• ART 2910R: Art Travel Study: Southern California

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Guided field trip to Los Angeles area museums and attractions helps students appreciate and refine art skills and offers opportunities to view art masterpieces in order to develop aesthetic appreciation as well as critical and analytical skills as demonstrated in reflective written work. Repeatable up to 4 credits subject to graduation restrictions. Separate travel cost required. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate a critical knowledge of art in a scholarly written paper. 2. Critique two works of art of their choice from any of the museums. 3. Learn the importance of studying art outside of textbooks and the classroom. 4. Demonstrate an increased understanding of the value and functions of art museums in our culture. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. FA, SP
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• ART 2920R: Art Travel Study: Northern California

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Guided field trip to San Francisco and Bay area museums and attractions helps students appreciate and refine art skills and offers opportunities to view art masterpieces in order to develop aesthetic appreciation as well as critical and analytical skills as demonstrated in reflective written work. Travel cost applied to course fees. Repeatable up to 6 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate a critical knowledge of art in a scholarly written paper. 2. Critique two works of art of their choice from any of the museums. 3. Learn the importance of studying art outside of textbooks and the classroom. 4. Demonstrate an increased understanding of the value and functions of art museums in our culture. Course fee required. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. SU
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• ART 2930R: Art Travel Study: Europe

  4.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Guided field trip to several European nations helps students appreciate and refine art skills and offers opportunities to experience other cultures and view art masterpieces in order to develop aesthetic appreciation as well as critical and analytical skills as demonstrated in reflective written work. Travel costs applied to course fees. Repeatable up to 8 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate a critical knowledge of art in a scholarly written paper. 2. Critique two works of art of their choice from any of the museums. 3. Learn the importance of studying art outside of textbooks and the classroom. 4. Demonstrate an increased understanding of the value and functions of art museums in our culture. Course fee required. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. SU
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• ART 2990: Seminar in Art

  0.50 - 3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  For students wishing instruction that is not available through other regularly scheduled courses in this discipline. Occasionally, either students request some type of non-traditional instruction, or an unanticipated opportunity for instruction presents itself. This seminar course provides a variable credit context for these purposes. As requirements, this seminar course must first be pre-approved by the department chair; second, it must provide at least nine contact hours of lab or lecture for each credit offered; and third, it must include some academic project or paper (i.e., credit is not given for attendance alone). This course may include standard lectures, travel and field trips, guest speakers, laboratory exercises, or other nontraditional instruction methods. Note that this course in an elective and does not fulfill general education or program requirements. Fees may be required for some seminar courses and instructor permission will be optional at the request of the instructor. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Evaluate and analyze how their non-traditional instruction of choice, through this course, applies to their course of study.
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• ART 2991: Seminar in Art

  0.50 - 3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  For students wishing instruction that is not available through other regularly scheduled courses in this discipline. Occasionally, either students request some type of non-traditional instruction, or an unanticipated opportunity for instruction presents itself. This seminar course provides a variable credit context for these purposes. As requirements, this seminar course must first be pre-approved by the department chair; second, it must provide at least nine contact hours of lab or lecture for each credit offered; and third, it must include some academic project or paper (i.e., credit is not given for attendance alone). This course may include standard lectures, travel and field trips, guest speakers, laboratory exercises, or other nontraditional instruction methods. Note that this course in an elective and does not fulfill general education or program requirements. Fees may be required for some seminar courses and instructor permission will be optional at the request of the instructor. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Evaluate and analyze how their non-traditional instruction of choice, through this course, applies to their course of study.
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• ART 3030: Intermediate Photography

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Studio class for Art majors and for more experienced photography students. Studio lighting, large format cameras, special effects, and advanced lab techniques will be explored. Students will be encouraged to expand the area of their knowledge through problems and assignments decided between the individual student and the teacher. Includes lectures, demonstrations, and studio practice labs. Students are encouraged to work towards creating a portfolio of images. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Analyze the technical aspects of the photographic process. 2. Evaluate photographic situations and judge the technical requirements and settings for your camera equipment. 3. Compose using artificial light to create properly exposed images. 4. Continue the creative process through the film development process. 5. Dry mount your finished prints and present them in art show ready fashion. Course fee required. Prerequisite: ART 1050 (Grade C- or higher). FA, SP
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• ART 3040: Intermediate Digital Photography

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Studio class intended to be a seamless continuation of ART 2060 Digital Photography. Students are encouraged to explore the medium more fully through experience with "straight" & experimental photographic techniques. Emphasizes photography as fine art stressing visual awareness, craftsmanship, and printing techniques. Portfolio review required at the end of course. Digital SLR camera with manual controls required. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Analyze the visual and written discourse of photography history and practicality of digital photography and apply this to the evaluation of photographs as civic, political, and ethical instruments. 2. Create digital photographs by applying intermediate digital camera operational skills, by using the camera as a tool for creative expression and visual thinking, and by manipulating formal elements to achieve better compositions. 3. Design exhibition-quality photographs through employment of craftsmanship, critiques, and professional presentation. Course fee required. Prerequisite: ART 2060 (Grade C- or higher). FA
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• ART 3050R: Advanced Photography

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Studio class for art students, and students interested in furthering their photography experience. Introduces studio practices and lighting for portraits and commercial products, as well as editorial skills and portfolio preparation. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Analyze the technical aspects of the photographic process. 2. Evaluate photographic situations and judge the technical requirements and settings for your camera equipment. 3. Compose using artificial light to create properly exposed images. 4. Continue the creative process through the film development process. 5. Dry mount your finished prints and present them in art show ready fashion. Course fee required. Prerequisite: ART 1050 (Grade C- or higher). FA, SP
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• ART 3060: Digital Commercial Studio Photography

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Digital Commercial Studio Photography is a studio experience that supports formal art and design training, allowing students to work on individualized studio lighting projects while gaining professional insights in studio photography and photo art direction. Students will choose from a range of project topics that are intended to develop their skills. They will be working on multiple projects simultaneously (as reflected in a real world studio environment) and, at any stage of any of those projects, be able to receive critiques and guidance from the instructor. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Evaluate client needs in a real world situation, and respond with appropriate solutions. 2. Craft photographic solutions in a studio environment to respond to specific client-facing demands. 3. Understand studio techniques and how they change the aesthetics of an image. 4. Understand studio management practices and how they influence photographic decisions. Course fee required. Prerequisite: ART 2060 (Grade C- or higher). FA
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• ART 3070R: Advanced Photography II: Digital

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Studio class intended to be a seamless continuation of the Digital Photography classes within the Photography emphasis. Students are encouraged to explore the medium more fully through experience with "straight" & experimental photographic techniques. Emphasizes photography as fine art stressing visual awareness, craftsmanship, and printing technology. Portfolio review required at the end of course. Digital SLR camera with manual controls required. Can be repeated for credit. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Contribute to their local community through photographic projects meant to enhance, raise awareness of, or otherwise aid philanthropic causes. 2. Formulate a lesson plan to teach other photographers the basics of photography. 3. Organize a workshop to teach other photographers. 4. Design and create exhibition-quality photographs through employment of craftsmanship, critiques, and professional presentation. Course fee required. Prerequisites: ART 2060 (Grade C- or higher). SP
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