Academic Programs ARTS & HUMANITIES

Academic Programs ARTS & HUMANITIES

ARTS & HUMANITIES The Arts and Humanities programs at Tidewater Community College engage students in a full spectrum of artistic and expressive studies utilizing the most up-to-date technical platforms. Career Studies Certificates are available for Music and Theatre students who may wish to fine-tune their skills, add new ones, or explore entry-level study paths. Associate of Applied Science Degrees are more comprehensive programs designed to prepare students for specific careers in Graphic Design and Studio Arts. Graphic Design Associate of Applied Science Degree Graphic Design: Advertising Design Associate of Applied Science Degree Graphic Design: Multimedia Associate of Applied Science Degree Liberal Arts Associate of Arts Degree (transfer) Music Career Studies Certificate Studio Arts Associate of Applied Science Degree Studio Arts: Glass Associate of Applied Science Degree Studio Arts: Photographic Media Arts Associate of Applied Science Degree Studio Arts: Pre-Art Therapy Associate of Applied Science Degree Theatre Arts Career Studies Certificate tcc.edu/academics/arts-humanities TCC Information Center: 757-822-1122 or 1-800-371-0898

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE Graphic Design The Associate of Applied Science degree in Graphic Design teaches students how to design for print and the web. They will learn the specialized computer and design skills needed to create logos, magazine layouts, brochures, web pages, or any of the limitless design tasks graphic artists are called upon to invent. Graphic designers create the visual world of print and electronic media from logos to books, magazines to billboards, TV to the Internet. TIDEWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE From here, go anywhere. TM

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE GRAPHIC DESIGN (66-67 CREDITS) Curriculum can be completed in four semesters Course Curriculum SEMESTER 1 (BASED ON A FALL SEMESTER START) (15 CREDITS) CREDITS ART 131 Fundamentals of Design I 3 ART 250 History of Design 3 ART 283 Computer Graphics I 4 ENG 111 College Composition I 3 SDV 100 College Success Skills 1 Health/Physical Education Elective 4 1 SEMESTER 2 (17 CREDITS) ART 121 Drawing I 3 ART 141 Typography I 4 ART 202 History of Art II 3 ART 284 Computer Graphics II 4 ENG 112 College Composition II 3 SEMESTER 3 (18 CREDITS) ART 122 Drawing II 3 ART 209 Creative Concepts and Copywriting 3 ART 251 Communication Design I 3 HIS 111 History of World Civilization I 3 PHT 101 Photography I 3 Natural Science Elective 1 or Mathematics Elective 1 3 SEMESTER 4 (16-17 CREDITS) ART 252 Communication Design II 3 ART 263 Interactive Design I 4 ART 286 Communication Arts Workshop 2 3 HIS 112 History of World Civilization II 3 Approved Graphic Design Elective 3 3-4 Total Minimum Credits 66-67 1 Eligible courses are listed on page 35 in the 2015-2016 catalog. See your academic advisor or counselor to choose the appropriate course(s). 2 ART 286 should be taken in the final semester before graduation and is offered in the fall and spring semesters only. 3 Students may choose from any of the listed courses for which they have the prerequisite and that is not already a requirement in their specialization: ART 122, ART 201, ART 203, ART 208, ART 251, ART 252, ART 263, ART 264, ART 270, ART 271, ART 290*, ART 297*, and PHT 135. *Requires permission of Visual Arts Center Director. 4 Students may select any of the following courses to meet this requirement: DIT 121, 125; HLT 100, 105, 106, 110, 116, 121, 130, 138, 141, 150, 160, 200, 204, 215; PED (any activity course). tcc.edu/academics/arts-humanities TCC Information Center: 757-822-1122 or 1-800-371-0898 Tidewater Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in its programs or activities. Inquiries related to the college s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Director of Human Resources, Post Office Box 9000, Norfolk, VA 23509-9000, 757-822- 1708.

