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Art
231
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Art Fundamentals: 2D
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Foundation course in two-dimensional art making. Creative exploration of pictorial space, composition and design will occur via learning fundamentals of perspective, colour, shape, balance and unity. Approaches may include wet and dry media, digital technologies, collage. These will be addressed in the context of research, problem solving, visual fluency and conceptual development.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
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233
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Art Fundamentals: 3D
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Foundation course in three-dimensional art making. Creative exploration may include media such as plaster, clay, wood, and found objects. Technical approaches may include mold-making, casting, additive and subtractive processes. Form, mass, volume and materials will be addressed in the context of research, problem solving, visual fluency and conceptual development.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
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Art
235
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Introduction to Photography and Digital Imaging
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An introductory course in current photographic methods, including digital photography, digital image processing and the presentation of photographs.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Notes:
Students must provide their own advanced digital camera. Consult with the department for more information.
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Introductory course in observational and representational drawing. Creative exploration includes mark-making, hand-eye co-ordination, proportions, perspective, line, texture, figure-ground relationships and pictorial composition. Approaches may include pencil, conté, charcoal, pastel, pen and ink. These will be addressed in the context of research, problem-solving, visual fluency and conceptual development.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
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Developing observational and representational skills through figure drawing and exploration of the contemporary field. Approaches will include a more developed understanding of colour, research, problem solving, visual fluency and conceptual development.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 241.
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Art
251
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Media Arts: Practice and Theory
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Technical instruction and creative opportunities in the media arts, in addition to examination of historical, theoretical and critical context.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
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Art
271
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Introduction to Printmaking
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Basic concepts and techniques in Fine Art Printmaking.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
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Art
301
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Studies in Contemporary Canadian Art
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Study of recent Canadian art from a range of perspectives in art criticism.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
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Art
309
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Foundations of Art Education
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An introduction to the history, theory and philosophy of art education through participatory learning events.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Also known as:
(formerly Art 205)
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Topics related to contemporary studio and curatorial practices such as spirituality, exhibitions, digital storytelling, new media, or public art.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
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Focuses on concepts, issues, and techniques of video as an art medium. Students will gain experience and a working knowledge of concept development, video shooting and digital editing, in the context of contemporary art theory and practice.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 235.
Notes:
Students must provide their own digital video camera for the duration of the term.
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Art
317
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Electronics for Artists
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Theoretical and practical applications of basic electronic principles and techniques involving the use of electronics in contemporary art practices. Will include applied experiences with hardware and visual programming environments.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
3 units in courses labelled Art.
Also known as:
(formerly Art 439)
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Art
319
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Digital Illustration
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Introduces students to vector-based illustration techniques, their historical context, and terminology. The course provides a focus on the fundamentals of designing with imagery, and the relationship between verbal and visual communication.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 235.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Art 319 and 253 will not be allowed.
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Art
321
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Net Art: Theory and Practice
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Examination of the work of Net-based artists and investigation of the Internet as a vehicle to extend art and design practice.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
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Art
323
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Digital Sculpture
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Introduces students to 3D modelling by means of digital sculpting techniques, their historical context and terminology. Provides a focus on the fundamentals of working and designing in three-dimensional space.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 235.
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A series of presentations by visiting artists and scholars that introduces students to professional practices of contemporary visual artists.
Course Hours:
1.5 units; (0-2)
Prerequisite(s):
15 units in courses labelled Art.
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A series of presentations by visiting artists and scholars that introduces students to professional practices of contemporary visual artists.
Course Hours:
1.5 units; (0-2)
Prerequisite(s):
15 units in courses labelled Art.
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Art
331
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2D Digital Imaging
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Electronic visualization involving computer applications in artistic practice.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 235.
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Art
332
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Topics in Photography
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Studio inquiry in photography developing students’ foundational, technical and conceptual skills. Exploration of topics in photography such as large format, projection, narrative and fine art printing processes will enable research creation directed toward self-generated practice. Activities will include workshops, studio practice and critique.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 336.
Notes:
Students must provide their own advanced digital camera. Consult with the department for more information.
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Exploration of time and duration as a component of artistic practice, that may include the use of frame-based media and camera-less animation.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 235.
