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  • SCLPT 3440: Small Metal & Jewelry

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    A beginning course with a concentration in the development of technical skills which are specific to jewelry and nonferrous metals. Projects are developed to introduce and develop student skills in a variety of tools and processes. The course provides instruction in small metals fabrication, centrifugal casting, repousse, and enameling. Prerequisites: Minor status in Sculpture OR Instructor Consent.
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  • SCLPT 3450: Synthetic Sculpture

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This is a beginning course with a concentration in the development of technical skills related to plastic fabrication, thermoforming, moldmaking, and casting. Students develop projects to introduce and develop skills in a variety of tools and processes. Background on the historical art contexts in which these materials and methods have come to importance will be presented in lectures and discussions. Prerequisites: Minor status in Sculpture OR Instructor Consent.
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  • SCLPT 4410: Studio Practice I

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This course is a continuation of ART/SCLPT 3410. The course offers studio assignments that question and solidify artistic vocabulary and studio work, with a strong emphasis on establishing serial works and complete artist portfolios. It is the student's responsibility to develop and maintain research skills, writing skills, and studio work. Curriculum includes regular seminar discussions and presentations based on assigned reading, local lectures, and visiting researchers. Contemporary issues and ideas in sculpture are a primary focus of these discussions. Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in SCLPT 3410 AND Minor status in Sculpture OR Instructor Consent
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  • SCLPT 4455: Kinetic Sculpture

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Starting with basic mechanical and electronic theory, and progressing to include sensing, motion control and computer applications. Students explore the physical and conceptual aspects of machine making as a sculpture process. Prerequisites: Minor status in Sculpture OR Instructor Consent.
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  • SCLPT 4460: Site/Space/Installation

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    The studio course explores the making of installations (art works which are environment-based rather than object-oriented). Class activities include discussions and slide lectures investigating different variables in installation including the manipulation of site, space, sound and experience. Through the construction of environments, students explore site specific, multimedia, new media, collaborative and cross-disciplinary approaches to art making. Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in SCLPT 4410 AND Minor status in Sculpture OR Instructor Consent
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  • SCLPT 4465: Studio Practice II

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This course is a continuation of ART/SCLPT 4410. Students focus on developing a body of studio work with a strong emphasis on establishing serial works and complete artist portfolios. Integration of written statements, research, and verbal skills is expected. Students are responsible for completion of artist portfolio, including slide documentation, resume, and statements related to works in progress. Exposure to specific sculptural vocabularies include mixed media, architectural, environmental, performance, installation, site work, and political/social. Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in SCLPT 4410 AND Minor status in Sculpture OR Instructor Consent
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  • SCLPT 4470: Video and Projection

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This course develops an understanding of digital video technology as a means of creating art works in conjunction with 3-dimensional media areas. It explores digital aesthetics and conceptual aspects of digital processes and imagery, focusing on integration of these processes with more traditional art formats. Having prior computer skills is not a prerequisite. Technology demonstrations provide necessary information and skills in digital input, output, and manipulation processes in both digital video and sound formats. Prerequisites: "C-" or better in (SCLPT 3410 AND Minor status in Sculpture) OR Instructor Consent.
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  • SCLPT 4480: Art Action & the Enviro

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This course provides students with an opportunity to explore the role of the arts as a form of environmental action. Using texts, site visits, and discussions, the students will research current environmental issues locally, nationally, and globally and experience innovative arts projects by artists and art collectives that are addressing the current environmental crisis. Students will combine personal and collaborative approaches to creating artworks that invoke awareness and/or change within their community. Prerequisites: 'C-' or better in SCLPT 3410 AND Minor status in Sculpture OR Instructor Consent
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  • SOC 1010: Intro To Sociology

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    An introduction to the basic nature of society and the relationship between society and the individual. This course focuses on how society functions and is organized, and how society impacts and influences individual motivation, understanding, action, and well-being. Basic sociological ideas regarding social relations, social interaction, social structure, and social change are examined. Students are introduced to key issues addressed by contemporary sociologists; class, race, gender, sexuality, religion, globalization, education, health care, crime, the media, and the environment. The knowledge gained in these course will aid students in future studies within a variety of fields and careers, and encourage the development of critical thinking about important issues.
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  • SOC 1020: Social Problems

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    A course designed to prepare students to think critically and participate intelligently in public debates on contemporary social problems. Topics may include the causes and consequences of structural inequality, institutional and financial crises, sexual harassment and rape, illicit drug use, racism and hate crimes, unplanned population growth, terrorism, homelessness, residential and educational segregation, and environmental degradation.
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    General Education Course