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE Graphic Design: Advertising Design The Advertising Design specialization teaches students the computer and design skills, marketing and public relations expertise needed to work in the field of advertising as a layout artist, a copywriter, a freelance graphic designer, or in marketing and sales. TIDEWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE From here, go anywhere. TM

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE GRAPHIC DESIGN (65-66 CREDITS) Specialization: Advertising Design Curriculum can be completed in four semesters Course Curriculum SEMESTER 1 (BASED ON A FALL SEMESTER START) (17 CREDITS) CREDITS ART 131 Fundamentals of Design I 3 ART 250 History of Design 3 ART 283 Computer Graphics I 4 ENG 111 College Composition I 3 MKT 100 Principles of Marketing 3 SDV 100 College Success Skills 1 SEMESTER 2 (17 CREDITS) ART 121 Drawing I 3 ART 141 Typography I 4 ART 202 History of Art II 3 ART 284 Computer Graphics II 4 ENG 112 College Composition II 3 SEMESTER 3 (16 CREDITS) ART 209 Creative Concepts and Copywriting 3 ART 251 Communication Design I 3 HIS 111 History of World Civilization I 3 MKT 220 Principles of Advertising 3 PHT 101 Photography I 3 Health/Physical Education Elective 4 1 SEMESTER 4 (15-16 CREDITS) ART 252 Communication Design II 3 ART 286 Communication Arts Workshop 2 3 HIS 112 History of World Civilization II 3 Approved Graphic Design Elective 3 3-4 Natural Science Elective 1 or Mathematics Elective 1 3 Total Minimum Credits 65-66 1 Eligible courses are listed on page 35 in the 2015-2016 catalog. See your academic advisor or counselor to choose the appropriate course(s). 2 ART 286 should be taken in the final semester before graduation and is offered in the fall and spring semesters only. 3 Students may choose from any of the listed courses for which they have the prerequisite and that is not already a requirement in their specialization: ART 201, ART 122, ART 203, ART 208, ART 251, ART 252, ART 263, ART 264, ART 270, ART 271, ART 290*, ART 297*, and PHT 135. *Requires permission of Visual Arts Center Director. 4 Students may select any of the following courses to meet this requirement: DIT 121, 125; HLT 100, 105, 106, 110, 116, 121, 130, 138, 141, 150, 160, 200, 204, 215; PED (any activity course). tcc.edu/academics/arts-humanities TCC Information Center: 757-822-1122 or 1-800-371-0898 Tidewater Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in its programs or activities. Inquiries related to the college s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Director of Human Resources, Post Office Box 9000, Norfolk, VA 23509-9000, 757-822-1708.

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE Graphic Design: Multimedia The Multimedia specialization prepares students to produce technologically sophisticated video and multimedia work for the web, CD, DVD, video, and whatever comes next. The future of communication is digital industry needs designers capable of shaping information, video and graphics and delivering them to the world. Graduates may seek employment as web page designers, motion graphic artists or interactive media designers. TIDEWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE From here, go anywhere. TM

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE GRAPHIC DESIGN (65 CREDITS) Specialization: Multimedia Curriculum can be completed in four semesters Course Curriculum SEMESTER 1 (BASED ON A FALL SEMESTER START) (17 CREDITS) CREDITS ART 131 Fundamentals of Design I 3 ART 250 History of Design 3 ART 283 Computer Graphics I 4 ENG 111 College Composition I 3 PHT 101 Photography I 3 SDV 100 College Success Skills 1 SEMESTER 2 (17 CREDITS) ART 121 Drawing I 3 ART 141 Typography I 4 ART 202 History of Art II 3 ART 284 Computer Graphics II 4 ENG 112 College Composition II 3 SEMESTER 3 (16 CREDITS) ART 263 Interactive Design I 4 ART 209 Creative Concepts and Copywriting 3 ART 270 Motion Graphics I 3 HIS 111 History of World Civilization I 3 Natural Science Elective 1 or Mathematics Elective 1 3 SEMESTER 4 ART 208 Video Techniques 4 ART 264 Interactive Design II 4 ART 286 Communication Arts Workshop 2 3 HIS 112 History of World Civilization II 3 Health/Physical Education Elective 3 1 Total Minimum Credits 65 1 Eligible courses are listed on page 35 in the 2015-2016 catalog. See your academic advisor or counselor to choose the appropriate course(s). 2 ART 286 should be taken in the final semester before graduation and is offered in the fall and spring semesters only. 3 Students may select any of the following courses to meet this requirement: DIT 121, 125; HLT 100, 105, 106, 110, 116, 121, 130, 138, 141, 150, 160, 200, 204, 215; PED (any activity course). tcc.edu/academics/arts-humanities TCC Information Center: 757-822-1122 or 1-800-371-0898 Tidewater Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in its programs or activities. Inquiries related to the college s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Director of Human Resources, Post Office Box 9000, Norfolk, VA 23509-9000, 757-822-1708.

