Art
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Associate in Arts Degree with a Concentration in
Art (601)
The concentration in Art prepares students to transfer to four-year universities to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Arts Education, Museum Studies, Art Therapy, Art History and/or Studio Art. If you are interested in transferring to a B.F.A. program, please see the AFA catalog page.
ART - IAI Recommended Baccalaureate Curriculum
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Transfer Considerations
Students who have already chosen the university to which they plan to transfer should consult that institution's catalog, the department advisor, and an academic advisor in planning their program. Transfer guides for some universities are available at svcc.edu/transfer.
- The AA with a Concentration in Art degree includes the basic courses university art departments require their freshmen and sophomores to take as well as foundation courses in various areas of specialization. Studying IAI Recommended Baccalaureate Curriculum in sequence is important to pursuing a BA degree in Art. Following the course suggestions and sequence will prepare the student with necessary skills and knowledge required for success in this field of study.
- Illinois colleges and universities offer two different bachelor's degrees in Art: the professional Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A) degree and the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree with a major in Art. In general, because the B.F.A. degree prepares students for graduate school, it requires 70 or more semester credits in Art, while the B.A. degree (major in Art) requires about 40 to 50 semester credits in Art. At some schools, a B.A. degree requires competency in a foreign language, while the B.F.A. degree does not.
- To transfer as a junior into either a B.F.A. program or B.A. program with a major in Art, students should select one of the options following consultation with the Art department. Most schools require a portfolio review for admission to a B.F.A. program, for registration in a second studio course in a medium and/or for scholarship consideration.
- The AA and AFA represent two different tracks in Visual Art Education. The AA degree should be pursued by those students ultimately seeking a liberal arts baccalaureate degree (typically a BA) in the Visual Arts. This includes but is not limited to: Arts Education, Museum Studies, Art Therapy and Art History. The AFA degree should be pursued by those students ultimately seeking a professional baccalaureate degree (typically a BFA) in the Studio Arts. This includes but is not limited to: Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture, Ceramics, Photography, Videography, Animation, Illustration, Graphic Design and Communication Arts.
- The AA completes the General Education component prior to transfer while the AFA completes more professional coursework and fulfills the General Education requirements over the span of a four-year degree as do students who start their college at the four-year college or university. Students should consult their academic advisor and Glenn Bodish, the Art Department Chair on the differences between the AA and AFA degrees in Art offered at SVCC.
Competitive Admissions
Since admission is competitive, completing the recommended courses does not guarantee admission nor does it guarantee studio coursework being accepted for credit into an Art program’s sequence.
Special Considerations
Students may be required to submit a portfolio of visual artwork for admission to transfer institution.
Program Contacts at Sauk Valley Community College
- Academic Advising, 815-835-6354
- Glenn Bodish, Professor 815-835-6250
Minimum Total Credit Hours - 65 Hours
Suggested Course Sequence
First Semester - 16 Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 3 Hours | |
| ART101 | 2-D Design Foundations | 3 Hours |
| An introduction to two-dimensional design through the analysis of visual principles as they apply to design problems. Design problem-solving in the studio and on the computer will be accompanied by lectures demonstrations and critiques. This is a foundation course for commercial architectural and fine arts students. An introduction to color theory is included.Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursLectureLab Hours 6 labweekIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI ART 907 | ||
| ART113 | Basic Drawing I | 3 Hours |
| In this beginning drawing course the student will learn how to hone their perceptual skills and explore a variety of art making materials tools and techniques. Students will apply the elements and principles of design and create visually and conceptually charged drawings. The main practice will be to replicate a three dimensional illusion on a two dimensional surface. Once the student achieves a level of understanding of the realistic style of drawing they will explore the technical creative imaginative and expressive realms of drawing. Students will apply drawing and design theories and produce finished artworks ready for exhibition.Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursLectureLab Hours 6 labweekIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI ART 904 | ||
| ART120 | Prehistoric thru Medieval Art | 3 Hours |
| The historical development of the visual arts painting drawing printmaking sculpture and architecture in Western society focusing on major artistic styles and movements. Examines works of art as expressions of the ideas and beliefs of artists within their cultural and social contexts. Slide lectures stressing the major periods and styles of prehistoric ancient civilized cultures through Medieval Art. This course is one of a three-part series of courses ART 120 121 122 intended to fulfill the art history requirements for the art major but is also a general education fine arts course. Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI F2 901 LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek | ||
| ENG101 | Composition I | 3 Hours |
| This course 1 develops awareness of the writing process 2 provides inventional organizational and editorial strategies 3 stresses the variety of uses for writing and 4 emphasizes critical skills in reading thinking and writing.Prerequisite Required placement score on approved English placement test high school unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher or a grade of C or higher in ELA 099.3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI C1 900LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek | ||
| FYE101 | First Year Experience | 1 Hour |
| The focus of this course is how to be successful in college. Study skills goal setting academic planning time and money management and information research skills are among the core topics included in this course. Within a supportive environment students will share their college experiences and develop connections with fellow students and SVCC staff. Prerequisite None1 Semester hoursLectureLab Hours 1 lecweek | ||
