Student Pathway 2021−2022 Studio Arts AA-T
Studio Arts Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer
The Studio Art Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer is designed to give students basic skills in 2D and 3D composition, an introductory level of knowledge of art history and computer digital art familiarity. The primary focus is to prepare students for transfer into, as well as to complete, a Bachelor of Arts degree program within the California State University system. The secondary focus is to prepare students to enter into the multiple career paths of visual communication fields such as graphic design, architecture, web-based media, animation, filmmaking, fine arts, and more.
No other major engages or encourages creativity as much as an art major. Art and design permeate everything we see, hear, touch, wear, or otherwise interact with. A creative professional thought up the icons on your smartphone; designed the cut, color, and texture of your clothing; created the label on your favorite beverage; conceived of the characters in your favorite video game; told an engaging story through film or animation, and creatively solved a problem. With the exponential growth of computer-based social networks and other digital forms of human exchange, artists and designers will continue to be necessary and integral cultural producers, storytellers, and creative problem solvers. Studio Arts graduates are qualified for countless employment opportunities in the art, design, entertainment, and creative fields.
Program Contact: S.Dent, P.Johnson, K.King, J. Ledgerwood Program, D. Hart | Program Counselor: Tasha Hutchings
Recommended Pathway
Semester 1:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | Advising/Action Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| English 1A/1AH | Reading and Composition | 4 | CSU GE A2 | IGETC 1A |
| CSU GE B4 | IGETC 2 | Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning | 3-4 | Check with counselor |
| Art 3 or 4 | Two-Dimensional Design or Three-Dimensional | 3 | Major Required Core |
| History 11 or 12/12H | History of the United States to 1877 or History of the Unites States since 1865 | 3 | CSU GE D/IGETC 4: CSU graduation requirement |
| Semester Units: 13-14 | |||
- Explore transfer institutions and meet with Counselor to develop Student Educational Plan (SEP)
- Follow up with counselor to determine which GE pattern to follow, CSU GE or IGETC
- Follow up with Arts Instructor; start researching transfer schools, careers
Semester 2:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | Advising/Action Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSU GE A3 | IGETC 1B | Critical Thinking | 3 | Student Choice: English 3 Recommended |
| Geography 1 | Physical Geography | 3 | CSU GE B1 | IGETC 5A |
| Art 7 | Beginning Drawing | 3 | Major Required Core |
| Art 5 or Art 26 |
Art History 1 Arts of Africa, Oceania, Indigenous North America, and the Pre-Columbian Americas |
3 | Major Required Core CSU GE C1 | IGETC 3A |
| Art 3 or Art 4 |
Two-Dimensional Design or Three-Dimensional Design |
3 | Major Required Core |
| Semester Units: 15 | |||
- Meet with Counselor to ensure you are on track and make any updates needed to your SEP
Semester 3:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | Advising/Action Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biol 10/10L or Biol 3 | Introduction to Life Science | 4 | CSU GE B2 & B3/IGETC 5B & 5C |
| Area E | Lifelong Learning and Self Development | 3 | CSU GE E: any course |
| Art 6/6H | Art History 2 | 3 | Major Required Core CSU GE C1/IGETC 3A |
| List B: Major Sheet | Refer to major sheet | 3 | List B: Art 17, Photo 1, Art 30A, Art 37A |
| CSU GE C2/IGETC 3B | Arts/Humanities | 3 | CSU GE C2/IGETC 3B: any course |
| Semester Units: 16 | |||
- Area E will not be needed if following the IGETC GE pattern
- Art 8 is also a recommended course; a GE course can be moved to the summer
Apply to Transfer schools
CSU: 10/1-11/30 | UC: 11/1-11/30 | Privates: Dates Vary
Semester 4:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | Advising/Action Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Political Science 2/2H | American Government | 3 | CSU GE D/IGETC 4 – CSU graduation requirement |
| Art 9 | Beginning Painting: Oil and Acrylic | 3 | List B: Major Core option |
| CSU GE Area F - Ethnic Studies OR IGETC 4 | Ethnic Studies OR Social Science - Depends on Transfer School | 3 | See Counselor for Recommendations |
| CSU GE A1/IGETC 1C | Oral Communication | 3 | CSU GE A1/IGETC 1C: any course from A1 |
| List B: Major Sheet | Refer to major sheet | 3 | List B: Art 17, Photo 1, Art 30A, Art 37A |
| Semester Units: 15 | |||
- Apply for degree and Certificate: January - February
- Check student portals for transfer schools that you've applied to regularly - Don't miss any important deadlines!
Things to Think About
- Participate in field trips; potentially offered once each semester and promoted through the Art department
- Connect with individuals who coordinate the Art Exhibition – Tracy Teran
- Join the Art Club
- Attend Art Showcases
- Connect with Art faculty through office hours
- Apply for Art Scholarship through Clovis Community College financial aid website
