Art History Courses
Please note that the frequency of course offerings below is subject to change without notice, because of changes in faculty availability, sabbaticals and leaves, and other circumstances. Please consult the latest Schedule of Classes (and supplement), myBerea, revisions to online Catalog & Student Handbook, and/or the Program Coordinator to determine if a course will be offered during a certain term or year, especially if Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) is a factor.
ARH 121
Survey of Western Art I
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
A chronological consideration of the visual arts from pre-historic through Medieval times. Major developments in periods, styles, and artists will be discussed relative to time, place, and context. NOTE: Students who have previously completed ARH 121 or 124 (formerly ART 120 or 124) or ART 186 (in 2007-2008 or 2008-2009), may repeat this course with permission of the instructor.
A chronological consideration of the visual arts from pre-historic through Medieval times. Major developments in periods, styles, and artists will be discussed relative to time, place, and context. NOTE: Students who have previously completed ARH 121 or 124 (formerly ART 120 or 124) or ART 186 (in 2007-2008 or 2008-2009), may repeat this course with permission of the instructor.
1 Course Credit
ARH 124
Survey of Western Art II
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
A chronological consideration of the visual arts from Renaissance through Modern times. Major developments in periods, styles, and artists will be discussed relative to time, place, and context. NOTE: Students who have previously completed ARH 121 or 124, (formerly ART 120 or 124) or ART 186 (in 2007-2008 or 2008-2009), may repeat this course with permission of the instructor.
A chronological consideration of the visual arts from Renaissance through Modern times. Major developments in periods, styles, and artists will be discussed relative to time, place, and context. NOTE: Students who have previously completed ARH 121 or 124, (formerly ART 120 or 124) or ART 186 (in 2007-2008 or 2008-2009), may repeat this course with permission of the instructor.
1 Course Credit
ARH 186
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by course instructor
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
1/2 to 1 Course Credit
ARH 232
Classical Art & Archaeology
Prerequisite: GSTR 210
Offered: Typically alternate years (first offered Fall 2011)
A survey of the visual and material cultures of the Classical world, from earliest times through the end of the Western Roman Empire. Architecture, sculpture, ceramics, painting, jewelry, tools, settlement patterns, human remains, and other types of evidence for ancient life and aesthetics are discussed in their historical contexts.
Offered: Typically alternate years (first offered Fall 2011)
A survey of the visual and material cultures of the Classical world, from earliest times through the end of the Western Roman Empire. Architecture, sculpture, ceramics, painting, jewelry, tools, settlement patterns, human remains, and other types of evidence for ancient life and aesthetics are discussed in their historical contexts.
1 Course Credit
ARH 233
Art&Arch Ancnt Nr East&Egypt
Prerequisite: GSTR 210
Offered: Typically alternate years (first offered Fall 2010)
A survey of the emergence of civilization in the ancient Near East and Egypt through the art and material culture of the region, from the Paleolithic period through the conquests of Alexander the Great. Architecture, sculpture, ceramics, painting, jewelry, textiles, tools, settlement patterns, human remains, and other types of evidence for ancient life, aesthetics, and thought are discussed in their cultural, technological, and historical contexts. NOTE: Noncredit for students who completed ART 286B in Spring 2009.
Offered: Typically alternate years (first offered Fall 2010)
A survey of the emergence of civilization in the ancient Near East and Egypt through the art and material culture of the region, from the Paleolithic period through the conquests of Alexander the Great. Architecture, sculpture, ceramics, painting, jewelry, textiles, tools, settlement patterns, human remains, and other types of evidence for ancient life, aesthetics, and thought are discussed in their cultural, technological, and historical contexts. NOTE: Noncredit for students who completed ART 286B in Spring 2009.
1 Course Credit
ARH 234
Intro to Archaeological Method
Prerequisite: GSTR 210
Offered: Typically alternate years (first offered Spring 2012)
This course serves as an introduction to the practice of archaeology. We will survey why and how we do archaeology, and what practical, legal, and ethical constraints affect our decision-making processes. The course blends reading, lecture, and discussion with fieldwork and laboratory practice. NOTE: Noncredit for students who completed ARH 286H or ART 286B in Spring 2010.
