Applied Design (ARAD)
Courses in Studio Art - Applied Design Track (ARAD)
ARAD 3301 Introduction to Blacksmithing
Prerequisites: ARST 2315 and ARST 3360. This course will focus on basic blacksmithing techniques such as how to light a coal fire, connecting multiple pieces of stock using traditional blacksmithing processes, basic forging skills and a working knowledge of how to properly operate all equipment in the studio. (3 credit hours)
ARAD 3302 Introduction to Jewelry and Metalsmithing
Prerequisites: ARST 2315 and ARST 3360. This course will teach basic metalsmithing and jewelry making techniques. Craftsmanship and problem solving will be strongly emphasized. Students will expand their ability to effectively speak about their work and evaluate the work of others. (3 credit hours)
ARAD 3303 Introduction to Furniture Design
Prerequisites: ARST 1310 and ARST 2315. A beginning course in the fundamentals of furniture design and construction. Students will design multiple furniture items and develop working drawings and scale models; learn basic material selection; and employ appropriate wood joinery and finishing. The course will require the use of hand and power tools while constructing a basic freestanding bench and table. (3 credit hours)
ARAD 3305 Surface Design
Prerequisites: ARST 2315 and ARST 3312. This course is designed to teach surface design techniques on fabric and other fiber surfaces used in production fibers. Students will develop surface design techniques including but not limited to the use of stamping, silk screening basics, discharge dyes, fabric paint, beading, stitchery, and collage. (3 credit hours)
ARAD 3306 Introduction to Weaving
Prerequisites: ARST 2315 and ARST 3312. This course will teach basic off-loom and loom weaving techniques. Students will learn the basic steps in the weaving process, selection of yarns, reading pattern drafts and finishing techniques. A historical perspective of weaving will be included along with research of fiber artists. (3 credit hours)
ARAD 3307 Functional Ceramic Techniques and Technology
Prerequisite: ARST 3351. This course focuses on the exploration of functional ceramics through a variety of advanced forming and finishing techniques to assist with a production oriented studio methodology. By using traditional based processes, students will build a greater proficiency in ceramic firing, and clay and glaze technology for functional ware. (3 credit hours)
ARAD 3308 Ceramic Design
Prerequisite: ARAD 3307. This course focuses on technical and professional skills needed to maintain a crafts studio. Glazing and firing proficiency specific for an active production studio will be explored. This research experience will provide students the background for what is needed to become a working craftsperson in the ceramic field. The course will be a concentrated investigation of craft theory and self- initiated projects to build a personal approach to utilitarian ceramics. (3 credit hours)
ARAD 4301 Intermediate Blacksmithing
Prerequisite: ARAD 3301. This course will explore the many possibilities of what blacksmithing can be in contemporary forge work. An emphasis will be placed on the use of traditional techniques whenever possible. Various hot forging methods, fabrication processes, welding and limited use of machining methods will be explored. (3 credit hours)
ARAD 4302 Intermediate Jewelry and Metalsmithing
Prerequisite: ARAD 3303. This course will explore the creative potential of jewelry and metalsmithing through traditional and non-traditional techniques. Emphasis will be placed on craftsmanship, complex soldering operations and mechanical joining as well as sheetmetal forming and wire forging. Surface embellishment and a variety of finishing techniques will be used to create distinctive final pieces. (3 credit hours)
ARAD 4303 Case Furniture Design and Construction
Prerequisite: ARAD 3303. An advanced course in furniture design and construction. Students will be introduced to basic wood box and cabinet design and construction. Students will design multiple furniture items and develop working drawings and scale models, practice appropriate material selection; and employ complex wood joinery and finishing. The course will require the use of hand and power tools while constructing a free standing shelving unit and a wall mounted or free standing cabinet with doors and drawers. (3 credit hours)
ARAD 4304 Complex Furniture Design and Construction
Prerequisite: ARAD 4303. An advanced course in complex furniture design and construction. Students will be introduced to ergonomic considerations in the design and construction of a chair. Students will develop working drawings and a scale model; practice appropriate material selection; and employ complex wood joinery and appropriate finishing. The course will require the use of hand and power tools while constructing a chair of unique or historical design integrating at least one material in addition to wood. (3 credit hours)
ARAD 4306 Intermediate Weaving
Prerequisite: ARAD 3306. This course will include multi-harness loom weaving techniques. Students will learn advanced weaving processes, selection of yarns, reading and designing pattern drafts and finishing techniques. Use of computer-assisted draft designs and weaving on a compu-dobby production loom will be included in this course. A historical perspective of weaving will be included along with research of fiber artists. (3 credit hours)
ARAD 4307 Ceramics Studio Practice
Prerequisite: ARAD 3308. This course will allow students to concentrate on the production of a body of functional ceramics. This approach will enable students to create a personal body of work and documented portfolio that is applicable for the consumer market. Within this continued research, students will generate and exhibit an independent studio practice and work ethic that will sustain craftsmanship and creative development while refining efficiency and focus on a mature line of marketable work. (3 credit hours)
ARST 4397 Capstone: Studio Art
This course provides the capstone experience for senior art studio majors. Course includes career analysis, gallery portfolio presentation, photographing art, packing and shipping art, a mock interview or a project proposal presentation and the development of a resume, an artist statement and a gallery talk. (3 credit hours)
ARAD 4398, 4698 Applied Design Internship
Prerequisite: Departmental approval. This experience will provide students with a supervised, practical experience to put into practice the skills learned in the academic setting. It will develop aspects of the art profession appropriately learned in real work situations. It will provide an opportunity for art students to work under the supervision of a professional artist. (3 or 6 credit hours)