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AGRI 2321. Live Animal Evaluation. (3-3-3)
Basic principles and concepts in selection and evaluation of beef cattle, sheep, swine and horses. The ability
to present concise and accurate oral and written reasons for selection, grading and ranking is stressed. Lab
fee.
AGRI 2330. Wildlife Management
. (3-1-3)
Principles and practices used in the production and improvement of wildlife resources. Aesthetic, ecological
and recreations uses of public and private lands. This course emphasizes the needs of wildlife and how the
habitat may be manipulated to improve existing conditions. Particular emphasis is placed on the
management practices that are applicable to East Texas. Lab fee.
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ARTS 1301. Art Appreciation. (3-3-0)
Core Area 050.
A general introduction to the visual arts designed to create an appreciation of the vocabulary, media,
techniques and purposes of the creative process. Students will critically interpret and evaluate works of art
within formal, cultural and historical contexts.
ARTS 1303. Art History to the 14
th
Century. (3-3-0)
Core Area 050.
A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts of the visual arts from prehistoric times to the
14
th
century. Includes eras of art and architecture from prehistoric times, Egyptian, Greek, Roman,
Byzantine and Gothic.
ARTS 1304. Art History from the 14
th
Century. (3-3-0)
Core Area 050.
A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts of the visual arts from the 14th century to the
present. Covers movements in art and architecture, including the Renaissance, Baroque, Neoclassical,
Impressionist, modern, postmodern and contemporary.
ARTS 1311. 2D Design. (3-3-3)
An introduction to the fundamental terminology, concepts, theory and application of two-dimensional
design. Emphasis on two-dimensional design; includes the fundamentals of line, color, form, texture, shape,
space and arrangement. Lab fee
.
ARTS 1312 3D Design (3-3-3)
An introduction to the fundamental terminology, concepts, theory and application of three-dimensional
design. Basic concepts of design with three-dimensional materials are explored. The use of mass, space,
movement, and texture, line, plane, volume, color and scale is considered. Lab fee.
ARTS 2311 Design (3-3-3)
Prerequisite: ARTS 1311 or ARTS 1312 or approval of instructor
Elements and principles of art using two- and three-dimensional concepts. Continue design with two- or
three-dimensional materials. The use of mass, space, movement, and texture, line, plane, volume, color and
scale is considered. Lab fee.
ARTS 1313. Basic Art Foundations and Projects. (3-3-3)
An introduction to the creative media with emphasis on art projects appropriate to the elementary
curriculum. Enhancing artistic awareness and sensitivity through the creative and imaginative use of art
materials and tools is the focus of the course. Students will also be exposed to art history and culture
through the exploration of a variety of art works with an emphasis on aesthetic judgment and growth. Lab
fee.
ARTS 1316. Drawing I. (3-3-3)
A foundation course exploring drawing with emphasis on descriptive, expressive and conceptual
approaches. Students will learn to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and
techniques. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will engage in critical analysis and begin
to develop their understanding of drawing as a discipline. Lab fee.
