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Year Course ID Course
2025-2026 ART 230

Photography

In this introductory photography course, students will explore the art and science of capturing images through a hands-on, experiential approach. This course includes, but is not limited to basic camera operations, lighting, image editing, digital workflow, and photo montage. Through a series of creative assignments, in-class discussions, and critical reflections, students are invited to explore the aesthetic, semiotic, and ethical aspects of photography as a way of worldmaking, and what it means to be an image maker in contemporary society.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 ART 230

Photography

In this introductory photography course, students will explore the art and science of capturing images through a hands-on, experiential approach. This course includes, but is not limited to basic camera operations, lighting, image editing, digital workflow, and photo montage. Through a series of creative assignments, in-class discussions, and critical reflections, students are invited to explore the aesthetic, semiotic, and ethical aspects of photography as a way of worldmaking, and what it means to be an image maker in contemporary society.

Course Credits: 3
2024-2025 ART 231

Foundations of Animation

An introduction to the foundational principles and practices of animation. While students will focus on 2D animation in frequent practical exercises, their acquired skills and theory will be foundational for doing 3D animation. This course is a prerequisite for any subsequent animation courses.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ART 181 or 182; ART 211 or 212; ART 250.
Cross-listed: GAME 231
2025-2026 ART 231

Foundations of Animation

An introduction to the foundational principles and practices of animation. While students will focus on 2D animation in frequent practical exercises, their acquired skills and theory will be foundational for doing 3D animation. This course is a prerequisite for any subsequent animation courses.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 ART 231

Foundations of Animation

An introduction to the foundational principles and practices of animation. While students will focus on 2D animation in frequent practical exercises, their acquired skills and theory will be foundational for doing 3D animation. This course is a prerequisite for any subsequent animation courses.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ART 181 or 182; ART 211 or 212; ART 250
Cross-listed: GAME 231
2024-2025 ART 232

Foundations of 3D Graphics

An introduction to the foundational principles and practices of 3D computer animation. Working in a lab setting, students will develop the basic conceptual and technical tools necessary to create and modify elements for game development. This course is a prerequisite for any subsequent animation courses.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): GAME/ART 231.
Cross-listed: GAME 232
2025-2026 ART 232

Foundations of 3D Graphics

An introduction to the foundational principles and practices of 3D computer animation. Working in a lab setting, students will develop the basic conceptual and technical tools necessary to create and modify elements for game development. This course is a prerequisite for any subsequent animation courses.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 ART 232

Foundations of 3D Graphics

An introduction to the foundational principles and practices of 3D computer animation. Working in a lab setting, students will develop the basic conceptual and technical tools necessary to create and modify elements for game development. This course is a prerequisite for any subsequent animation courses.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): GAME/ART 231
Cross-listed: GAME 232
2024-2025 ART 237

History of Western Art

An introductory survey inviting students, as a mode of inquiry, to explore, examine, analyze and appreciate specific historical visual images, sculptural objects, and architectural structures. It traces thematically and chronologically some of the major developments that have influenced both western and eastern cultures from prehistoric cave painting to the 15th century. Students employ historical means and methods (notably artworks as important historical documents complementing written texts) to question, in a systematic and rigorous way, and to interpret the ways in which particular works of art participate in the social, political, economic, religious and cultural climates of which they have been an integral part learning.

Course Credits: 3
2025-2026 ART 237

History of Western Art

An introductory survey inviting students, as a mode of inquiry, to explore, examine, analyze and appreciate specific historical visual images, sculptural objects, and architectural structures. It traces thematically and chronologically some of the major developments that have influenced both western and eastern cultures from prehistoric cave painting to the 15th century. Students employ historical means and methods (notably artworks as important historical documents complementing written texts) to question, in a systematic and rigorous way, and to interpret the ways in which particular works of art participate in the social, political, economic, religious and cultural climates of which they have been an integral part learning.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 ART 237

History of Western Art

An introductory survey inviting students, as a mode of inquiry, to explore, examine, analyze and appreciate specific historical visual images, sculptural objects, and architectural structures. It traces thematically and chronologically some of the major developments that have influenced both western and eastern cultures from prehistoric cave painting to the 15th century. Students employ historical means and methods (notably artworks as important historical documents complementing written texts) to question, in a systematic and rigorous way, and to interpret the ways in which particular works of art participate in the social, political, economic, religious and cultural climates of which they have been an integral part learning.

Course Credits: 3
2024-2025 ART 238

History of Western Art II

An introductory survey inviting students, as a mode of inquiry, to explore, examine, analyze and appreciate specific historical visual images, sculptural objects, and architectural structures. It traces thematically and chronologically some of the major developments that have influenced both western and eastern cultures from prehistoric cave painting to the 15th century. Students employ historical means and methods (notably artworks as important historical documents complementing written texts) to question, in a systematic and rigorous way, and to interpret the ways in which particular works of art participate in the social, political, economic, religious and cultural climates of which they have been an integral part.

