Revised 10/18
NOVA COLLEGE-WIDE COURSE CONTENT SUMMARY ART 100 – ART APPRECIATION (3 CR.)
Course Description
Introduces art from prehistoric times to the present day. Describe architectural styles, sculpture, photography, printmaking, and painting techniques. Lecture 3 hours per week.
General Course Purpose
ART 100 is a foundation level course that provides the art history major and non-major alike a strong grounding in the formal study of art. The purpose of the course is to develop the student’s recognition and understanding of the history of art and its role in society. Further, the course provides students with learning opportunities that establish a foundation for visual literacy that enhances their critical thinking skills.
Course Prerequisites/Corequisites
None.
Course Objectives
Upon completing the course, the student will be able to:
a. Identify major artists and works of art b. Distinguish art historical periods and recognize their stylistic traits c. Develop a formal vocabulary to describe art d. Recognize the media and techniques used to create a work of art and explain their significance e. Critically evaluate works of art within their historical context
Major Topics to be Included
The survey includes global as well as Western culture, highlighting major artists and key contributions. The course layout may be chronological or thematic.
a. Fundamentals: Form, Media & Processes b. Prehistoric – Ancient Mediterranean c. Art of the Middle Ages d. Art of India, China, Japan, Korea, S.E. Asia e. Art of the Americas f. Art of Africa & the Pacific Islands g. Art of Europe: Renaissance & Baroque h. Art of Europe & America: 18th & 19th C i. Modern Art: lt. 19th & e. 20th C j. Global Contemporary Art: 21st C
The purpose of the course is to develop the student’s recognition and understanding of the history of art and its role in society. Further, the course provides students with learning opportunities that establish a foundation for visual literacy that enhances their critical thinking skills.