Academic Calendar - 2020 ARCHIVE

Western University Academic Calendar. - 2020ARCHIVE

Courses


Course Numbering

0001-0999* Pre-University level introductory courses
1000-1999 Year 1 courses
2000-4999 Senior-level undergraduate courses
5000-5999 Professional Degree courses in Dentistry, Education, Law, Medicine and Theology (MTS, MDiv)
6000-6999 Courses offered by Continuing Studies
9000-9999 Graduate Studies courses

* These courses are equivalent to pre-university introductory courses and may be counted for credit in the student's record, unless these courses were taken in a preliminary year. They may not be counted toward essay or breadth requirements, or used to meet modular admission requirements unless it is explicitly stated in the Senate-approved outline of the module.


Suffixes

no suffix 1.0 course not designated as an essay course
A 0.5 course offered in first term
B 0.5 course offered in second term
A/B 0.5 course offered in first and/or second term
E 1.0 essay course
F 0.5 essay course offered in first term
G 0.5 essay course offered in second term
F/G 0.5 essay course offered in first and/or second term
H 1.0 accelerated course (8 weeks)
J 1.0 accelerated course (6 weeks)
K 0.75 course
L 0.5 graduate course offered in summer term (May - August)
Q/R/S/T 0.25 course offered within a regular session
U 0.25 course offered in other than a regular session
W/X 1.0 accelerated course (full course offered in one term)
Y 0.5 course offered in other than a regular session
Z 0.5 essay course offered in other than a regular session

Glossary


Prerequisite

A course that must be successfully completed prior to registration for credit in the desired course.


Corequisite

A course that must be taken concurrently with (or prior to registration in) the desired course.


Antirequisite

Courses that overlap sufficiently in course content that both cannot be taken for credit.


Essay Courses

Many courses at Western have a significant writing component. To recognize student achievement, a number of such courses have been designated as essay courses and will be identified on the student's record (E essay full course; F/G/Z essay half-course).


Principal Courses

A first year course that is listed by a department offering a module as a requirement for admission to the module. For admission to an Honours Specialization module or Double Major modules in an Honours Bachelor degree, at least 3.0 courses will be considered principal courses.



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Studio Art


A studio course designed to introduce students to techniques and processes of two-dimensional and three-dimensional media; the theoretical concepts which inform and direct studio practice will be emphasized.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 1605, the former VAS 1020, the former VAS 1025.

Extra Information: 1 lecture hour and 3 studio lab hours. Note: No Visual Arts portfolio required. Some sessions may involve drawing from the nude (female or male) as a required component of the course. For Studio Art 1601 and Studio Art 1605 only, students may request an alternate component.

Course Weight: 1.00
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This course is designed to develop foundational technical and conceptual skills for students with prior experience working with visual art media. Focus will be placed on the techniques and processes of two-dimensional and three-dimensional media with an emphasis on the theoretical concepts that inform and direct contemporary studio practices.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 1601, the former VAS 1020, the former VAS 1025.

Prerequisite(s): Submission and acceptance of a prepared Visual Arts portfolio.

Extra Information: 6 studio hours. Note: Some sessions may involve drawing from the nude (female or male) as an integral component of the course. For Studio Art 1601 and Studio Art 1605 only, students may request an alternate component.

Course Weight: 1.00
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An introduction to contemporary artistic production and practice, featuring dialogues with artists on their work and critics on the criticism of contemporary art. Emphasis will be placed on major recent art movements and tendencies. The course will also focus on developing critical writing skills and vocabulary.

Antirequisite(s): the former VAS 2274A/B.

Prerequisite(s): 1.0 first-year course from Arts and Humanities or Social Science, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 3 lecture hours.

Course Weight: 0.50
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An introduction to contemporary artistic production and practice, featuring dialogues with artists on their work and critics on the criticism of contemporary art. This course will feature a range of artists and issues different from Art Now! I. The course will also focus on developing critical writing skills and vocabulary.

Antirequisite(s): the former VAS 2275A/B.

