VIS 2014 Artists, Works and Processes

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RATIONALE:

The process of artistic self-realization involves the study of artists, art works, and art process in a cultural context. This course will encourage the student to achieve a greater understanding, and be more aware of, the broad spectrum of the visual arts. The course explores the process of historical networking, that is, the development and extension of certain themes and images that recur throughout the history of the visual arts. The role of the artist in the context of society, the influence of philosophical concepts, politics, culture, and the environment will be discussed. Students will be encouraged to develop an awareness and an understanding of the external influences on their own use of imagery. The development of an emerging personal philosophy based on the application of research and analysis will be encouraged.

SYNOPSIS:

The process of artistic awareness involves the study of artists, artworks and art process in a cultural context. This course will help the student to have a greater understanding and be more aware of the broad spectrum of the visual arts. This course explores the development of certain themes and images that recur throughout the history of the visual arts. The role of art in the context of society, philosophy, and the environment will be discussed. Students will be encouraged to develop an awareness and an understanding of influences on their own work and to recognise and develop an emerging personal philosophy.

OBJECTIVES:

On successful completion of this unit students will be able to:

1. understand the diversity in the interpretation of certain themes and images throughout the history of the visual arts;
2. develop an awareness of the creative process expressed through a range of art works within a cultural, social, and historical context;
3. understand the relationship between aesthetics, philosophy, and stylistic expression in arts practice;
4. research, document and analyse reference material with respect to a directed project;
5. document and critically evaluate personal skills and an aesthetic response in the process of identifying, articulating and presenting an informed philosophical understanding.

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TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed:

ALL textbooks and materials are available for purchase from USQ BOOKSHOP (unless otherwise stated). Orders may be placed via secure internet, free fax 1800642453, phone 07 46312742 (within Australia), or mail. Overseas students should fax +61 7 46311743, or phone +61 7 46312742. For costs, further details, and internet ordering, use the 'Textbook Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au click 'Semester', then enter your 'Course Code' (no spaces).

Will relate to the individual programme of work as undertaken by the individual student.

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ASSESSMENT DETAILS DESCRIPTION: Tutorial Journal of Research, Tutorial Preparation and Participation. Refer to Course Specifications for information about assignment due dates and assessment marking. The Journal will include articles, reviews, tutorial research preparation for oral presentations in tutorials as well as lecture notes.

IMPORTANT ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

1. Attendance requirements:
   It is the students' responsibility to attend and participate appropriate in all activities (such as lectures, tutorials, laboratories and practical work) scheduled for them, and to study all material provided to them or required to be accessed by them to maximise their chance of meeting the objectives of the course and to be informed of course-related activities and administration.
2. Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
   To complete each of the assessment items satisfactorily, students must obtain at least 50% of the marks available for each assessment item.
3. Penalties for late submission of required work:
   If students submit assignments after the due date without prior approval, then a penalty of 10% of the total marks available for the assignment will apply for each of the first FIVE working days late, after which a zero mark will be given.
4. Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
   To be assured of a passing grade, students must demonstrate, via the summative assessment items, that they have achieved the required minimum standards in relation to the objectives of the course by: (i) satisfactorily completing the examination and assignments; and (ii) obtaining at least 50% of the total weighted marks for all summative assessment items.
5. Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
   The final grades for students will be assigned on the basis of the weighted aggregate of the marks (or grades) obtained for each of the summative assessment items in the course.
6. Examination information:
   There is no exam for this course.
7. Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
   Given the details under (6) above, there are no deferred exams for this course. However, if any deferred/makeup work is granted, it would have to be submitted by a date set by the examiner.
8. University Regulations:
   Students should read USQ Regulations 5.1 Definitions, 5.6. Assessment, and 5.10 Academic Misconduct for further information and to avoid actions which might contravene University Regulations. These regulations can be found at the URL http://www.usq.edu.au/corporateservices/calendar/part5.htm or in the current USQ Handbook.

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