Lamar State College Port Arthur 2016-2017 Catalog Revised 9-13-16
ARTS 1304 Art History II........................... 3:3:0
A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts of the visual arts from the 14th century to the present day. Primarily an examination of Western painting, sculpture, architecture and related visual arts from the early Renaissance to the present.
ARTS 1311 Design I.................................. 3:3:0
An introduction to the fundamental terminology, concepts, theory, and application of two dimensional design creating a visual interpretation of cultural expression.
ARTS 1312 Design II................................. 3:3:0
An introduction to the fundamental terminology, concepts, theory, and application of three dimensional design in creating a visual interpretation of cultural expression.
ARTS 1316 Drawing I............................... 3:2:4
A foundation studio course exploring drawing with emphasis on descriptive, expressive and conceptual approaches. Students will learn to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques which promote the appreciation of cultural expression. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will engage in critical analysis and begin to develop their understanding of drawing as a discipline.
ARTS 1317 Drawing II.............................. 3:2:4
A studio course exploring drawing with continued emphasis on descriptive, expressive and conceptual approaches. Students will further develop the ability to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques which promote the appreciation of cultural expression. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will employ critical analysis to broaden their understanding of drawing as a discipline. Prerequisite( s): ARTS 1316.
ARTS 2311 Design III................................ 3:3:0
Elements and principles of arts using two and three dimensional concepts Prerequisite( s): ARTS 1311 or ARTS 1312.
ARTS 2316 Painting I................................ 3:2:4
Exploration of ideas using painting media and techniques, creating a visual interpretation of cultural expression leading to an appreciation of works of the human imagination.
ARTS 2317 Painting II............................... 3:2:4
Further exploration of ideas using painting media and techniques creating a visual interpretation of cultural expression leading to an appreciation of works of the human imagination.
Prerequisite( s): ARTS 2316. ARTS 2323 Life Drawing I........................ 3:2:4
Basic study of the human form. Prerequisite( s): ARTS 1317.
ARTS 2348 Digital Art I............................. 3:3:0
Studio art courses that explore the potential of the computer hardware and software medium for their visual, conceptual, and practical uses in the visual arts which express the human condition across cultures.
ARTS 2349 Digital Art II............................. 3:3:0
Studio art courses that further explores the potential of the computer hardware and software medium for their visual, conceptual, and practical uses in the visual arts.
( BCIS) Business Computer Information Systems
BCIS 1305 Business Computer Applications............................................... 3:2:4
Students will study computer terminology, hardware, and software related to the business environment. The focus of this course is on business productivity software applications and professional behavior in computing, including word processing( as needed), spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, and business-oriented utilization of the internet.
( BUSI) Business
BUSI 1301 Business Principles................ 3:3:0
This course provides a survey of economic systems, forms of business ownership, and considerations for running a business. Students will learn various aspects of business, management, and leadership functions; organizational considerations; and decision-making processes. Financial topics are introduced, including accounting, money and banking, and securities markets. Also included are discussions of business challenges in the legal and regulatory environment, business ethics, social responsibility, and international business. Emphasized is the dynamic role of business in everyday life. Prerequisite( s): TSI complete in reading.( See Placement Guidelines, page 18).
( BIOL) Biology
BIOL 1322 Nutrition & Diet Therapy......... 3:3:0
This course introduces general nutritional concepts in health and disease and includes practical
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