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Gwynedd Mercy University 2026-2027 University Catalog
ACC-437
Special Topics
This course provides opportunity to research a current accounting issue under GAAP or IFRS, comparing and
contrasting the handling and application of the account theory and practice.
3.00
ACC-440
Accounting Internship
A 240-hour work experience designed to provide the student with practical application of accounting principles. To be eligible for this internship, a minimum B average in all accounting courses is required as well as permission
by the accounting adviser and the Dean of the School.
6.00
ACC-441
Internship in Public Accounting
A continuation of work experience designed to provide the student with practical application of accounting principles. To be eligible for this internship a minimum " B " average in all accounting courses is requires, as well as
permission by the accounting advisor and the Dean of the School
3.00
ART-100
Basic Drawing
This introductory course in drawing focuses on line, value, perspective, and composition. It includes experiential
drawing from landscape, still life and the figure.
3.00
ART-105
Art Appreciation
This course introduces the origins and historical development of art from prehistoric times to the present day. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of design principles to various art forms including but not limited to sculpture, painting, architecture, photography and printmaking. Upon completion, students should be able to
identify and analyze a variety of artistic styles, periods and media.
3.00
ART-106
Painting I
Art elements, advanced drawing and composition, and color and design theory with studio work in acrylic and oil media receive emphasis in this beginning course, which includes work on still life, landscape, figure, and nonfigurative
compositions.( 2-hour laboratory)
3.00
ART-111
Watercolors
Students learn about various watercolor techniques, color and composition, and design through the painting of
still-life subjects and landscapes.
3.00
ART-115
Art History I
This course introduces works of art from ancient cave paintings to the Renaissance.
3.00
ART-116
Art History II
Works of art from the Renaissance to the present are the focus of study in this course.
3.00
ART-120
Introduction to Traditional Photography
3.00
ART-122
Introduction to Digital Photography
This course is designed to narrow the gap between traditional( film) and digital photography. Through demonstrations and hands-on practice, students will learn the basic concepts and tools of Photoshop. They will also create digital images and develop a working method within a digital photographic context. Cameras are required for this course.
3.00
ART-137
Sculpture
The study of the visual elements of art and how they relate to three-dimensional forms, the course explores many media as a way of exposing the students to the scope of sculpture. Lab Fee.
3.00
ART-205
Modern Art
This course is a chronological survey of the history of modern architecture, sculpture, painting, and graphic arts in Europe and the US. The course begins with Impressionism and moved through the 20th century through Word War II. Emphasis is placed on the interaction between art and society, industry, design, urbanism, war and technology.
3.00
ART-206
Contemporary Art
This course is a continuation of Modern Art. It is a chronological survey of the expansion of forms, media, issues, and participants in the art made in Europe and theUS from the aftermath of World War II to the present. Selected works of painting, sculpture, photography, architecture, performance, and video are examined as stylistic and historical objects addressing art history and theory, popular culture, politics, gender, race and a global culture.
3.00
ART-299
Special Topics
This course allows students to explore an area of art history or participate in a studio art that is not otherwise offered in a regaular course in the catalog.
3.00
ART-437
Special Topics
Course focuses on a medium and approach selected by the instructor.
3.00
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