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Orange Coast College Architectural Technology A230H — Architectural Design and Theory 3 Honors — 5 units Prerequisite: Architectural Technology A215. Advisory: Architectural Technology A205. This advanced architectural design course is a continua- tion of Arch A215, dealing with theories, principles, meth- ods and means used in the creation of architectural space by manipulation of form, space & light in an urban context. Focus is on the conceptual design process of establish- ing and challenging design criteria, communication and editing of design narrative, and portfolio development. Lecture, Lab. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. Architectural Technology A250 — Building Codes and Standards — 2 units Introduction to the codes and standards prevalent in the Southern California area. Concentration is on Title 24 and Americans With Disabilities Act regulations, and the Uniform Building Code and local enforcement as applied to building design. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU. Architectural Technology A290 — History of Architecture 1 — 3 units The class is an introductory study of the development of architecture and urban environments from primitive shelters through the Early Baroque. The lectures and presentations focus on environments, architects, people of influence, and architectural movements of signifi- cance. Emphasis is placed on socio-political, economic, technological, and cultural influences in the evolution of architectural history. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. Architectural Technology A290H — History of Architecture 1 Honors — 3 units The class is an introductory study of the development of architecture and urban environments from primitive shelters through the Early Baroque. The lectures and presentations focus on environments, architects, people of influence, and architectural movements of signifi- cance. Emphasis is placed on socio-political, economic, technological, and cultural influences in the evolution of architectural history. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. Architectural Technology A296 — History of Architecture 2 — 3 units Introductory study of the history of world architecture and urbanism from the late 17th century to the present. Lectures and presentations focus on the architecture of various regions and historical periods, highlighting archi- tects, buildings and environments of significance. Special emphasis is placed on the architecture of the 20th century and socio-political, economical, technological, cultural and global influences in the evolution of architecture. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. Architectural Technology A296H — History of Architecture 2 Honors — 3 units Introductory study of the history of world architecture and urbanism from the late 17th century to the present. Lectures and presentations focus on the architecture of various regions and historical periods, highlighting archi- tects, buildings and environments of significance. Special emphasis is placed on the architecture of the 20th century and socio-political, economical, technological, cultural and global influences in the evolution of architecture. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. ART Art A100 — History and Appreciation of Western Art: Prehistory Through Gothic — 3 units This course provides an overview of western art and archi- tecture from prehistory through the medieval period. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. 158 Art A100H — Honors History and Appreciation of Western Art: Prehistory Through Gothic — 3 units This course provides an overview of western art and archi- tecture from prehistory through the medieval period. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. Art A101 — History and Appreciation of Western Art: Proto-Renaissance through Post Impressionism — 3 units This course provides an overview of art and architecture from the Renaissance to the Contemporary period.May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. Art A101H — Honors History and Appreciation of Western Art: Proto-Renaissance through Post Impressionism — 3 units This course provides an overview of art and architecture from the Renaissance to the Contemporary period.. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. Art A102 — Contemporary Art History — 3 units A survey of late modernism and contemporary art move- ments in American and international culture from 1945 to the present. Emphasis will be placed on the New York School, Minimalism, Conceptual and Performance Art, Pop Art, Neo-Expressionism, Installation Art, and Post Modern trends in contemporary expression. Recommended for all visual arts majors. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.
 Art A103 — History of Asian Art: China, Korea, Japan — 3 units This course provides a select overview of art and archi- tecture from India, Southeast Asia, China, Korea, and Japan from pre-history to modern times May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. Art A107 — Introduction to Art — 3 units This course provides a general introduction to art that offers a look at works of art through the study of theory, terminology, themes, design principles, media, tech- niques, with an introduction to the visual arts across time and diverse cultures. Topics will include drawing, painting, sculpture, film arts, printmaking, and architecture Gallery/ museum visits are required. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. Art A108 — Women in Art — 3 units Women artists and the image of women in art from the Paleolithic period to the present day. Art criticisms, the feminist art movement, and the status of contemporary women artists. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. Art A110 — Color and Design: Two- Dimensional — 3 units Introduction to the concepts, applications, and historical references related to two-dimensional art and compo- sition, 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 and certificate programs. Lecture, Studio.Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. Art A111 — Color and Design: Three- Dimensional — 3 units Introduction to the concepts, applications, and histori- cal 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 lec- ture presentations and use of appropriate materials for non-representational three-dimensional studio projects. Required for art majors and recommended for certificate programs. Lecture, Studio Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. C-ID ARTS 100. Art A114 — Art of the Ancient Americas — 3 units Advisory: English A100. Survey of visual culture within the historical context of select ancient civilizations in Mexico, Central America, and South America up to European contact. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. Art A115 — Art of the Africa, Oceania, and Indigenous North America — 3 units Advisory: English A100. Survey of visual culture within select regions in Africa, Oceania, and indigenous North America. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. Art A116 — Furniture Making and Design — 4 units The basic rules of furniture design and production with emphasis in wood selection, hand tool use, and a review of woodworking machinery. Advanced students will design and build more complex furniture pieces using more advanced techniques. Same as Construction A116. Students completing Art A116 may not receive credit for Construction A116. Lecture, Lab. Transfer Credit: CSU. Art A118 — Product Illustration 1 — 2 units For the beginner through semi-professional levels of drawing skill. Principles of line, shade, shadow, highlight, reflection, color, materials and graphic presentation. Sketching and rendering using various media and papers. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU. Art A119 — Product Illustration 2 — 2 units Prerequisite: Art A118. Continuation of Product Illustration 1 to include more detailed renderings. May be taken for grades or on a May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU. Art A120 — Beginning Drawing — 3 units Introduction to principles, elements, and practices of drawing, employing a wide range of subject matter and drawing media. Focus on perceptually based draw- ing, observational skills, technical abilities, and creative responses to materials and subject matter. Lecture, Studio. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. Art A120H — Honors Beginning Drawing — 3 units Introduction to principles, elements, and practices of drawing, employing a wide range of subject matter and drawing media. Focus on perceptually based draw- ing, observational skills, technical abilities, and creative responses to materials and subject matter. Lecture, Studio. C-ID ARTS 100. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. C-ID ARTS 110. Art A121 — Life Drawing 1 — 3 units Prerequisite: Art A120 or A120H. Figure drawing from the nude model. The study of volumes, foreshortening, structure, anatomy, and compo- sition of the human form. Required of art majors. Lecture, Studio Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.