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  • ART 120: Art of Africa

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    An art history course that surveys the sculpture, architecture and painting of Africa. The students learn about nations and cultures through their art and artistic productions. Traditional art, such as sculpture, and traditional crafts are studied. The students view the art of various African nations in light of their social and political structures. Various art styles and pragmatic uses of the art works are also emphasized.
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  • ART 125: Design I

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    Design I focuses on two dimensional, black and white work, which is organized to create an awareness of basic design principles. It serves as the visual foundation for all design career related areas of study including Graphic Design and Interior Design, as well as for traditional fine art study in drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, and ceramics. Perceptual and abstract approaches to design using the major elements of line, shape, and tone will be presented and explored through a progressive evolution of projects. ($250-$300)
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  • ART 126: Design II

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    Continuation of concepts studied in Design I, as color theory and its application are presented. Amplification of issues in design such as arrangements of line, shape and tone, with color as the focus. Geometric and organic forms, as well as observation from nature, are explored. Design concepts are developed using both the computer classroom (working with graphic software) and the traditional (hands-on work) studio. Student works progress from concept to the finished production. Prerequisite:    ART 125
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  • ART 140: Survey Lithographic

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    Introduces students to conventional prepress procedures in order to provide perspectives on current practices and future printing trends. This course will form the foundation for understanding today's electronic printing environment. In-class work and practical lab assignments will reinforce theoretical elements through modeling, demonstration and discussion. Open to Printing Arts Technology Program students only.
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  • ART 150: Intro Computer Graphics

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    Introduces students to the language, technology and artistic medium of computers. The format of the course is studio/lab in nature, with instruction and demonstration preceding hands-on equipment use to help students produce works of art.
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  • ART 151: Graphic Design I

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    Emphasizes the development of visual ideas for the purpose of communication. Building upon ART 150 (Introduction to Computer Art/Graphics) and ART 125 (Design I), assignments focus on the development of ideas, including the study of letter forms (typographic design principles). Graphic design projects may range from posters, to book layouts, to package design. Prerequisite:    ART 150 and ART 125
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  • ART 173: Topics in Art

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    Thematic lecture course, using a particular topic to develop visual vocabulary, an understanding of the uses of art and critical evaluative skills. Emphasis on innovative teaching techniques and flexibility of course content. The specific topics will be announced prior to registration. Students may earn up to three credits for each special-topics lecture course satisfactorily completed.
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  • ART 180: Topics in Art Studio

    1.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    Special projects course to develop basic studio skills in a specialized area. Emphasis is placed on innovative teaching techniques and flexibility of course content. The specific topics will be announced prior to registration. Students may earn up to three credits for each special-topics studio course satisfactorily completed.
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  • ART 180A: Topics in Arts-Series Painting

    1.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    Special projects course to develop basic studio skills in a specialized area. Emphasis is placed on innovative teaching techniques and flexibility of course content. The specific topics will be announced prior to registration. Students may earn up to three credits for each special-topics studio course satisfactorily completed.
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  • ART 180B: Topics in Art-Bookbinding

    1.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    Special projects course to develop basic studio skills in a specialized area. Emphasis is placed on innovative teaching techniques and flexibility of course content. The specific topics will be announced prior to registration. Students may earn up to three credits for each special-topics studio course satisfactorily completed.
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