Art Transfer Pathway
Associate of Fine Arts (AFA) - 60 credits
About this program
The 60-credit AFA in Art provides students with the skills to help them develop into professional artists. Students will explore multiple areas in the visual arts including design, painting, drawing, ceramics, mixed media, printmaking and photography. In addition, students will explore artistic intent and exhibition opportunities. The degree ensures that students will have the necessary coursework to prepare for transfer and advanced studies in the visual arts.
Program outcomes
- Demonstrate a broad knowledge of the scope and variety of the work of artists and art movements and their sociopolitical contexts.
- Demonstrate facility in terminology and technical skills in two-dimensional and three-dimensional mediums.
- Apply the skills necessary for successful engagement in the creation of and appreciation for the visual arts.
- Work independently and collaboratively in a high-pressure creative environment.
- Document and explain the rationale behind the student's work.
- Use the English language effectively to read, speak, write and listen.
- Create a body of work that demonstrates artistic scope and variety.
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 |
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45 | Required courses |
15 | Restricted electives in courses |
60 | Total |
Visual Arts - Associate of Fine Arts
Required Courses:
3 credits from one or more of these courses:
Course | Credits |
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COMM1120 - Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
COMM1140 - Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
3 credits from one or more of these courses:
Course | Credits |
---|---|
PSYC1200 - General Psychology | 3 |
PSYC2220 - Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
PSYC2224 - Social Psychology | 3 |
SOC1111 - Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
3 credits from one or more of these courses:
Course | Credits |
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ART2001 - Art and the Environment | 3 |
ENGL2239 - Nature Writers | 3 |
ENGL2324 - Travel Literature | 3 |
HIST1700 - The History of America's National Parks | 3 |
6 credits from one or more of these courses:
Plans
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1st Fall Term - 15 credits
Course | Credits |
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ART1101 - Drawing I | 3 |
ART1107 - Foundations of Art, 2-D | 3 |
ART1127 - Art History: Prehistory to the Middle Ages | 3 |
ART1142 - Introduction to Ceramics | 3 |
ENGL1101 - College Writing | 3 |
1st Spring Term - 15 credits
Course | Credits |
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ART1109 - Foundations of Art, 3-D | 3 |
ART1114 - Painting I | 3 |
ART1128 - Art History: Renaissance to Contemporary | 3 |
3 credits from one or more of these courses:
Course | Credits |
---|---|
COMM1120 - Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
COMM1140 - Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
3 credits from one or more of these courses:
Course | Credits |
---|---|
PSYC1200 - General Psychology | 3 |
PSYC2220 - Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
PSYC2224 - Social Psychology | 3 |
SOC1111 - Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
2nd Fall Term - 15 credits
Course | Credits |
---|---|
ART2115 - Introduction to Digital Photography | 3 |
ART2201 - Foundation Digital Imaging | 3 |
ENGL1210 - Writing About Current Issues | 3 |
HUM1110 - Native American Culture | 3 |
PHIL1201 - Ethics | 3 |
2nd Spring Term - 15 credits
Course | Credits |
---|---|
ART1117 - Printmaking I | 3 |
ENGL2321 - Women in Literature | 3 |
3 credits from one or more of these courses:
Course | Credits |
---|---|
ART2001 - Art and the Environment | 3 |
ENGL2239 - Nature Writers | 3 |
ENGL2324 - Travel Literature | 3 |
HIST1700 - The History of America's National Parks | 3 |