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Orange Coast College Architectural Technology A220 — Building Materials and Systems — 4 units Advisory: Architectural Technology A180. This advanced course focuses on the materials, building systems, design, and construction methods used for non-residential construction. The course will include field studies and hands-on projects that explore the principles and properties of various building materials and systems and sustainable considerations. Lecture, Lab. Transfer Credit: CSU. Architectural Technology A225 — Land and Building Development — 3 units A general survey of land development principles and procedures used prior to the actual construction of structures. Site analysis and planning, mapping, regulatory controls, obtaining entitlements, grading, road and street designs, utility systems, principles of real property value, and project financing will be covered. Same as Construction Technology A225. Students completing Architectural Technology A225 may not receive credit for Construction Technology A225. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU. Architectural Technology A230 — Architectural Design and Theory 3 — 5 units Prerequisite: Architectural Technology A215. Advisory: Architectural Technology A205. This advanced architectural design course is a continuation of Arch A215, dealing with theories, principles, methods 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 establishing and challenging design criteria, communication and editing of design narrative, and portfolio development. Lecture, Lab. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. 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 continuation of Arch A215, dealing with theories, principles, methods 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 establishing 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 significance. Emphasis is placed on socio-political, economic, technological, and cultural influences in the evolution of architectural history. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. 152 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 significance. 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 architects, 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 architects, 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 — Survey of Western Art from Prehistory through Gothic — 3 units This course provides an overview of western art and architecture from prehistory through the medieval period. May be taken for grades or on a pass/no-pass basis. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. C-ID ARTH 110. Art A100H — Survey of Western Art from Prehistory through Gothic Honors — 3 units This course provides an overview of western art and architecture from prehistory through the medieval period. May be taken for grades or on a pass/no-pass basis. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. C-ID ARTH 110. Art A101 — Survey of Western Art from Renaissance to Modern — 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 — Survey of Western Art from Renaissance to Modern Honors — 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 — Survey of Modern and Contemporary Art — 3 units This course provides an overview of modern and contemporary art and architecture from the late 19th century to the present. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.
 Art A103 — Survey of Asian Art — 3 units This course provides a select overview of art and architecture 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. This course may also be offered online. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. C-ID ARTH 130. 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, techniques, 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 A109 — Ancient Greek Art and Architecture — 3 units A study of Ancient Greek art and architecture beginning with prehistory and ending with the Hellenistic period. This course will relate artistic styles and major developments with the social and political events of the period. May be taken for grades or on a pass/no-pass basis. Lecture. Transfer Credit: CSU. Art A110 — Color and Design: Two- Dimensional — 3 units 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 and certificate programs. Lecture, Lab. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC. C-ID ARTS 100. Art A111 — Color and Design: Three- Dimensional — 3 units 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. Required for art majors and recommended for certificate programs. Lecture, Lab 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 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.