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Overview Degrees/Certificates Courses

The Folsom Lake College art curriculum offers introductory and intermediate level courses in painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, and metal arts, including introductory level courses in art education and design. Through the program's studio art classes, students develop an awareness and understanding of the materials, tools, rationale, and significance of art in society. The art curriculum's critical thinking and technical skills components encourage students to utilize independent thought processes and problem solving. The program prepares students to achieve their educational goals, which may include: transfer to a four-year college or university, pursuit of a career in the arts, and/or development of skills for satisfying personal and lifelong creative practice.

Degrees and Certificates Offered

A.A.-T. in Studio Art
A.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Arts and Humanities
A.A. in Studio Art
Art Education for Children Certificate
Clay Arts Certificate
Metal Design Certificate

Division Dean Francis Fletcher
Department Chair Marisa Sayago
Phone (916) 608-6752
Email fletchf@flc.losrios.edu

Associate Degrees for Transfer

A.A.-T. in Studio Art

The Associate in Arts in Studio Arts for Transfer Degree program provides students with a major that fulfills the general requirements for transfer to the California State University. Students with this degree will receive priority admission with junior status to the California State University system. Students should work closely with their Folsom Lake College counselor to ensure that they are taking the appropriate coursework to prepare for majoring in Studio Arts at the institution they wish to transfer to because major and general education requirements may vary for each CSU and the degree may only transfer to specific institutions.

This program has the following completion requirements:

(1) Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
(A) The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (CAL-GETC).
(B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
(2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

ADTs also require that students must earn a C or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. A “P” (Pass) grade is also an acceptable grade for courses in the major if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Catalog Date: January 1, 2026

Degree Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
ART 300	Drawing and Composition I	3
ART 320	Design: Fundamentals	3
ART 370	Three Dimensional Design	3
ARTH 309	Art Survey: Renaissance to 19th Century	3
ARTH 311	Art Survey: Modern Art	3
A minimum of 3 units from the following:		3
ARTH 303	Art Survey: Ancient to 14th Century (3)
or ARTH 332	Asian Art (3)
A minimum of 9 units from the following:		9
Select three courses, each from a different category listed below.
Drawing
ART 302	Drawing and Composition II (3)
ART 304	Figure Drawing I (3)
Color Theory
ART 323	Design: Color Theory (3)
Painting
ART 327	Painting I (3)
Printmaking
ART 361	Printmaking: Survey (3)
Sculpture
ART 372	Sculpture (3)
Ceramics
ART 390	Ceramics (3)
Applied Design
ART 383	Metal Design: Emphasis In Fabrication (3)
Other Media
ART 332	Oil Painting (3)
ART 334	Acrylic Painting (3)
ART 336	Watercolor Painting (3)
ART 402	Beginning Clay Sculpture (3)
Second Semester
ART 328	Painting II (3)
ART 373	Intermediate Sculpture (3)
ART 386	Intermediate Metal Design: Emphasis in Fabrication (3)
Total Units:		27

The Associate in Arts in Studio Art for Transfer (AA-T) degree may be obtained by completion of 60 transferable, semester units with a minimum 2.0 GPA, including (a) the major or area of emphasis described in the Required Program, and (b) the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) Requirement.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

differentiate major historical movements and developments in the visual arts.
compose or design works of art that utilize a combination of technique, materials, visual ideas, and experiences.
construct and document an initial portfolio of artworks for professional presentation.
critique artworks using correct terminology related to concepts, materials, and techniques.
evaluate form, image, and artistic creation of visual artworks from different traditions, cultures, and civilizations.

Career Information

Individuals with four-year degrees in art may be placed in the K-12 educational field as well as in museums and galleries as registrars, preparators, and curatorial staff. Individuals may also work as fine artists, graphic artists or designers, illustrators, computer artists, and other commercial work such as freelance photographers. Advanced degrees in art may lead to careers as educators at the college or university level, art directors, art editors, curators, conservators, and restorers for museums and galleries.

