Course Descriptions

Art - ART

General Information

Unless stated otherwise, all courses are non-repeatable except under certain conditions.

Open Enrollment

It is the policy of West Hills College Lemoore, unless specifically exempted by statute, that every course section or class, the average daily attendance of which is to be reported for state aid, wherever offered and maintained by the District, shall be fully open to enrollment and participation by any person who has been admitted to the College and who meets such prerequisites as may be established pursuant to Chapter 11, Division 2, Part VI, Title 5 of the California Administrative Code, commencing with Section 41820.

Unit or Credit Value

Each course carries a certain credit or unit value. The amount is indicated in parentheses at the right of the title. A lecture class requires the equivalent of one academic hour, (50 minutes) per week for each semester unit conferred. Laboratory classes require three academic hours, (150 minutes) per week for each semester unit conferred.

Prerequisite

Prerequisites are prescribed courses covering skills and/or knowledge that are normally expected to be acquired prior to enrolling in another course. The intent of prerequisites is to ensure that any student enrolling in a course in which specific information is required will have the necessary background so that every opportunity exists to experience success. Therefore, any course with a prerequisite presumes that subject matter will be acquired in a sequential way.

Students enrolling in courses without the appropriate prerequisite may find that they are ill-prepared to continue their studies in that course. Prerequisites are designed to enhance success. Please refer to the West Hills College Lemoore prerequisite policy in the Academic Regulations portion of this catalog for additional information.

Corequisite

Corequisites are courses that a student is required to take simultaneously in order to enroll in another course. (Successful completion is defined as a grade C or better for the minimum prerequisite/corequisite requirement.)

Class Hours

The total number of class lecture and laboratory hours for each course is indicated in its course description. The schedule of classes, which is available at the time of class registration, will indicate which dates, days and times a given class is scheduled to meet.

Course Subject

Courses are classified by subjects as they exist at West Hills College Lemoore. All courses within an area usually count towards a major in that area. Other institutions may classify their courses differently. Transfer students should consult the catalog of the four-year college to which they intend to transfer for its classification of identical or comparable courses.

Course Numbering

Courses numbered 001-049 are baccalaureate level (transfer) courses. These courses are transferable to four-year institutions. However, the institution that the student transfers to determines the specific transferability of courses.

Courses numbered 050-99 are associate degree level courses. These courses are primarily for the student who does not plan to continue his/her education beyond the community college level; however, occupational education courses may transfer according to articulation agreements. Complete information on articulation is available through the Counseling Center.

Courses numbered 100-199 are non-transfer and are non-degree applicable; they are skill building or remedial courses.

Courses in some subject areas that are traditionally taught as combination lecture- laboratory courses at four-year colleges are split into two separate courses:  one a lecture course for transfer students and one a laboratory course for both transfer and non-transfer students. Students wishing to transfer must take both the lecture and laboratory courses.

  • NOTE:  In case of transfer and non-transfer courses taught concurrently, a student may receive credit only for the course in which he/she is enrolled, not both. A student cannot change from one course to the other except according to regular drop/add procedures. He/She should be guided by the course description and may need to consult a counselor or advisor for aid.
Abbreviations for Degree, Non-Degree and Transfer Courses

The following abbreviations designate degree applicable, transfer and non-degree applicable courses:

(AA/AS) Associate Degree Applicable

(CSU) Transferable to California State University System

(UC) Transferable to University of California System

(NDA) Non-Degree Applicable

  • ART-002
  • Two-Dimensional Design
  • Credit(s) 3

Two-Dimensional Design
ART 002 is an introduction to the concepts, applications, and historical references related to two-dimensional art and composition, including the study of the basic principles and elements of line, shape, texture, value, color, and spatial illusion. Development of a visual vocabulary for creative expression through lecture presentations, studio projects, problem solving, and written assignments. Required for Art Majors.

Class Hours:
27 Lecture | 81 Laboratory
Advisory(s):
ENG 051A
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
C-ID:
ARTS 100
  • ART-003
  • 3 - Dimensional Design Fund.
  • Credit(s) 3

3 - Dimensional Design Fundamentals
ART 003 is an introduction to the concepts, applications, and historical references related to three-dimensional design, and spatial composition, including the study of the elements and organizing principles of design as they apply to three-dimensional space and form. Development of a visual vocabulary for creative expression through lecture presentations and use of appropriate materials for non-representational three-dimensional studio projects.

Class Hours:
27 Lecture | 81 Laboratory
Advisory(s):
ENG 051A
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
C-ID:
ARTS 101
  • ART-005A
  • Basic Drawing
  • Credit(s) 3

Basic Drawing
ART 005A is an introduction to principles, elements, and practices of drawing, employing a wide range of subject matter and drawing media. Focus is on perceptually-based drawing, observational skills, technical abilities, and creative responses to materials and subject matter.

