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TED 4950 - Secondary Spanish Methods 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Secondary Spanish Methods gives an overview of instructional theory, methods, and materials in Spanish and helps students develop teaching strategies and address the Colorado model content standards. Prer., Only those admitted to participating in TEP.
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TED 4980 - Classroom Management 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Provides school experience in a practicum setting forpotential teachers in the classroom. Focuses on roles and responsibility of the teacher, including communication, discipline, conduct, and how to deal with disruptive students. Extended Studies offering. Meets with TED 5980.
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TED 4990 - Instructional Methods 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Focus is on fundamentals of teaching methods including, but not limited to, decision-making in the classroom, different learning styles, theory of multiple intelligence, working with disabled or gifted students, and assessment. Extended Studies offering. Meets with TED 5990.
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TED 5000 - Contemporary American Education 3 Credits (Minimum)
Provides an introduction to American education today for anyone interested in today’s schools as well as for potential teachers.
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TED 5010 - Early School Diversity Practicum 1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Provides early school diversity experience in a practicum setting for potential teachers in public school classrooms. Focuses on the roles, responsibilities and qualities of the professional teacher through practical experience. Open only to graduate students. Can be repeated for up to 3 credits. Prer., TED 5000, prior or concurrent.
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TED 5300 - Special Topics in Teacher Education 1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
This course explores special topics in teacher education. Course cannot be used in a degree program.
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TED 5410 - Writing in the Elementary School 1 Credits (Minimum) 1 Credits (Maximum)
An introduction to writing instructional practices. Includes a critical overview of current approaches, methods, and materials. Supported by a basic understanding about the reciprocal relationship between reading and writing in the learning process.
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TED 5520 - Educational Psychology 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Provides teachers with the knowledge of psychology most relevant to teaching. The focus is on areas of child development and major learning theories and their application in the classroom. Additional requirements for TED 5520 Students.
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TED 5570 - Elementary Literacy Methods 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Elementary literacy strategies to successfully implement reading and writing teaching and assessment with emphasis on Colorado Model Content Standards. Additional requirements for TED 5570 students. Prer., Acceptance into TEP.
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TED 5580 - Elementary Curriculum, Instruction, and Classroom Management 2 Credits (Minimum) 2 Credits (Maximum)
Principles of curriculum design, instructional models and practice, standards-based curriculum and assessment, planning, organization, and classroom management and discipline. Additional requirements for TED 5580 students. Prer., Acceptance into TEP.
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TED 5600 - Elementary - School Experience 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Pre-student teaching field experience. Summer involves participating in organizing, planning, conducting and evaluating a reading clinic experience in a public school. Fall involves observing a variety of schools and classrooms and serving as a teaching associate at an assigned Professional Development School. Open to graduate students only. Prer., Acceptance in TEP.
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TED 5620 - Elementary Reading Methods 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
An introduction to reading literacy instructional practices. Includes a critical overview of current approaches, methods and materials, supported by a basic understanding about the reading and literacylearning process. Additional requirements for TED 5620 students. Prer., Acceptance into TEP.
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TED 5630 - Elementary - Student Teaching 12 Credits (Minimum) 12 Credits (Maximum)
Elementary education students, in consultation with members of the school of education faculty, will be assigned to an elementary professional development school for full-day teaching for a period of sixteen weeks. During this time students will demonstrate, through direct site development experience, competency and understanding of the teaching-learning process. Open to graduate students only. Prer., TEP students only.
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TED 5640 - Elementary Mathematics Methods 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Provides teachers with a laboratory approach for teaching mathematics and acquaints them with a variety of materials and methods. Emphasis is on fostering skills in problem-solving; creative/critical thinking; and inductive/deductive processes and addressing the Colorado content standards for math. Prer., Acceptance into TEP.
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TED 5650 - Elementary Science Methods 2 Credits (Minimum) 2 Credits (Maximum)
Designed to acquaint teachers with materials and methods for teaching science to elementary school children. Consideration will be given to various programs and textbook series as well as the Colorado content standards in science. Teachers will complete a number of laboratory activities. Prer., Acceptance into TEP.
