Mondays and Wednesdays: 8:30 a.m - 11:00 a.m
This course is intended for non-art majors to learn basic information about how visual art forms and applications existing in the everyday world can be used to enrich and enhance the individual's life. Students will receive an overview of art history including major artistic achievements, schools, and trends. The course stresses the development of understanding and appreciation of aesthetic concepts, theory, and criticism. A minimal amount of "hands on" studio experience will provide opportunity for non-art majors to experience the creative processes necessary in many art capacities.
Course Alignment
General Education Outcomes are the knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and behaviors that students are expected to develop as a result of their overall experiences with any aspect of the college, including courses, programs, and student services, both inside and outside of the classroom. The General Education Outcomes specifically learned in this course are:
- Communication
Faculty Contact Information
By appointment.
Course Information
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- The ability to develop, understand and critically analyze the formal design concepts and principles in artworks
- A descriptive vocabulary, set of terms, phrases, concepts, and approaches that allows for thinking critically about visual images
- An understanding of the processes involved in making art
- An awareness of changing art climates and stylistic changes in art
- The purpose and function of art in society
- The visual elements
- Line
- Shape
- Space
- Color
- Value
- Texture
- The principles of design
- Rhythm
- Repetition
- Unity
- Contrast
- Balance
- Emphasis
- Media
- Drawing
- Painting
- Sculpture
- Craft media
- Art historical application of art appreciation from Cave Art through Postwar Art movements including Western and Non-Western art
Textbook: None
Course Materials:
- Notebook (for graded note-taking...can be DIY or computer paper)
- Pencil/pens
- Computer, laptop, or iPad
- Art materials (KCC will supply)
Note: You must bring course materials with you to every class.
Grades are based on the following factors:
- Meeting requirements and deadlines
- Following instructions
- Note taking
- Written assignments/Discussion Posts
- Studio Lab/Technical skill development
- Quizzes/Final Exam
- Attandance
Grading Scale:
A (90-100)
B (80-89)
C (70-79)
D (60-69)
F (Below 60)
Attendance
Students must sign the sign-in sheet upon entering the classroom to be marked present. You are permitted one absence for any reason without any effect on your grade. Each additional absence beyond the first will result in a 1/2-letter grade deduction from your final grade. Upon the fourth absence, the student will be asked to withdraw from the course. Failure to withdraw may result in a failing grade
Absences
Students are responsible for staying current with all coursework, regardless of absence. When absent, please inform me in advance to arrange to complete missed work. Failure to do so may result in a late penalty or a zero for that assignment.
Tardiness
Arriving more than 5 minutes late will be recorded as tardiness. Arriving 15 minutes or more late will be counted as an absence. Early departures are treated the same way. Two Tardies or early departures equal one absence.
Liberal Arts & Sciences
Dean, Jennifer Huggins; 815-802-8484; R310; jhuggins@kcc.edu; Division Office- W102; 815-802-8700
Assignments
All assignments will be posted in the Modules tab of CANVAS. In-class assignments are due BEFORE the end of the class period or by their posted time-stamped deadline on Canvas. If the assignment requires a photo submission, A high-quality image must be submitted on CANVAS by the deadline.
Late Assignments
Work submitted any time AFTER the time-stamped due date is considered late. Late assignments will receive an automatic 10% reduction of the assignment’s grade for each day it is late. After one week, you will receive a 0. If you have a pressing situation that prevents you from finishing on time (such as illness, family emergency, etc.), please keep me informed. I will try to work with you.
Academic Integrity
Written work or artwork may not be plagiarized in any way. Any plagiarism or use of AI-written material will result in an automatic zero for the assignment, possible failure of the course class, and will be reported to the Dean of Student Development.
Classroom Expectations
- Email: Check your university email and the class CANVAS page frequently.
- Attendance: Arrive on time for each class and be prepared to work.
- Computer/Phones: Technology is to be used only for course-related work, including note-taking and assigned class activities during appropriate times. Video streaming, gaming, music listening, and non-academic use of devices are not permitted. Students who use technology for non-course-related purposes may be required to put their device away and may lose participation or assignment points for the day.
- Ask for Help: Be proactive about your learning. Stay in touch and let me know about any issues you’re having. I’m here to help!
Students are expected to be actively engaged throughout the entire class period. This means participating, following instructions, completing work, and remaining focused during all activities. Off-task behavior will affect participation and assignment grades.
Please treat others with respect. Be mindful that there are others in the class learning along with you. My only request is that if I’m talking, please stop and listen.
See canvas.
College Policies, Resources and Supports
For information related to the Student Code of Conduct Policy, Withdrawal Policy, Email Policy, and Non- Attendance/Non-Participation Policy, please review the college’s Code of Campus Affairs and Regulations webpage, which can be found at catalog.kcc.edu under the Academic Regulations & Conduct Guide.
KCC offers various academic and personal resources for all students. Many services are offered virtually, as well as in person. Please visit Student Resources - Kankakee Community College to access student resources services such as:
- Clubs and organizations
- Counseling and referral services
- Office of disability services
- Student complaint policy
- Transfer services
- Tutoring services, etc.
The materials on this course are only for the use of students enrolled in this course for purposes associated with this course. Further information regarding KCC's copyright policy is available at https://kcc.libguides.com/copyright.
|Course syllabus/calendar is subject to change.