Course Credits: 3
2025-2026 ART 238

History of Western Art II

An introductory survey inviting students, as a mode of inquiry, to explore, examine, analyze and appreciate specific historical visual images, sculptural objects, and architectural structures. It traces thematically and chronologically some of the major developments that have influenced both western and eastern cultures from prehistoric cave painting to the 15th century. Students employ historical means and methods (notably artworks as important historical documents complementing written texts) to question, in a systematic and rigorous way, and to interpret the ways in which particular works of art participate in the social, political, economic, religious and cultural climates of which they have been an integral part.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 ART 238

History of Western Art II

An introductory survey inviting students, as a mode of inquiry, to explore, examine, analyze and appreciate specific historical visual images, sculptural objects, and architectural structures. It traces thematically and chronologically some of the major developments that have influenced both western and eastern cultures from prehistoric cave painting to the 15th century. Students employ historical means and methods (notably artworks as important historical documents complementing written texts) to question, in a systematic and rigorous way, and to interpret the ways in which particular works of art participate in the social, political, economic, religious and cultural climates of which they have been an integral part.

Course Credits: 3
2024-2025 ART 240

Printmaking I

This studio course introduces the basic applications and procedures of printmaking through the medium of screen printing. The class covers black and white, colour separation, editioning, registration, proofing, and printing, integrating technical ability with conceptual development during the execution of each project.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ART 181 or ART 182 and one of SAMC 112, ART 237 or 238.
2025-2026 ART 240

Printmaking I

This studio course introduces the basic applications and procedures of printmaking through the medium of screen printing. The class covers black and white, colour separation, editioning, registration, proofing, and printing, integrating technical ability with conceptual development during the execution of each project.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 ART 240

Printmaking I

This studio course introduces the basic applications and procedures of printmaking through the medium of screen printing. The class covers black and white, colour separation, editioning, registration, proofing, and printing, integrating technical ability with conceptual development during the execution of each project.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ART 181 or ART 182 and one of SAMC 112, ART 237 or 238
2024-2025 ART 250

Foundations in Digital Design

An active exploration of graphic design essentials, creative ideation methods, and visual communication techniques. Students use creative thinking methodologies to experiment with a wide range of design approaches, evaluate the aesthetic and conceptual value of specific design solutions, and sharpen their creative, critical thinking, and perceptual skills.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Priority given to Design and Media and Communication students
Cross-listed: MCOM 231
2025-2026 ART 250

Foundations in Digital Design

An active exploration of graphic design essentials, creative ideation methods, and visual communication techniques. Students use creative thinking methodologies to experiment with a wide range of design approaches, evaluate the aesthetic and conceptual value of specific design solutions, and sharpen their creative, critical thinking, and perceptual skills.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Priority given to Design and Media + Communication students.
2026-2027 ART 250

Fundamentals of Digital Design

An active exploration of graphic design essentials, creative ideation methods, and visual communication techniques. Students use creative thinking methodologies to experiment with a wide range of design approaches, evaluate the aesthetic and conceptual value of specific design solutions, and sharpen their creative, critical thinking, and perceptual skills.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Priority given to Design and Media + Communication students.
Cross-listed: MCOM 231
2024-2025 ART 280

3D Design

The course investigates three-dimensional design and overviews the various stages in the process of design from ideation and planning to production. Through a study of the properties and characteristics of objects within cultures, students focus on relationships between form, function, ideas and ideologies.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year
2025-2026 ART 280

3D Design

The course investigates three-dimensional design and overviews the various stages in the process of design from ideation and planning to production. Through a study of the properties and characteristics of objects within cultures, students focus on relationships between form, function, ideas and ideologies.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year.
2026-2027 ART 280

3D Design

The course investigates three-dimensional design and overviews the various stages in the process of design from ideation and planning to production. Through a study of the properties and characteristics of objects within cultures, students focus on relationships between form, function, ideas and ideologies.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year.
2024-2025 ART 283

Sculpture I

An introduction to working in three dimensions in a variety of media, including clay, wood, and metal. Historical and contemporary approaches to sculpture are examined to achieve an understanding of the relationship of materials to form, space, expressive content, and the construction of meaning.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ART 181 or 182, and ART 237 or 238 (0-3 or 0-3)
NB: Not offered every year
2025-2026 ART 283