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TED 5660 - Elementary Social Studies Methods 1 Credits (Minimum) 1 Credits (Maximum)
Elementary social studies disciplines of history, civics, economics, and geography, writing standards-based instructional units, and characteristics of high quality social studies programs and instruction. Additional requirements for TED 5660 students. Prer., Acceptance into TEP.
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TED 5700 - Secondary - School Experience 1 Credits (Minimum) 5 Credits (Maximum)
Pre-student teaching field experience. Summer: Teaching in a summer program for area secondary schools. Fall: 8 weeks in a PDS middle school site and 8 weeks in a PDS high school site observing, assisting, teaching. Open to graduate students only. Prer., Acceptance in TEP.
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TED 5710 - Methods for Secondary Education 1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Introduces the fundamentals of teaching methods. Focus is on the decision-making model of teaching including planning, implementing, assessment, and modifying teaching. Skill in developing instructional objectives and planning and presenting lessons are emphasized. Additional requirements for TED 5710 students. Prer., Acceptance into TEP.
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TED 5720 - Teaching Reading and Writing in the Content Area 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Designed to help secondary teachers become aware of the reading and writing process and how they apply to subject matter material. A framework for functionally teaching reading and writing within a particular content area is developed and strategies for increasing student independence with print are emphasized. Additional requirements for TED 5720 students. Prer., Acceptance into TEP.
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TED 5730 - Secondary - Student Teaching 12 Credits (Minimum) 12 Credits (Maximum)
Secondary education students, in consultation with members of the school of education faculty, will be assigned to a secondary professional development school for full-day teaching for a period of sixteen weeks. During this time students will demonstrate, through direct experience, competency and understanding of the teaching-learning process. Open to graduate students only. Prer., TEP students only.
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TED 5790 - Secondary Curriculum, Instruction and Evaluation 3 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)
Students develop an understanding of the context in which instruction takes place in today’s middle and high schools, as well as principles of curriculum design, including standards-based lesson and unit planning. Methods of assessment, interpretation of results, and diagnostic teaching will be addressed. Additional requirements for TED 5790 students. Prer., Acceptance into TEP.
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TED 5800 - English as a Second Language for Educators 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Presents current and emerging philosophies, theories, and methods on teaching literacy and content areas to culturally and linguistically diverse students. Open only to graduate students. Prer., Core program courses 5000 and 5010. Meets with TED 4800.
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TED 5830 - PDS Workshop 1 Credits (Minimum) 1 Credits (Maximum)
Provides experiences and principles that address the roles, structures, and expectations of Professional Development School sites for new sites. Designed for site coordinators and clinical teachers at sites.
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TED 5910 - Secondary English Methods 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Secondary English Methods gives an overview of instructional theory, methods, and materials in English and helps students develop teaching strategies and address the Colorado model content standards. Prer., Acceptance into TEP.
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TED 5920 - Secondary Math Methods 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Secondary Math Methods gives an overview of instructional theory, methods, and materials in math and helps students develop teaching strategies and address the Colorado model content standards. Prer., Acceptance into TEP.
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TED 5930 - Secondary Science Methods 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Secondary Science Methods gives an overview of instructional theory, methods, and materials in science and helps students develop teaching strategies and address the Colorado model content standards. Prer., Acceptance into TEP.
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TED 5940 - Secondary Social Studies Methods 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Secondary Social Studies Methods gives an overview of instructional theory, methods, and materials in social studies and helps students develop teaching strategies and address the Colorado model content standard. Prer., Acceptance into TEP.
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TED 5950 - Secondary Spanish Methods 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Secondary Spanish Methods gives an overview of instructional theory, methods, and materials in Spanish and helps students develop teaching strategies and address the Colorado model content standards. Prer., Acceptance into TEP.
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TED 5980 - Classroom Management 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Provides school experience in a practicum setting forpotential teachers in the classroom. Focuses on roles and responsibility of the teacher, including communication, discipline, conduct, and how to deal with disruptive students. Extended Studies offering. Meets with TED 4980.
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TED 5990 - Instructional Methods 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Focus is on the fundamentals of teaching methods including, but not limited to, decision-making in the classroom, different learning styles, theory of multiple intelligence, working with disabled or gifted students, and assessment. Extended Studies offering. Meets with TED 4990.