Second Semester - 15 Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| PSY103 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 Hours |
| This course is designed to introduce the student to major concepts theories principles and research in the field of psychology. This course will survey the scientific study of human and animal characteristics and behavior. Major topics from biological behavioral cognitive personality developmental abnormal and social psychology theory and research will be emphasized. Universal characteristics and individual differences will be explored Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI S6 900LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek | ||
| - OR - | ||
| SOC111 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 Hours |
| Students will be introduced to the perspective concepts and methods of sociology. Emphasis will be given to how the groups that make up our society function. The forces that hold groups together or cause them to change will be explored while the students examine how they learn to play roles within the family school religion peer groups and in other social settings.Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI S7 900LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek | ||
| ART102 | 3-D Design Foundations | 3 Hours |
| In this 3-D Foundations design course the student will learn how to hone their perceptual skills and sculptural design techniques apply the elements and principles of design and create visually and conceptually charged works of art. The study of form and structure in three-dimensions including additive subtractive replacement linear and contemporary forms of sculptural design will be accompanied by lectures demonstrations and critiques.Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursLectureLab Hours 6 labweekIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI ART 908 | ||
| ART114 | Basic Drawing II | 3 Hours |
| An investigation of drawing through the use of color with an emphasis on observational representation and thematic development through descriptive and expressive means. Topics to be covered include gesture line value perspective texture composition color theory and conceptual exploration. Class sessions will be accompanied by lectures demonstrations and critiques. Prerequisite ART 113 or consent of instructor3 Semester hoursLectureLab Hours 6 labweekIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI ART 905 | ||
| ART121 | Renaissance thru Romantic Art | 3 Hours |
| This is a continuation of Prehistoric through Medieval Art. The historical development of the visual arts painting drawing printmaking sculpture and architecture in Western society focusing on major artistic styles and movements. Examines works of art as expressions of the ideas and beliefs of artists within their cultural and social contexts. Slide lectures covering the major movements from Renaissance through Romanticism. This course is a one of a three part series of courses ART 120 121 122 intended to fulfill the art history requirements for the art major but is also a general education fine arts course. Only one course ART 121 or ART 122 can be used for general education credit.Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI F2 902 LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek | ||
| ENG103 | Composition II | 3 Hours |
| An advanced course in essay writing with emphasis on formal research ENG 103 serves to develop a proficiency in the collection and selection of data as applied to the completion of a formal research paper. In addition students receive instruction in logic and reasoning including the fundamentals of argumentative and persuasive writing. Prerequisite A grade of C or higher in ENG 101 or its equivalent or consent of instructor. 3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI C1 901RLectureLab Hours 3 lecweek | ||
Third Semester - 18-19 Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| * | Life Science | 3-4 Hours |
| Electives | 3 Hours | |
| Social / Behavioral Science | 3 Hours | |
| Humanities | 3 Hours | |
| ** | ART Elective | 3 Hours |
| ART122 | Modern Art | 3 Hours |
| This is a continuation of Renaissance through Romantic Art. The historical development of the visual arts painting drawing printmaking sculpture and architecture in Western society focusing on major artistic styles and movements. Examines works of art as expressions of the ideas and beliefs of artists within their cultural and social contexts. Slide lectures covering the major movements in Modern societies from Realism through worldwide Contemporary Art. This course is a one of a three part series of courses ART 120 121 122 intended to fulfill the art history requirements for the art major but is also a general education fine arts course. Only one course ART 121 or ART 122 can be used for general education credit.Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI F2 902 LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek | ||
Fourth Semester - 15-16 Hours
| Course # | Course Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Social / Behavioral Science | 3 Hours | |
| * | Physical Science | 3-4 Hours |
| ** | ART Elective | 3 Hours |
| ART213 | Life Drawing I | 3 Hours |
| In this life drawing course the student will learn how to hone their perceptual skills and art making technique. They will apply the elements and principles of design and create visually and conceptually charged drawings. The main practice will be to replicate a three dimensional illusion on a two dimensional surface specifically the study of human anatomy proportion movement and drawing from life. Once the student achieves a level of understanding of the realistic style of drawing students will explore the technical creative imaginative and expressive realms of drawing. Students will apply drawing and design theories explore a myriad of materials and techniques and produce finished artworks ready for exhibition.Prerequisite ART 101 or ART 113 or consent of instructor. 3 Semester hoursLectureLab Hours 6 labweek | ||
| COM131 | Intro to Oral Communication | 3 Hours |
| The oral communication course combines communication theory with the practice of oral communication skills. The course 1 develops awareness of the communication process 2 provides inventional organizational and expressive strategies 3 promotes understanding of and adaptation to a variety of communication contexts and 4 emphasizes critical skills in listening reading thinking and speaking.Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI C2 900LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek | ||
Footnotes
* One lab science required.
** Art elective courses may be chosen from various media in consultation with an academic advisor or art department faculty.