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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

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Display competence in the use of tools, materials and concepts by completing a portfolio of original art and design projects.
  2. Demonstrate ability to evaluate works of art and design through critical discussion and written assignments.
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of the contribution of art and design to human experience.
  4. 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:

  1. Minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
  2. Minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all CSU transferable courseworkWhile a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors require a higher GPAConsult with a counselor for more information.
  3. Completion of a minimum of 18-semester units in the major as detailed in the Degree and Certificate section of this catalogAll courses in the major must be completed with a grade of C (or “P”) or better.
  4. Certified completion of the Cal-GETC/Breadth.
  5. 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)
ARTH C1200Survey of Art from the Renaissance to Contemporary3
or ARTH C1200H Survey of Art from the Renaissance to Contemporary - Honors
ART A110Color and Design: Two-Dimensional3
ART A111Color and Design: Three-Dimensional3
ART A120Beginning Drawing3
or ART A120H Beginning Drawing Honors
List A: Select one (3 units)3
ARTH C1100Survey of Art from Prehistory to the Medieval Era3
or ARTH C1100H Survey of Art from Prehistory to the Medieval Era - Honors
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 Areas9.0 - 10.0
Life Drawing 1
Advanced Drawing
Painting 1
Printmaking 1
Ceramics 1
Sculpture 1
Introduction to Computer Graphics
Introduction to Photography
Introduction to Photography Honors
Jewelry 1
Story Illustration Techniques
Ceramics 2
Life Sculpture 1
Sculpture 2
Personal Expression
Art Photography
Jewelry 2
Total Major Units24.0 - 25.0
Cal-GETC Requirement34.0
Required units that count toward GE-3.0
Transfer elective units needed to satisfy 60-unit degree requirement5.0 - 4.0
Total Degree Units60

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. 

Plan of Study Grid
Year 1
Semester 1Units
ART A120
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
 Units15
Semester 2
ART A111 Color and Design: Three-Dimensional 3
ARTH C1200
Survey of Art from the Renaissance to Contemporary
or Survey of Art from the Renaissance to Contemporary - Honors
3
HIST C1001
History of the United States to 1877 2
or History of the United States to 1877 - Honors
or United States History since 1865
or United States History since 1865 - Honors
3
Cal-GETC GE AREA 1B - CHOOSE ONE 3
ADT List B Course (See Requirements) 3
 Units15
Year 2
Semester 1
POLS C1000
American Government and Politics 3
or American Government and Politics Honors
3
ADT List A Course - CHOOSE ONE 3
ARTH C1100
Survey of Art from Prehistory to the Medieval Era
or Survey of Art from Prehistory to the Medieval Era - Honors
or Survey of Asian Art
or Art of Africa, Oceania, and Indigenous North America
or Survey of Modern and Contemporary Art History
3
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
 Units18
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
 Units15
 Total Units63
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.