Associate Degrees

A.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Arts and Humanities

The Interdisciplinary Studies degree is designed for students who seek a greater understanding of disciplines within the arts and humanities. This program is a good choice for students planning on transferring to the California State University or University of California. The student will be able to satisfy general education requirements, plus focus on transferable coursework that relates to a specific major and/or individual interest. This degree will have an "Area of Emphasis" in Arts and Humanities. These courses emphasize the study of cultural, literary, and humanistic activities and artistic expression of human beings. Students will evaluate and interpret the ways in which people throughout the ages in different cultures have responded to themselves and the world around them in artistic and cultural creation and expression (Arts and Humanities). Students will learn to value aesthetic understanding and incorporate these concepts when constructing value judgments (Possible majors at a four-year institution include, but are not limited to: Art, English, Foreign Language, Humanities, Linguistics, Music, Philosophy, and Theatre Arts).

It is highly recommended that students consult a counselor to determine the classes within each area that will best prepare them for their intended transfer major.

Catalog Date: January 1, 2026

Degree Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
A minimum of 18 units from the following:		18
ANTH 330	Magic, Witchcraft, and Religion (3)
ANTH 341	Introduction to Linguistics (3)
ART 300	Drawing and Composition I (3)
ART 302	Drawing and Composition II (3)
ART 304	Figure Drawing I (3)
ART 308	Perspective Drawing (3)
ART 310	Pen and Ink Drawing (3)
ART 312	Portrait Drawing (3)
ART 320	Design: Fundamentals (3)
ART 323	Design: Color Theory (3)
ART 327	Painting I (3)
ART 332	Oil Painting (3)
ART 334	Acrylic Painting (3)
ART 336	Watercolor Painting (3)
ART 337	Intermediate Watercolor Painting (3)
ART 361	Printmaking: Survey (3)
ART 370	Three Dimensional Design (3)
ART 372	Sculpture (3)
ART 373	Intermediate Sculpture (3)
ART 383	Metal Design: Emphasis In Fabrication (3)
ART 386	Intermediate Metal Design: Emphasis in Fabrication (3)
ART 387	Intermediate Metal Design: Emphasis in Forming (3)
ART 390	Ceramics (3)
ART 402	Beginning Clay Sculpture (3)
ART 404	Intermediate Clay Sculpture (3)
ART 430	Art and Children (3)
ARTH 300	Art Appreciation (3)
ARTH 303	Art Survey: Ancient to 14th Century (3)
ARTH 304	Ancient Art (3)
ARTH 306	Medieval Art (3)
ARTH 307	Italian Renaissance Art (3)
ARTH 309	Art Survey: Renaissance to 19th Century (3)
ARTH 311	Art Survey: Modern Art (3)
ARTH 312	Women in Art (3)
ARTH 318	History of American Art (3)
ARTH 324	Art of the Americas (3)
ARTH 325	Native American Art History (3)
ARTH 328	Survey of African Art (3)
ARTH 330	Survey of African-American Art (3)
ARTH 332	Asian Art (3)
ARTH 333	Introduction to Islamic Art (3)
COMM 305	Oral Interpretation (3)
DANCE 380	World Dance History (3)
ECE 361	Introducing Young Children to Visual Arts (3)
ECE 363	Music and Movement with Young Children (3)
ENGCW 400	Creative Writing (3)
ENGCW 410	Fiction Writing Workshop (3)
ENGCW 420	Poetry Writing Workshop (3)
ENGCW 430	Creative Non-Fiction Writing Workshop (3)
ENGLT 303	Introduction to the Short Story (3)
ENGLT 305	Introduction to the Novel (3)
ENGLT 310	English Literature I (3)
ENGLT 311	English Literature II (3)
ENGLT 319	Introduction to English Epic Poetry (3)
ENGLT 320	American Literature I (3)
ENGLT 321	American Literature II (3)
ENGLT 330	African American Literature (3)
ENGLT 339	Postmodern American Fiction (3)
ENGLT 340	World Literature I (3)
ENGLT 341	World Literature II (3)
ENGLT 345	Mythologies of the World (3)
ENGLT 359	Prison Writings: The Rhetoric of Resistance (3)
ENGLT 360	Women in Literature (3)
ENGLT 370	Children and Literature (3)
ENGLT 402	Introduction to Shakespeare and Film (3)
