Art - Basics (ARTB)

ARTB 2 -  Visual Fundamentals: Two-Dimensional Design  (3 units)  
Letter Grade (LG) or Pass/No Pass (P/NP) •  Total hours: 102 hours studio  
This course offers an introduction to the concepts, applications, and historical references related to two-dimensional art and composition, including the study of the basic principles and elements of line, shape, texture, value, color and spatial illusion. It includes development of a visual vocabulary for creative expression through lecture presentations, studio projects, problem solving, and written assignments. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online. [C-ID ARTS 100]  
Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 1A or ENGL 1AE  
Credit transferable: Transfers to CSU & UC  
GE Credit: MPC C Humanities  

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ARTB 3 -  Visual Fundamentals: Three-Dimensional Design  (3 units)  
Letter Grade (LG) or Pass/No Pass (P/NP) •  Total hours: 102 hours studio  
Introduction to the concepts, applications, and historical references related to three-dimensional design and spatial composition, including the study of the elements and organizing principles of design as they apply to three-dimensional space and form. Development of a visual vocabulary for creative expression through lecture presentations and use of appropriate materials for non-representational three-dimensional studio projects. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online. [C-ID ARTS 101]  
Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 1A or ENGL 1AE  
Credit transferable: Transfers to CSU & UC  
GE Credit: MPC C Humanities  

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ARTB 4 -  Color Fundamentals  (3 units)  
Letter Grade (LG) or Pass/No Pass (P/NP) •  Total hours: 102 hours studio  
A study of the principles, theories, and applications of additive and subtractive color in two dimensions. Topics include major historical and contemporary color systems, production of projects in applied color, and the elements of design as they apply to color. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online. [C-ID ARTS 270]  
Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 1A or ENGL 1AE  
Credit transferable: Transfers to CSU & UC  
GE Credit: MPC C Humanities  

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ARTB 10 -  Survey of the Arts  (3 units)  
Letter Grade (LG) or Pass/No Pass (P/NP) •  Total hours: 51 hours lecture  
In this course, theatre, art, dance, and music are explored through discussion, historical review, and contemporary issues. The course is part of the Elementary Teacher Education pathway, and its purpose is to increase students’ understanding and enjoyment of the arts. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online.  
Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 1A or ENGL 1AE  
Credit transferable: Transfers to CSU & UC  
GE Credit: CSU C1 Arts; IGETC 3A Arts; MPC C Humanities  

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