Associate of Arts (A.A.)

Fine Arts

Curriculum Code
0664
Semester Hours Required for Graduation
61
Program Goals

This course of study provides a foundation in computer graphics, animation, design, drawing, sculpture, and photography. It is designed primarily for students who plan to
earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) degree. Fine arts students will learn in the studio in a professional atmosphere.

The Fine Arts program encourages academically strong students to apply to the Honors Program, a challenging environment that enables highly motivated students to best
develop their creative abilities and thus ensure their future professional success.

Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Develop the ability to apply drawing skills.
  2. Develop the ability to apply design skills.
  3. Develop the ability to apply inventive and creative thinking.
  4. Demonstrate knowledge of the disciplines and history of the arts.
Academic Preparation

It is highly recommended that the following criteria be met to begin this program, and it is REQUIRED by the completion of 24 credits:

12th-grade reading level is required. Placement test scores must indicate readiness to begin EN 101-Composition.

Competency in Pre-Algebra or Pre-Statistics is required.

45 Semester Hours 

Course Code
Title
Semester Hours
9
3
3
12
Sub-Total Semester Hours
45

16 Semester Hours 

Course Code
Title
Semester Hours
3
12
Sub-Total Semester Hours
16

Note: Only CI 105 can be substituted for an AR Elective.

Transfer Opportunities 

Transfer opportunities include, but are not limited to: SUNY New Paltz, University at Albany-SUNY, SUNY Purchase, SUNY Plattsburgh, Rhode Island School of Design, Russell Sage, Skidmore, San Francisco Art Institute, Savannah College of Art and Design and Bard College.

With the help of an advisor, students need to carefully plan the sequence of art electives that best suit their career plans.

Course Code
Title
Semester Hours
3
3
Sub-Total Semester Hours
16
Course Code
Title
Semester Hours
3
3
Sub-Total Semester Hours
15
Course Code
Title
Semester Hours
6
3
6
Sub-Total Semester Hours
15
Course Code
Title
Semester Hours
9
6
Sub-Total Semester Hours
15
Total Semester Hours
61