Offered: Typically alternate years (first offered Spring 2012)
This course serves as an introduction to the practice of archaeology. We will survey why and how we do archaeology, and what practical, legal, and ethical constraints affect our decision-making processes. The course blends reading, lecture, and discussion with fieldwork and laboratory practice. NOTE: Noncredit for students who completed ARH 286H or ART 286B in Spring 2010.
1 Course Credit
ARH 238
History & Analysis of Craft
Prerequisite: GSTR 110 (or waiver)
Offered: Typically alternate years (first offered Spring 2012)
A survey of the history of a craft and the range of concepts and techniques used to understand the objects and those who have produced and consumed them. It will focus on art historical, archaeological, and anthropological methods and discoveries and will incorporate lecture, discussion, and laboratory approaches. The craft under consideration will vary and will be established by the course instructor.
Offered: Typically alternate years (first offered Spring 2012)
A survey of the history of a craft and the range of concepts and techniques used to understand the objects and those who have produced and consumed them. It will focus on art historical, archaeological, and anthropological methods and discoveries and will incorporate lecture, discussion, and laboratory approaches. The craft under consideration will vary and will be established by the course instructor.
1 Course Credit
ARH 239
Native Nrth Amer Art&Archaelog
Prerequisite: GSTR 210
Offered: Typically alternate years (first offered Spring 2011)
A survey of the visual and material cultures of North America, from first colonization through the 17th century AD, with emphasis on the art and archaeology of prehistoric Kentucky and neighboring states. Ceramics, tools, earthworks, architecture, jewelry, textiles, settlement patterns, human remains, DNA evidence, and other types of evidence for prehistoric life and aesthetics are discussed in their cultural contexts. The techniques of art and archaeology that have revealed these structures and objects and allow us to interpret what we have found will be introduced, as will the legal and ethical controversies regarding the excavation, collection, and study of Native North American artifacts.
Offered: Typically alternate years (first offered Spring 2011)
A survey of the visual and material cultures of North America, from first colonization through the 17th century AD, with emphasis on the art and archaeology of prehistoric Kentucky and neighboring states. Ceramics, tools, earthworks, architecture, jewelry, textiles, settlement patterns, human remains, DNA evidence, and other types of evidence for prehistoric life and aesthetics are discussed in their cultural contexts. The techniques of art and archaeology that have revealed these structures and objects and allow us to interpret what we have found will be introduced, as will the legal and ethical controversies regarding the excavation, collection, and study of Native North American artifacts.
1 Course Credit
ARH 242
Medieval Art
Prerequisite: GSTR 210
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2012-2013)
A survey of Medieval art in the West and the East from the early Christian period just prior to the advent of Constantine through the end of the French Gothic period and the Byzantine Empire. Arts Perspective and Western History Perspective. NOTE: Noncredit for students who took this course as ART 242.
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2012-2013)
A survey of Medieval art in the West and the East from the early Christian period just prior to the advent of Constantine through the end of the French Gothic period and the Byzantine Empire. Arts Perspective and Western History Perspective. NOTE: Noncredit for students who took this course as ART 242.
1 Course Credit
ARH 245
19th & 20th Century Art
Prerequisite: For Art majors, ARH 121 and 124 (formerly ART 120) with a grade of C or higher; or perm. of instructor
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
Nineteenth-century revolutions in art (painting, sculpture, architecture) and their impact on 20th-century art. Students will study the interaction between the arts in the contemporary world and other forces shaping today’s society. NOTE: Noncredit for students who took this course as ART 245.
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
Nineteenth-century revolutions in art (painting, sculpture, architecture) and their impact on 20th-century art. Students will study the interaction between the arts in the contemporary world and other forces shaping today’s society. NOTE: Noncredit for students who took this course as ART 245.
1 Course Credit
ARH 248
Islamic Art&Architecture (AST)
Prerequisites: GSTR 210
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2011-2012)
A study of Islamic art and architecture in the Middle East, North Africa, and Spain. Arts Perspective and Religion Perspective.
