Course Descriptions

CART 115. Two-Dimensional Design - 3 credits
Studio problems in basic design explore the elements and principles of applied design theory.

CART 119. Theory of Color - 3 credits
Covers the properties and effects of light and color. Exploration of basic color organizations, qualities and principles.

CART 150. Art Appreciation - 3 credits
Designed to provide students understanding and appreciation of the art forms in the world. Lectures, discussions and visual aids are utilized to survey the painting, sculpture, architecture and other forms of art from different cultures.

CART 201. Drawing I - 3 credits
Introduction to perceptual drawing skills. Focus is on the translation of three-dimensional forms to a two-dimensional surface.

CART 202. Drawing II - 3 credits
A continuation of ART 201. Emphasizes perceptual drawing skills. Students are also introduced to a variety of materials. Prerequisite: CART 201.

CART 215. Typography and Layout - 3 credits
Introduction to the study of letter forms, including a study of type faces and letter-spacing composition and their application to the design of visual communication materials. Emphasizes professional craftsmanship and technical skill. Prerequisites: CART 115 and CART 119 or permission of the instructor.

CART 217. Printmaking I - 3 credits
Introduction to hand printmaking. Stresses creativity, experimentation, and development of skill and craftsmanship in printmaking procedures. Prerequisites: CART 115, 119, and 201 or permission of the instructor.

CART 275. Photography I - 3 credits
Basic photography skills for students with little or no knowledge of photography. Students learn to use a camera, develop black and white film, and make black and white photographic prints. Requirements: a 35mm camera with manually adjustable shutter speed control and aperture dial, and a handheld or in-camera light meter.

CART 315. Illustration I - 3 credits
Basic illustration conceptualization. Develops students' professional illustration techniques and processes. Prerequisites: CART 201 and 202 or the permission of the instructor.

CART 317. Printmaking II - 3 credits
Continuation of CART 217. Students are introduced to advanced printmaking concepts. Prerequisites: CART 115, 119, 201, and 217.

CART 321 Graphic Design I - 3 credits
Investigation of applied problems in visual communication. Study of design principles, production methods, and presentation. Prerequisites: CART 115, 119, and 215 or permission of the instructor.

CART 351. Intermediate Rendering Techniques - 3 credits
Instruction in rendering detailed organic matter including plants, animals, and the human figure through the use of a variety of media. Prerequisites: CART 201, 202 or permission of the instructor.

CART 375. Photography II - 3 credits
Advanced photography techniques, including use of different films, chemicals, and photographic papers. While the course encourages refinement of a personal vision through directed assignments, the major goal is mastery in the use of camera and fine printing techniques. Prerequisite: CART 275 or permission of the instructor.

CART 379. Computer Graphics - 3 credits
Covers basic computer graphic imaging utilizing graphics software for both illustrating and desktop publishing. Prerequisites: CART 115,119, 201 or permission of the instructor.

CART 381. Three-Dimensional Design - 3 credits
Materials, methodology, principles of design, and basic concepts applicable to the execution of projects dealing with three-dimensional form. Intended for art students who take additional Art courses involving applications of the concepts developed in Three-Dimensional Design. Prerequisites: CART 115 and 119.

CART 413. African Fabric Design - 3 credits
Focuses on analysis of African fabric design in terms of its patterns and social functions. Experimentation covers tie-dyeing, hand-printing and traditional designing techniques. Emphasis is on the appropriate use of African fabric design for fashion and commercial art design. Prerequisites: CART 115 and 119 or permission of the instructor.

CART 444. Issues in Art - 3 credits
Investigates topics pertinent to the studio artist/designer.

CART 464. Desktop Publishing - 3 credits
Introduces the use of desktop publishing software and its application to Graphic Design. Prerequisites: CART 115, 119, and 215.

