HUMN 1210 - Introduction to the Arts

Credit Hours: 3.00

Objectives: During the course, students will:

1. Define concepts and terminology, including:
   1. Line.
   2. Shape.
   3. Value.
   4. Color.
   5. Rhythm.
   6. Texture.
   7. Space.
   8. Emphasis.
   9. Form.
2. Distinguish between the various mediums utilized in sculpture, drawing, prints, and painting.
3. Applying the above concepts and terminology, objectively critique various works of art.
   1. Discuss how the medium contributes to a work of art.
   2. Discuss the cultural significance of the works.

Outcome 2: Upon completion of this course, the student will able to analyze a music performance.

Objectives: During the course, students will:

1. Define concepts and terminology, including:
   1. Melody.
   2. Rhythm.
   3. Dynamics.
   4. Timbre.
   5. Texture.
   6. Tonality.
2. Applying the above concepts and terminology, objectively critique a music performance.

Outcome 3: Upon completion of this course, the student will able to analyze local architecture.

Objectives: During the course, students will utilize the elements of art, the concepts of art, and architectural terminology to:

1. Discuss concepts and apply terminology in support of the structural aspects of local architecture.
2. Discuss concepts and apply terminology in support of the aesthetic aspects of local architecture.
3. Discuss concepts and apply terminology in support of how specific local examples of architecture fit into their surroundings.
4. Discuss concepts and apply terminology in support of the historical style references within specific local examples of architecture.

Outcome 4: Upon completion of this course, the student will able to analyze theater and film.

Objectives: During the course, students will:

1. Discuss concepts and terminology, including:
   1. Type of organization.
   2. Character types.
   3. Characteristics of the characters.
   4. Foreshadowing.
   5. Dramatic question.
   6. Exposition.
   7. Complications.
   8. Denouement.
   9. Aspects of the mise en scene.
   10. Musical reinforcement.
   11. Focus.
   12. Continuity.
   13. Pacing.
2. Applying the above concepts and terminology, objectively critique a film.

Outcome 5: Upon completion of this course, the student will able to make connections between the various disciplines of art.

Objectives: During the course, students will:

1. Identify major artistic styles and periods.
2. Discuss the cultural significance of the arts.

• Communication: The graduate can communicate effectively for the intended purpose and audience.
• Critical Thinking: The graduate can make informed decisions after analyzing information or evidence related to the issue.
• Global Literacy: The graduate can analyze human behavior or experiences through cultural, social, political, or economic perspectives.
• Information Literacy: The graduate can responsibly use information gathered from a variety of formats in order to complete a task.
• Quantitative Reasoning: The graduate can apply quantitative methods or evidence to solve problems or make judgments.
• Scientific Literacy: The graduate can produce or interpret scientific information presented in a variety of formats.

1. Elements of Art
2. Music
3. Visual Arts
4. Theater
5. Film