Sculpture I

An introduction to working in three dimensions in a variety of media, including clay, wood, and metal. Historical and contemporary approaches to sculpture are examined to achieve an understanding of the relationship of materials to form, space, expressive content, and the construction of meaning.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year.
2026-2027 ART 283

Sculpture I

An introduction to working in three dimensions in a variety of media, including clay, wood, and metal. Historical and contemporary approaches to sculpture are examined to achieve an understanding of the relationship of materials to form, space, expressive content, and the construction of meaning.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ART 181 or 182 and ART 237 or 238
NB: Not offered every year.
2024-2025 ART 290

Special Topics in Art

Topics vary from year to year.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every semester. Course may be repeated
2025-2026 ART 290

Special Topics in Art

Topics vary from year to year.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every semester. Course may be repeated.
2026-2027 ART 290

Special Topics in Art

Topics vary from year to year.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every semester. Course may be repeated.
2024-2025 ART 305

Art Practicum

In this art-related work experience, students are invited into embodied and experiential inquiry. Students immerse themselves into a hands-on investigation of professional practices while being mentored by practicing artists and other art professionals in areas of creative and critical expertise. This participatory experience may include guidance from artists, art historians, art institutions, designers, art therapists, and others.

Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): Art + Design major, concentration or minor and third or fourth year standing or instructor's consent
NB: Course may be repeated
2025-2026 ART 305

Art Practicum

In this art-related work experience, students are invited into embodied and experiential inquiry. Students immerse themselves into a hands-on investigation of professional practices while being mentored by practicing artists and other art professionals in areas of creative and critical expertise. This participatory experience may include guidance from artists, art historians, art institutions, designers, art therapists, and others.

Course Credits: 1
NB: Course may be repeated.
2026-2027 ART 305

Art Practicum

In this art-related work experience, students are invited into embodied and experiential inquiry. Students immerse themselves into a hands-on investigation of professional practices while being mentored by practicing artists and other art professionals in areas of creative and critical expertise. This participatory experience may include guidance from artists, art historians, art institutions, designers, art therapists, and others.

Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): Art + Design major, concentration or minor and third- or fourth-year standing or instructor's consent
NB: Course may be repeated.
2024-2025 ART 306

Art Practicum

In this art-related work experience, students are invited into embodied and experiential inquiry. Students immerse themselves into a hands-on investigation of professional practices while being mentored by practicing artists and other art professionals in areas of creative and critical expertise. This participatory experience may include guidance from artists, art historians, art institutions, designers, art therapists, and others.

Course Credits: 2
Prerequisite(s): Art + Design major, concentration, or minor, and third or fourth year standing or instructor's consent
NB: Course may be repeated
2025-2026 ART 306

Art Practicum

In this art-related work experience, students are invited into embodied and experiential inquiry. Students immerse themselves into a hands-on investigation of professional practices while being mentored by practicing artists and other art professionals in areas of creative and critical expertise. This participatory experience may include guidance from artists, art historians, art institutions, designers, art therapists, and others.

Course Credits: 2
NB: Course may be repeated.
2026-2027 ART 306

Art Practicum

In this art-related work experience, students are invited into embodied and experiential inquiry. Students immerse themselves into a hands-on investigation of professional practices while being mentored by practicing artists and other art professionals in areas of creative and critical expertise. This participatory experience may include guidance from artists, art historians, art institutions, designers, art therapists, and others.

Course Credits: 2
Prerequisite(s): Art + Design major, concentration, or minor, and third- or fourth-year standing or instructor's consent
NB: Course may be repeated.
2024-2025 ART 307

Art Practicum

In this art-related work experience, students are invited into embodied and experiential inquiry. Students immerse themselves into a hands-on investigation of professional practices while being mentored by practicing artists and other art professionals in areas of creative and critical expertise. This participatory experience may include guidance from artists, art historians, art institutions, designers, art therapists, and others.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): Art + Design major, concentration, or minor, and third or fourth year standing or instructor's consent
NB: Course may be repeated
2025-2026 ART 307

Art Practicum

In this art-related work experience, students are invited into embodied and experiential inquiry. Students immerse themselves into a hands-on investigation of professional practices while being mentored by practicing artists and other art professionals in areas of creative and critical expertise. This participatory experience may include guidance from artists, art historians, art institutions, designers, art therapists, and others.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Course may be repeated.
2026-2027 ART 307

Art Practicum

In this art-related work experience, students are invited into embodied and experiential inquiry. Students immerse themselves into a hands-on investigation of professional practices while being mentored by practicing artists and other art professionals in areas of creative and critical expertise. This participatory experience may include guidance from artists, art historians, art institutions, designers, art therapists, and others.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): Art + Design major, concentration, or minor, and third- or fourth-year standing or instructor's consent
NB: Course may be repeated.
2024-2025 ART 310

