2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin - NMU Bulletin

AD 495 Special Topics in Art and Design 1-4 cr.

• Offered: On demand
• Prerequisites: Junior standing and instructor's permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A course providing art and design experiences not emphasized in regular course offerings.

Notes:

May be repeated if topic differs.

AD 492 Internship in Art and Design 1-4 cr.

• Offered: On demand
• Graded: S/U
• Prerequisites: 160, AD 175, AD 270, AD 303, GPA 2.7, junior standing and approval of the major professor.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

The object of this course is to provide Art and Design majors with professional work experience in their chosen area of concentration.

AD 485 Foundations: Theories and Practices 4 cr.

• Offered: Fall Winter
• Prerequisites: AD 270.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Utilizing a range of analytical and practical frameworks this course includes an intensive examination of the methods, production, values, philosophies and theories surrounding art and design. 

AD 450 Studio Practice 2-4 cr.

• Offered: On demand
• Prerequisites: Junior standing and department head permission. Open only to those students who, through transfer or departmental evaluation, do not have enough credits for graduation from a particular area of studio concentration.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A course arranged by contract with the instructor of a particular studio concentration.

AD 434A Computer Art: Advanced Studio 4 cr.

• Offered: Winter, odd numbered years
• Prerequisites: AD 303 or concurrent enrollment, AD 334A or AD 334B, or instructor permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Development of concepts and methods for computer art with a focus on portfolio development. Topics may include advanced animation, experimental animation, scripting, game development, motion capture, digital sculpting, and advanced rendering with emphasis on creative exploration.

AD 424B Woodworking: Seating and Complex Joinery 4 cr.

• Offered: Winter, odd numbered years
• Prerequisites: AD 303 or concurrent enrollment, AD 324A or AD 324B, or instructor permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Continued development of a professional portfolio. Emphasis is placed on the application of ideology and theory while maintaining a close attention to design, process, and concept of chair construction.

AD 423A Metalsmithing/Sculpture: Seminar 4 cr.

• Offered: Winter, odd numbered years
• Prerequisites: AD 303 or concurrent enrollment, AD 323A or AD 323B, or instructor permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Production of a group of artwork focusing on multi-media assemblage, found objects and combined technologies.

AD 422A Ceramics Seminar: Design Practices 4 cr.

• Offered: Winter, odd numbered years
• Prerequisites: AD 303 or concurrent enrollment, AD 322A or AD 322B, or instructor permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Production of a body of work that supports the student’s personal concern for form supported by ideological and theoretical sources. Individual solutions for construction and finishing are stressed with a focus on current trends and issues in ceramics.

AD 420A Drawing/Painting: Seminar I 4 cr.

• Offered: Winter, even numbered years
• Prerequisites: AD 303 or concurrent enrollment, AD 320A or AD 320B, or instructor permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Students will plan, research, and execute self-driven projects. The content of these projects will follow consistent and coherent themes determined by the student. Content will be supported by readings, discussions, critiques, and supported exposure to professional opportunities in the field.

AD 419A Illustration: Advanced Studio I 4 cr.

• Offered: Winter, even numbered years
• Prerequisites: AD 303 or concurrent enrollment, AD 319A or AD 319B, or instructor's permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Development of conceptual and problem-solving abilities within the framework of varied commercial situations, while encouraging personal artistic voice. Ideation, research, and the professional practice of an illustrator are emphasized.