ENGWR 301	College Composition and Literature (3)
ENGWR 481	Honors College Composition and Literature (3)
FREN 401	Elementary French (4)
FREN 402	Elementary French (4)
FREN 411	Intermediate French (4)
FREN 412	Intermediate French (4)
HIST 301	History of Europe and Mediterranean World to 1550 (3)
HIST 302	History of Europe Since 1500 (3)
HIST 307	History of World Civilizations to 1500 (3)
HIST 308	History of World Civilizations, 1500 to Present (3)
HIST 310	History of the United States (To 1877) (3)
HIST 311	History of the United States (1865 - Present) (3)
HIST 331	Women in American History (3)
HIST 344	Survey of California History: A Multicultural Perspective (3)
HIST 368	History of France (3)
HUM 300	Classical Humanities (3)
HUM 301	Introduction to the Humanities (3)
HUM 310	Modern Humanities (3)
HUM 320	Asian Humanities (3)
HUM 325	Arts and Humanities of the Islamic World (3)
HUM 332	American Humanities (3)
HUM 370	Women and the Creative Imagination (3)
MUFHL 300	Introduction to Music (3)
MUFHL 308	Introduction to Music: Rock & Roll (3)
MUFHL 310	Survey of Music History and Literature (Greek Antiquity to 1750) (3)
MUFHL 311	Survey of Music History and Literature (1750 to the present) (3)
MUFHL 315	Jazz History (3)
MUFHL 321	Basic Musicianship (3)
MUFHL 330	World Music (3)
MUFHL 400	Music Theory and Musicianship I (4)
MUFHL 401	Music Theory and Musicianship II (4)
MUFHL 410	Music Theory and Musicianship III (4)
MUFHL 411	Music Theory and Musicianship IV (4)
MUIVI 310	Voice Class I (2)
MUIVI 345	Beginning Piano I (1 - 2)
MUIVI 370	Beginning Guitar (2)
MUP 350	Concert Choir I (2)
MUP 357	College Chorus (2)
PHIL 300	Introduction to Philosophy (3)
PHIL 310	Introduction to Ethics (3)
PHIL 330	History of Classical Philosophy (3)
PHIL 331	History of Modern Philosophy (3)
PHIL 350	Philosophy of Religion (3)
PHIL 352	Introduction to World Religions (3)
PHOTO 302	Beginning Digital Photography (3)
PHOTO 420	History of Photography (3)
SILA 305	American Sign Language 1 (4)
SILA 306	American Sign Language 2 (4)
SILA 315	American Sign Language 3 (4)
SILA 316	American Sign Language 4 (4)
SPAN 401	Elementary Spanish I (4)
SPAN 402	Elementary Spanish II (4)
SPAN 411	Intermediate Spanish (4)
SPAN 412	Intermediate Spanish (4)
TA 300	Introduction to the Theatre (3)
TA 302	History and Theory of the Theatre I (3)
TA 303	History and Theory of the Theatre II (3)
TA 304	Women in Theatre (3)
TA 308	Diversity in American Theatre (3)
TA 340	Beginning Acting (3)
TA 350	Theory and Techniques of Acting I (3)
TA 351	Theory and Techniques of Acting II (3)
TA 422	Stage Lighting (3)
TAFILM 300	Introduction to Film (3)
TAFILM 303	History of Film: 1880's through 1950's (3)
TAFILM 304	History of Film: 1950's to Present (3)
TAFILM 307	Diversity in American Film (3)
TAFILM 320	Cinema Genres (3)
TAFILM 330	Film Making (3)
TAFILM 360	Screenwriting (3)
TAP 300	Modern Rehearsal and Performance I (1 - 3)
TAP 310	Modern Technical Production I (1 - 3)
TAP 320	Classical Rehearsal and Performance I (1 - 3)
TAP 330	Classical Technical Production I (1 - 3)
TAP 340	Musical Rehearsal and Performance I (1 - 3)
TAP 350	Musical Technical Production I (1 - 3)
TAP 360	Children's Theatre Rehearsal and Performance I (1 - 3)
TAP 370	Children's Theatre Technical Production I (1 - 3)
TAP 380	Repertory/Touring Rehearsal and Performance I (1 - 3)
TAP 390	Repertory and Touring Technical Production I (1 - 3)
Total Units:		18

The Interdisciplinary Studies: Arts and Humanities Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, and either (a) the Local General Education Pattern or (b) the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC), plus sufficient electives for a total of at least 60 units. See FLC graduation requirements.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

evaluate and interpret the ways in which people throughout the ages in different cultures have responded to themselves and the world around them in artistic and cultural creation and expression (Arts and Humanities).