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE Liberal Arts The Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree program in the liberal arts. Four-year liberal arts programs prepare graduates for a wide variety of jobs in business, the arts, education, medical and legal professions, and in social and public service occupations. Liberal Arts studies emphasize fine arts, language, literature, philosophy, mathematics, science, social science and analytical and critical thinking skills, all of which prepare students for lifelong learning and social, cultural, and technological change.

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE: LIBERAL ARTS (61 CREDITS) Curriculum can be completed in four semesters Course Curriculum SEMESTER 1 (BASED ON A FALL SEMESTER START) (17 CREDITS) CREDITS ENG 111 College Composition I 3 HIS History Elective 3 3 MTH 152 Math for the Liberal Arts II (or MTH 163) 3 SDV 100 College Success Skills 1 Beginning Foreign Language Sequence 4 4 Humanities Elective 1 3 SEMESTER 2 (18 CREDITS) ENG 112 College Composition II 3 HIS History Elective 3 3 MTH 157 Elementary Statistics (or MTH 164) 3 CST 100 Principles of Public Speaking 2 3 Beginning Foreign Language Sequence 4 4 Health/Physical Education Elective 5 2 SEMESTER 3 (13 CREDITS) Humanities/Social Science Elective 1 3 Intermediate Foreign Language Sequence 4 3 Science with Lab Elective 1 4 Social Science Elective 1 3 SEMESTER 4 (13 CREDITS) Humanities/Social Science Elective 1 3 Intermediate Foreign Language Sequence 4 3 Science with Lab Elective 1 4 Social Science Elective 1 3 Total Minimum Credits 61 1 Eligible courses are listed on page 35 in the 2015 2016 catalog. Students should consult an academic advisor or counselor to choose the appropriate course(s). Please see the current TCC Catalog at tcc.edu/academics/catalog for complete information. tcc.edu/academics/arts-humanities TCC Information Center: 757-822-1122 or 1-800-371-0898 Tidewater Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in its programs or activities. Inquiries related to the college s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Director of Human Resources, Post Office Box 9000, Norfolk, VA 23509-9000, 757-822-1708.

CAREER STUDIES CERTIFICATE Music The Career Studies Certificate in Music provides students with an introduction to music. It is intended for students who are interested in enhancing their understanding and appreciation of music history and music theory. The program further enhances students performance skills in choral and/or instrumental ensemble performance. TIDEWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE From here, go anywhere. TM