Prerequisite(s): 1.0 first-year course from Arts and Humanities or Social Science, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 3 lecture hours.

Course Weight: 0.50
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An introduction to contemporary artistic production and practice, featuring dialogues with artists on their work and critics on the criticism of contemporary art. The course emphasizes recent art movements and tendencies while featuring presentations by national and international artists and scholars. The course will also focus on developing critical writing skills and vocabulary.

Antirequisite(s): the former VAS 2276Y.

Prerequisite(s): 1.0 first-year course from Arts and Humanities or Social Science, or permission of the Department.

Course Weight: 0.50
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An introductory design and imaging course exploring two-dimensional design and imaging principles, including colour theory, the study of composition and other formal concerns. The course will present critical frameworks for reading and constructing images using basic technical means.

Antirequisite(s):the former VAS 2100A/B.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours.

Course Weight: 0.50
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An introductory course exploring a wide range of traditional and contemporary aspects of drawing in order to develop an understanding of its application to the Visual Arts as well as other frameworks.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 2610A/B, the former VAS 2104A/B, the former VAS 2204A/B.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours.

Course Weight: 0.50
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An introductory studio course exploring the use of readily-available technology, tools and materials in the making of visual art. Creative projects will involve digital photography, compact video cameras, animation, freeware, and creative construction techniques with lectures and readings addressing the historical/contemporary contexts of media art production.

Antirequisite(s): the former VAS 2105A/B.

Extra Information: 3 studio hours.

Course Weight: 0.50
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Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 3 hours.

Course Weight: 0.50
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Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 3 hours.

Course Weight: 1.00
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A brief introduction to historical and contemporary theories, methods, and practices for the study of art history and visual culture.

Antirequisite(s): Art History 2600F/G, the former VAH 2241F/G.

Prerequisite(s): Registration in years 2 - 4 of a Department of Visual Arts Module, or permission of the department.

Extra Information: 3 hours: lecture, blended or online format.

Course Weight: 0.50
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A studio/theory seminar required for students in the second year of the Honours Specialization in Studio Arts. As a forum for engagement with methods and practices of professional artists it will help students prepare a portfolio review for the completion of the requirements of the BFA module.

Antirequisite(s): the former VAS 2282A/B

Prerequisite(s): Registration in years 2-4 of the Honours Specialization in Studio Arts module, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 hours per week.

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Introduction to drawing as an independent practice, and as a tool for conceptual, perceptual, and technical problem solving.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 2510A/B, Studio Art 2621, the former VAS 2104A/B, the former VAS 2200, the former VAS 2204A/B, the former VAS 2210, the former VAS 2214A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 6 studio hours. Note: Some sessions may involve drawing from the nude (female or male) as a required component of the course. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

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Introduction to painting practice, with a focus on developing critical understandings in concert with techniques. Projects address theoretical, historical, and contemporary approaches to painting, and integrate these with studio practice.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 2621, the former VAS 2210, the former VAS 2216A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 6 studio hours. Note: Some sessions may involve drawing from the nude (female or male) as a required component of the course. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

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Introduction to painting, with a focus on developing critical understandings in concert with techniques. Projects address theoretical, historical, and contemporary approaches to two-dimensional art production, and integrate these with studio practice.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 2610A/B, Studio Art 2620A/B, the former VAS 2210, the former VAS 2200, the former VAS 2204A/B, the former VAS 2216A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 6 studio hours. Note: Some sessions may involve drawing from the nude (female or male) as a required component of the course. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

Course Weight: 1.00
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An introduction to print media practices including relief, intaglio, and silkscreen.