A.A. in Studio Art

The A.A. degree in Art is designed for students to develop their skills in visual arts, to further studies, as well as for self-enrichment. Students who transfer to earn their Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) can continue their studies by pursuing MA and MFA degrees. The Studio Art program includes two and three dimensional, fine and applied arts, as well as study in art history. Upon completion of their higher degrees, students can work as independent artists, educators, restorers, designers, etc.

Catalog Date: January 1, 2026

Degree Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
ART 300	Drawing and Composition I	3
ART 304	Figure Drawing I	3
ART 320	Design: Fundamentals	3
ART 323	Design: Color Theory	3
ART 370	Three Dimensional Design	3
A minimum of 6 units from the following:		6
ARTH 303	Art Survey: Ancient to 14th Century (3)
ARTH 309	Art Survey: Renaissance to 19th Century (3)
ARTH 311	Art Survey: Modern Art (3)
ARTH 332	Asian Art (3)
Subtotal Units:		21

Drawing

Course Code	Course Title	Units
A minimum of 9 units from the following:		9
ART 302	Drawing and Composition II (3)
ART 305	Figure Drawing II (3)
ART 308	Perspective Drawing (3)
ART 310	Pen and Ink Drawing (3)
ART 312	Portrait Drawing (3)
ART 361	Printmaking: Survey (3)
ART 364	Printmaking: Relief (3)
Drawing Units:		9
Total Units:		30

Painting

Course Code	Course Title	Units
A minimum of 9 units from the following:		9
ART 327	Painting I (3)
ART 328	Painting II (3)
ART 332	Oil Painting (3)
ART 334	Acrylic Painting (3)
ART 336	Watercolor Painting (3)
ART 337	Intermediate Watercolor Painting (3)
Painting Units:		9
Total Units:		30

Sculpture

Course Code	Course Title	Units
A minimum of 9 units from the following:		9
ART 372	Sculpture (3)
ART 373	Intermediate Sculpture (3)
ART 382	Metal Design: Emphasis in Mixed Media (3)
ART 383	Metal Design: Emphasis In Fabrication (3)
ART 386	Intermediate Metal Design: Emphasis in Fabrication (3)
ART 387	Intermediate Metal Design: Emphasis in Forming (3)
ART 390	Ceramics (3)
ART 391	Intermediate Ceramics (3)
ART 402	Beginning Clay Sculpture (3)
ART 404	Intermediate Clay Sculpture (3)
Sculpture Units:		9
Total Units:		30

The Studio Art Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, and either (a) the Local General Education Pattern or (b) the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC), plus sufficient electives for a total of at least 60 units. See FLC graduation requirements.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

differentiate major historical movements and developments in the visual arts.
compose or design works of art that utilize a combination of techniques, materials, visual ideas, and experiences.
critique artworks using correct terminology related to concepts, materials, and techniques.
evaluate form, image, and artistic creation of visual artworks from different traditions, cultures, and civilizations.

Certificates of Achievement

Art Education for Children Certificate

This certificate of achievement is intended to offer students a new certificate opportunity that will provide those interested in gaining basic and intermediate skills in teaching visual arts to children pre-K through grade 12.

Catalog Date: January 1, 2026

Certificate Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
ART 300	Drawing and Composition I	3
ART 430	Art and Children	3
ARTH 300	Art Appreciation	3
A minimum of 9 units from the following:		9
ART 302	Drawing and Composition II (3)
ART 320	Design: Fundamentals (3)
ART 323	Design: Color Theory (3)
ART 370	Three Dimensional Design (3)
ART 372	Sculpture (3)
ART 390	Ceramics (3)
ART 402	Beginning Clay Sculpture (3)
Total Units:		18

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

assemble sequential plans for developmentally appropriate art education in regards to age and art preparedness, as it relates to experience and technically appropriate visuals and artistic materials for individuals within groups of children in T-K through 12th grade education.
demonstrate multimedia integration of the Visual Arts with performance arts and across the academic curriculum for learning enhancement of technical proficiency in various art mediums and techniques, spatial awareness, visual intelligence, and further understanding of other academic disciplines.
describe and illustrate culturally diverse artworks by a variety of artists both contemporary and historical, with the a range of aesthetic expression communicated in an inclusive, anti-bias, equity-based environment.
facilitate personal expression and the development of individual creativity through the use of multimedia materials used in both 2-Dimensional and 3-Dimensional art and design with knowledge and sensitivity acquired through the familiarity of other artists’ works.