CAREER STUDIES CERTIFICATE MUSIC (23-26 CREDITS) Curriculum can be completed in two semesters Course Curriculum SEMESTER 1 (10-11 CREDITS) CREDITS MUS 111 Music Theory I 1 4 MUS 121 Music Appreciation I 3 Applied Music Elective 2 2 Approved Music Ensemble 3 1-2 SEMESTER 2 (13-15 CREDITS) MUS 112 Music Theory II 4 MUS 122 Music Appreciation II 3 Applied Music Elective 2 2 Approved Music Ensemble 3 1-2 Approved Music Elective 4 3-4 Total Minimum Credits 23-26 1 Music Theory students are expected to have a basic understanding of reading sheet music notation. Students will take a content review exam upon enrollment in MUS 111 during the first week of classes. Students who do not pass will be advised to enroll in MUS 101 Basic Musicianship I, for one semester, before enrolling in MUS 111 Music Theory I. Contact Music Department for details. 2 Applied Music Elective must be taken from the following: MUS 136 Applied Music Voice MUS 236 Adv. Applied Music Voice MUS 145 Applied Music Keyboard MUS 245 Adv. Applied Music Keyboard MUS 155 Applied Music Woodwinds MUS 255 Adv. Applied Music Woodwinds MUS 165 Applied Music Strings MUS 265 Adv. Applied Music Strings MUS 175 Applied Music Brass MUS 275 Adv. Applied Music Brass MUS 185 Applied Music Percussion MUS 285 Adv. Applied Music Percussion 3 Approved Music Ensemble must be taken from the following: MUS 135 Jazz Ensemble MUS 237 Adv. Chorus Ensemble MUS 137 Chorus Ensemble MUS 239 Adv. Jazz Ensemble MUS 146 Percussion Ensemble MUS 266 Adv. String Ensemble MUS 166 String Ensemble 4 Approved Music Elective must be taken from the following: MUS 101 Basic Musicianship I MUS 163 Guitar Theory and Practice I MUS 125 American Music MUS 211 Adv. Music Theory I MUS 131 Class Voice I MUS 221 History of Music I MUS 132 Class Voice II MUS 222 History of Music II tcc.edu/academics/arts-humanities TCC Information Center: 757-822-1122 or 1-800-371-0898 Gainful employment consumer information is available at tcc.edu/gainfulemployment Tidewater Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in its programs or activities. Inquiries related to the college s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Director of Human Resources, Post Office Box 9000, Norfolk, VA 23509-9000, 757-822-1708.

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED ARTS DEGREE Studio Arts The Studio Arts program is designed for those entering or continuing in the field of visual arts, which may include the study of two- and threedimensional design, photography, ceramics, glass, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and drawing. Students gain extensive studio experience, learning from masters in visual art media. Students are prepared for employment in museums, art centers, galleries, and similar areas; they are also prepared for owning a business in the arts or for personal enrichment in one or more areas of the visual arts. TIDEWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE From here, go anywhere. TM

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED ARTS DEGREE STUDIO ARTS (66 CREDITS) Curriculum can be completed in four semesters Course Curriculum SEMESTER 1 (BASED ON A FALL SEMESTER START) (16 CREDITS) CREDITS ART 121 Drawing I 3 ART 131 Fundamentals of Design I 3 ART 201 History of Art I 3 ENG 111 College Composition I 3 SDV 100 College Success Skills 1 Social Science Elective 1 3 SEMESTER 2 (15 CREDITS) ART 122 Drawing II 3 ART 134 Three Dimensional Design 3 ART 202 History of Art II 3 ENG 112 College Composition II 3 PHT 101 Photography I 3 SEMESTER 3 (17 CREDITS) ART 221 Drawing III 3 ART 241 Painting I 3 ART 280 Graphic Design for Studio Arts 3 HIS 111 History of World Civilization I 3 CST 100 Principles of Public Speaking 2 3 Health/Physical Education Elective 5 2 SEMESTER 4 (18 CREDITS) ART 222 Drawing IV 3 ART 287 Portfolio and Resume Preparation 3 3 HIS 112 History of World Civilization II 3 Mathematics Elective 1 3 Approved Studio Elective 4 3 Approved Studio Elective 4 3 Total Minimum Credits 66 1 Eligible courses are listed on page 35 in the 2015-2016 catalog. See your academic advisor or counselor to choose the appropriate course(s). 2 Students may substitute CST 110 for CST 100. Consult transfer institution to ensure that the substitution is appropriate for your transfer program. 3 ART 287 should be taken in the final semester before graduation and is offered in the fall and spring semesters only. 4 Approved Studio Electives: Students may take any of the listed electives for which they have the prerequisites and that are not a requirement in their specialization: ART 122, ART 134, ART 221, ART 222, ART 231, ART 241, ART 242, ART 243, ART 244, ART 245, ART 260, ART 271, ART 290*, ART 297*, ART 299*, CRF 102, CRF 105, CRF 130, CRF 131, CRF 199*, CRF 230, CRF 231, PHT 101, PHT 126, PHT 135, PHT 221, PHT 222, PHT 231, PHT 232, PHT 256, PHT 270, PHT 290*, PHT 297*. * Requires permission of Visual Arts Director 5 Students may select any of the following courses to meet this requirement: DIT 121, 125; HLT 100, 105, 106, 110, 116, 121, 130, 138, 141, 150, 160, 200, 204, 215; PED (any activity course). Please see the current TCC Catalog at tcc.edu/academics/catalog for complete information. tcc.edu/academics/arts-humanities TCC Information Center: 757-822-1122 or 1-800-371-0898 Tidewater Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in its programs or activities. Inquiries related to the college s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Director of Human Resources, Post Office Box 9000, Norfolk, VA 23509-9000, 757-822-1708.

