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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Birmingham-Southern College Catalog 2015-2016
AN 470 Senior Project in Asian Studies (1)
A research project that demonstrates a student’s ability to investigate a
problem relating to Asia. The research paper required must use scholarly
and, if possible, primary sources, either in translation or in the appropriate
Asian language. Prerequisite: senior standing in Asian Studies.
AR - Art
AR 101 Basic Painting (1)
A studio course dealing with the fundamental principles of oil painting,
accompanied by supplemental exercises aimed at developing elementary
drawing skills. Fall, Spring.
AR 111 Two-Dimensional Design (1)
A studio course emphasizing structural and proportional organization
through problems in line, tonal contrast, and color relationship, employing
a variety of materials. Fall, Spring.
AR 112 Three-Dimensional Design (1)
A studio course emphasizing composition and construction techniques
through a series of three-dimensional projects. Fall, Spring.
AR 131 Printmaking: The Revolution of Media and the Matrix (1)
An exploration of print media as a catalyst in social transformation and
its evolution from a visual object disseminating information to one that is
shared and liked digitally in a global network. Particular emphasis will be
placed on printmaking’s historical and contemporary impact on media and
the art world.
AR 150 Drawing I (1)
A studio course dealing with basic principles of drawing. This course
emphasizes drawing skills and perception. Fall, Spring.
AR 222 Camera Mechanics and Composition (1)
A studio experience investigating the manual controls of the Single Lens
Reflex Camera (SLR), both film and digital, and the aesthetic effects of
those controls and lens options on photographic compositions. The course
introduces rudimentary silver and digital printing techniques, including
scanning options for film images. The course is required for students