Career Information

Public or Private art education including Transitional-K, Pre-K and K-12 Levels of instruction, Instructional Assistants, Classroom Aids, Private Tutors. Additionally, this program will benefit after school program teachers, curriculum designers, in-home daycare providers, art therapy aids, and special education teachers and aids.

Clay Arts Certificate

This certificate provides theoretical foundation and practical experience for students interested gaining knowledge in ceramics and clay sculpture. Topics include the basic and intermediate skills needed for a strong foundation in the area of clay arts.

Catalog Date: January 1, 2026

Certificate Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
ART 390	Ceramics	3
ART 391	Intermediate Ceramics	3
ART 402	Beginning Clay Sculpture	3
ART 404	Intermediate Clay Sculpture	3
A minimum of 3 units from the following:		3
ART 370	Three Dimensional Design (3)
ART 372	Sculpture (3)
Total Units:		15

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

analyze compositional principles as they apply to three-dimensional form and space.
create ceramic and clay sculpture utilizing basic traditional and contemporary techniques.
demonstrate the proper and safe use of kilns and other clay related equipment.

Career Information

Working at clay/ceramic studios, clay artist, ceramists, potter, sculptor, public art project artist.

Certificate

Metal Design Certificate

This certificate provides theoretical foundation and practical experience for students interested in gaining knowledge in metal arts. Topics include the basic and intermediate skills needed for a strong foundation in the area of metal arts.

Catalog Date: January 1, 2026

Certificate Requirements

Course Code	Course Title	Units
ART 382	Metal Design: Emphasis in Mixed Media	3
ART 383	Metal Design: Emphasis In Fabrication (3)	3
ART 386	Intermediate Metal Design: Emphasis in Fabrication (3)	3
ART 387	Intermediate Metal Design: Emphasis in Forming	3
A minimum of 3 units from the following:		3
ART 370	Three Dimensional Design (3)
or ART 372	Sculpture (3)
Total Units:		15

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

analyze the elements of art and principles of design as they apply to three dimensional form and space.
create metal art sculpture utilizing basic traditional and contemporary techniques.
demonstrate proper use of torches, kilns, and other metal arts tools and equipment.
create metal arts objects that reflect a basic understanding of technical process and reflect personal expression.

Career Information

Students who complete the certificate will be able to enter an industry that has strong demand for employees having required technical skills and training. Students may work at a jewelry/metal arts studio, become a jewelry/metal artist, metal sculptor, or public art project artist.

Art (ART) Courses

ART 300 Drawing and Composition I

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Drawing Fundamentals
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:ENGWR 110
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:Local GE L3
C-ID:C-ID ARTS 110
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course covers the fundamentals of drawing using line, shape, value, space, and composition. The development of observational skills to accurately render three-dimensional form and space on a two-dimensional surface is emphasized. It introduces and uses various media and techniques for drawing. This is a foundation requirement for all art students. Students are required to purchase supplies needed for the course. For hybrid course offerings, students must have a digital (e.g. phone) camera to record and upload assignments.

ART 302 Drawing and Composition II

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Drawing Fundamentals
Prerequisite:ART 300 with a grade of "C" or better
Advisory:ENGWR 110
Transferable:CSU; UC
C-ID:C-ID ARTS 205
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course expands on the drawing skills presented in ART 300 and covers more complex problems in observation, personal expression, and the formal exploration of composition. Students investigate subject, form, and content through the elements of art, principles of design, as well as diverse materials and techniques and historical and contemporary approaches to drawing. Students will need to purchase art materials and tools. For hybrid course offerings, students must have a digital (e.g. phone) camera to record and upload assignments.

ART 304 Figure Drawing I

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Figure Studies
Prerequisite:ART 300 with a grade of "C" or better
Advisory:ENGWR 110
Transferable:CSU; UC
C-ID:C-ID ARTS 200
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This studio class offers drawing from the human figure. There will be lectures and discussion on proportion, anatomy, and the relationship of the figure to space and composition. Students will need to purchase art materials and tools. For hybrid course offerings, students must have a (digital (e.g. phone) camera to record and upload assignments.

