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Credit- Degree applicable
Effective Quarter: Fall 2021

I. Catalog Information


ARTS 10A
Three-Dimensional Design
4 Unit(s)
 

Advisory: EWRT 200 and READ 200, or ESL 261, 262 and 263; MATH 210 or equivalent.

Lec Hrs: 36.00
Lab Hrs: 36.00
Out of Class Hrs: 72.00
Total Student Learning Hrs: 144.00

Introduction to design elements and principles as they apply to three-dimensional space and form. Idea explorations in various media including wire, clay, plaster, paper, wood, metals, and found objects.


Student Learning Outcome Statements (SLO)

 

Apply knowledge of basic elements and principles of design and use various basic materials appropriate to three-dimensional work.


 

Apply critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills through idea exploration.


 

Learn basic hand and power tools appropriate for each assignment.


II. Course Objectives

A.Apply fundamental theoretical concepts and terminology common to all three-dimensional art design activities, including the elements of design.
B.Organize principles of three-dimensional design.
C.Demonstrate various materials appropriate to three-dimensional work.
D.Apply critical thinking skills and problem solving skills through three dimensional form.
E.Define and discuss an historical and/or cultural understanding of design by contemplating global perspectives and designs from an historical sense, with an emphasis on today's visual arts world.

III. Essential Student Materials

 None

IV. Essential College Facilities

 Classroom space with large working surface area
Studio space with basic woodworking facility and workbench
Basic hand and power tools
Sink with traps
Adequate storage for materials and projects.

V. Expanded Description: Content and Form

A.Apply fundamental theoretical concepts and terminology common to all three-dimensional art design activities, including the elements of design.
1.Line
2.Shape
3.Form
4.Space
5.Value
6.Texture
7.Color
B.Organize principles of three-dimensional design.
1.Balance
2.Proportion
3.Repetition
4.Variety
5.Scale
6.Emphasis
C.Demonstrate various materials appropriate to three-dimensional work.
1.Plaster
2.Clay
3.Wire
4.Sheet metals
5.Tubing
6.Wood
7.Paper
8.Found objects
D.Apply critical thinking skills and problem solving skills through three dimensional form.
1.Demonstrations and lectures on the making process of three-dimensional work.
a.Idea development by sketches.
b.Creating models.
2.Classroom discussions.
a.Idea exchange.
b.Presenting other point of views.
3.Student presentations.
a.Issues and intentions of the project.
b.Self-analysis of the project.
4.Critiques
a.Analysis of the project.
b.Idea exchange.
E.Define and discuss an historical and/or cultural understanding of design by contemplating global perspectives and designs from an historical sense, with an emphasis on today's visual arts world.
1.Examination of the design.
2.Material and process.
3.Cultural background.
4.Function in the society.

VI. Assignments

A.Plaster and/or clay carving project: Subtractive process to study relationships in positive mass and negative space, surface transition, texture and overall form.
B.Construction project: Additive process in foam board, wood, or metal to explore structure, proportion, and balance.
C.Functional object: Model making of functional objects such as kitchen utensils, furniture, etc.
D.Sketchbook

VII. Methods of Instruction

 Lecture and visual aids
Discussion and problem solving performed in class
Field observation and field trip
Guest speakers
Collaborative learning and small group exercises
Collaborative projects
Laboratory experience which involves students in formal exercises of idea and skill development, within the study of three dimensional design

VIII. Methods of Evaluating Objectives

A.Creation of various original,3-dimensional artworks, evaluated for technical mastery, idea development and exploration.
B.Quarter-long sketchbook assignment, evaluated for creativity and problem solving skills.
C.Critical evaluation (written and oral) of student's and classmate's three-dimensional works through references to formal elements and principles of design.
D.Presentation of each project, including midterm and final critique to articulate and discuss student's concepts of design issues as they relate to history, with an emphasis on today's visual arts world as developed in class through lectures, demonstrations, and reading material.
E.Written assignments and/or exams in which students must clearly articulate comprehension of the basic elements and principles of three-dimensional design, and thoroughly demonstrate knowledge of shop safety.
F.Final art project, evaluated for technical mastery, idea development, and exploration.

IX. Texts and Supporting References

A.Examples of Primary Texts and References
1.Stewart, Mary. "Launching the Imagination". New York: McGraw-Hill 2019 (6th Edition)
2.Zelanski, Paul and Fisher, Mary Pat, "Shaping Space". Wadsworth Publishing, Belmont, California, 2006 (3rd Edition)
3.Grant Wiggins, Jay McTighe, "Understanding by Design". 2nd edition, Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River, New Jersey, 2005
4.Buckminster Fuller, Richard, "Operating Manual for Spaceship Earth". Lars Muller Publishers, Baden, Germany, 2008
B.Examples of Supporting Texts and References
1.Shop Safety Manual
2.Supplemental Instructional Handouts
3.Art on Campus Collection, De Anza College http://www.deanza.edu/campus_art/

X. Lab Topics

A.Construct a variety of materials to visually interpret each design element.
B.Organize objects to identify the principles of design.
C.Practice working with tools and materials to learn their proprieties.
D.Create maquettes in preparation for projects.
E.Assemble sketchbook with library of photos that demonstrate understanding of both elements and principles of design.