Sheridan Course Outlines

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Section I: Administrative Information

Total hours: 36.0
Credit Value: 2.5
Credit Value Notes: N/A
Effective: Winter 2017
Prerequisites: N/A
Corequisites: N/A
Equivalents: N/A
Pre/Co/Equiv Notes: N/A

Program(s): Fine Arts
Program Coordinator(s): N/A
Course Leader or Contact: N/A
Version: 20170109_01
Status: Approved (APPR)

Section I Notes: N/A

Section II: Course Details

Detailed Description
Students examine a chronological history of the visual arts within the context of prehistory to contemporary times. Emphasis is placed on how, art, architecture, functional objects, and new media, provide evidence of the religious beliefs and cultural structures of early civilizations up to the present. Students examine the manner in which art both reflects and shapes history and make connections between themes from the past and the present. They review art terminology and techniques, and, how the making of art contributes to politics, economy and culture. In the online version students investigate topics through lessons, readings, assignments, gallery review, and online discussions.

Program Context

Fine Arts	Program Coordinator(s): N/A
This is a compulsory course in the Fine Arts program.

Course Critical Performance and Learning Outcomes

	Critical Performance:
	By the end of this course, students will have demonstrated the ability to identify major artists and art movements, including the religious, political, moral, and cultural contexts in which works of art and architecture are created.

Learning Outcomes:

To achieve the critical performance, students will have demonstrated the ability to:

Differentiate between historical art periods, from prehistoric to contemporary.
Identify many individual art works and architectural monuments by title, medium, location of origin, and period of production.
Identify the artists name or school of art, prominent artist biographies, and collective art movements.
Use correct terminology, specific to the arts.
Assess the advancements of technology as it impacts art.
Describe public vs. private art.
Describe sacred vs. secular art.
Explain the impact of religion and politics in the shaping of visual art.
Conduct an objective, descriptive analysis of a work of art.
Develop analytical and critical thinking skills in examining visual media.
Utilize research tools and employ them in writing and discussions.
Apply computer skills, using library databases and other research resources.
Interpret new forms, media, and content in art making of the 20th century.
Compare modern through contemporary art to the history of art and society.

Evaluation Plan
Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:

Evaluation Plan: ONLINE

	QUIZZES (6)	35.0%
	ASSIGNMENTS (2)	10.0%
	DISCUSSION BOARDS (5 @ 5%)	25.0%
	MAJOR PROJECT	25.0%
	GALLERY REVIEW	5.0%
	Total	100.0%

Evaluation Plan: IN-CLASS

	TEST #1 (Week 1-5)	25.0%
	TEST #2 (Week 7-11)	20.0%
	ASSIGNMENT #1: Essay	25.0%
	EXERCISES #1 - 4 (5% each)	20.0%
	ATTENDANCE / PARTICIPATION	10.0%
	Total	100.0%

Evaluation Notes and Academic Missed Work Procedure:

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Provincial Context
The course meets the following Ministry of Colleges and Universities requirements:

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
PLAR Contact (if course is PLAR-eligible) - Office of the Registrar
Students may apply to receive credit by demonstrating achievement of the course learning outcomes through previous relevant work/life experience, service, self-study and training on the job. This course is eligible for challenge through the following method(s):

Challenge Exam
Notes:

Section III: Topical Outline

Some details of this outline may change as a result of circumstances such as weather cancellations, College and student activities, and class timetabling.

Print	Instruction Mode	Professor	Applicable Student Group(s)
	In-Class	Multiple Professors	Continuing and Professional Studies
	Online	Multiple Professors	CONTINUING AND PROFESSIONAL STUDIES - Fine Arts Certificate

Sheridan Policies

It is recommended that students read the following policies in relation to course outlines:

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Appropriate use of generative Artificial Intelligence tools: In alignment with Sheridan's Academic Integrity Policy, students should consult with their professors and/or refer to evaluation instructions regarding the appropriate use, or prohibition, of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for coursework. Turnitin AI detection software may be used by faculty members to screen assignment submissions or exams for unauthorized use of artificial intelligence.

Course Outline Changes: The information contained in this Course Outline including but not limited to faculty and program information and course description is subject to change without notice. Nothing in this Course Outline should be viewed as a representation, offer and/or warranty. Students are responsible for reading the Important Notice and Disclaimer which applies to Programs and Courses.

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