ART 305 Figure Drawing II

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Figure Studies
Prerequisite:ART 304 with a grade of "C" or better
Advisory:ENGWR 110
Transferable:CSU; UC
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course utilizes the skills acquired in ART 304 to pursue more complex work in figure drawing. Topics include the study of anatomy, proportion, foreshortening, figure in space, and color. Students are required to purchase materials needed for the course. For hybrid course offerings, students must have a digital (e.g. phone) camera to record and upload assignments.

ART 308 Perspective Drawing

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Applied Drawing
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:ART 300 with a grade of "C" or better
Transferable:CSU; UC
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course introduces the study of linear and atmospheric perspectives to create spatial relationships in drawings. Topics include historical development of linear and atmospheric perspectives; incorporation of perspective in two dimensional arts; and creating spatial relationships through the use of different perspectives. Students are required to purchase any supplies needed for the course work.

ART 310 Pen and Ink Drawing

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Applied Drawing
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:ART 300
Transferable:CSU; UC
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course covers different techniques and materials used in pen and ink drawing. Topics include the historical development of pen and ink drawings by different artists, study of lines and values to depict different subjects and textures, and use of elements of art and principles of design to create works of art. The students are required to purchase materials needed for the course.

ART 312 Portrait Drawing

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Figure Studies
Prerequisite:ART 300 with a grade of "C" or better
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:Local GE L3
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course is an introduction to and exploration of the human face as a subject in art. Focus will be placed on the development of skills needed to portray specific individuals. Topics include the study of anatomy and historical and contemporary approaches to portrait drawing. Students need to purchase art materials and tools.

ART 320 Design: Fundamentals

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:ENGL C1000
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:Local GE L3
C-ID:C-ID ARTS 100
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course examines the core concepts of the elements of art and the principles of design and the application, historical, and cultural references of these concepts to both fine and applied arts in two-dimensional art. Content includes conceptual thinking skills, art terminology, and analysis of form and content within a global context. The students are required to purchase art materials and tools needed for the course. For hybrid course offerings, students must have a digital (e.g., phone) camera to record and upload assignments.

ART 323 Design: Color Theory

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:ENGWR 110
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:Local GE L3
C-ID:C-ID ARTS 270
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course covers the principles and theories of additive and subtractive color, and their applications to two-dimensional fine and applied art. Topics include major historical and contemporary color systems and artistic styles, production of projects in applied color, and compositional considerations as they apply to color. For hybrid course offerings, students must have a (digital (e.g. phone) camera to record and upload assignments.

ART 327 Painting I

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Painting
Prerequisite:ART 300 with a grade of "C" or better
Advisory:ENGWR 110
Transferable:CSU; UC
C-ID:C-ID ARTS 210
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course is an introduction to the tools, materials, and techniques used in painting. Coursework includes exercises in light and color theory, description of form, color and spatial development, and composition. Students will need to purchase art materials and tools. For hybrid course offerings, students must have a digital (e.g. phone) camera to record and upload assignments.

ART 328 Painting II

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Painting
Prerequisite:ART 327 with a grade of "C" or better
Advisory:ENGWR 110
Transferable:CSU; UC
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course expands on the painting skills and concepts presented in ART 327 and covers more complex problems in observation, personal expression, and the formal exploration of composition. It is an intermediate studio painting course in which students work in a more independent framework. Students will initiate and execute progressively complex assignments. Students must purchase all supplies for this course. For hybrid course offerings, students must have a digital (e.g. phone) camera to record and upload assignments.

ART 332 Oil Painting

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Painting
Prerequisite:ART 300 with a grade of "C" or better
Advisory:ENGWR 110
Transferable:CSU; UC
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course is an introduction to the medium and techniques used in oil painting. Topics include indirect and direct painting techniques in oil, application of elements of art and principles of design to depict diverse subjects in naturalistic and abstract representations, and self-expression through the medium of oil paint. Historical and contemporary works in this medium will be investigated. Students are required to purchase supplies needed for the course. For hybrid course offerings, students must have a digital (e.g. phone) camera to record and upload assignments.

