Visual Arts, AAA

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PURPOSE: In addition to developing their creative abilities, students gain experiences with the tools and processes associated with various visual arts media and learn about the exhibition and marketing of artwork.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Students must meet JTCC admission requirements. Students may need to complete placement tests in English and mathematics. Visit www.jtcc.edu/placement for all course placement options. If students have deficiencies in English and/or mathematics, JTCC offers developmental and prerequisite courses to prepare students for the curriculum. New students should visit the Advising Center and returning students their faculty advisor for more information.

Text in italics and parentheses indicates approved course substitutions.

Required Courses

(See special notes about limited course offerings)

General Education Courses

SDV 101 - Orientation to Discipline 1 credit (SDV 100 )
ENG 111 - College Composition I 3 credits
ENG 112 - College Composition II 3 credits

Mathematics or Science Elective (choose 1): 3-4 Credits

^{See Note 2}

BIO 101 - General Biology I 4 credits
CHM 101 - Introductory Chemistry I 4 credits
ENV 121 - General Environmental Science I 4 credits
MTH 154 - Quantitative Reasoning 3 credits
PHY 101 - Introduction to Physics I 4 credits

Social/Behavioral Science Elective (choose 1): 3 Credits

^{See Note 2}

HIS 101 - History of Western Civilization I 3 credits
HIS 102 - History of Western Civilization II 3 credits
HIS 111 - History of World Civilization I 3 credits
HIS 112 - History of World Civilization II 3 credits
HIS 121 - United States History I 3 credits
HIS 122 - United States History II 3 credits
PSY 200 - Principles of Psychology 3 credits
SOC 200 - Principles of Sociology 3 credits

Approved Elective (choose 1): 3 Credits

^{See Note 2}

BUS 100 - Introduction to Business 3 credits
ENG 211 - Creative Writing I 3 credits
ENG 241 - Survey of American Literature I 3 credits
ENG 242 - Survey of American Literature II 3 credits
ENG 251 - Survey of World Literature I 3 credits
ENG 252 - Survey of World Literature II 3 credits
REL 230 - Religions of the World 3 credits

Major Courses

ART 101 - History and Appreciation of Art I 3 credits
ART 102 - History and Appreciation of Art II 3 credits
ART 121 - Drawing I 3 credits
ART 122 - Drawing II 3 credits
ART 131 - Fundamentals of Design I 3 credits
ART 132 - Fundamentals of Design II 3 credits
ART 130 - Introduction to Multimedia 4 credits
ART 180 - Introduction to Computer Graphics 3 credits
ART 287 - Portfolio and Resume Preparation 1 credit ⁴

ART Elective (choose 1): 3 Credits

^{See Note 3}

ART 154 - Ceramics II 3 credits
ART 204 - Animation II 4 credits
ART 242 - Painting II 3 credits
ART 244 - Watercolor II 3 credits
ART 247 - Painting Techniques for Illustrators 3 credits
ART 248 - Painting III 3 credits

Total Minimum Credits to Complete: 60-61

NOTES:

¹Students are strongly encouraged to complete their SDV and ENG requirements first.

²Students should meet with their academic advisor to determine the best option to meet their goals.

³Must be a culminating experience course, the second in a sequence or higher.

⁴Student must develop a portfolio during their last semester of study.

⁵Students should regularly meet with their academic advisor and check their advisement report in MyTyler – SIS.

⁶Transfer to Four-Year Colleges and Universities – This program is not intended for transfer. Students desiring to transfer should consult their academic advisors and their intended transfer institution for specific direction in program and course selection. Required courses for any major at four-year institutions may vary.

Visual Arts, AAA

Required Courses

General Education Courses

Mathematics or Science Elective (choose 1): 3-4 Credits

Social/Behavioral Science Elective (choose 1): 3 Credits

Approved Elective (choose 1): 3 Credits

Major Courses

ART Elective (choose 1): 3 Credits

ART Elective (choose 1): 3 Credits

ART Elective (choose 1): 3 Credits

ART Elective (choose 1): 3 Credits

Communications Studies and Theatre Elective (choose 1): 3 Credits

Photography or Film Elective (choose 1): 3 Credits

Total Minimum Credits to Complete: 60-61