Visual Arts
Associate of Applied Arts (A.A.A.)
Purpose
In addition to developing their creative abilities, students gain experiences with the tools and processes associated with various visual arts media and learn about the exhibition and marketing of artwork.
Admission Requirements and Special Conditions
A high school diploma (or equivalent) and satisfactory scores on college placement tests (or equivalent) in English and mathematics are required. If students have deficiencies in English and/or mathematics, JTCC offers developmental courses to prepare students for the curriculum.
Program Curriculum
| 1st Semester | Credits | Standard Course Options |
|---|---|---|
| ART 101 History and Appreciation of Art I | 3 | |
| ART 111 Introduction to the Arts I | 3 | |
| ART 121 Drawing I | 3 | |
| ART 131 Fundamentals of Design I | 3 | |
| ENG 111 College Composition I | 3 | |
| SDV 100 College Success Skills | 1 | |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
| 2nd Semester | Credits | Standard Course Options |
| ART 102 History and Appreciation of Art II | 3 | |
| ART 122 Drawing II | 3 | |
| ART 132 Fundamentals of Design II | 3 | |
| ART 133 Visual Arts Foundation | 4 | |
| General Elective | 3 | |
| Health or Physical Education Elective | 1 | |
| Total Credits | 17 | |
| 3rd Semester | Credits | Standard Course Options |
| ENG 112 College Composition II | 3 | |
| Information Technology Elective | 1 | |
| CST 100 Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 | |
| Art Elective | 3 | See Note 3. |
| Art Elective | 3 | See Note 3. |
| Photography Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
| 4th Semester | Credits | Standard Course Options |
| Art 287 Portfolio and Resume Preparation | 1 | |
| Art Elective | 3 | See Note 3. |
| Art Elective | 3 | See Note 4. |
| General Elective | 3 | |
| Mathematics/Science Elective | 3 | See Note 2. |
| Social Science Elective | 3 | See Note 1. |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
| Total Credits For Program | 67 |
Notes and Additional Curriculum Options
- The social/behavioral sciences elective requirement can be satisfied by courses with the following prefixes: ECO, GEO, HIS, PLS, PSY and SOC.
- The mathematics/science elective requirement can be satisfied by courses with the following prefixes: BIO, CHM, GOL, MTH, NAS and PHY.
- Acceptable art electives include the following: ART 138, ART 153, ART 154, ART 203, ART 204, ART 217, ART 218, ART 231, ART 232, ART 241, ART 242, ART 243, ART 244, ART 245, ART 246, ART 248, ART 249, ART 259. Students should consult with their academic advisor about other options.
- Must be a culminating experience course (2nd in a sequence or higher): ART 154, ART 204, ART 218, ART 232, ART 242, ART 244, ART 248, or ART 249. Students should consult with their academic advisor about their options.
- Part-time students should consult their faculty advisors regarding appropriate course sequences.
For additional information on this program, please contact the Division of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences: 804-706-5086 (Chester) or 804-594-1509 (Midlothian).
2012-2013 Catalog
