PHIL 1460 - Philosophy of the Arts and Architecture
Variable Credits Y
In this introductory course, students will take a philosophical approach to thinking about painting, photography, film, architecture, music, literature, theater arts, and popular art. Using ideas from a variety of time periods, students will analyzeartworks of their own choosing. All students will find this course valuable though it will be of special interest to those in the following programs: Interior Design, Architectural Technology, Graphic Design Technology, Multimedia & Web Design, and Potographic Technology. The 2-credit option and the first 2 credits of the 3-credit option will address the philosophy of the arts in general, and the last credit of the 3-credit option will only address topics in the philosophy of architecture.
Major Content Areas
The arts Philosophies of art Philosophies of architecture
Learning Outcomes
Summarize philosophical theories about art. Demonstrate knowledge of theories of art. Demonstrate the ability to consider points of view different from one’s own. Write a well organized essay in response to a philosophical writing about architecture. Apply philosophical theories about art Analyze and criticize philosophical theories about art. Use the writing process.
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) Goals
06 - Humanities/Fine Arts 02 - Critical Thinking
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