Antirequisite(s): the former VAS 2236A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 6 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

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An introduction to art in three dimensions, and the expansive materials, ideas and techniques that contemporary sculpture encompasses (such as architecture, fashion, design, and performance). Students will experiment with a variety of new and used materials, including clay, textiles and wood. Conceptual and theoretical exploration through sculpture, installation and/or performance will be emphasized.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 2643, the former VAS 2220, the former VAS 2222A/B, the former VAS 224A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 6 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

Course Weight: 0.50
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A further introduction to art in three dimensions, and the expansive materials, ideas and techniques that contemporary sculpture encompasses (such as architecture, fashion, design, and performance). Students will experiment with a variety of materials, including clay, textiles and wood. Conceptual and theoretical exploration through sculpture, installation and/or performance will be emphasized.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 2643, the former VAS 2220, the former VAS 2222A/B, the former VAS 2224A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 6 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

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An introduction to contemporary processes used in three-dimensional construction. Students will experiment with a variety of new and used materials and construction methods while developing skills by using tools in plaster, wood and metal workshops. The course will emphasize exploration of presentation models including sculpture, installation and performance.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 2640A/B, Studio Art 2642A/B the former VAS 2220, the former VAS 2222A/B, the former VAS 2224A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 6 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

Course Weight: 1.00
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An introduction to the basic techniques, theory and practice in photography.

Antirequisite(s): the former VAS 2240, the former VAS 2244A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 6 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

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A comprehensive examination of digital photographic techniques and production, including an overview of the digital still camera, image processing, digital output and the use of related software applications. The course also traces the evolution of digital imaging, examining its historical foundations and the theoretical debates that have informed its status.

Antirequisite(s): the former VAS 2246A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 6 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

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A studio course introducing the basic technical foundations of contemporary media art production, including digital image, video, DIY electronics, documentation, and online platforms. This lecture/studio course also locates contemporary digital practices within the broader history of cultural production, tracing developments in technology and media arts.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 2663, the former VAS 2250, the former VAS 2254A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 3 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

Course Weight: 0.50
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A studio course introducing the basic technical foundations of contemporary media art production, including video, animation, web design and online platforms. This lecture/studio course also locates contemporary digital practices within the broader history of cultural production, tracing developments in technology and media arts.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 2663, the former VAS 2250, the former VAS 2252A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 3 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

Course Weight: 0.50
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A studio course introducing the technical foundations of contemporary media production, including digital imagery, distributed on-line work, sound recording and mixing, as well as basic video camerawork and editing. This lecture/studio course also locates contemporary digital practices within the broader history of cultural production, tracing developments in technology and media arts.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 2660A/B, Studio Art 2662A/B, the former VAS 2250, the former VAS 2252A/B, the former VAS 2254A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 3 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

Course Weight: 1.00
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Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 3 hours. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

Course Weight: 0.50
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Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 3 hours. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

Course Weight: 1.00
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Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 6 hours. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

Course Weight: 0.50
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Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 1601 or Studio Art 1605, or the former VAS 1020 or the former VAS 1025, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 6 hours. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

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An advanced course intersecting the study of a topic in art history and theory with related studio practices.

Antirequisite(s): the former VAH 3379F/G, the former VAH 3389E, the former VAS 3379F/G, the former VAS 3389E.

Prerequisite(s): Registration in a Visual Art Module or Permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 seminar/studio hours.

Course Weight: 0.50
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A studio/theory seminar required for students in the third year of the Honours Specialization in Studio Arts. As a forum for engagement with methods and practices of professional artists it will help students prepare for the portfolio review required for entry into SA 4605 Practicum.

Antirequisite(s): the former VAS 3382A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 2602A/B/Y or the former VAS 2282A/B, and registration in the Honours Specialization in Studio Arts module, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 seminar/studio hours.

Course Weight: 0.50
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Advanced study in studio arts.

Prerequisite(s): Registration in years 2-4 of the Major in Art History and Studio Arts, Honours Specialization in Art History and Studio Arts or Honours Specialization in Studio Arts (BFA), or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 6 studio hours.

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Advanced study in studio arts.

Prerequisite(s): Registration in years 2-4 of the Major in Art History and Studio Arts, Honours Specialization in Art History and Studio Arts or Honours Specialization in Studio Arts (BFA), or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 6 studio hours.

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Continuation of drawing as perceptual, technical, conceptual and critical problem solving and as a basis for exploration with other media and disciplines.

