' + '

Art - Design A.A. Degree

CRC’s art curriculum offers introductory and intermediate-level courses in painting, watercolor, digital art, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, and design, as well as courses in art appreciation and art history. Through the program’s art theory and art practice classes, students develop an awareness and understanding of the materials, tools, rationale and significance of art in society.

Total Units:

54-57

First Year

Semester 1

15-16 Units

Course	Units	Pre-Reqs^	Semesters Offered*	GE Area
ART 300 ^Z Drawing and Composition I	3		F, S, Su	CRC Area I
ART 320 ^Z Design: Fundamentals	3		F, S, Su	CRC Area I
CRC Area II(a)-Writing Competency ^Z	3	Recommend meeting with a counselor	F, S, Su	CRC Area II(a)
CRC Area II(b)-Math Competency ^Z	3-4	Recommend meeting with a counselor	F, S, Su	CRC Area II(b)
CRC Area III(b)-Life Development Skills ^Z	3		F, S, Su	CRC Area III(b)

^Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

Semester 2

12 Units

Course	Units	Pre-Reqs^	Semesters Offered*	GE Area
ART 304 Figure Drawing I	3	ART 300	F, S	CRC Area I
ART 323 ^Z Design: Color Theory	3		F, S	CRC Area I
1 course from List B	3	See List B	See List B
CRC Area IV-Natural Sciences ^Z	3		F, S, Su	CRC Area IV
CRC Area VI-Ethnic/ Multicultural Studies ^Z	0		F, S, Su	CRC Area VI

Year 2

Semester 3

13 Units

Course	Units	Pre-Reqs^	Semesters Offered*	GE Area
1 course from List A	3	See List A	See List A
ART 370 ^Z Three Dimensional Design	3		F, S	CRC Area I
CRC Area V(a)-American Institution ^Z	3		F, S, Su	CRC Area V(a)
CRC Area III(a)-Physical Edu Activity ^Z	1		F, S, Su	CRC Area III(a)
Elective ¹	3		F, S, Su

¹ Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

Semester 4

14-16 Units

Course	Units	Pre-Reqs^	Semesters Offered*	GE Area
ARTH 311 ¹ ^Z Art Survey: Modern Art	3		F, S	CRC Area I
1 course from List A	3	See List A	See List A
CRC Area V(b)-Social & Behavioral Sciences ^Z	3		F, S, Su	CRC Area V(b)
Elective ¹	3		F, S, Su
Elective ¹	1-3		F, S, Su
Elective ¹	1		F, S, Su

^You must have passed the prerequisite course(s) with a “C” or better; Corequisite must be taken during the same semester; Advisory means it is recommended but not required to enroll in the course.

*(O) = online available (P) = partially online

¹ Suggested elective (from List B)

² Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

List A-a minimum of 6 units from the following:

Course	Units	Pre-Reqs^	Semesters Offered*	GE Area
ART 301 Digital Drawing and Composition or	3		S	CRC Area I
ART 338 ^Z Introduction to Digital Painting I	3		Check Class Schedule for offering	CRC Area I
ART 325 Introduction to Graphic Design	3	ART 320 or through assessment	Check Class Schedule for offering
ARTNM 324 ^Z Digital Design	3	Advisory: ART 300, ART 320, CISC 302, or JOUR 330	F, S	CRC Area I

List B-a minimum of 3 units from the following:

Course	Units	Pre-Reqs^	Semesters Offered*	GE Area
ARTH 303 ^Z Art Survey: Ancient to 14th Century	3		F, S	CRC Area I
ARTH 309 ^Z Art Survey: Renaissance to 19th Century	3	Advisory: ENGWR 300	F, S	CRC Area I
ARTH 311 ^Z Art Survey: Modern Art	3		F, S	CRC Area I
ARTH 312 ^Z Women in Art	3		S	CRC Area I
ARTH 332 Asian Art	3	Advisory: ENGWR 300	F	CRC Area I or VI

Career Options/Outlook:

Curators administer collections, such as artwork, collectibles, historic items, or scientific specimens of museums or other institutions. May conduct instructional, research, or public service activities of the institution. Career opportunities require more than an associate degree.

A sample of reported job titles:

Collections Curator, Collections Manager, Curator, Education Curator, Exhibitions Curator, Exhibits Curator, Gallery Director, Museum Curator, Photography Curator, Teacher

Projected job openings in California (2020-2030):

170

Projected growth in California (2020-2030):

27% growth

Median Salary in California with advanced degree (2021):

$77,240/yr

Source:

https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/25-4012.00

Transfer notes:

Please meet with a counselor for specific transfer course evaluation or transferring to a specific 4-year institution.

General Education (GE):

Non-specified GE courses identified by CRC Area, CSU Area or IGETC Area without pre- or co-requisite can be taken at any semester.

Honors option:

The CRC Honors Program is designed specifically for academically accomplished students and for students with the potential for high achievement. Students who complete 15 units or more in honors-designated courses will earn special recognition as an Honors Scholar, a distinction that may entitle the student to guaranteed transfer and scholarship opportunities at select transfer colleges and universities.

About this map:

This program map represents one possible pathway to complete the program. Please see a counselor to create an education plan that is customized to meet your needs. This map is not a guarantee of course availability or financial aid applicability.

Zero Textbook Costs (ZTC):

The Zero Textbook Costs designation and logo are added to any course that provides free access to all required instructional materials. These are typically shared with students through Canvas. Courses that are designated as ZTC may still require students to purchase supplemental materials such as lab coats, a calculator, art supplies, etc. See full definitions and searching tips on the Zero Textbook Costs page of the college website.

Catalog Year: 2023-2024

Published May 15, 2023

' + '

Download PDF