ART 334 Acrylic Painting

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Painting
Prerequisite:ART 300 with a grade of "C" or better
Transferable:CSU; UC
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course is an introduction to the medium and techniques used in acrylic painting. Topics include the historical development of acrylics as a painting medium, and techniques and mediums used in acrylic painting. Students are required to purchase art supplies needed for the course.

ART 336 Watercolor Painting

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Painting
Prerequisite:ART 300 with a grade of "C" or better
Transferable:CSU; UC
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course is an introduction to transparent watercolor painting. The course topics include various materials and brush techniques in watercolor, color theory, and composition. Students will need to purchase art materials and tools.

ART 337 Intermediate Watercolor Painting

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Painting
Prerequisite:ART 336 with a grade of "C" or better
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:Local GE L3
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course covers an in-depth study of watercolor in contemporary methods and concepts in transparent watercolor. Emphasis is given to different approaches in watercolor, composition, technical problems and solutions, and individual style development. Students are required to purchase materials needed for the course.

ART 361 Printmaking: Survey

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Printmaking
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:Local GE L3
C-ID:C-ID ARTS 220
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This is a printmaking survey course which may include relief (wood and linoleum), intaglio (engraving, etching and drypoint), and planograph (silkscreening, collagraphy, and monotype) processes. Students will need to purchase art materials and tools.

ART 364 Printmaking: Relief

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Printmaking
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:ART 300 and 320
Transferable:CSU; UC
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course covers the techniques of relief printmaking by hand and by printing press. Topics include historical development of relief printmaking, materials, and techniques used in relief prints using wood and linoleum. Students are required to purchase supplies needed for the course.

ART 370 Three Dimensional Design

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Sculpture
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:Local GE L3
C-ID:C-ID ARTS 101
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This is a studio course covering the study of three-dimensional designs. Course topics include application of the elements of art and principles of design to create three dimensional forms. Use of diverse materials and techniques used in three dimensional forms will be included. Students will need to purchase art materials and tools.

ART 372 Sculpture

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Sculpture
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:ENGWR 110
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:Local GE L3
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course provides basic practice in the expressive use of form and color in three-dimensional space. Students will learn technical skills, including casting, additive, and reductive/carving sculptural methods, as well as construction and assemblage methods. Students will need to purchase art materials and tools. For hybrid course offerings, students must have a digital (e.g. phone) camera to record and upload assignments.

ART 373 Intermediate Sculpture

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Sculpture
Prerequisite:ART 372 with a grade of "C" or better
Advisory:ENGWR 110
Transferable:CSU; UC
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This is an intermediate course in the practice of the expressive use of form in three-dimensional space. It utilizes traditional additive and subtractive media, as well as constructive media, and other contemporary materials. The course utilizes a problem-solving format in order to develop knowledge of technical process, formal vocabulary, and individual expression. It examines both historical and contemporary approaches in developing form and content. Students will need to purchase art materials and tools. For hybrid course offerings, students must have a digital (e.g. phone) camera to record and upload assignments.

ART 382 Metal Design: Emphasis in Mixed Media

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Small Metal Arts
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:Each student should be able to demonstrate the ability to independently and safely operate the classroom equipment and machinery according to the standards set by the instructor on the first day of class. Students who are sensitive to loud noises are encouraged to purchase and wear protective hearing equipment or ear plugs.
Transferable:CSU; UC
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course offers a contemporary approach to mixed media in small metal sculpture and jewelry. This course encompasses found object, polymer clay, titanium anodizing, and Keum Bo. Students are required to purchase a basic set of tools, metals and other supplies.

ART 383 Metal Design: Emphasis In Fabrication

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Small Metal Arts
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:Each student should be able to demonstrate the ability to independently and safely operate the classroom equipment and machinery according to the standards set by the instructor on the first day of class. Students who are sensitive to loud noises are encouraged to purchase and wear protective hearing equipment or ear plugs.
Transferable:CSU; UC
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course covers historical and contemporary approaches to fabrication of metal and jewelry design. Sculptural jewelry forms will be made utilizing processes of fabricating, surfacing, soldering, forming and forging of metals. Steel hammers, anvils, and other equipment will be used in the class. Basic methods and techniques for use with silver and base metals will be covered. Students will need to purchase art materials and tools.