NOTE: Noncredit for students who took this course as ART 248.
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2011-2012)
A study of Islamic art and architecture in the Middle East, North Africa, and Spain. Arts Perspective and Religion Perspective.
NOTE: Noncredit for students who took this course as ART 248.
1 Course Credit
ARH 250
Indian & SE Asian Art His(AST)
Prerequisite: GSTR 210
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2012-2013)
A survey of the religious art (Buddhist, Dravidian, Hindu, Islamic, Jain) of India and Southeast Asia. Arts Perspective and Religion Perspective. NOTE: Noncredit for students who took this course as ART 250.
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2012-2013)
A survey of the religious art (Buddhist, Dravidian, Hindu, Islamic, Jain) of India and Southeast Asia. Arts Perspective and Religion Perspective. NOTE: Noncredit for students who took this course as ART 250.
1 Course Credit
ARH 267
Colonial & Mod Latin Amer Art
Prerequisite: GSTR 210
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2011-2012)
The art and architecture of Mexico, Central America, and South America from the 16th century to modern times examining the impact of Western colonialism. Arts Perspective and World Culture (Western) component of the International Perspective. NOTE: Noncredit for students who took this course as ART 267.
Offered: Typically alternate years (next offered 2011-2012)
The art and architecture of Mexico, Central America, and South America from the 16th century to modern times examining the impact of Western colonialism. Arts Perspective and World Culture (Western) component of the International Perspective. NOTE: Noncredit for students who took this course as ART 267.
1 Course Credit
ARH 286
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by course instructor
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
1/2 to 1 Course Credit
ARH 340
Seminar in Art History
Prerequisite: One 200-level ARH course or permission of the instructor
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
Advanced study in the area of Art History. Specific topic announced in the Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit, provided the topic differs from that studied previously.
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
Advanced study in the area of Art History. Specific topic announced in the Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit, provided the topic differs from that studied previously.
1 Course Credit
ARH 386
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by course instructor
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
1/2 to 1 Course Credit
ARH 390A
Independent Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
1 Course Credit
ARH 390B
Independent Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
1 Course Credit
ARH 395
Internship
Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing
Offered: Typically every term
An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to 3 course credits in one regular term; 1.5 course credits in Summer One Term; or 1 to 2 course credits in Summer Two Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. All Internships meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.
Offered: Typically every term
An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to 3 course credits in one regular term; 1.5 course credits in Summer One Term; or 1 to 2 course credits in Summer Two Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. All Internships meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.
1 to 3 Course Credits
ARH 397A
Team Initiated Study w/ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
1 Course Credit
ARH 397B
Team Initiated Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
1 Course Credit
ARH 398
Directed Study
Prerequisites: Will vary, but always will include permission of instructor
Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.
Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.
1 Course Credit
ARH 450
Adv Research in Art History
Prerequisite: ARH 340
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
The capstone course for the Art History concentration. A study of problems, conflicting interpretations involving specific periods, major writings, or classical writings of Art History.
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
The capstone course for the Art History concentration. A study of problems, conflicting interpretations involving specific periods, major writings, or classical writings of Art History.
1 Course Credit
ARH 486
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by course instructor
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes."
1/2 to 1 Course Credit
ARH 490A
Independent Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
1 Course Credit
ARH 490B
Independent Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 390/490A; others will be 390/490B.
1 Course Credit
ARH 495
Internship
Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing
Offered: Typically every term
An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to 3 course credits in one regular term; 1.5 course credits in Summer One Term; or 1 to 2 course credits in Summer Two Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. All Internships meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.
Offered: Typically every term
An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to 3 course credits in one regular term; 1.5 course credits in Summer One Term; or 1 to 2 course credits in Summer Two Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. All Internships meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.
1 to 3 Course Credits
ARH 497A
Team Initiated Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
1 Course Credit
ARH 497B
Team Initiated Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
1 Course Credit
ARH 498
Directed Study
Prerequisites: Will vary, but always will include permission of instructor
Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.
Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students.
1 Course Credit
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