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED ARTS DEGREE Studio Arts: Glass The Specialization in Glass provides students with both the historical background and the advances in modern technology relative to glass blowing. Students learn from masters of this craft as they enhance their glass skills in surface design, fusing, slumping and blowing with glass. Graduates are prepared to work as gallery representatives, museum educators, freelance craft persons, or art center instructors. TIDEWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE From here, go anywhere. TM

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED ARTS DEGREE STUDIO ARTS: GLASS (66 CREDITS) Curriculum can be completed in four semesters Course Curriculum SEMESTER 1 (BASED ON A FALL SEMESTER START) (16 CREDITS) CREDITS ART 121 Drawing I 3 ART 131 Fundamentals of Design I 3 ART 201 History of Art I 3 CRF 130 Glass Blowing I 3 ENG 111 College Composition I 3 SDV 100 College Success Skills 1 SEMESTER 2 (15 CREDITS) ART 122 Drawing II 3 ART 134 Three Dimensional Design 3 CRF 131 Glass Blowing II 3 ENG 112 College Composition II 3 PHT 101 Photography I 3 SEMESTER 3 (17 CREDITS) ART 202 History of Art II 3 ART 221 Drawing III 3 ART 280 Graphic Design for Studio Arts 3 CRF 230 Glass Blowing III 3 HIS 111 History of World Civilization I 3 Health/Physical Education Elective 5 2 SEMESTER 4 (18 CREDITS) ART 287 Portfolio and Resume Preparation 3 3 CST 100 Principles of Public Speaking 2 3 HIS 112 History of World Civilization II 3 Approved Studio Elective 4 3 Mathematics Elective 1 3 Social Science Elective 1 3 Total Minimum Credits 66 1 Eligible courses are listed on page 35 in the 2015-2016 catalog. See your academic advisor or counselor to choose the appropriate course(s). 2 Students may substitute CST 110 for CST 100. Students planning to transfer should consult the transfer institution to ensure that the substitution is appropriate. 3 ART 287 should be taken in the final semester before graduation and is offered in the fall and spring semesters only. 4 Approved Studio Electives: Students may take any of the listed electives for which they have the prerequisites and that are not a requirement in their specialization: ART 122, ART 134, ART 208, ART 221, ART 222, ART 231, ART 241, ART 242, ART 243, ART 244, ART 245, ART 260, ART 271, ART 290*, ART 297*, ART 299*, CRF 102, CRF 105, CRF 130, CRF 131, CRF 199*, CRF 230, CRF 231, PHT 101, PHT 126, PHT 135, PHT 221, PHT 222, PHT 231, PHT 232, PHT 256, PHT 270, PHT 290*, PHT 297*. * Requires permission of Visual Arts Director. 5 Students may select any of the following courses to meet this requirement: DIT 121, 125; HLT 100, 105, 106, 110, 116, 121, 130, 138, 141, 150, 160, 200, 204, 215; PED (any activity course). Please see the current TCC Catalog at tcc.edu/ academics/catalog for complete information. tcc.edu/academics/arts-humanities TCC Information Center: 757-822-1122 or 1-800-371-0898 Tidewater Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in its programs or activities. Inquiries related to the college s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Director of Human Resources, Post Office Box 9000, Norfolk, VA 23509-9000, 757-822-1708.

