Visual Arts
Certificate - 24 credits
About this program
This certificate offers an introduction to various methods and principles in art-making and art historical research. Students will learn to develop complexity in conceptual discourse and discipline in physical practice. Topics may be diverse depending on student's choice of courses. Courses topics include but are not limited to Drawing; Painting; Ceramics; Art and the Environment; Renaissance to Contemporary Art History; African, Asian, Islamic, and Mesoamerican Art History, etc.
Program outcomes
- Demonstrate a broad knowledge of the scope and variety of the work of artists and art movements and their sociopolitical contexts.
- Apply the skills necessary for successful engagement in the creation of and appreciation for the visual arts.
- Use the English language effectively to read, speak, write and listen.
Accreditation
Minnesota State Community and Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
The Higher Learning Commission
230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500
Chicago, IL 60604-1411
http://www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org
Phone: 312.263.0456 / 800.621.7440
Tracks
Curriculum overview
| Credits | Requirement type |
|---|---|
| 12 | Required courses |
| 12 | Restricted electives in courses |
| 24 | Total |
Visual Arts
Required Courses:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ART1110 - Introduction to Art | 3 |
| ART1129 - Art History: African, Asian, Islamic and Mesoamerican | 3 |
| ART2001 - Art and the Environment | 3 |
| HUM1110 - Native American Culture | 3 |
12 credits from one or more of these courses:
Plans
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1st Fall Term - 12 credits
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ART1110 - Introduction to Art | 3 |
| ART1129 - Art History: African, Asian, Islamic and Mesoamerican | 3 |
| ART2001 - Art and the Environment | 3 |
| HUM1110 - Native American Culture | 3 |
1st Spring Term - 12 credits
| Course | Credits |
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