ART 386 Intermediate Metal Design: Emphasis in Fabrication

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Small Metal Arts
Prerequisite:ART 383 with a grade of "C" or better
Advisory:Each student should be able to demonstrate the ability to independently and safely operate the classroom equipment and machinery according to standards set by the instructor on the first day of class. Students who are sensitive to loud noises are encouraged to purchase and wear protective hearing equipment or ear plugs.
Transferable:CSU; UC
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This is an intermediate course offering a historical and contemporary approach to fabrication of metal and jewelry design. Techniques may include forging, raising hollow forms, and the use of the hydraulic press in anticlastic and synclastic raising, matrix die forming and embossing molds. This is a concentrated study of intermediate work in elements of metal design and form. Students need to purchase metals and some required tools.

ART 387 Intermediate Metal Design: Emphasis in Forming

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Small Metal Arts
Prerequisite:ART 383 with a grade of "C" or better
Advisory:Each student should be able to demonstrate the ability to independently and safely operate the classroom equipment and machinery according to the standards set by the instructor on the first day of class. Students who are sensitive to loud noises are encouraged to purchase and wear protective hearing equipment or ear plugs.
Transferable:CSU; UC
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This is an intermediate course offering a historical and contemporary approach to the forming of metal and jewelry design. This course encompasses the wide range of procedures used to convert flat metal into volumetric form using the hydraulic press and the rolling mill in forming three- dimensional metal objects. Steel hammers, anvils, and other equipment will be used in the class. A basic set of tools, metals, and supplies will be available for purchase at the college bookstore.

ART 390 Ceramics

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Ceramics-Hybrid
Prerequisite:None.
Advisory:ENGWR 110
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:Local GE L3
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course is a beginning ceramic class in hand building and wheel throwing techniques. Clay forming skills of pinch, coil, slab, press, and slump molds are covered, as well as an introduction to the potter's wheel. The geology of clay and glazes is included. Methods of glazing and firing are studied. Historical and modern ceramic traditions provide the context for this course material. Students will need to purchase clay and some required tools. For hybrid course offerings, students must have a digital (e.g. phone) camera to record and upload assignments.

ART 391 Intermediate Ceramics

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Ceramics-Hybrid
Prerequisite:ART 390 with a grade of "C" or better
Advisory:ENGWR 110
Transferable:CSU; UC
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This is an intermediate course in wheel-throwing and sculpture techniques. It explores the technical and creative processes of ceramic pottery making and sculpture including surface treatment and various firing processes. Focus is placed on an in-depth examination of contemporary ceramics. The student will be given a materials/supplies needed list by the instructor, which the student must purchase and use in order to succeed in the course. Field trips outside of class time may be required. For hybrid course offerings, students must have a (digital (e.g. phone) camera to record and upload assignments.

ART 402 Beginning Clay Sculpture

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Course Family:Ceramics-Hybrid
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU; UC
General Education:Local GE L3
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course is an introduction to the basic hand-building techniques and methods devoted to three dimensional and relief sculptural forms in clay. The course topics include glazing and firing processes used in clay sculpture. Students will need to purchase art materials and tools.

ART 404 Intermediate Clay Sculpture

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:ART 402 with a grade of "C" or better
Transferable:CSU; UC
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course is an intermediate class in ceramic sculpture techniques and methods. The class will include glazing, surface treatment and various firing processes used in clay sculpture. Focus will be placed on in-depth examination of contemporary ceramic sculpture. Students will need to purchase art materials and tools.

ART 430 Art and Children

Units:3
Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
General Education:Local GE L3
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course covers the use of materials and techniques of studio activities in the K-12 classroom. Topics include the elements of art, principles of design, materials used in two and three dimensional art, techniques used to create age appropriate art, and designing art curriculum for the K-12 classroom. Students are required to purchase supplies needed for the course. For online course offerings, students must have a digital (e.g. phone) camera to record and upload assignments.

ART 495 Independent Studies in Art

Units:1 - 3
Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This course involves a student working individually on a topic of study and research beyond the scope of regularly offered courses. Upon the approval of the proposed topic, the student will work and keep in contact with the advisory
faculty to successfully complete the topic study. Students may take this course up to four times without duplication of the topics.

ART 499 Experimental Offering in Art

Units:0.5 - 4
Prerequisite:None.
Transferable:CSU
Catalog Date:January 1, 2026

This is the experimental courses description.

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