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WNC Catalog 2007-2008: Art 208
Course Description and Outline


ART 208: Fiber Arts


2007-2008
Credits 3
Schedule of Classes Schedule History
(See when this course was offered over the last 3 years)
Academic Discipline Art
Academic Division Communications and Fine Arts
Prerequisites none
Transfer Information Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
Programs of Study This course can be found in the following programs of study:
I : Catalog Course Description
Introduction to fiber based techniques and concepts including contemporary uses of quilting and fabric dyes, among other techniques, as a fine art form.
II : Course Objectives
  1. Created and exhibited a cohesive body of work
  2. Documented that work appropriately
  3. Written an artist's statement
  4. Gained a working knowledge of the contemporary art world, including galleries, museums, and higher education
III : Course Linkage
Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

Analysis

• demonstrate knowledge of appropriate critical thinking skills
• use appropriate problem solving skills
• use appropriate principles of reasoning and decision-making

Personal Development

• demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use effective and efficient learning skills
• develop creative capacities

Community Commitment

• have participated in at least one cultural or artistic activity
• appreciate the value and importance of the vital role of the fine arts and humanities in the development of cultural values.

Sections II and III were prepared on November 21, 2006. Please contact the Communications and Fine Arts division for more information.
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