Also known as:
(formerly Art 333)
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Art
336
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Digital Photography
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Fundamental technical, aesthetic and conceptual considerations in digital photography, camera use and the use of desktop editing software in support of fine art photography. Introduction to digital printing for photographic artists. A portion of assigned course work will be output as inkjet prints.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 235.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Art 336 and 337 will not be allowed.
Notes:
Students must provide their own advanced digital camera. Consult with the department for more information.
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Further work in photography, using film and silver-based photographic materials including intensive use of the variables of exposure, film development and silver-based printing of photographic materials.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 235.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Art 338 and 335 will not be allowed.
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Art
340
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Panorama and 360 Virtual Reality Photography
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Students learn how to use software and hardware needed to create panoramas and virtual tours.
Course Hours:
3 units, (3-0) or (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 235.
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Art
341
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Drawing the Figure
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Theory and practice of drawing the human figure at a developing level involving an extended range of drawing media.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 241.
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Art
342
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Art Education Across the Lifespan I
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An exploration of the cognitive, emotional, and social development of infants, children and adolescents learning art. Students will engage in experiential learning in formal and informal settings.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Art 342 and any of 305, 307 or 393 will not be allowed.
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Art
343
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Drawing: Construction of Pictorial Space
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Extends the range of concepts and practices in drawing to include pictorial space.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 241.
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Art
344
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Art Education Across the Lifespan II
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An exploration of the cognitive, emotional, and social development of adults learning art. Students will engage in experiential learning in formal and informal settings.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Art 344 and any of 305, 307 and 393 will not be allowed.
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345
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Anatomical Drawing I
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Perceptual and drawing skills pertaining to human anatomical relationships.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 241.
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Art
347
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Anatomical Drawing II
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Further development of anatomical drawing skills including anatomical structures of the hands and the muscles of facial expression.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 345.
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Art
349
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Drawing for the Biological Sciences
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Basic and more complex principles of drawing from subjects pertaining to the biological sciences; drawing from observation, exploration of foundational skills in a cross-disciplinary context.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Notes:
Cannot be used a prerequisite for other Art courses
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Art
350
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Painting: Materials and Processes
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Technical and conceptual exploration of painting, with experimentation in at least two media, including acrylic and/or oil. May include colour theory, painting style, application of materials and different painting supports.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 231 or 241.
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Art
351
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Painting: Figuration
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Exploration of painting proceeding from observation and traditions of figuration. Media will include acrylic and/or oil.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 231 or 241.
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Art
353
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Painting: Abstraction
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Exploration of painting proceeding from traditions of abstraction. Media will include acrylic and/or oil.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 231 or 241
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Art
361
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Visual Research Methods
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Students utilize arts-based research methods to formulate and develop an independent project. Projects normally will be completed using digital photography.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
6 units in courses labelled Art at the 300 level.
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Art
363
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Advanced Visual Research Methods
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Students pursue individually designed arts-based research projects, examine approaches to editing, sequencing, and presenting projects to an audience. Projects normally will be completed using digital photography.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 361.
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Art
365
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Topics in Studio Research and Critique I
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Studio-based introduction to contemporary and emerging creative practices contextualized through critique. Topics may include: installation art, performance art, slip casting, or hybrid art forms.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
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Art
373
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Printmaking: Lithography
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Basic concepts and techniques of lithographic printing.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
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Art
377
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Printmaking: Serigraphy
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Basic concepts and techniques of silk-screen printing.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
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Art
379
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Printmaking: Relief and Intaglio
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Basic concepts and techniques in relief and intaglio printmaking.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
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Art
381
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Sculpture: Materials and Processes
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Technical and conceptual exploration of sculpture through materials and processes. This may include a range of methods such as mold-making, casting, assemblage, carving, welding, forging, riveting, time-based media, installation or digital media.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 233.
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Art
383
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Sculpture: Concepts and Strategies
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Conceptual and professional exploration of sculpture introducing students to strategies and concepts to assist in research and problem solving. Approaches may include understanding object-hood, material as content, serial art, art movements impacting sculpture, public art, and sculpture and the market.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 233.
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Art
397
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Professional Development
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Professional development activities, documentation and dissemination associated with working as a professional artist, including intellectual property, ethics, and the context of different art communities.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
12 units of Art at the 200 level or above.
