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Common Course Outline

Course discipline/number/title ART 1123: 3D Design

Catalog Description

Credits 3
Hours/Week 5 (1 lecture, 4 lab)
Prerequisites (Course discipline/number) None
Other requirements None
MnTC Goals (if any) Goal 6/Humanities, the Arts

Course Description

This course is a foundation course in three-dimensional design. Students will explore the elements and principles of design using a variety of sculptural media and construction methods. Students will develop an informed personal reaction and critical response to sculptural works of art. This course emphasizes the elements, principles, and ideas that constitute the shared language of the visual arts.

Date Last Revised (Month, year)

December, 2024

Outline of Major Content Areas

  1. Safe studio practice
  2. Sculptural application of the elements and principles of design
  3. Linear and Planar construction
  4. Modeling
  5. Additive sculpture
  6. Critical analysis of 3D work

Learning Outcomes (General)

The student will be able to:

  1. Create original works of three-dimensional art that explore formal concerns utilizing a basic visual vocabulary.
  2. Analyze form and content in three-dimensional design through formal concerns and technical considerations.
  3. Analyze historic and contemporary trends in 3D artworks.
  4. Demonstrate an increased appreciation of the vital role and value the fine arts and humanities have on the development of culture.
  5. Explain and evaluate the effectiveness of personal artwork and the work of others through critique.
  6. Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety issues within the discipline.

Learning Outcomes (MnTC)

Goal 6/Humanities, the Arts

The student will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate awareness of the scope and variety of works in the arts and humanities.
  2. Respond critically to works in the arts and humanities.
  3. Articulate an informed personal reaction to works in the arts and humanities.

Methods for Evaluation of Student Learning

Methods may include but are not limited to:

RCTC Core Outcome(s)

This course contributes to meeting the following RCTC Core Outcome(s):

Critical Thinking
Students will think systematically and explore information thoroughly before accepting or formulating a position or conclusion.

Special Information (if any)

None