Art emphasis in Drawing and Painting or emphasis in Photography - Associate in Science
San José City College offers both an Associate in Arts (AA) and an Associate in Science (AS) in Art degree. Students planning to follow a transfer pattern should use the Associate in Arts degree. The Associate in Science has 2 possible areas of emphasis: Drawing and Painting or Photography. This program can lead to employment in some specialized fields listed below. A minimum of 3 courses in the Art major must be taken at San José City College.
A grade of "C" or better is required for each course in the major or area of emphasis. A "P" (Pass) grade is an acceptable grade for courses in the major or area of emphasis if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.
Drawing and Painting Emphasis Career Options:
Fashion Design and Illustration
Fine Art Framer
Floral Arranger and Designer
Interior Designer
Illustrator
Printing press work
Silk screen tee-shirts and banners
Textile Designer
Window and Retail Display
RELATED OCCUPATIONS:
Animation
Architecture
Art Education and Teaching
Art Direction
Industrial Ceramics Technician
Landscaping
Marketing and Advertising
Medical Illustration
Service Bureau Technician
Photography Emphasis Career Options:
Advertising Photography
Darkroom Technician
Fashion Design and Illustration
Fine Art Framer
Interior Designer
Illustrator
Printing press work
Silk screen tee-shirts and banners
Textile Designer
Window and Retail Display
RELATED OCCUPATIONS:
Animation
Architecture
Art Education and Teaching
Art Direction
Film and Video Production
Industrial Ceramics Technician
Landscaping
Marketing and Advertising
Medical Illustration
Photo Journalism
Service Bureau Technician
Upon successful completion of Art emphasis in Drawing and Painting, students will be able to:
- Create artworks that demonstrate an understanding of the formal elements and principles of design.
- Communicate an idea through an artwork by skillfully using materials and techniques to achieve the desired effect.
- Practice an aesthetic process to develop concepts which enrich the appreciation of making and viewing visual art.
- Recognize and list major artists and historical art trends and styles, and place art in a contemporary context.
- Analyze the objective and subjective qualities of an artwork in order to evaluate and assess its worthiness and discuss those conclusions.
Upon successful completion of Art emphasis in Photography, students will be able to:
- Analyze the objective and subjective qualities of an artwork in order to evaluate and assess its worthiness and discuss those conclusions.
- Build competency in technical skills and concepts.
- Establish a creative practice which includes problem solving skills.
- Recognize major artists and historical/cultural trends and styles.
- Demonstrate engagement, participation, and civility in the classroom/studio setting.
Major Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ART 012 | Two-Dimensional Design | 3 |
| ART 013 | Three Dimensional Design | 3 |
| ART 014 | Color Theory | 3 |
| ART 024 | Beginning Drawing | 3 |
| ART 026 | Intermediate Drawing | 3 |
| ART 091 | Survey of Art History: Prehistoric Through Gothic | 3 |
| ART 092 | Survey of Art History: Renaissance to the Present | 3 |
| Total Units | 21 | |
Area of Emphasis
Complete an area of emphasis.
Art emphasis in Drawing and Painting AS Degree Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ART 055A | Life Drawing I | 3 |
| ART 055B | Life Drawing II | 3 |
| ART 060 | Beginning Painting I | 3 |
| ART 061 | Beginning Painting II | 3 |
| Major Requirements and Area of Emphasis | 33 | |
| General Education Requirements | 27 | |
Complete two courses for the U.S. History, Constitution, and American Ideals Requirement (US-1, US-2, and US-3) | ||
| Total Units | 60 | |
Art emphasis in Photography AS Degree Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHOTO 022 | Beginning Darkroom Photography | 3 |
| PHOTO 062 | Intermediate Darkroom Photography | 3 |
| PHOTO 076 | Digital Photo Editing | 3 |
| PHOTO 079 | Beginning Digital Photography | 3 |
| PHOTO 098 | Directed Study in Photography | 3 |
| Major Requirements and Area of Emphasis | 36 | |
| General Education Requirements | 27 | |
Complete two courses for the U.S. History, Constitution, and American Ideals Requirement (US-1, US-2, and US-3) | ||
| Total Units | 63 | |