VAFA201 Special Topics in 2D
Department of Arts and Communication: Visual Arts
- I. Course Number and Title
- VAFA201 Special Topics in 2D
- II. Number of Credits
- 3 credits
- III. Number of Instructional Minutes
- 4050
- IV. Prerequisites
- VAFA100 or VAFA101
- Corequisites
- None
- V. Other Pertinent Information
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This course is repeatable.
Students are expected to work outside of class time on homework assignments. Students will need to purchase materials and supplies. Students must submit a final portfolio for faculty review visually demonstrating an understanding of the semester's course work.
- VI. Catalog Course Description
- This studio course focuses on advanced techniques in two-dimensional media. Specific topics for exploration will vary by semester.
- VII. Required Course Content and Direction
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Course Learning Goals
Students will:
- exercise safe use of materials;
- identify vocabulary and trends associated with selected topic;
- apply compositional knowledge and skills through various analyses and/or exercises; and
- create pieces that incorporate the course topic.
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Planned Sequence of Topics and/or Learning Activities
See course syllabus. Topics are selected by faculty and subject to change by semester.
Each semester will cover the following:
- History of the topic
- Theory(s) within the topical field
- Methodology/approaches to the topic
- Application of topical concepts to practice
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Assessment Methods for Course Learning Goals
- Projects are assessed through critiques, based on the successful conceptualization, design, execution, and completion of specific assignments.
- Individual meetings with instructor are held to assess students' overall progress, artistic growth, and safe practices.
- Additional evaluative tools may include one or more of the following: performance-based tasks, discussions, exercises, written assignments, research-based reports, presentations, online activities, quizzes and/or exams.
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Reference, Resource, or Learning Materials to be used by Student:
Digital images and technology as selected by instructor are incorporated. See course syllabus.
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New: 2/2026