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
- Display competence in the use of tools, materials and concepts by completing a portfolio of original art and design projects.
- Demonstrate ability to evaluate works of art and design through critical discussion and written assignments.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the contribution of art and design to human experience.
- 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:
- Minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
- Minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all CSU transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors require a higher GPA. Consult with a counselor for more information.
- Completion of a minimum of 18-semester units in the major as detailed in the Degree and Certificate section of this catalog. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of C (or “P”) or better.
- Certified completion of the California State University General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU General Education Breadth — Option 2) OR the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC — Option 3).
- A minimum of 12 units in residence within the Coast Colleges (Orange Coast College, Golden West College and/or Coastline College).
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| ART A101/A101H | Survey of Western Art from Renaissance to Modern | 3 |
| ART A110 | Color and Design: Two-Dimensional | 3 |
| ART A111 | Color and Design: Three-Dimensional | 3 |
| ART A120/A120H | Beginning Drawing | 3 |
| List A | ||
| ART A100 & A100H | Survey of Western Art from Prehistory Through Gothic and Honors Survey of Western Art from Prehistory Through Gothic | 3 |
| or ART A103 | Survey of Asian Art | |
| List B | ||
| Select three of the following: | 9-10 | |
| Life Drawing 1 | ||
or ART A124 | Advanced Drawing | |
| Perspective Drawing | ||
| Painting 1 | ||
| Painting 2 | ||
| Sculpture 1 | ||
| Life Sculpture 1 | ||
| Story Illustration Techniques | ||
| Jewelry 1 | ||
| Ceramics 1 | ||
| Ceramics 2 | ||
| Printmaking 1 | ||
| Printmaking 2 | ||
| Screen Process Printing 1 | ||
| Sculpture 2 | ||
| Jewelry 2 | ||
| Introduction to Computer Graphics | ||
| Introduction to Photography | ||
| Personal Expression | ||
| Art Photography | ||
| Program Major Units | 24-25 | |
| CSU or IGETC for CSU | 37-39 | |
| Transferable electives as needed to satisfy unit requirements | Varies | |
| Total Units | 60 | |
Program Sequence - CSU
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.
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Units | |
| ART A120 or ART A120H |
Beginning Drawing or Beginning Drawing Honors |
3 |
| ART A110 | Color and Design: Two-Dimensional | 3 |
| CSU GE AREA A2 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| CSU GE AREA B4 - CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
| CSU GE AREA E - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 15-16 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| ART A111 | Color and Design: Three-Dimensional | 3 |
| ART A101 or ART A101H |
Survey of Western Art from Renaissance to Modern or Honors Survey of Western Art from Renaissance to Modern |
3 |
| CSU GE AREA A1 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| CSU GE AREA A3 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| CSU GE AREA D - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| HIST A170 |
History of the United States to 1876 1 or History of the United States to 1876 Honors or History of the United States Since 1876 or History of the United States Since 1876 Honors |
3 |
| CSU GE AREA B2 with lab - CHOOSE ONE 2 | 4 | |
| ELECTIVE (CSU TRANSFERABLE) 3 | 2 | |
| ADT List A Course - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Survey of Western Art from Prehistory Through Gothic or Honors Survey of Western Art from Prehistory Through Gothic or Survey of Asian Art |
||
| ADT List B Course (See Requirements) | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| PSCI A180 or PSCI A180H |
American Government 1 or American Government Honors |
3 |
| CSU GE AREA B1 no lab - CHOOSE ONE 2 | 3 | |
| ADT List B Course (See Requirements) | 6 | |
| CSU GE AREA F - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Total Units | 60-61 | |
- 1
American Ideals Requirement - CSU Graduation Requirement
- 2
Lab can be taken with B1 or B2
- 3
VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 TRANSFERABLE UNITS
Program Sequence - IGETC
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.
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Units | |
| ART A120 or ART A120H |
Beginning Drawing or Beginning Drawing Honors |
3 |
| ART A110 | Color and Design: Two-Dimensional | 3 |
| IGETC GE AREA 1A - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| IGETC GE AREA 1C - CHOOSE ONE or ELECTIVE (UC TRANSFERABLE) 1 | 3 | |
| IGETC GE AREA 2 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| ART A111 | Color and Design: Three-Dimensional | 3 |
| ART A101 or ART A101H |
Survey of Western Art from Renaissance to Modern or Honors Survey of Western Art from Renaissance to Modern |
3 |
| HIST A170 |
History of the United States to 1876 2 or History of the United States to 1876 Honors or History of the United States Since 1876 or History of the United States Since 1876 Honors |
3 |
| IGETC GE AREA 1B - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| IGETC GE AREA 4 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| PSCI A180 or PSCI A180H |
American Government 3 or American Government Honors |
3 |
| IGETC GE AREA 4 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| IGETC GE AREA 5A no lab - CHOOSE ONE 4 | 3 | |
| ADT List A Course - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Survey of Western Art from Prehistory Through Gothic or Honors Survey of Western Art from Prehistory Through Gothic or Survey of Asian Art |
||
| ADT List B Course (See Requirements) | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| IGETC GE AREA 5B with lab - CHOOSE ONE 4 | 4 | |
| LOTE: Foreign Language or ELECTIVE (UC TRANSFERABLE) 5 | 3-5 | |
| ELECTIVE (UC TRANSFERABLE) 6 | 2 | |
| ADT List B Course (See Requirements) | 6 | |
| Units | 15-17 | |
| Total Units | 60-62 | |
- 1
IGETC GE Area 1C - CSU requirement
- 2
American Ideals Requirement - IGETC GE AREA 3B and CSU Graduation Requirement OR take another course from IGETC GE AREA 3B
- 3
American Ideals Requirement - IGETC GE AREA 4 and CSU Graduation Requirement OR take another course from IGETC GE AREA 4
- 4
Lab can be taken with 5A or 5B
- 5
LOTE Requirement for UC only. If met LOTE through HS then take elective units to meet minimum 60 transferable units
- 6
VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 TRANSFERABLE UNITS