ARED 102  Elements and Principles of Design (2 credits)

Acquainting students with the creative applications of the visual elements and principles of art (line, color, texture.., rhythm, balance unity..) and their use in design.

 

ARED 103  Drawing (2 credits)

Introduces students to the art of drawing through series of exercises in freehand drawing, exploration of a range of drawing methods, media and concepts; emphasizes drawing from observation.

 

ARED 104  Technical Drawing (1 credit)

Technical drawing and its applications in art education; series of exercises in drawing geometric shapes, projection (point of view), section, and perspective.

 

ARED 105  Forming Environmental Materials (2 credits)

Utilization materials of local environment to produce creative art work; studying the nature of each material, techniques, their uses in art education.

 

ARED 106  Pottery and Ceramics (2 credits)

Introduction to pottery and ceramic, their artistic and educational application; preparation of clay, hand forming, bisque firing.

 

ARED 107  Ancient, African and Tribal Art (2 credits)

Historical and aesthetic study of the art of ancient civilizations and tribal art; focuses on ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, and Roman Empire; African tribal art, the art of other primitive societies.

 

ARED 108  Art Education Terminology (2 credits)

The meaning and use of basic art and art education terms; English words of tools, art materials, techniques, terms related to art education field of study and other related disciplines.

 

ARED 201  Children Drawing and its Developmental Stages (2 credits)

Explores a number of theories of child art and its educational, artistic and psychological implications; the relationship between children physical development and their artistic growth.

 

ARED 202  Calligraphy and Islamic Decoration (2 credits)

Focuses on the principles, types, history and aesthetic of Arabic calligraphy and Islamic decorative arts; new creative ways of using decoration and calligraphy.

 

ARED 203  Linear Composition (2 credits)

Studying the creative possibilities of line in two dimensional composition; alternative tools and techniques used in linear composition.

 

ARED 204  Leather and Paper Work (2 credits)

Exploring the qualities of leather and paper as art and craft medium and its expressive application in teaching art in general education.

 

ARED 205  Glazes and Ceramic Ornaments (2 credits)

Theoretical and practical study of glazes and decorating techniques in ceramic and pottery. The course covers methods such as relief, intaglio, over and under glaze etc.

 

ARED 206 Weaving (2 credits)

Exploring the materials, tools and techniques of hand weaving with frame and other simple looms; it application in art education in schools.

 

ARED 207  Islamic Art (2 credits)

Study of Islamic Art and its elements and the spiritual and aesthetic principles; its historical and stylistic developments.

 

ARED 208  Studies of Colour (2 credits)

Study of basic colour theories and their use in Visual Art. The course includes practical studies in primary, secondary, neutral colours etc.

 

ARED 209  Introduction to Art Appreciation (2 credits)

Theoretical study of art appreciation and providing students with ways to develop their aesthetic appreciation of visual arts.

 

ARED 301  Principles and Theories of Art Education (2 credits)

Examining the historic development of theories and concepts and their effects on the practice in the field of art education.

 

ARED 302  Principles of Art Composition (2 credits)

Theoretical and practical study of composition in art and ways of utilizing its components to achieve overall unity in art work.

 

ARED 303  Forming with Disposable Materials (2 credits)

Utilization of disposable man-made materials to create 2 and 3 dimensional art work; utilizing these media in art education in primary and secondary schools.

 

ARED 304  Woodwork (3 credits)

Exploring wood as a medium in art and craft; utilizing hand and powered tools and the application of woodwork in general education.

 

ARED 305  Metalwork (3 credits)

Studio experience in working with faros and non-faros metal techniques and properties.

 

ARED 308   Renaissance and Modern Art (2 credits)

Study of the evolution of art since the Renaissance in the west; exploring the development of concepts, schools and styles in Modern and Contemporary art.

 

ARED 309  Experimenting in Painting (2 credits)

Practical and theoretical investigation of alternative concepts, techniques and materials in painting.

 

ARED 311  Printmaking (3 credits)

Studio exploration of variety of techniques and concepts in printmaking; application of the medium in school art.

 

ARED 312  Interior Design (2 credits)

Application of elements and principles employed in interior design of living, working and public spaces as well as other interiors.

 

ARED 313  Art Education Exhibition (2 credits)

Study of educational and artistic objectives of school and professional art exhibits, and procedures of setting exhibition.

 

ARED 314  Textile Printing (2 credits)

Practical activities utilizing various methods, tools and materials of printing on textile; use of the medium in classroom setting.

 

ARED 315  Molding and Ceramic Kilns (2 credits)

Studio activities in the production of ceramic using variety of molding techniques; study of firing methods and types of ceramic kilns.

 

ARED 316  Art Education for Exceptional Group (1 credit)

Investigating aspects of various exceptional groups and the role of art in special education.

 

ARED 401  Application in Illustrative Design (2 credits)

Studio activities in the application of graphic art in designing books, publication, posters, illustrations etc.

 

ARED 402  Painting (3 credits)

Theoretical and studio work in painting; its history, concepts, materials and techniques.

 

ARED 403  Philosophy of Art Education (2 credits)

The course traces the fundamental philosophical concepts that affected theories and practices in art education.

 

ARED 404  Mural Painting (3 credits)

Exploring methods, tools and media used in murals and their implementation commercially and educationally.

 

ARED 405  Enamel and Jewelry (3 credits)

Using metal and non-metal media to produce wearable jewelry; exploring enameling techniques.

 

ARED 407  Rug Making (2 credits)

Studio activities using methods, tools and materials to produce rugs and wall hangings.

 

ARED 409  Research and Evaluation in Art Education (2 credits)

Investigating issues and methods concerning research and evaluation in art education discipline.

 

ARED 411  Glass Work (2 credits)

Examining various glass work techniques and their application in art and craft; the use of the medium in art education.