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Art
399
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Art in Theory and Practice I
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Theories of art, critical methodologies, and aesthetics in the visual arts across history and cultures.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
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Art
401
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Studies in Contemporary International Art
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Study of recent international art practices from a range of perspectives in art criticism.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
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Art
405
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Mechatronic Art and Design
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Focus on the development and production of physical systems-based artwork that incorporate elements of robotics, motion control, software and hardware design. An introduction to electronic devices for use in artmaking, providing practical experience with sensors, motors, switches, gears, lights, simple circuits and computers to create kinetic and interactive works of art.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 235 and 315.
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Art
411
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Selected Topics in Art Education
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Exploration of topics in art education such as multiculturalism, creativity, developmental issues, or special needs learners.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
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Art
421
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Advanced Topics in Digital Arts
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Advanced studio inquiry into digital art forms developing students’ technical and conceptual skills. Advanced exploration of digital media topics such as 2D graphics, 3D graphics, animation, motion capture, and modelling will enable research creation directed toward self-generated practice.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
15 units in Art at the 300 level including one of Art 313, 331, 319, 323 or 334.
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Art
431
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3D Digital Imaging
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Creative research in 3D digital visualization and fabrication involving multimedia software and hardware. May include 3D printing, rapid prototyping, laser cutting, and computer controlled milling.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
15 units in Art at the 300 level, including one of Art 313, 319, 323, 331, 334 or 336.
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Art
438
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Advanced Topics in Photography
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Advanced studio inquiry into photography developing students’ foundational, technical and conceptual skills. Deeper exploration of topics in photography such as long term projects, narrative, projection, printing and alternative processes will enable research creation directed toward self-generated practice. Activities will include workshops, studio practice and critique.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
15 units of Art at the 300 level including Art 332 or 338.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Art 438 and either 435 or 437 will not be allowed.
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Art
445
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Advanced Topics in Drawing
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Advanced studio inquiry into drawing that develops foundational, technical and conceptual skills. Deeper exploration of topics in drawing such as mixed media, street art and socio-political issues will enable research and creation directed toward self-generated practice.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
15 units of Art at the 300 level, including one of Art 341, 343, 345, 347 or 349.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Art 445 and either 441 or 443 will not be allowed.
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Art
451
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Painting: Expanded Field
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Students explore an expanded field of painting through installing and contextualizing their work. This may include pictorial, spatial, performative, and conceptual responses to site. Students may engage in collage/assemblage, shaped canvases, text/image, objects, paint, and unconventional materials.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 231 or 241.
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Art
455
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Advanced Topics in Painting
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Advanced studio inquiry into painting developing students’ foundational, technical and conceptual skills. Deeper exploration of painting will enable research creation directed toward self-generated practice. Activities will include workshops, studio practice and critique. Topics offered may include murals, gender and the body, figure and landscape, or materiality.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
15 units in 300 level Art and one of Art 351 or 353.
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Art
465
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Topics in Studio Research and Critique II
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A studio-based topics course that provides students with an opportunity for developing their exploration of contemporary and emerging creative research practices, contextualized via critique. Topics may include visiting artist, studio research, figure painting, visual research.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
15 units in Art at the 300 level including Art History 333.
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Art
475
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Advanced Topics in Printmaking
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Advanced studio inquiry into printmaking developing students’ technical and conceptual skills. The course will explore advanced practices in areas such as lithography, serigraphy, intaglio through thematic approaches such as technology and place.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
15 units of Art at the 300 level, including one of Art 373, 377 or 379.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Art 475 and either 471 or 473 will not be allowed.
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Art
481
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Sculpture: Mold Making and Casting
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An exploration of mold making and casting techniques in the realization of sculptural forms.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 233.
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Art
485
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Advanced Topics in Sculpture
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Advanced studio inquiry into sculpture that develops technical and conceptual skills. Activities will include studio practice and critique enabling research creation directed toward self-initiated practice. Topics may include sculptural exploration of installation, performance, and site specific art.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
15 units in Art at the 300 level including one of Art 381 or 383.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Art 485 and 483 will not be allowed.
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Art
491
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Community-Based Art Experiences
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A seminar and field experience course introducing prospective educators to all facets of planning and implementing positive art experiences in a non-school setting.