Contemporary Drawing

Students explore inquiry-based perceptual, abstract, conceptual, and performative definitions of contemporary drawing practice. The criteria for defining, analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating drawings are widened to embrace current theoretical frameworks. Issues and themes of drawing practice after the initial decades of postmodernism are the focus of student inquiries/projects.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ART 211
NB: Not offered every year
2025-2026 ART 310

Contemporary Drawing

Students explore inquiry-based perceptual, abstract, conceptual, and performative definitions of contemporary drawing practice. The criteria for defining, analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating drawings are widened to embrace current theoretical frameworks. Issues and themes of drawing practice after the initial decades of postmodernism are the focus of student inquiries/projects.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year.
2026-2027 ART 310

Contemporary Drawing

Students explore inquiry-based perceptual, abstract, conceptual, and performative definitions of contemporary drawing practice. The criteria for defining, analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating drawings are widened to embrace current theoretical frameworks. Issues and themes of drawing practice after the initial decades of postmodernism are the focus of student inquiries/projects.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ART 211
NB: Not offered every year.
2024-2025 ART 321

Abstract Painting

This course provides an in-depth look at the integration of theory and practice surrounding historical and contemporary abstract painting. Art elements and principles, particularly colour, are used with increasing specificity and intentionality. Students investigate how aesthetic choices realized on a canvas reveal the artist's position within art, culture, and political history.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ART 221 or 222
2025-2026 ART 321

Abstract Painting

This course provides an in-depth look at the integration of theory and practice surrounding historical and contemporary abstract painting. Art elements and principles, particularly colour, are used with increasing specificity and intentionality. Students investigate how aesthetic choices realized on a canvas reveal the artist's position within art, culture, and political history.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 ART 321

Abstract Painting

This course provides an in-depth look at the integration of theory and practice surrounding historical and contemporary abstract painting. Art elements and principles, particularly colour, are used with increasing specificity and intentionality. Students investigate how aesthetic choices realized on a canvas reveal the artist's position within art, culture, and political history.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ART 221 or 222
2024-2025 ART 327

Modern Art History I

This course traces the diverse artistic movements that developed in urban centres throughout Europe from The Great Exhibition of 1851 in London to the Dada movement in Zurich in the 1920s. Students consider the changing role of the artist and the way in which both the subject matter and the stylistic treatment of their art are shaped by and are a response to this modern world.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ART 237 or ART 238
NB: Not offered every semester
2025-2026 ART 327

Modern Art History I

This course traces the diverse artistic movements that developed in urban centres throughout Europe from The Great Exhibition of 1851 in London to the Dada movement in Zurich in the 1920s. Students consider the changing role of the artist and the way in which both the subject matter and the stylistic treatment of their art are shaped by and are a response to this modern world.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every semester.
2026-2027 ART 327

Modern Art History I

This course traces the diverse artistic movements that developed in urban centres throughout Europe from The Great Exhibition of 1851 in London to the Dada movement in Zurich in the 1920s. Students consider the changing role of the artist and the way in which both the subject matter and the stylistic treatment of their art are shaped by and are a response to this modern world.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ART 237 or ART 238
NB: Not offered every semester.
2024-2025 ART 328

Modern Art History II

This course explores how art strategies (in traditional mediums such as painting, sculpture, and architecture, as well as film, video, performance) and the critical debates that arose in Europe and North America in the aftermath of the First World War to the present day, reflect the social, economic, and political context charting the rise and fall of modernism and the transition to postmodern practices within the visual arts. The role of art in society, its relationship to mass culture, and what is at stake in maintaining socially engaged art today are considered.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ART 237 or 238 or SAMC 112
NB: Not offered every semester
2025-2026 ART 328

Modern Art History II

This course explores how art strategies (in traditional mediums such as painting, sculpture, and architecture, as well as film, video, performance) and the critical debates that arose in Europe and North America in the aftermath of the First World War to the present day, reflect the social, economic, and political context charting the rise and fall of modernism and the transition to postmodern practices within the visual arts. The role of art in society, its relationship to mass culture, and what is at stake in maintaining socially engaged art today are considered.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every semester.
2026-2027 ART 328

Modern Art History II

This course explores how art strategies (in traditional mediums such as painting, sculpture, and architecture, as well as film, video, performance) and the critical debates that arose in Europe and North America in the aftermath of the First World War to the present day, reflect the social, economic, and political context charting the rise and fall of modernism and the transition to postmodern practices within the visual arts. The role of art in society, its relationship to mass culture, and what is at stake in maintaining socially engaged art today are considered.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ART 237 or 238 or SAMC 112
NB: Not offered every semester.