Studio Arts, Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)
Banner Code: 1_AAT_ARTS
Control Number: 32536
Financial Aid Eligible
Students graduating with an Associate in Arts in Studio Arts for Transfer Degree are well positioned to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in a similar major within the California State University system with 60 units of upper-division coursework. Students who complete the Studio Arts AA-T degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students must maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum 2.0 is required for CSU admission, some majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult a counselor for more information.
The program will provide an opportunity to develop all the skills necessary to be successful in the field of art. Students build confidence in their abilities and the quality of their professional portfolios. They participate in rigorous problem solving and conceptual assignments to develop critical thinking, creative problem solving and aesthetic understanding skills. This major introduces students to foundation, history and technical knowledge of many facets of Art.
Program Outcomes
- Display competence in the use of tools, materials and concepts by completing a portfolio of original art and design projects.
- Demonstrate ability to evaluate works of art and design through critical discussion and written assignments.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the contribution of art and design to human experience.
- Students will be eligible and prepared for admission (SB 1440 and Education Code 66746) to California State University system schools.
Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements
The following is required for all AA-T or AS-T degrees:
- Minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
- Minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all CSU transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors require a higher GPA. Consult with a counselor for more information.
- Completion of a minimum of 18-semester units in the major as detailed in the Degree and Certificate section of this catalog. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of C (or “P”) or better.
- Certified completion of the Cal-GETC/Breadth.
- A minimum of 12 units in residence within the Coast Colleges (Orange Coast College, Golden West College and/or Coastline College).
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core: (12 units) | ||
| ART A101/A101H | Survey of Western Art from Renaissance to Modern | 3 |
| ART A110 | Color and Design: Two-Dimensional | 3 |
| ART A111 | Color and Design: Three-Dimensional | 3 |
| ART A120/A120H | Beginning Drawing | 3 |
| List A: Select one (3 units) | 3 | |
| Survey of Western Art from Prehistory Through Gothic | ||
| Survey of Asian Art | ||
| Art of Africa, Oceania, and Indigenous North America | ||
| Survey of Modern and Contemporary Art History | ||
| List B: Select three (9-10 units) Curricular Areas | 9.0 - 10.0 | |
| Life Drawing 1 | ||
or ART A124 | Advanced Drawing | |
| Painting 1 | ||
| Printmaking 1 | ||
| Ceramics 1 | ||
| Sculpture 1 | ||
| Introduction to Computer Graphics | ||
| Introduction to Photography | ||
| Jewelry 1 | ||
| Story Illustration Techniques | ||
| Ceramics 2 | ||
| Life Sculpture 1 | ||
| Sculpture 2 | ||
| Personal Expression | ||
| Art Photography | ||
| Jewelry 2 | ||
| Total Major Units | 24.0 - 25.0 | |
| Cal-GETC Requirement | 34.0 | |
| Required units that count toward GE | -3.0 | |
| Transfer elective units needed to satisfy 60-unit degree requirement | 5.0 - 4.0 | |
| Total Degree Units | 60 | |
Program Sequence - Cal-GETC
These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Units | |
| ART A120 or ART A120H |
Beginning Drawing or Beginning Drawing Honors |
3 |
| ART A110 | Color and Design: Two-Dimensional | 3 |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 1A - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 1C- CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 2 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| ART A111 | Color and Design: Three-Dimensional | 3 |
| ART A101 or ART A101H |
Survey of Western Art from Renaissance to Modern 1 or Honors Survey of Western Art from Renaissance to Modern |
3 |
| HIST A170 |
History of the United States to 1876 2 or History of the United States to 1876 Honors or History of the United States Since 1876 or History of the United States Since 1876 Honors |
3 |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 1B - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| ADT List B Course (See Requirements) | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| POLS A180 or POLS A180H |
American Government and Politics 3 or American Government and Politics Honors |
3 |
| ADT List A Course - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Survey of Western Art from Prehistory Through Gothic or Honors Survey of Western Art from Prehistory Through Gothic or Survey of Asian Art or Art of Africa, Oceania, and Indigenous North America or Survey of Modern and Contemporary Art History |
||
| ADT List B Course (See Requirements) | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 4 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 5A no lab - CHOOSE ONE 4 | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 5B with lab - CHOOSE ONE 4 | 4 | |
| ADT List B Course (See Requirements) | 6 | |
| ELECTIVE (UC/CSU TRANSFERABLE) 6 | 2 | |
| Cal-GETC GE AREA 6 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Total Units | 60 | |
- 1
Satisfies Cal-GETC GE AREA 3A
- 2
American Institutions Requirement - CSU Graduation Requirement; or choose one course from Cal-GETC Area 3B or 4
- 3
American Institutions Requirement - CSU Graduation Requirement; or choose one course from Cal-GETC Area 4
- 4
Lab can be taken with 5A or 5B
- 6
VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 TRANSFERABLE UNITS. Not all courses are UC transferable. Please check with your counselor to ensure you have enough transferable units for your transfer goal.