Antirequisite(s): the former VAS 3300.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 2610A/B or the former VAS 2200, the former VAS 2210, the former VAS 2204A/B, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours. Note: Some sessions may involve drawing from the nude (female or male) as a required component of the course. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

Course Weight: 1.00
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A continuation of the study of painting.

Antirequisite(s): the former VAS 3310.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 2620A/B, Studio Art 2621, or the former VAS 2210, the former VAS 2216A/B, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours. Note: Some sessions may involve drawing from the nude (female or male) as a required component of the course. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

Course Weight: 1.00
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A continuation of print media practices including intaglio, silkscreen, lithography, and alternative print media. Emphasizing advanced artistic exploration, the course will normally concentrate its focus on two print media areas over the term.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 3633, the former VAS 3330.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 2630A/B, or the former VAS 2236A/B, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in the Visual Arts program.

Course Weight: 0.50
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A continuation of print media practices including intaglio, silkscreen, lithography, and alternative print media. Emphasizing advanced artistic exploration, the course will normally concentrate its focus on two print media areas over the term.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 3633, the former VAS 3330.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 2630A/B, or the former VAS 2236A/B, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in the Visual Arts program.

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A continuation of the study of print media.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 3630A/B, Studio Art 3632A/B, the former VAS 3330.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 2630A/B, or the former VAS 2236A/B, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in the Visual Arts program.

Course Weight: 1.00
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A continuation of making art in three dimensions, and the expansive materials, ideas and techniques of contemporary sculpture. Students will experiment with a variety of fabrication methods, including woodworking, metalwork, moldmaking, casting, and 3D rendering software. Emphasis will be placed on the conceptual and material development of students' individual interests.

Antirequisite(s): the former VAS 3320, the former VAS 3322A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 2640A/B, Studio Art 2642A/B, Studio Art 2643, the former VAS 2220, the former VAS 2222A/B, the former VAS 2224A/B, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in the Visual Arts Program.

Course Weight: 0.50
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A further development of three-dimensional art making, and the expansive materials, ideas and techniques of contemporary sculpture. Students will experiment with a variety of fabrication methods, including woodworking, metalwork, moldmaking, casting, and 3D rendering software. Emphasis will be placed on the conceptual and material development of students' individual interests.

Antirequisite(s): the former VAS 3320, the former VAS 3324A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 2640A/B, Studio Art 2642A/B, Studio Art 2643, the former VAS 2220, the former VAS 2222A/B, the former VAS 2224A/B, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in the Visual Arts Program.

Course Weight: 0.50
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A continuation of making art in three dimensions, and the expansive materials, ideas and techniques of contemporary sculpture. Students will experiment with a variety of fabrication methods, including woodworking, metalwork, moldmaking, casting, and 3D rendering software. Emphasis will be placed on the conceptual and material development of students' individual interests.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 3640A/B, Studio Art 3642A/B, the former VAS 3320.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 2640A/B, Studio Art 2642A/B, Studio Art 2643, the former VAS 2220, the former VAS 2222A/B, the former VAS 2224A/B, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in the Visual Arts Program.

Course Weight: 1.00
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A continuation of the study of photography in various exterior situations using natural and available light.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 3653, the former VAS 3340, the former VAS 3341A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 2650A/B, Studio Art 2652A/B, or the former VAS 2240, the former VAS 2244A/B, the former VAS 2246A/B, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 3 seminar/studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

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A continuation of the study of photography in various interior and studio situations using natural and artificial light.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 3653, the former VAS 3340, the former VAS 3342A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 2650A/B, Studio Art 2652A/B, or the former VAS 2240, the former VAS 2244A/B, the former VAS 2246A/B, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 3 seminar/studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

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A continuation of the study of photography.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 3650A/B, Studio Art 3652A/B, the former VAS 3340, the former VAS 3341A/B, the former VAS 3342A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 2650A/B, Studio Art 2652A/B, or the former VAS 2240, the former VAS 2244A/B, the former VAS 2246A/B, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 seminar/studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in a Visual Arts program.

