SYLLABUS

ART 220, Sculpture Survey I (CRN 21062) Spring 2018 - E. C. Hale II

I. Art 220, Sculpture Survey I. Three credit hours.

II. Prerequisites: Art 101, 153, 164

III. Course Description: Provides an introduction to basic sculpture problems, approaches, and techniques. Course problems are set in additive, substitutive, and subtractive techniques.

IV. Texts and Materials: No text. Tools and supplies as directed by the instructor.

V. Objectives - General:

1. To foster an understanding of basic sculptural techniques through experience with modeling, carving, casting and assembling forms.

Objectives - Specific:

1. To introduce the student to the visual and technical problems of modeling sculptural forms, especially those relating to the figure.

2. To introduce the student to the expressive/communicative aspects of sculpture.

3. To introduce the student to the critical and evaluative aspects of sculpture.

VI. Activities and/or Procedures (in no particular order):

1. Direct modeling of clay.

2. Taking a mold from a clay relief and making a plaster cast.

3. Modeling a clay head over an armature.

4. Making a waste mold from the head and producing a plaster cast.

5. Working directly in plaster over a wire mesh armature.

6. Make a stone carving.

8. Quizzes may be given after the lecture/demonstrations of various techniques.

9. Research papers or book reports may be required.

VII. Course Calendar: See attached calendar.

VIII. Course Requirements: Completion of all assignments, tests and quizzes given is necessary for a passing grade. The student may be required to attend art exhibits and lectures outside of normal class time. The student must provide him/herself with materials and equipment as directed by the instructor. Studio time outside of scheduled class meetings is required.

IX. Attendance Policy: The Art Department's attendance policy is in effect. Its major provision; 10% absences (excused or not) automatically result in an "F". For specifics, see below.

X. Evaluation: Sculpture assignments will be evaluated by critique session. Students must participate in critiques. Each assignment will be evaluated in terms of the specific problem/project and general art criteria. Each project will have essentially equal weight in determining the course grade unless otherwise noted by the instructor. Any book reports, quizzes, tests and papers assigned will be factors in determining the course grade. Relative weight given to these will be determined by the instructor. See the attached “Grading Method” sheet.

 

STUDENTS WILL BE EXPECTED TO PROVIDE THEMSELVES WITH A BASIC SET OF HAND TOOLS AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT AS THE INSTRUCTOR DIRECTS. STUDENTS NOT PROPERLY EQUIPPED (MATERIALS/TOOLS) WILL BE COUNTED AS ABSENT EVEN THOUGH THEY MAY BE PHYSICALLY PRESENT.

 

STUDENTS WILL PAY A STUDIO FEE TO COVER EXPENDABLE MATERIALS.

 

Department of Art & Design Attendance Policy

Attendance: Students are expected to attend class and actively participate in all aspects of the learning process. This includes class discussions, written work, and in-class activities. National and local studies have shown a direct correlation between attendance and grade performance. Therefore, attendance is considered mandatory.

Students who miss more than 10% of the regularly scheduled class meetings due to unexcused absences are subject to failing the course.

For example: Students enrolled in classes that meet 2 times a week may not exceed 3 unexcused absences for the semester.

For the purposes of this course, "excused absences" include verifiable medical or family emergencies, University approved activities (accompanied by a University excuse), illness (yours or a family member’s), and other absences as outlined in the University’s “Student Absence from Class” policy. Students should be prepared to document the reasons for the absence. Students whose absences are not excused will not normally be allowed to make up tests, quizzes, and/or assignments. Students who anticipate having a high number of excused absences should contact their instructor as soon as the situation arises so that they can make arrangements for how to handle missed class time.

Late arrival or early departures from class that are unexcused will be considered in the tabulation of absences as well.

 

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If you believe you need an accommodation and are not registered with the CSA, please contact CSA in 361 Whitlock Building by email at accessibility@eku.edu or by telephone at (859) 622-2933.

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Additionally, pregnancy accompanied by a medical condition(s), which causes a similar substantial limitation, may also be considered under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA).

Upon individual request, this syllabus can be made available in an alternative format.

 

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Academic Integrity Statement

Academic Integrity (AI) is a fundamental value for the Eastern Kentucky University community of students, faculty, and staff. It should be clearly understood that academic dishonesty and incidents of academic dishonesty will have serious consequences. Anyone who knowingly assists in any form of academic dishonesty shall be considered as responsible as the student who accepts such assistance and shall be subject to the same sanctions. Academic dishonesty can occur in different forms, some of which include cheating, plagiarism, and fabrication

 

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