VAFA105 3-D Design Materials/Modeling
Department of Arts and Communication: Visual Arts
- I. Course Number and Title
- VAFA105 3-D Design Materials/Modeling
- II. Number of Credits
- 3 credits
- III. Number of Instructional Minutes
- 4050
- IV. Prerequisites
- VAFA102 (C or better) or permission of the Arts Department
- Corequisites
- None
- V. Other Pertinent Information
- Students are expected to work outside of class each week under the supervision of a Lab Assistant. Students complete a minimum of three (3) well-conceived and well-crafted sculptures. There is a studio supply cost for this course. Safe shop practices are emphasized.
- VI. Catalog Course Description
- This course combines the study and examination of process-based forms and figurative based-forms. Students are introduced to drawing and modeling the human body. Students are introduced to various tools, materials, and techniques in the application of design to tactile forms in space.
- VII. Required Course Content and Direction
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Course Learning Goals
Students will:
- employ the technical skills of sculpture while exploring form in space;
- develop a technical proficiency with the tools and techniques of modeling clay, mold-making, and casting;
- apply the elements and principles of design as they pertain to sculptural composition; and
- analyze visual solutions through critical assessment using appropriate vocabulary.
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Planned Sequence of Topics and/or Learning Activities
- additive modeling process based on the human form using various materials
- subtractive modeling process, employing techniques, such as carving
- explore ideas through model making and drawing
- explore the use of various finishing materials
- create sculptural molds and make casts
- demonstrate safe shop practice, while using manual hand tools and power tools
- use appropriate vocabulary to evaluate and critique personal work and that of their peers
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Assessment Methods for Course Learning Goals
- Works are assessed through critiques, based on the successful conceptualization, design, execution, and completion of specific assignments.
- Individual meetings with instructor are held to assess students' overall progress, artistic growth, and safe practices.
- Additional evaluative tools may include one or more of the following: performance-based tasks, discussions, exercises, written assignments, research-based reports, presentations, online activities, quizzes and/or exams.
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Reference, Resource, or Learning Materials to be used by Student:
Digital images and technology as selected by instructor are incorporated. See course syllabus.
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Review/Approval Date - 12/04; Revised 6/09; Revised 4/2012; New Core 8/2015;Revised: 5/20/24