Siena Heights University
ART 253 JEWELRY MAKING II : METAL CASTING 3 Introduction to wax modeling and various casting techniques . Jewelry and small scale sculptural forms will be explored . Prerequisite : ART 113 or ART 121 Studio fee : $ 75 Course is offered : FA and WI Every Year
ART 275 DIGITAL FABRICATION 3 Students will explore a variety of digitally based equipment as it relates to the creation of sculptural objects , installation , and interactive based works . Processes covered typically include 3D printing , CNC milling , laser cutting and engraving , programmable lighting and interactive technologies . Prerequisite : ART 111 Studio fee : $ 75 Course is offered : WI Every Year
ART 353 SCULPTURE : METAL FORMING AND WELDING 3 Introduction to metal forming techniques including raising , forging , and advanced construction techniques which will include TIG and MIG welding . Prerequisite : ART 253 Studio fee : $ 75 Course is offered : FA and WI Every Year
ART 354 SCULPTURE / METALSMITHING III : EXPERIMENTAL SCULPTURE 3 Exploration of non-traditional methods . Emphasis on the development of awareness of the reaction between forms and materials . Prerequisite : ART 353 Studio fee : $ 75 Course is offered : Uncertain
ART 375 SCULPTURE : MATERIAL AND PROCESS 3 Building upon the basic tools and materials covered in ART 121 , this course provides experimentation with a wide variety of materials and techniques such as : mold making and casting , use of found objects and nontraditional materials and use of digital technologies in the sculpture process . Prerequisite : ART 101 or ART 121 Studio fee : $ 75 Course is offered : FA and WI Every Year
ART 440 SCULPTURE : INSTALLATION AND EXPERIMENTAL ART 3 Students will learn to conceptualize , problem solve and construct installation and site specific artworks . Issues regarding the use of traditional and non-traditional materials , project budgeting and research will also be discussed . Prerequisite : ART 121 or ART 356 Studio fee : $ 75 Course is offered : Every Other Year
ART 454 SCULPTURE / METALSMITHING V : FOUND OBJECTS AND SURFACE DESIGN 3 Investigations into non-traditional materials and techniques with an emphasis on the incorporation of found objects and surface design . Prerequisite : ART 440 Studio fee : $ 75 Course is offered : Uncertain
ART 468 SCULPTURE / CERAMICS INTEGRATIVE STUDIES I 3 This course is primarily designed for students preparing for their senior exhibitions . Students develop and execute their own projects under the supervision and guidance of the instructor . The focus will be on developing a cohesive body of work consistent with an overriding theme . Students are encouraged to pursue , develop , and
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