FPA 101 - Introduction to the Arts

Number of Credits: 3
Introduction to the Arts introduces students to the areas of visual arts, dance, music, and theater through an exploration of representative works. This experience will enhance self-expression and a better understanding of the human experience. This course meets the integrated arts requirement of the Maryland State approved Associate of Arts in Teaching degree (Fall & Spring Only) Three hours lecture each week. Three Credits. Three billable hours.

GENERAL EDUCATION Category: Arts and Humanities

Pre-requisite(s): eligibility for ENGL 101.
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Critique various types of arts using knowledge gained throughout the semester (GE1, GE3, GE6, GE8, PG1, PG2, PG4)
Categorize works based on medium (GE8, PG3)
Categorize works based on chronology (GE1, GE8, PG1)
Compare and contrast different types of art within a time period (GE1, GE3, GE4, GE6, GE8, PG1, PG2, PG3, PG5)
Compare and contrast different historical time periods based on art (GE1, GE3, GE4, GE8, PG1, PG2, PG3, PG5)
Understand the relationship of politics and art (GE3, GE8, PG1, PG2)
Understand the relationship of philosophy and art (GE1, GE3, GE6, GE8, PG1, PG2)
Realize the importance of art in a society (GE1, GE3, GE6, GE8, PG1, PG2)