Course Details
Course Information Package
| Course Unit Title | DESIGN AND MATERIALS II | ||||||||
| Course Unit Code | AART116 | ||||||||
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| Number of ECTS credits allocated | 6 | ||||||||
| Learning Outcomes of the course unit | By the end of the course, the students should be able to:
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| Mode of Delivery | Face-to-face | ||||||||
| Prerequisites | NONE | Co-requisites | NONE | ||||||
| Recommended optional program components | NONE | ||||||||
| Course Contents | The exploration moves through a variety of different materials and techniques. Projects will include the use of collage and montage, the use of materials for relief work, construction of objects using unconventional materials, techniques of casting and mould-making, transformation of 2D drawings into 3D objects and the use of recycled materials. Topics are selected by faculty and students to reflect their artistic concerns, and provide sufficient knowledge in particular skills aiming to express individual visual ideas. Key points are stresses as followed: Development of 2D drawing to the 3D experience. Brainstorming strategies, analytical, research and methodological skills, further development of principles of drawing, composition and use of diverse techniques and media. Emphasis on development of critical thinking and working processes of 2D fundamental towards the 3D principles through experimentation and research. Implementation of principles of Design and 3D Visual Arts: Straightening understanding in the theoretical Design principles and their practical applications. Exploring the 3D qualities of Form, Materials, Spacious Values, Texture, Colour and Shape through various Art and Design references, techniques and mixed media applications. Conceptual development in relation to context: Relating art principles to wider notions and concerns through the exploration of individual artistic means of expression and practice. Research into contemporary art issues. Stressing importance and pushing forward ways of understanding, analysing and critically reflecting on art issues and concerns both theoretically and practically. Integration of theory, analysis, exploration and innovation: Implementing ways of producing interesting associations, ideas and concepts, through interesting use of artistic language, theoretical references and innovative processes. Development of Technique, Skills and Expression: Demonstrating and applying techniques in the use of materials and diverse media, developing practical and theoretical skills and suggesting ways through tutorials, presentations and given exercises to develop expressional means and interesting visual language. Studio Work: Studio work is carried out involving the whole group and takes place within the whole spectrum of the duration of the course as this is allocated on the weekly schedule. Studio work also includes interim and final critiques | ||||||||
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| Planned learning activities and teaching methods | Extended project briefings. Presentations (audio and visual). Practical workshops. Exercises. Illustrated lectures and group critiques. Personal tutorials. Group tutorials. Personal research, realization and manipulation in project work. Continuous evaluation and assessment. Extended references and bibliography. | ||||||||
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| Language of instruction | English | ||||||||
| Work placement(s) | NO | ||||||||
