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Studio Arts AA-T Degree

Completion of this degree provides a foundation in studio art methods.  Program offerings include coursework in art history, 2-D, and 3-D studio practices.  This degree is designed to provide a seamless transfer pathway for students interested in pursuing at least one art studio degree option in the California State University (CSU) system.

Total Units:
61-62

First Year

Semester 1

15-16 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
ART 300
Drawing and Composition I
3
F, S, Su
ART 320
Design: Fundamentals
3
F, S
CalGETC Area 1A-English Composition
3
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 1A
CalGETC Area 2-Math Competency
3-4
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 2
CalGETC Area 6-Ethnic Studies
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 6

Semester 2

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
1 course from List A
3
See List A
See List A
ART 370
Three Dimensional Design
3
F, S
ARTH 309
Art Survey: Renaissance to 19th Century
3
Advisory: ENGL C1000
F, S
CalGETC Area 1C-Oral Communication
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 1C
CalGETC Area 4-Social & Behavioral Sciences 1
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 4

1 A total of 6 units from 2 disciplines is required to satisfy Area 4.

Year 2

Semester 3

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
ARTH 303
Art Survey: Ancient to 14th Century or
3
F, S
ARTH 311
Art Survey: Modern Art or
3
F, S
ARTH 332
Asian Art
3
F
1 course from List A
3
See List A
See List A
CalGETC Area 1B-Critical Thinking
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 1B
CalGETC Area 4-Social & Behavioral Science 1
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 4
CalGETC Area 5A-Physical Science
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 5A

1 A total of 6 units from 2 disciplines is required to satisfy Area 4.

Semester 4

16 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
1 course from List A
3
See List A
See List A
CalGETC Area 3B-Humanitites
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 3B
CalGETC Area 5B-Biological Science
3
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 5B
CalGETC Area 5C-Biol/Phys Sci Lab
1
F, S, Su
Cal-GETC Area 5C
Any Transferable Elective 1
3
F, S, Su
Any Transferable Elective 1
3
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 Units required are determined by the number of 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 3 courses, each from a different category listed below:

Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
DRAWING
0
ART 302
Drawing and Composition II or
3
ART 300
F, S, Su
ART 304
Figure Drawing I
3
ART 300
F, S
COLOR THEORY COLOR
0
ART 323
Design: Color Theory
3
F, S
PAINTING
0
ART 327
Painting I or
3
Advisory: ART 300
F, S
ART 336
Watercolor Painting
3
Check Class Schedule for offering
PRINTMAKING
0
ART 361
Printmaking: Survey
3
S
SCULPTURE
0
ART 372
Sculpture
3
F, S
CERAMICS
0
ART 402
Beginning Clay Sculpture
3
F, S, Su
PHOTOGRAPHY
0
PHOTO 301
Beginning Photography
3
F, S

Career Options/Outlook:

Fine Artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators create original artwork using any of a wide variety of media and techniques.  

Individuals with baccalaureate degrees in art may have a professional fine art studio practice, K-12 education fields, arts administration within commercial or institutional museums, galleries, and community arts as registrars, preparators, educators, and curatorial staff. Individuals may also work as graphic artists or designers, illustrators, digital artists, framers, art handling/shipping, and other commercial work such as photography. 

Advanced degrees in art may lead to careers as educators at the college or university level, art therapy, art directors, art editors, curators, conservators, and restorers for museums and galleries. Many careers may require training beyond the baccalaureate level. Career opportunities require more than an associate degree.

A sample of reported job titles:

Artist, Fine Artist, Painter, Portrait Artist, Medical Artist, Cartoonist, Ceramicist, Sculptor, Designer, Printmaker, Illustrator, Muralist, Teacher, Animator, Concept Artist, Game Artist, Web Designer, Graphic Artist, Photographer, Arts Administration, Community Arts worker, Curator, Museum/Gallery Director, Exhibition Designer, Preparator, Registrar, Museum Education, Gallerist, Conservator, Art Handler, Production Artist, Creative Director, Tattoo Artist, Interior Designer, Industrial Design, Fashion Design

Projected job openings in California (2020-2030):

330

Projected growth in California (2020-2030):

7% growth

Median Salary in California with advanced degree (2021):

$62,490/yr

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.

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 without pre- or co-requisite can be taken at any semester.

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: 2025-2026

Published April 29, 2025

Counselor Contact: Mike Chappell  | Faculty Contact: Robin Johnson

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