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TED 9400 - Independent Study 1 Credits (Minimum) 6 Credits (Maximum)
Independent investigation of topics of specific interest to the individual student and completed under the direction of a faculty member. The specifics of the investigation and the topic are a joint decision by the student and faculty member. The meeting times, expectations, and evaluation are arranged with the faculty member. Students must have written consent of the instructor.
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TED 9500 - Independent Study in TED 1 Credits (Minimum) 6 Credits (Maximum)
Independent investigation of topics of specific interest to the individual student and completed under the direction of a faculty member. Specifics are a joint decision by student and faculty member. Students must have consent of instructor.
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THTR 1000 - Introduction to Theatre 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
An introduction to the art and practice of theatre, including acting, directing, playwriting, scenic and lighting design. Course includes required attendance at theatre productions. Approved for LAS Humanities area requirement.
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THTR 2000 - Introduction to Technical Theatre 4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)
A hands-on introduction to scene construction and decoration, stage lighting and effects, basic safety, costume shop procedures, sound technology, and all the fundamentals of technical theatre. Students will attend one lecture and one lab per week. Labs may include field trips.
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THTR 2010 - Stagecraft Laboratory 1 Credits (Minimum) 1 Credits (Maximum)
A hands-on practicum in stagecraft. Students will be given specific responsibilities in production work. Required of all students taking THTR 2330 or 2340.
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THTR 2020 - Acting Workshop I 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
An introduction to stage acting, with an emphasis on theatre games designed to develop imagination and concentration. Several physical and improvisational exercises and a basic approach to character development. Approved for LAS Oral Communication requirement.
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THTR 2030 - Acting Workshop II 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Continuation to THTR 2020, designed for those who have completed THTR 2020 or who have had previous acting experience. Increased emphasis on character development and scene work. Approved for LAS Oral Communication requirement. Prer., THTR 2020 or consent of instructor.
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THTR 2040 - Voice and Articulation I 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Special training of the voice. Topics include breathing techniques, voice quality, projection, articulation, and basic IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet). Prerequisite for THTR 3040-Voice and Articulation II. Approved for LAS Oral Communication requirement.
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THTR 2050 - Improvisational Theatre 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Improvisation covers the techniques involved in improvisatory theatre. Comedy games and dramatic long-form scenes are covered as well as historical and theoretical analysis of improvisation in the theatre. Approved for LAS Oral Communication requirement.
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THTR 2450 - Music Theatre History and Practice 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Focuses on the developing musical skills and developing a historical context of the genre of musical theatre. Topics include vocal techniques, music theatre repertoire, audition and rehearsal techniques, role preparation, as well as acting and dancing basics. Meets with MUS 2450.
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THTR 2600 - Theatre for Children 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
A lecture and practicum in Children’s Theatre and educational theatre techniques. Various sources examined for dramatizing: children’s stories, fairy tales, poems, and existing scripts. Recommended for actors and soon-to-be educators. Fall only. Prer., THTR 1000.
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THTR 2700 - Fundamentals of Dance Technique 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
An introduction to dance technique. Students will focus on technique exercises, stretching, body alignment, choreography, and movement explorations. The course is a beginning dance class and the foundation for other dance classes.
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THTR 2900 - Special Topics in Theatre 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Topics will vary from year to year, and may be taught by guest instructors.
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THTR 3020 - Advanced Acting Studio I 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Intensive studio work on scenes and monologues with increased attention to movement. Focus is on period styles of performance. Prer., Open only to those who have THTR 2030, or by special audition and permission of instructor prior to first day of class. May be repeated once with consent of instructor.
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THTR 3030 - Advanced Acting Studio II 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
A continuation of THTR 3020, or by special permission of the instructor. Students will study, research, and perform a variety of works by one or two playwrights or a specific theatrical genre. Class will culminate with a performance. Prer., THTR 2020, or consent of instructor. May be repeated once with consent of instructor.
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THTR 3040 - Voice and Articulation II 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Continuation of THTR 2040. Intense study of Edith Skinner’s vocal technique and the IPA. Introduction of dialects and voice-over commercial work. Prer., THTR 2040 or permission of instructor.