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED ARTS DEGREE Studio Arts: Photographic Media Arts The Specialization in Photographic Media Arts provides students with instruction in current photographic technology, video and related media. Students are provided an opportunity to tell stories, capture moments and communicate through the use of visual images. Students will be introduced to composition, lighting techniques and a variety of camera equipment, hardware and software necessary for the capture, imaging and output of photographic projects. Graduates are prepared for jobs in the photography industry, to include agency photographer, photographer s assistant, freelance photographer, fine art photographer, and art center educators. TIDEWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE From here, go anywhere. TM

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED ARTS DEGREE STUDIO ARTS: PHOTOGRAPHIC MEDIA ARTS (66 CREDITS) Curriculum can be completed in four semesters Course Curriculum SEMESTER 1 (BASED ON A FALL SEMESTER START) (16 CREDITS) CREDITS ART 131 Fundamentals of Design I 3 ART 201 History of Art I 3 ENG 111 College Composition I 3 PHT 101 Photography I 3 SDV 100 College Success Skills 1 Social Science Elective 1 3 SEMESTER 2 (15 CREDITS) ART 202 History of Art II 3 ENG 112 College Composition II 3 PHT 110 History of Photography 3 PHT 126 Introduction to Video Techniques 3 PHT 171 Imaging & Concepts in Photographic Media Arts 3 SEMESTER 3 (18 CREDITS) ART 121 Drawing I 3 ART 280 Graphic Design for Studio Arts 3 HIS 111 History of World Civilization I 3 PHT 201 Advanced Photography I 3 CST 100 Principles of Public Speaking 2 3 Mathematics Elective 1 3 SEMESTER 4 (17 CREDITS) ART 287 Portfolio and Resume Preparation 3 3 HIS 112 History of World Civilization II 3 PHT 221 Studio Lighting I 3 Approved Studio Elective 4 3 Approved Studio Elective 4 3 Health/Physical Education Elective 5 2 Total Minimum Credits 66 1 Eligible courses are listed on page 35 in the 2015-2016 catalog. See your academic advisor or counselor to choose the appropriate course(s). 2 Students may substitute CST 110 for CST 100. Students planning to transfer should consult the transfer institution to ensure that the substitution is appropriate. 3 ART 287 should be taken in the final semester before graduation and is offered in the fall and spring semesters only. 4 Approved Studio Electives: Students may take any of the listed electives for which they have the prerequisites and that are not a requirement in their specialization: ART 122, ART 134, ART 208, ART 221, ART 222, ART 231, ART 241, ART 242, ART 243, ART 244, ART 245, ART 260, ART 271, ART 290*, ART 297*, ART 299*, CRF 102, CRF 105, CRF 130, CRF 131, CRF 199*, CRF 230, CRF 231, PHT 101, PHT 126, PHT 135, PHT 221, PHT 222, PHT 231, PHT 232, PHT 256, PHT 270, PHT 290*, PHT 297*.* Requires permission of Visual Arts Director. 5 Students may select any of the following courses to meet this requirement: DIT 121, 125; HLT 100, 105, 106, 110, 116, 121, 130, 138, 141, 150, 160, 200, 204, 215, PED (any activity course). tcc.edu/academics/arts-humanities TCC Information Center: 757-822-1122 or 1-800-371-0898 Tidewater Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in its programs or activities. Inquiries related to the college s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Director of Human Resources, Post Office Box 9000, Norfolk, VA 23509-9000, 757-822-1708.

