Timeroom: Spring 2025

Durham Liberal Arts :: Art History

ARTH 796 (02) - Independent Study: Art History

Independent Study: Art History

Credits: 1.0 to 4.0
Term: Spring 2025 - Full Term (01/21/2025 - 05/05/2025)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 5
CRN: 56329

Open to highly qualified juniors or seniors who have completed the advanced level courses. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits. Written proposal required and permission from supervising faculty member.

Department Approval Required. Contact Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits.

Equivalent(s): ARTS 796

Instructors: Ivo Van der Graaff

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/21/2025	5/5/2025		Hours Arranged	TBA

Durham Liberal Arts :: Art History

ARTH 799 (01) - Seminar in Art History

Seminar in Art History

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2025 - Full Term (01/21/2025 - 05/05/2025)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 15
CRN: 56330

Topics and prerequisites to be announced before registration. May be repeated with permission of instructor.

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits.

Equivalent(s): ARTS 799

Attributes: Writing Intensive Course

Instructors: Ivo Van der Graaff

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/21/2025	5/5/2025	R	2:10pm - 5:00pm	PCAC A105

Additional Course Details:

Digital Methods in Art History

With the rise of new applications and technologies, disciplines like Art History are developing innovative research strategies and methods of inquiry. This seminar explores how these technologies can be applied to Art History. Throughout the semester, students will engage with case studies to learn about digitizing art collections, data visualization, text analysis, mapping, and the use of technologies such as virtual reality, 3D modeling, and 3D printing. The aim is for students to develop foundational skills in digital applications and understand how to use them as tools for research.

Durham Liberal Arts :: Arts/History & Studio

ARTS 501 (01) - Introductory Ceramics

Introductory Ceramics

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2025 - Full Term (01/21/2025 - 05/05/2025)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 18
CRN: 50762
Special Fees: $65.00

Theory and practice of basic ceramics; includes all methods of basic construction, decoration, glazing, and kiln firing. Emphasis on each individual's perceptual development. Lab.

Instructors: STAFF

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/21/2025	5/5/2025	MW	9:10am - 12:00pm	SERV 4

Durham Liberal Arts :: Arts/History & Studio

ARTS 501 (02) - Introductory Ceramics

Introductory Ceramics

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2025 - Full Term (01/21/2025 - 05/05/2025)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 18
CRN: 50967
Special Fees: $65.00

Theory and practice of basic ceramics; includes all methods of basic construction, decoration, glazing, and kiln firing. Emphasis on each individual's perceptual development. Lab.

Instructors: STAFF

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/21/2025	5/5/2025	TR	9:40am - 12:30pm	SERV 4

Durham Liberal Arts :: Arts/History & Studio

ARTS 510 (01) - Principles of Design

Principles of Design

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2025 - Full Term (01/21/2025 - 05/05/2025)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 17
CRN: 53055

An introduction to the principles of design. Students will explore the foundational elements and processes of design principles found in the development of the fine and commercial arts. Lectures will explore the history of design concepts and movements, while studio/lab sessions will enable students to develop their own projects and animation designs. Students will develop basic proficiencies in design software programs.

Attributes: Fine&PerformingArts(Discovery)

Instructors: Amanda Letscher

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/21/2025	5/5/2025	MW	9:10am - 12:00pm	PCAC A203

Durham Liberal Arts :: Arts/History & Studio

ARTS 510 (02) - Principles of Design

Principles of Design

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2025 - Full Term (01/21/2025 - 05/05/2025)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 17
CRN: 53428

Attributes: Fine&PerformingArts(Discovery)

Instructors: Amanda Letscher

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/21/2025	5/5/2025	MW	2:10pm - 5:00pm	PCAC A203

Durham Liberal Arts :: Arts/History & Studio

ARTS 520 (01) - Principles of Architectural Design

Architectural Design

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2025 - Full Term (01/21/2025 - 05/05/2025)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 17
CRN: 56331

An entry level architectural design studio. Course assignments feature hand drafting, hand rendering, model building, and project presentations while developing skills in verbal, written, and graphic communication. Drafting, hand-rendering, and model making materials and tools are required for this course. Knowledge of CAD or 3-D computer modeling is required.

Instructors: STAFF

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/21/2025	5/5/2025	TR	6:10pm - 9:00pm	PCAC A312

Durham Liberal Arts :: Arts/History & Studio

ARTS 525 (01) - Introductory Woodworking

Introductory Woodworking

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2025 - Full Term (01/21/2025 - 05/05/2025)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 17
CRN: 50358
Special Fees: $45.00

This course introduces students to the process of designing and building furniture with wood as the primary material. Students think creatively to brainstorm and develop their own, individual designs and use a variety of hand tools, power tools, and machines to build their objects. This course is a prerequisite to upper level woodworking and furniture design workshop courses, which subsequently investigate more sophisticated furniture concepts and woodworking techniques. Studio.

Attributes: Fine&PerformingArts(Discovery)

Instructors: Leah Woods

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/21/2025	5/5/2025	TR	9:40am - 12:30pm	SERV 14

Durham Liberal Arts :: Arts/History & Studio

ARTS 532 (01) - Introductory Drawing

Introductory Drawing

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2025 - Full Term (01/21/2025 - 05/05/2025)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 27
CRN: 50076

This course is an introduction to the basic principles of studio drawing. Students work towards mastering the technical skills to produce drawings from observation, a working knowledge of the historical time line in drawing, and insight into the complexities of the creative process. A variety of materials are explored, pencil, charcoal, ink and collage. Art historical and contemporary drawing practices are shown in lectures and books to amplify the concepts introduced in the daily studio work.

Equivalent(s): ARTS 532H

Attributes: Fine&PerformingArts(Discovery)

Instructors: Sarah Elliott

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/21/2025	5/5/2025	MW	9:10am - 12:00pm	PCAC A305B

Durham Liberal Arts :: Arts/History & Studio

ARTS 532 (02) - Introductory Drawing

Introductory Drawing

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2025 - Full Term (01/21/2025 - 05/05/2025)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 27
CRN: 50077

Equivalent(s): ARTS 532H

Attributes: Fine&PerformingArts(Discovery)

Instructors: Sarah Elliott

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/21/2025	5/5/2025	MW	2:10pm - 5:00pm	PCAC A305B