CART 451 through 479. Directed Study - Variable credit
Research and advanced production techniques in a field of the student's special interest. Directed studies taken after completion of the course sequence available in the field of interest. Students may register for directed studies under the following course titles and numbers:

ART 451 Illustration
ART 452 Typography and Layout
ART 453 Printmaking (Silkscreen)
ART 456 Photography
ART 457 Printmaking (Intaglio)
ART 460 Printmaking (Lithography)
ART 461 Three-Dimensional Design
ART 462 Graphic Design
ART 466 Rendering Techniques
ART 479 Computer Graphics

CART 488. Internship - 3 credits
On-the-job training in the work world for students who qualify for an internship after the sophomore year. Prerequisite: permission of the department chairperson.

CART 492. Portfolio - 3 credits
Instructions for senior art majors in writing letters of application and resumes and in analyzing announcements of graduate school opportunities and employment advertisements. Portfolio also prepares students for job interviews and covers techniques in making oral presentations and organizing exhibitions. Prerequisite: Senior Art Major and permission of the department chairperson.

Fashion Design/Merchandising Course Description

CFAS 210. Principles of Fashion Apparel - 3 credits
Promotes, stimulates and explores creativity in Fashion Design. Topics include principles of line, mass and color applied to apparel design, rhythm, balance, harmony, unity and symmetry in clothing design. Specific details of clothing categories, price range, size range, and age range are discussed.

CFAS 220. History of Costume - 3 credits
Chronological study of costumes from ancient Egyptian to 20th-century styles. Emphasis on culture, art form, and climates are related to the cause and effects of costumes in each period studied.

CFAS 230. Textiles - 3 credits
Study of fibers, yarns, weaves, fancy weaves, finishes and dyes. Includes two (2) hours a week as laboratory testing time.

CFAS 240. Basic Construction Techniques - 3 credits
Fosters the development of professional skills and techniques required for the construction of apparel. Industrial techniques are emphasized.

CFAS 250. Visual Merchandising - 3 credits
This course will present facets of visual merchandising including the make-up of a VM department and the associated aspects of visual identity. Visual merchandising guidelines and the link of visual merchandising to fashion and culture will be explored. Prerequisites: CART 115, 119.

CFAS 310. Flat Pattern - 3 credits
Teaches the steps in taking a garment design on paper and making it into a finished garment on the body. Fundamentals of flat pattern making are covered, including sloppers for collars, sleeves, bodices, skirts, pants and coats. Prerequisite: CFAS 240.

CFAS 313. Principles of Retailing - 3 credits
Study of retail industry, emphasizing the interdependence of functional operations of stores, types of merchandising, and the interrelationship of the major facets of the industry and its markets. Prerequisite: CFAS 210.

CFAS 314. Principles of Fashion Merchandising - 3 credits
Comprehensive study of integrating all phases of fashion marketing channels. Emphasis is placed on the scope and importance of each phase and the necessity of identifying target markets and developing appropriate strategies. Prerequisite: CFAS 210.

CFAS 320. Draping - 3 credits
Students learn how to execute a design from working sketch to a finished garment using draping techniques of fabric on dress form. Prerequisites: CFAS 240 and CFAS 310.

CFAS 401/402. Fashion Buying and Merchandising I/II - 3 credits each
One-year study of the principles of fashion merchandising. Examines budgeting, marketing objectives, volume and profit, merchandise assortment planning, expenditure control, and inventory management. Case studies highlight problems of the fashion marketplace.

CFAS 410. Fashion Design Studio - 3 credits
Advanced pattern making, drafting and construction techniques are studied. Students execute original designs from sketch to finished garments. Each senior submits design for final critiques by professionals in the design field. Garments are displayed in the annual Spring Fashion Show. Prerequisites: ART 115, 119, 201, CFAS 240 and 310.

CFAS 420. Fashion Show Production - 3 credits
Involves the production of a full-scale fashion show featuring student designs and methods of promotion. Prerequisite: Upper level Fashion major or permission of the instructor.

ACFAS 480. Internship - Variable credits
An opportunity for work experience in fashion retailing and design through prearranged jobs. Prerequisite: Upper level qualified Fashion major or permission of the instructor.