Class Hours:
27 Lecture | 81 Laboratory
Advisory(s):
ENG 051A
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
C-ID:
ARTS 110
  • ART-005B
  • Intermediate Drawing
  • Credit(s) 3

Intermediate Drawing
ART 005B is the exploration of artistic concepts, styles, and creative expression related to intermediate-level drawing, focusing on complex subject matter and concepts using a variety of drawing mediums, techniques, and methodologies. Students in this course will build on fundamental drawing skills to develop personalized approaches to content and materials in exercises covering multiple historical and contemporary approaches to drawing.

Class Hours:
27 Lecture | 81 Laboratory
Prerequisite(s):
ART 005A
Advisory(s):
ENG 051A
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
C-ID:
ARTS 205
  • ART-007
  • Figure Drawing
  • Credit(s) 3

Figure Drawing
ART 007 is an introduction to drawing the human figure from observation using a wide variety of drawing media and techniques. Topics include an introduction to human anatomy and the historical and contemporary roles of figure drawing in the visual arts. Students in this course will learn both descriptive and interpretive approaches to drawing the figure. Students will be required to purchase specific materials for this course.

Class Hours:
27 Lecture | 81 Laboratory
Prerequisite(s):
ART 005A
Advisory(s):
ENG 051A
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
C-ID:
ARTS 200
  • ART-015A
  • Beginning Painting
  • Credit(s) 3

Beginning Painting
ART 015A is an introduction to principles, elements, and practices of painting. Focus on exploration of painting materials, perceptual skills and color theory, paint mixing and technique, as well as creative responses to materials and subject matter. Art 15A offers lecture and studio time to explore the heritage and fundamentals of painting. Included in the course will be a study of how the cultural context during various periods in history has influenced historically significant works of art. Students will be encouraged to understand how the works they create are influenced by the contemporary context, as well as history, and to develop their own theories about how the paintings they create fit into the continuum of history. Advisory: students will be required to purchase their own supplies for this course.

Class Hours:
27 Lecture | 81 Laboratory
Advisory(s):
ENG 051A
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
C-ID:
ARTS 210
  • ART-015B
  • Intermediate Painting
  • Credit(s) 3

Intermediate Paiting
ART 015B offers additional lecture and studio time to further explore the oil painting medium. Recommended for Art majors.

Class Hours:
27 Lecture | 81 Laboratory
Prerequisite(s):
ART 015A
Advisory(s):
ENG 051A
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
  • ART-015C
  • Advanced Painting
  • Credit(s) 3

Advanced Painting
ART 015C offers additional lecture and studio time to further explore different concepts of painting.

Class Hours:
27 Lecture | 81 Laboratory
Prerequisite(s):
ART 015B
Advisory(s):
ENG 051A
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
  • ART-015D
  • Extended Painting
  • Credit(s) 3

Extended Painting
ART 015D offers students the chance to explore their own ideas as they relate to painting. The students will produce a series of paintings which demonstrate their art concepts and theories. Recommended for Art majors.

Class Hours:
27 Lecture | 81 Laboratory
Prerequisite(s):
ART 015C
Advisory(s):
ENG 051A
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
  • ART-016A
  • Survey of Western Art
  • Credit(s) 3

Survey of Western Art: Pre-History
ART 016A provides an overview of western art and architecture from prehistory through the medieval period. Each of the important civilizations is studied through slides, lectures, class discussion and the textbook. Successful completion of English 51A (Introduction to communication skills), or equivalent, is strongly recommended.

Class Hours:
54 Lecture
Advisory(s):
ENG 051A
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
C-ID:
ARTH 110
  • ART-016B
  • Survey of Western Art
  • Credit(s) 3

Survey of Western Art: Renaissance
ART 016B provides an overview of art and architecture from the Renaissance to the Contemporary period. Each of the important civilizations is studied through slides, lectures, class discussion and the textbook.

Class Hours:
54 Lecture
Advisory(s):
ENG 051A
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
C-ID:
ARTH 120
  • ART-020A
  • Introduction to Digital Art
  • Credit(s) 3

Introduction to Digital Art
ART 020A is an introduction to fundamental concepts, practices, and theories of digital art production. Topics include integration of traditional design, color, and compositional principles with contemporary digital tools. Students will be required to purchase their own materials for this class.

Class Hours:
27 Lecture | 81 Laboratory
Advisory(s):
ENG 051A
Transfers to:
CSU
C-ID:
ARTS 250
  • ART-042
  • Art Appreciation
  • Credit(s) 3

Art Appreciation
ART 042 provides a general introduction to art that offers a look at works of art through the study of theory, terminology, design principles, media, techniques, with an introduction to the visual arts across time and diverse cultures. No art background is necessary.

Class Hours:
54 Lecture
Advisory(s):
ENG 051A
P/NP
Transfers to:
UC/CSU