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THTR 3050 - Stage Combat 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Introduces the advanced actor to the art of stage combat. The course culminates with a certification in at least one form of stage combat.
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THTR 3080 - Theatre Make-up: Design 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Emphasizes the fundamentals of theatre make-up design and application techniques. Techniques include basic corrective, character, old age, and fantasy application.
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THTR 3100 - On-Camera Performance 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
An introduction to skills necessary for communicating through a camera, to include basic acting techniques. This is a studio course which will involve on-camera experiences with commercial copy, commentary, newscopy, dramatic scenes and industrial copy. Approved for LAS Oral Communication requirement.
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THTR 3201 - Topics in Early Theatre History 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Covers the development of theatre from the Greeks to the Restoration. Each semester the course is taught there will be a special focus on a specific genre or style of theatre. Approved for LAS Humanities area requirement.
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THTR 3202 - Topics in Modern Theatre History 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Covers the development of theatre from the 19th century to the present. Each semester that the course is taught there will be a special focus on a specific genre or style of theatre. Approved for LAS Humanities area requirement.
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THTR 3220 - What’s Funny? The Nature and Form of Dramatic Comedy 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
An advanced survey of dramatic comedy from ancient times to the present with particular emphasis on continuity of routines, comic acting, and variety of comic forms.
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THTR 3280 - Women in Theatre 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
An exploration and examination of women’s history of, participation in, and contributions to the performing arts as actresses, playwrights, directors, theorists. Combining theory and practice, each semester the students will prepare a staged reading of a female-authored text. Approved for LAS Cultural Diversity requirement.
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THTR 3380 - Shakespeare in Production 1 Credits (Minimum) 6 Credits (Maximum)
Special production-related projects in conjunction with the Theatreworks Summer Shakespeare Festival. Enrollment by permission of instructor only. Prer., THTR 1000.
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THTR 3390 - Theatre Practicum: Acting 1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Students will receive practical experience as an actor on a student production. Prer., Enrollment by audition and/or permission of instructor only.
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THTR 3391 - Theatre Practicum: Technical 1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Students will receive practical experience as a technician on a student production. Prer., Enrollment by audition and/or permission of instructor only.
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THTR 3392 - Theatre Practicum: Directing/Stage Management 1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Students will receive practical experience in directing/stage management on a student production. Prer., Enrollment by audition and/or permission of instructor only.
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THTR 3580 - Advanced Topics in Technical Theatre 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Advanced course covering various technical topics of theatre production. Topics may include set design and construction, scenic artistry, costuming, make-up, sound, stage lighting, props, etc. Prer., THTR 2000.
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THTR 3600 - The World of the Play 1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Students in this course will be involved in interdisciplinary studies clustered around a Theatreworks major production. Topics considered may include visual arts, music, history, literature, science, technology and philosophy relevant to the world of the designated play.
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THTR 3700 - Special Topics in Dance 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Focus is on various forms of dance. Each semester course will use technique, research, and performance to highlight a specific dance genre. Prer., THTR 2700.
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THTR 3900 - Special Topics in World Theater 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Varying topics relating to theory, practice, and text of world theater. May be repeated for credit if topic is different.
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THTR 3920 - Elements of Theatre Design I 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
First semester of a two-part course in the art of theatrical set and lighting design. Will prepare the student to analyze theatrical scripts in order to conceptualize, create and draft basic set and lighting designs.
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THTR 3930 - Elements of Theatre Design II 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
The second semester of a two-part course in the art of theatrical set and lighting design. Students will deepen their understanding and practical application of set and lighting design techniques. Prer., THTR 3920.
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THTR 4030 - Internship in Theatre 1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Designed theatrical experiences involving specific application of relevant concepts and skills in supervised professional situations. Pass/Fail only. Prer., Permission of Program Director.
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THTR 4060 - Directing I 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
An introduction to directing for the stage. Exploration of various staging techniques and the essential technical areas (lights, sound and design) as well as intense script analysis. Prer., THTR 1000 and/or THTR 2030.
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THTR 4070 - Directing II 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
A seminar and practicum in directing for the stage. Students will apply learned techniques from THTR 4060 by directing one-act plays, which will be performed in the Spring Student Theatre Festival. Prer., THTR 4060.