Course Hours:
3 units; (2-1)
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Art
499
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Art in Theory and Practice II
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Examination and discussion of theoretical issues associated with current practice in art.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 399 and admission to the BFA or BFA Honours in Visual Studies.
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Art
501
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Advanced Topics in Media Arts
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Advanced studio inquiry into media art forms developing students’ technical and conceptual skills. Topics may include: sound and interactivity, immersive art, tele-arts and projection mapping that will enable research creation directed toward self-generated practice.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
15 units of Art at the 300 level including one of Art 323, 315, 317 or 321.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Art 501 and either Fine Arts 507.08 or 507.09 will not be allowed when the topic is Tele-Arts.
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Art
503
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Computer Game Design
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The game design process will be explored, including a history of video games, genres, game mechanics, design documents, and a summary of the development process. The focus will be on design, rather than development, and the artistic and creative assets, rather than the software. Students will design a game and will create a playable prototype. The principles will be applicable to other sorts of games, and to media art in general.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 251.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Art 503 and either Fine Arts 507.06 or 507.07 will not be allowed.
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Art
509
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Curriculum Building for Art
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Developing curriculum and program structures for formal and community art education. Program design includes current theory and practice and a field research component.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 231, 233, one of 342 or 344 and 12 units in courses labelled Art at the 300 level or above.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Art 509 and 515 will not be allowed.
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Independent studio research under the supervision of a faculty member.
Course Hours:
3 units; (1T-6)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
Notes:
May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units.
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Independent studio research and production supported by a research paper for BFA Honours Visual Studies students, culminating in a Thesis Exhibition.
Course Hours:
6 units; (2T-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 461 and admission to the BFA Honours Visual Studies Program.
Notes:
Normally completed concurrently with Art 561 and 563.
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Art
561
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Advanced Studio II
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Directed studio research and production.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department.
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Art
563
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Advanced Studio III
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Further directed studio research and production.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 561.
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Art
565
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Studio Research and Critique III
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Advanced studio course that develops self-generated approaches to creative research and critique. Encourages engagement with contemporary and emerging practices and leads to critical fluency, contextualized via critique. Situated in an interdisciplinary setting, students can expect to encounter a wide range of themes and approaches to support their practice.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 465.
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Independent studio research for honours students.
Course Hours:
3 units; (1T-6)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to Honours in Visual Studies and consent of the Department.
Corequisite(s):
Art 561 or 563.
Notes:
May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
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Art
599
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Professional Aspects of Art
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Examination and discussion of the issues associated with the professional aspects of surviving as an artist. Presentations by professional artists practicing in the field will form a major component of the course.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
3 units in courses labelled Art at the 400 level and admission to the BFA or BFA Honours in Visual Studies.
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Individual study: in consultation with the instructor, the student will select a research topic in art history or art criticism.
Course Hours:
3 units; (0-3T)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to a graduate program in the Department of Art.
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Art
603
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History of Art II
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Individual study: in consultation with the instructor, the student will select a research topic in art history or art criticism.
Course Hours:
3 units; (0-3T)
Prerequisite(s):
Art 601.
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Art
605
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Critical Study and Research
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Individual study and research in the area of studio specialization, critical theory, methodological issues and/or historical topics.
Course Hours:
3 units; (0-3T)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to a graduate program in the Department of Art.
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Art
609
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Art Theory and Criticism
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Investigation of contemporary global art theory and criticism.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Consent of the Department of Art.
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Art
611
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Research Methods in Art
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Introduces students to art making as a process of knowledge production and research creation.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to a graduate program in the Department of Art.
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Art
661
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Advanced Studio Practice
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Individual study in studio, with seminar-based discussions in research area.
661.01. Advanced Studio Practice
661.02. Thesis Studio Practice
Course Hours:
6 units; (3/2S-10)
Prerequisite(s):
For Art 661.01: Admission to a graduate program in the Department of Art. For Art 661.02, the prerequisite is Art 661.01.
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Art
691
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Pedagogy and Professional Practice
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Issues in professional practice and post-secondary teaching in visual art. Optional course.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to a graduate program in the Department of Art.
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Art
761
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Advanced Independent Studio research
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Theoretical and applied concepts in studio.
Course Hours:
3 units; (2T-10)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to a graduate program in the Department of Art.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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