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED ARTS DEGREE Studio Arts: Pre-Art Therapy The Specialization in Pre-Art Therapy is designed to prepare graduates to work in the areas of Studio Arts and/or Social and Human Services in positions such as gallery assistants, museum educators or tour guides, recreation aides at cultural art centers or recreation centers, tech assistants in mental health, activity directors in nursing homes, or a variety of health and recreation aides. This degree program and specialization will require the study of the foundations of studio art as well as courses in Psychology and Basic Counseling Skills. TIDEWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE From here, go anywhere. TM

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED ARTS DEGREE STUDIO ARTS (66 CREDITS) Specialization: Pre-Art Therapy Curriculum can be completed in four semesters Course Curriculum SEMESTER 1 (BASED ON A FALL SEMESTER START) ( 16 CREDITS) CREDITS ART 121 Drawing I 3 ART 131 Fundamentals of Design I 3 ART 183 Introduction to Art Therapy 3 ART 201 History of Art I 3 ENG 111 College Composition I 3 SDV 100 College Success Skills 1 SEMESTER 2 (15 CREDITS) ART 122 Drawing II 3 ART 134 Three Dimensional Design 3 ART 202 History of Art II 3 ENG 112 College Composition II 3 PSY 201 Introduction to Psychology I 3 SEMESTER 3 (18 CREDITS) ART 241 Painting I 3 CST 100 Principles of Public Speaking 2 3 HIS 111 History of World Civilization I 3 HMS 121 Basic Counseling Skills I 3 PHT 101 Photography I 3 PSY 230 Developmental Psychology 3 SEMESTER 4 (17 CREDITS) ART 287 Portfolio and Resume Preparation 3 3 HIS 112 History of World Civilization II 3 PSY 215 Abnormal Psychology 3 Approved Studio Elective 4 3 Health/Physical Education Elective 5 2 Mathematics Elective 1 3 Total Minimum Credits 66 See the 2015-2016 catalog for a complete listing. tcc.edu/academics/arts-humanities TCC Information Center: 757-822-1122 or 1-800-371-0898 Tidewater Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in its programs or activities. Inquiries related to the college s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Director of Human Resources, Post Office Box 9000, Norfolk, VA 23509-9000, 757-822-1708.

CAREER STUDIES CERTIFICATE Theatre Arts The Career Studies Certificate in Theatre Arts provides a broad introduction to both performance and technical aspects of theatre production. Graduates are prepared for positions as actors, directors assistants, communications and public relations representatives, set designers, and comparable theatre-related roles. TIDEWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE From here, go anywhere. TM

CAREER STUDIES CERTIFICATE THEATRE ARTS (24 CREDITS) Curriculum can be completed in three semesters Course Curriculum SEMESTER 1 (6 CREDITS) CST 141 Theatre Appreciation I 3 Approved Theatre Elective 1 3 Semester Total 6 SEMESTER 2 (9 CREDITS) CST 233 Rehearsal and Performance I 3 Approved Theatre Elective 1 3 Approved Theatre Elective 1 3 SEMESTER 3 (9 CREDITS) CST 234 Rehearsal and Performance II 3 Approved Theatre Elective 1 3 Approved Theatre Elective 1 3 Total Minimum Credits 24 1 Students interested in performance theatre must select 15 credits from the following: CST 111, 131, 132, 145, 241, 266, 290. Students interested in technical theatre must select 15 credits from the following: CST 145, 241, 251, 266, 290 tcc.edu/academics/arts-humanities TCC Information Center: 757-822-1122 or 1-800-371-0898 Gainful employment consumer information is available at tcc.edu/gainfulemployment Tidewater Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in its programs or activities. Inquiries related to the college s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Director of Human Resources, Post Office Box 9000, Norfolk, VA 23509-9000, 757-822-1708.