Course Weight: 1.00
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A Studio/Theory course focusing upon digital audio production offering experience in multi- track recording, signal processing, sound synthesis and advanced studio techniques. Creative explorations may include the production of acoustic mediascapes, electronic communication as well as sound relative to video assembly. This course examines the historical evolution of sound.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 3663, the former VAS 3350, the former VAS 3356A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 2660A/B, Studio Art 2663, or the former VAS 2250, the former VAS 2252A/B, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in the Visual Arts program.

Course Weight: 0.50
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A Studio/Theory course focusing upon digital video production offering experience in the areas of camerawork, lighting, sound and advanced video editing techniques. Creative explorations include single-channel work, video installation, multiscreen video as well as on-line production and interactivity. This course will also examine the historical evolution of the moving image.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 3663, the former VAS 3350, the former VAS 3356A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 2662A/B, Studio Art 2663, or the former VAS 2250, the former VAS 2254A/B, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in the Visual Arts program.

Course Weight: 0.50
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A continuation of the study of media art forms including web- based animation, multi-track audio recording and mixing, advanced video editing techniques as well as the development of interactive electronic environments. This lecture/studio course also locates contemporary digital practices within the broader history of cultural production.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 3664A/B, the former VAS 3350, VAS 3356A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 2660A/B, Studio Art 2662A/B, Studio Art 2663, or the former VAS 2250, the former VAS 2252A/B, the former VAS 2254A/B, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in the Visual Arts program.

Course Weight: 1.00
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A continuation of the study of media art forms including web- based animation, multitrack audio recording and mixing, advanced video editing techniques as well as the development of interactive electronic environments. This lecture/studio course also locates contemporary digital practices within the broader history of cultural production.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 3660A/B, Studio Art 3662A/B, Studio Art 3663, the former VAS 3350, the former VAS 3356A/B.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 2660A/B, Studio Art 2662A/B, Studio Art 2663, or the former VAS 2250, the former VAS 2252A/B, the former VAS 2254A/B, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours. Priority will be given to students registered in the Visual Arts program.

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Third-year students with a departmental average of at least 75% have the opportunity to take part in a project-based experiential learning activity at one of our many studio, museum, gallery, or heritage locations in London and surrounding areas. Students will work closely with the Project’s Supervisor.

Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department.

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Third-year students with a departmental average of at least 75% have the opportunity to take part in a project-based experiential learning activity at one of our many studio, museum, gallery, or heritage locations in London and surrounding areas. Students will work closely with the Project’s Supervisor.

Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department.

Course Weight: 1.00
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Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 contact hours.

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Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 contact hours.

Course Weight: 1.00
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Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours.

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Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours.

Course Weight: 1.00
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Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours.

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A studio course leading to the production of a cohesive body of undergraduate artwork and the presentation of a final exhibition and an accompanying artist’s statement. Discussions, critiques, and a practice of writing of artists will complement studio engagements and critiques.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 4605, the former VAS 4430.

Prerequisite(s): Minimum 1.5 3000-level studio courses, plus Studio Art 2602A/B/Y, Studio Art 3602A/B/Y, or the former VAS 2282A/B and the former VAS 3382A/B. Submission and Acceptance of a prepared Visual Arts portfolio, and permission of Department.

Extra Information: 6 studio hours. Note: Students must have a minimum 70% overall average and no Studio Art grade less than 60%.

Course Weight: 1.00
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The course offers BFA students the opportunity for studio visits of established artists, field trips to galleries in and outside London, the coordinating and organizing of exhibitions, artists' talks, high school presentations, etc. It is specifically intended to round out the in-studio practice taught in SA 4605.

Prerequisite(s): Minimum 1.5 3000-level studio courses, plus Studio Art 2602A/B/Y, Studio Art 3602A/B/Y, or the former VAS 2282A/B and the former VAS 3382A/B. Acceptance into SA 4605, or permission of Department. Corequisite(s): Studio Art 4605.

Course Weight: 1.00
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An intensive studio course encouraging the development of a mature and ongoing professional art practice. Seminars and critiques will complement the art production, writing assignments and artist’s dossier. Dedicated studio spaces, a supervised trip to an art centre, and the organization of a professional exhibition will enhance these goals.

