A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts of the visual arts from prehistoric times to the 14th century.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
- Identify and describe works of art based on their chronology and style, using standard categories and terminology.
- Investigate major artistic developments and significant works of art from prehistoric times to the 14th century.
- Analyze the relationship of art to history by placing works of art within cultural, historical, and chronological contexts.
- Critically interpret and evaluate works of art.
Communication (COM), Critical Thinking (CT), Social Responsibility (SR), Teamwork (TW)
Required Textbooks
Gardner's, Art Through The Ages. 15th Edition.
Evaluation Standards
The final course grade will be calculated on a minimum of four exams (including the final exam).
A= 89.5-100
B= 79.5-89.4
C= 69.5-79.4
D= 59.5-69.4
F= below 59.4
Disabilities
ADA Statement:
Any student with a documented disability (e.g. learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc.) may contact the Office on the Weatherford College Weatherford Campus to request reasonable accommodations. Phone: 817-598-6350 Office Location: Office Number 118 in the Student Services Building, upper floor. Physical Address: Weatherford College 225 College Park Drive Weatherford, TX.
Academic Integrity
Academic Integrity is fundamental to the educational mission of Weatherford College, and the College expects its students to maintain high standards of personal and scholarly conduct. Academic dishonesty of any kind will not be tolerated. Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating on an examination or other academic work, plagiarism, collusion, and the abuse of resource materials including unauthorized use of Generative AI. Departments may adopt discipline specific guidelines on Generative AI usage approved by the instructional dean. Any student who is demonstrated to have engaged in any of these activities will be subject to immediate disciplinary action in accordance with institutional procedures.
Hope Statement
Any student who faces challenges securing basic resources such as food, clothing, or housing and believes this may affect their performance in their course of study is urged to contact the Director of Student Resources, Dr. Deborah Cregger, for support at (817) 598-6444. Her office is on the first floor of Student Services. If the student prefers, they may contact their instructor, who can reach out on their behalf. Weatherford College also provides the Coyote Pantry. The Pantry maintains boxed and canned foods for students in need. The location of the Coyote Pantry is two blocks west of the Weatherford campus at the Baptist Student Ministry (118 E. Park Ave., Weatherford). Pantry hours are Mon-Thurs. 8:30 am-4:30 pm and Fri. 8.30 am-12:00 pm (817-599-6586).
Student Intellectual Property Rights
A student shall retain all rights to work created as part of instruction or using College District technology resources.
Last Modified
Friday, August 27, 2021, 8:13 AM
