ARTH 3020 - Art and Architecture of the Americas

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Art History

Description:

A study of selected topics in the art and architecture of South America, Central America, and/or North America. Time periods covered may range from pre-Hispanic to contemporary periods. Since the scope of the course will vary, students should inquire with the instructor as to the specific topic. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)** At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe major monuments, artists, stylistic periods, and theories in the period of the Americas under consideration and will be able to relate them to their historical context. 2. Synthesize and evaluate information relevant to works of art and architecture from primary and/or secondary sources. 3. Apply close looking skills and principles/elements of design to be able to analyze the formal qualities of works of art and architecture and situate them in their historical and cultural settings. 4. Apply an analysis of formal principles/elements of art, visual vocabulary, and knowledge of major monuments and artists to adeptly approach unfamiliar art. 5. Illustrate critical understanding of the discipline of art history and its methods of research. 6. Produce writing and/or oral presentations that use appropriate and relevant content to illustrate mastery over the subject and understanding of the assigned task. FA (even)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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