Antirequisite(s): Studio Art 4601, the former VAS 4430, the former VAS 4448.

Prerequisite(s): Minimum 1.5 3000-level studio courses, plus Studio Art 2602A/B/Y, Studio Art 3602A/B/Y, or the former VAS 2282A/B and the former VAS 3382A/B. Submission and Acceptance of a prepared Visual Arts portfolio, and permission of Department.

Extra Information: 6 studio hours. Note: Students must have a minimum 70% overall average and no Studio Art grade less than 60%.

Course Weight: 1.00
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Advanced study in studio arts.

Prerequisite(s): Registration in year 4 of a Major in Art History and Studio Arts, Honours Specialization in Art History and Studio Arts or Honours Specialization in Studio Arts (BFA), or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 6 studio hours.

Course Weight: 0.50
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Advanced study in studio arts.

Prerequisite(s): Registration in year 4 of a Major in Art History and Studio Arts, Honours Specialization in Art History and Studio Arts or Honours Specialization in Studio Arts (BFA), or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 6 studio hours.

Course Weight: 0.50
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A studio/theory course focusing on the development of a comprehensive individual program of research and art production relating to Print Media.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 3630A/B, Studio Art 3632A/B, or Studio Art 3633, plus a detailed plan of study accepted by the Undergraduate Chair and the supervising course instructor.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours. Course meets alongside third-year Print Media.

Course Weight: 0.50
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A studio/theory course focusing on the development of a comprehensive individual program of research and art production relating to Print Media.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 3630A/B, Studio Art 3632A/B, or Studio Art 3633, plus a detailed plan of study accepted by the Undergraduate Chair and the supervising course instructor.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours. Course meets alongside third-year Print Media.

Course Weight: 0.50
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A studio/theory course focusing on the development of a comprehensive individual program of research and art production relating to Print Media.

Prerequisite(s): Studio Art 3630A/B, Studio Art 3632A/B, or Studio Art 3633, plus a detailed plan of study accepted by the Undergraduate Chair and the supervising course instructor.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours. Course meets alongside third-year Print Media.

Course Weight: 0.50
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Third or fourth-year honours students with a departmental average of at least 75% have the opportunity for experiential learning in the field of Studio Arts. Students will work closely with an artist and the Undergraduate Chair of the Department of Visual Arts on a visual cultural project at a studio, gallery, or other location in London's region.

Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department.

Course Weight: 0.50
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Fourth-year students with a departmental average of at least 75% have the opportunity to take part in a project-based experiential learning activity at one of our many studio, museum, gallery, or heritage locations in London and surrounding areas. Students will work closely with the Project’s Supervisor.

Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department.

Course Weight: 0.50
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Fourth-year students with a departmental average of at least 75% have the opportunity to take part in a project-based experiential learning activity at one of our many studio, museum, gallery, or heritage locations in London and surrounding areas. Students will work closely with the Project’s Supervisor.

Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department.

Course Weight: 1.00
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An advanced thematic course integrating studio theory and practice.

Prerequisite(s): Registration in years 3 or 4 of a Department of Visual Arts Module, or permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 seminar/studio hours.

Course Weight: 0.50
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An advanced thematic course integrating studio theory and practice.

Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 seminar/studio hours.

Course Weight: 1.00
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Fourth-year honours students with a departmental average of at least 80% may submit a detailed plan of study that must be approved by the Undergraduate Chair and a supervising faculty before registering.

Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours.

Course Weight: 0.50
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An advanced thematic course integrating studio theory and practice.

Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours.

Course Weight: 1.00
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Fourth-year honours students with a departmental average of at least 80% may submit a detailed plan of study that must be approved by the Undergraduate Chair and a supervising faculty before registering.

Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department.

Extra Information: 4 studio hours.

Course Weight: 0.50
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Third of fourth-year honours students with a departmental average of at least 80% may apply to take this accelerated special topics course.

Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department.

Course Weight: 1.00
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