Department of Art CSU Dominguez Hills

Contact Information:
Louise Ivers, Chair
Tel: (310) 243-3310
Fax: (310) 217-6967
Email: livers@dhvx20.csudh.edu

EXIT COMPETENCIES IN ART HISTORY - OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT

1. Ability to analyze composition in art
2. Ability to analyze construction in architecture
3. Ability to analyze style in art and architecture
4. Ability to distinguish styles of different periods and cultures
5. Ability to distinguish styles and concepts of major artists and architects
6. Ability to analyze iconography
7. Ability to apply terminology to analysis of art works
8. Ability to effectively write about works of art and use research tools
9. Command of pertinent social and historical events in the periods covered in their classes
10. Ability to relate style of art and architecture to other art forms of each period or culture
11. Comprehension of literary sources or influences on particular artists or architects
12. Comprehension of art criticism and theory

EXIT COMPETENCIES FOR DESIGN - OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT

1. An understanding of and the ability to effectively apply the fundamental art skills to graphic design projects
2. An understanding of and the ability to effectively apply the graphic design problem solving process to marketing and visual communication problems
3. Familiarity with the fundamental terminology, tools, materials, and production procedures germane to producing graphic design solutions
4. The ability to visually communicate graphic design ideas and solutions in both traditional media and computer media
5. An understanding of marketing and communication components as related to graphic design projects
An ability to intellectually analyze, discuss and present graphic design problems and solutions
6. Comprehension of the history of graphic design
7. Familiarity with the studio arts and basic history of art
8. Familiarity with the activities of major graphic design studios, advertising agencies, in-house art departments, professional organizations and professional events, as well as with professional journals
9. Portfolio for graphic design projects

EXIT COMPETENCIES FOR STUDIO ART - OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT

1. Knowledge of a variety of art disciplines, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and art history
2. Basic skills in a variety of art disciplines, including drawing, painting, and sculpture
3. Ability to use a variety of art tools, materials, and methods
4. Ability to apply principles of two- and three-dimensional composition in a variety of media
5. Ability to use appropriate vocabulary to describe works of art
6. Awareness of various creative thought processes. Ability to develop original ideas and create original images
7. Ability to engage in the further study or practice of art

ART HISTORY PORTFOLIO ITEMS

1. Three term papers from three different upper division art history courses with instructor’s comments and grade
2. Three exams from art history courses with instructor’s comments and grade