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THTR 4200 - Special Topics in Dramatic Literature 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Varying topics related to the history of dramatic literature. May focus on a particular playwright, genre, or period. May be repeated for credit if topic is different.
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THTR 4290 - Stage Management 1 Credits (Minimum) 1 Credits (Maximum)
An introduction to the complex craft of stage management. Students will learn how to prepare a prompt book, note blocking, call cues, prepare rehearsal space, supervise the production team and reach opening night with the best show possible.
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THTR 4400 - Culminating Directing Project 1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
A culminating experience reserved for advanced students in directing. Students selected for the class are given a slot in the Osborne Studio Theatre to produce a full-length production. Prer., THTR 4060, THTR 4070, or consent of instructor.
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THTR 9400 - Independent Study in Theatre 1 Credits (Minimum) 6 Credits (Maximum)
Independent study in theatre history, production or performance by permission of department chair.
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UTED 1010 - Step I: Inquiry Approaches to Teaching 1 Credits (Minimum) 1 Credits (Maximum)
Lectures, audio and visual media, readings from supplementary journal articles, classroom discussions, technology-mediated interactions, student presentations, in-class small group activities, observations in selected elementary intermediate (grades 3-5) classrooms and three field experiences in elementary classrooms.
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UTED 1020 - Step II: Inquiry-Based Lesson Design 1 Credits (Minimum) 1 Credits (Maximum)
Lectures, audio and visual media, readings from supplementary journal articles, classroom discussions, technology-mediated interactions, student presentations, in-class small group activities, observations in selected middle schools, and three field experiences in middle schools.
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UTED 2010 - Knowing and Learning in Mathematics and Science 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
The goal of this course is to develop approaches to knowing and learning mathematics and science. Other topics include studying how standards for knowing are used, how knowing and learning are structured, how change develops, how connections between assessments and theories of knowing occur, and how technology is connected to learning. Prer., UTED 1010, UTED 1020.
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VA 1010 - Beginning Studio-2D 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Explores the essential concepts used in the creation of two-dimensional art, including composition and color theories. Prerequisite to all 2000, 3000 and 4000 level VA courses. Approved for LAS Humanities area requirement.
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VA 1020 - Beginning Studio 3D 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
A basic course in fundamental three-dimensional concepts and processes of form, space, and 3D construction techniques. Prerequisite to all 2000, 3000 and 4000 level VA courses. Approved for LAS Humanities area requirement.
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VA 1040 - Beginning Drawing 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Explores fundamental drawing principles such as mark making, light, value, space, and composition. Emphasis is on conceptual development through a perceptual drawing approach to a variety of subject matter, including still life, landscape, and the human figure. Prerequisite to all 2000, 3000, and 4000 level VA courses.
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VA 2010 - Intermediate Drawing 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Expands upon the understanding of the fundamental drawing principles introduced in VA 1040. Significant emphasis is placed on conceptual development through both perceptual and experimental drawing processes. Prer., VA 1010, VA 1020, VA 1040 or instructor permission.
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VA 2020 - Printmaking 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Introduction to selected printmaking techniques, including silkscreen, Xerox, intaglio, and etching. Specific content will be determined by instructor. Prer., VA 1010, VA 1020, VA 1040 or permission of instructor.
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VA 2060 - Two-Dimensional Topics 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Various 2D approaches and processes across a broad spectrum of the arts. Specific content will be determined by the instructor. Prer., VA 1010, VA 1020, VA 1040 or instructor’s permission.
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VA 2070 - Three-Dimensional Topics 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Various mixed media approaches and processes concentrating on structural form. Specific content will be determined by instructor. Prer., VA 1010, VA 1020, VA 1040 or consent of instructor.
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VA 2080 - Beginning Sculpture 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
A continuation of the technical and conceptual skills developed in VA 1020. A broad range of sculptural concerns are explored including assemblage, sound, motion, and site-specific works. Emphasis is on the process of idea development, experimentation with various media and techniques, merging concept and form, and the amalgamation of multiple disciplines. Prer., VA 1010, VA 1020, VA 1040 or instructor permission.
