Art and Technology (BA/BS)

The art and technology major combines time-based, interactive, and experimental design skills with critical approaches to contemporary art and theory. Led by internationally known faculty members—who are also practicing artists—the Art and Technology program offers courses in:

• 2D and 3D animation
• Illustration, imaging, and experimental design
• Interactivity, programming, and games
• Video art and installation

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate technical and material competency.
• Demonstrate visual literacy.
• Understand historical and cultural context from a variety of perspectives.
• Exercise critical thinking, analysis and discourse.
• Synthesize technical and conceptual understanding into an independent art making practice.

Art and Technology Major Requirements

Courses used to fulfill the major requirements must be passed with a grade of C- or better or a mark of Pass (P or P*).

No more than 12 credits passed with a mark of Pass (P or P*) will count towards major requirements.

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History of Design (ARH 358) is recommended

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At least 24 of these credits must be in digital arts (ARTD) studio courses.

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 A maximum of 6 credits in Internship: [Topic] (ARTD 404) and a maximum of 12 credits in Practicum: [Topic] (ARTD 406) may be counted toward the 36 upper-division digital arts credits.

Recommended Electives

The following courses are strongly recommended to satisfy science group requirements:

Additional Electives to Enhance Your Program

Four-Year Degree Plan

The degree plan shown is only a sample of how students may complete their degrees in four years. There are alternative ways. Students should consult their advisor to determine the best path for them.

Bachelor of Arts in Art and Technology

Bachelor of Science in Art and Technology