ART 103 The Art of American Cinema (3.0 Units)
This class traces the development of cinema in America from silent to contemporary films. The course will address the evolution of moving images as an expression of art and meaning.
Lecture Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 104 Film As an Art Form (3.0 Units)
Film as a form of art and its construction as a communicative expression of global culture, politics, literature and gender will be studied. Important films will be viewed that address these topics.
Lecture Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 105 Introduction to Art (3.0 Units)
This course is a general introduction to the visual arts, its nature, vocabulary, media, and history. The course examines the historical and contemporary value of art to both the individual and society. Consideration will also be given to a study of the organization and component parts of visual art and the various media used in the making of art.
Lecture Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 106 Art Concepts (3.0 Units)
This lecture course will introduce students to the creation, theory and history of art. The course will also investigate the impact art has upon our contemporary society.
Lecture Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 107 Art & Life of Greece (3.0 Units)
This course covers ancient Greek art from c 1100 BCE to the 1st Century. Important Greek works of art will be studied that address the historical and cultural context.
Lecture Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 108 Art and Life of Italy (3.0 Units)
This is an illustrated lecture course focusing on the arts of Ancient Rome and the influence Rome had upon the development of the Western culture. This course begins with the role of the Etruscans in the development of the early arts of the Roman Empire and the changes caused by the influence of Christianity.
Lecture Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 109 Survey of African American Art (3.0 Units)
This course will survey the arts of the African peoples in diaspora from traditional African arts to contemporary times. Focus will be on identification of artists, art styles within their historical, cultural, political framework, influences and exploration of aesthetic preferences.
Lecture Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 110 Introduction to the Arts of Africa (3.0 Units)
This course will introduce the major concepts and themes central to the study of art from the African continent. No prerequisite.
Lecture Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to CSU only
ART 111 History of Contemporary Art (3.0 Units)
This course provides an overview of art and architecture from the Western modern period of the 19th and 20th centuries. .
Recommended Preparation: ART 101
Lecture Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 112 Design I (3.0 Units)
This course will focus on the basics of design utilizing the principles and practices involved in the production of art forms.
Lecture Hours: 36.0; Lab Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 113 Design II (3.0 Units)
ART 114 Color Theory (3.0 Units)
Students will study color theory and its use in the creation of art. C-ID ARTS 270.
Lecture Hours: 36.0; Lab Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 115 Water-Based Media (3.0 Units)
This is an introductory course in water-based media with an emphasis in foundational painting techniques including color theory, visual perception, compostition and creative skills.
Recommended Preparation: ART-125
Lecture Hours: 36.0; Lab Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 120 Acrylic Painting I (3.0 Units)
ART 121 Acrylic Painting II (3.0 Units)
ART 122 Beginning Figure Drawing (3.0 Units)
An introductory figure drawing course that explores the study of the human figure from a model. Composition and structural aspects of gesture, line, and volume on a beginning level are investigated through study of the human figure. Study will utilize basic art media and foundational drawing concepts. Recommended Preparation: ART 125 or ART 126. C-ID ARTS 200.
Lecture Hours: 36.0; Lab Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 123 Intermediate Figure Drawing (3.0 Units)
An intermediate figure drawing course that builds upon the further exploration of life drawing skills. The course will emphasize an accurate analysis of anatomy, essential structure, and the continued use of drawing materials. Recommended preparation: ART 122 or ART 125 or ART 126. C-ID ARTS 205. .
Lecture Hours: 36.0; Lab Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 124 Advanced Figure Drawing (3.0 Units)
ART 125 Drawing I (3.0 Units)
This course introduces the basic principles and techniques of drawing. Students will develop observational skills and creative thinking as it relates to beginning drawing. , UC
Recommended Preparation: ART 112
Lecture Hours: 36.0; Lab Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 126 Intermediate Drawing (3.0 Units)
This course is a review of essential concepts of drawing and the development of intermediate-level drawing skills. The focus of instruction will be on the development of an individual thematic approach to drawing and study of complex subject matter, advanced compositional concerns, and a variety of drawing media. ART 125. .
Recommended Preparation: ART 125
Lecture Hours: 36.0; Lab Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 128 Special Topics Art (1-5 Units)
These courses are designed to permit investigation in depth of topics not covered by regular catalog offerings. Course content, hours, and unit credit to be determined by the instructor in relation to community/students interest and/or available staff. May be offered as a seminar, lecture, or laboratory class. Individual course descriptions approved by the Curriculum Committee are on file in Office of Instruction.
Lecture Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to CSU only
ART 129 Independent Study (1-5 Units)
These courses are designed to permit investigation in depth of topics not covered by regular catalog offerings. Course content, hours, and unit credit to be determined by the instructor in relation to community/students interest and/or available staff. May be offered as a seminar, lecture, or laboratory class. Individual course descriptions approved by the Curriculum Committee are on file in Office of Instruction. .
Lecture Hours: 18.0
Transfer: Transfers to CSU only
ART 0138 Noncredit Work Experience Education Art (0.0 Units)
Work Experience Education is a key element of Victor Valley College's comprehensive approach to career development. This is a non-credit course which helps students gain valuable on-the-job work experience while providing practical education, best practices in professional development, and academic guidance through the course of their work opportunity. The combination of practical experience and curricular development empowers students to be more competitive, efficient and valuable employees upon completion of this program and/or their academic program trajectory. Students may utilize their present work sites.
Transfer: Not transferable
ART 140 Introduction to Video Art (3.0 Units)
This course covers the fundamental elements of creating and editing video using computer technology. Students will be taught how to use computer software to create dynamic visual content as it relates to artistic expression.
Lecture Hours: 36.0; Lab Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to CSU only
ART 141 Sculpture I (3.0 Units)
ART 143 Sculpture 2 (3.0 Units)
This course will present skill sets which enable students to express themselves further in three dimensional forms. Materials may include paper, wire, water and oil based clay. The historical and contemporary contexts of three dimensional art will also be covered. .
Lecture Hours: 36.0; Lab Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to CSU only
ART 150 Oil Painting I (3.0 Units)
This is an introductory course in the fundamentals of oil painting. , UC
Recommended Preparation: ART 125
Lecture Hours: 36.0; Lab Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 151 Intermediate Oil Painting (3.0 Units)
This is an intermediate course in oil painting. The student will be encouraged to expand on their existing technical vocabulary and further their knowledge of the historical and contemporary media and materials available to this discipline. Readings from contemporary and historical artists will be assigned as necessary.
Lecture Hours: 36.0; Lab Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 170 Fiber Arts 1 (3.0 Units)
Introduction to basic materials, methods and vocabulary used in fiber and textile media and the development of visual ideas that reflect aesthetic decision-making outcomes. Students will be exposed to the historical importance of how fibers reflect political, religious and cultural identities. .
Lecture Hours: 36.0; Lab Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 180 Ceramics I (3.0 Units)
This is an introductory study in the field of ceramics. Students learn various forming techniques, such as wheel throwing, and the production of functional pottery forms. Recommended Prep. ART 141. .
Recommended Preparation: ART 141
Lecture Hours: 36.0; Lab Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU
ART 181 Ceramics II (3.0 Units)
This is an intermediate-level course that pursues the ceramic process ranging from sculpture to pottery. A continued study of techniques such as decorating, glazing procedures, intermediate hand building and wheel throwing will be included in the investigation of self-expression. Recommended Prep: Art 180 Ceramics I, Art 141 Sculpture I, Art 113 Design II. .
Recommended Preparation: ART 113
Lecture Hours: 36.0; Lab Hours: 54.0
Transfer: Transfers to both UC/CSU