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VA 2090 - Textiles 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Introduction to various non-loom fiber processes, including sewn forms, crochet, knotting, net-making, and hand-made felt. Prer., VA 1010, VA 1020. Meets with VA 3090.
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VA 2100 - Digital Imaging 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Introduction to digital media and the process of editing through the examination of multiple software programs. An inquiry into the three fundamentals of media: text, audio, and video. Prer., VA 1010, VA 1020, VA 1040 or instructor permission.
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VA 2110 - Introduction to Photography 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
An overview of photography with an introduction to fine art techniques and concepts. Students will learn basic black and white film development and darkroom skills. Prer., VA 1010, VA 1020, VA 1040 or instructor’s permission.
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VA 2120 - Introduction to Artists’ Books 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Students will explore various methods of book construction, including use of several media for page/cover design, as well as book-binding fundamentals. Prer., VA 1010, VA 1020, VA 1040 or instructor permission. Meets with VA 3120.
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VA 2130 - Beginning Painting 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Explores fundamental painting principles such as color, composition, space, and surface quality. Emphasis is on conceptual development through a perceptual approach to a wide range of subjects including still life, portraits, and landscapes. Prer., VA 1010, VA 1020, VA 1040 or permission of instructor.
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VA 2150 - Digital Photography 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Explores digital photography from the camera to the processes used for computer-based prints and digital media. Addresses historical, theoretical, formal, conceptual, technical aspects of digital photo along with digital cameras and darkroom, and image output. Prer., VA 1010, VA 1020, VA 1040 or instructor permission.
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VA 2190 - Weaving 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Introduction to the four-harness loom, including pattern drafting, 3D forms, and basic weaving techniques. Prer., VA 1010, VA 1020, VA 1040 or permission of instructor.
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VA 2440 - Papermaking 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Exploration of paper and pulp in the creation of handmade papers and related two-dimensional and three-dimensional objects. Prer., VA 1010, VA 1020, VA 1040 or permission of instructor.
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VA 3010 - Advanced Drawing 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Investigates a variety of traditional and experimental drawing media and processes to create a personal, passionate, and culturally pertinent body of artwork. Special emphasis is placed on helping students develop a critical understanding of both the work they produce and the larger role of drawing in contemporary art and culture.
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VA 3020 - Advanced Printmaking 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Continuation of VA 2020, with emphasis on experimentation and development of skills and concepts.
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VA 3060 - Two-Dimensional Topics 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Advanced 2D approaches and processes across a broad spectrum of the arts.
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VA 3070 - Three-Dimensional Topics 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Advanced work with structural form in mixed media.
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VA 3080 - Advanced Sculpture 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Continuation of VA 2080, with an emphasis on development of students personal visual language. Covers digital processes as applied to sculptural works, installation and site specificity, with an open approach of experimentation and risk taking. The objective is to establish individualized studio practices that will continue into the post-academic stages of students’ artistic practices.
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VA 3090 - Advanced Textiles 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Fiber sculpture using basic fiber construction principles and processes. Meets with VA 2090.
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VA 3100 - Advanced Digital Imaging 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
An exploration of electronic media as the primary tool for refining an individual approach to art-making, structured to address the integration, expansion, and deepening of a conceptual reference point. Prer., VA 2100 or permission of instructor. Meets with VA 4100.
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VA 3110 - Intermediate Photography 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
A continuation of the study of black and white photography. Prer., VA 2110 or permission of instructor.
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VA 3120 - Intermediate Artists’ Books 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Emphasis will be placed on the sculptural aspects of the book as an art object, including experimentation with a variety of media and formats. May meet with VA 2120 or VA 4120. Prer., VA 2120.
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VA 3130 - Intermediate Painting 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Expands upon the fundamental principles of painting begun in VA 2130. Emphasis is on conceptual development through the continued use of perceptual art-making approaches, as well as the use of experimental processes and alternative media and formats. Prer., VA 2130 or permission of instructor.
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VA 3150 - Investigations in Contemporary Painting and Drawing 3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)
Through the thematic development of their creative work, students will examine the form, content, and context of contemporary painting and drawing practice. Subjects examined include the historical intersection of these fields and the importance of developing a personal, passionate, and pertinent expressive language. Prer., VA 2010 or VA 3130.
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