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College:	Arts and Sciences
Degree:	Bachelor of Fine Arts
Major:	Fine Arts
Concentration:	Ceramics
Effective Term:	Fall 2013

The Osprey Map provides a term-by-term sample schedule for each undergraduate academic program at the University of North Florida. It is designed to guide students in the selection of courses each term. The "Mile Marker" courses in the right-hand column are those courses that should be completed before or by the end of that term. Following the sample schedule, and completing the mile marker courses at the appropriate point of your undergraduate career, will facilitate graduation in four years. The term-by-term model assumes full-time enrollment. For students enrolled part-time, the sample schedule and mile markers should be followed based on the number of credits completed. The Osprey Map should be used in consultation with an academic advisor.

In the Ceramics program both handbuilding and wheelthrowing techniques are taught. To help the student gain success with the medium a broad knowledge of technical skill, aesthetic awareness and craftsmanship are addressed. Focus is given to the principles and elements of design and the design process. Students are introduced to as many facets of the ceramic medium as possible through lectures, visiting artists, assignments, personal research, and individual exploration. Advanced ceramic students and ceramic majors are encourages to explore new ideas as they work towards developing a personal body of work. Students participate in the “Empty Bowls” Community Based Transformational learning opportunity and are encouraged to participate in the University Potters’ Guild. Visit the Ceramics webpage for more information. Click on the Students tab of the Career Services webpage for major exploration information. Students should refer to their personalized Degree Evaluation provided by an advisor and to other university resources for additional university and college-specific policies. Visit the undergraduate university catalog for more information. Summer terms may be utilized to facilitate graduation in four years. Visit the university catalog for a list of General Education requirements. Fine Arts majors will satisfy 3 semester hours of General Education Humanities (Non Applied Fine Art) with Program Prerequisites. An Associate in Arts (AA) degree from a Florida public university, state college or community college satisfies UNF general education and Gordon Rule requirements. General Education Math selection for First Time in College (FTIC) students is contingent upon Math Placement exam results, SAT/ACT math scores, the student’s major and/or credit received through accelerated mechanisms (Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Dual Enrollment, etc). Fine Arts students are encouraged to undertake an international educational experience (Study Abroad). Visit the International Center's Study Abroad webpage for additional information. Faculty recommend completion of Ceramics courses: ART3786C, ART3765C and ART4768C multiple times. These three courses are repeatable for credit, and students may take ART3786C Ceramics as early as freshman year. See an academic advisor, or Ceramics faculty for more information. Consult the university catalog for repeat limits on Ceramics classes. Independent study courses in any fine arts area require prior approval of the department chairperson. Department of Art and Design first day attendance rule: any student who misses the first day without advanced notice to a department representative will be administratively dropped from the course. A minimum of 120 hours (48 hours at the upper 3000/4000 level) is required for the bachelor's degree. Students may need to complete Free Elective credit at the upper level (3000/4000) to satisfy the minimum 48 semester hours of upper level hours for graduation. For additional information, visit the College of Arts and Sciences Advising Office webpage.

In the Ceramics program both handbuilding and wheelthrowing techniques are taught. To help the student gain success with the medium a broad knowledge of technical skill, aesthetic awareness and craftsmanship are addressed. Focus is given to the principles and elements of design and the design process. Students are introduced to as many facets of the ceramic medium as possible through lectures, visiting artists, assignments, personal research, and individual exploration. Advanced ceramic students and ceramic majors are encourages to explore new ideas as they work towards developing a personal body of work. Students participate in the “Empty Bowls” Community Based Transformational learning opportunity and are encouraged to participate in the University Potters’ Guild. Visit the Ceramics webpage for more information. Click on the Students tab of the Career Services webpage for major exploration information.

Students should refer to their personalized Degree Evaluation provided by an advisor and to other university resources for additional university and college-specific policies. Visit the undergraduate university catalog for more information.

Summer terms may be utilized to facilitate graduation in four years.

Visit the university catalog for a list of General Education requirements. Fine Arts majors will satisfy 3 semester hours of General Education Humanities (Non Applied Fine Art) with Program Prerequisites. An Associate in Arts (AA) degree from a Florida public university, state college or community college satisfies UNF general education and Gordon Rule requirements. General Education Math selection for First Time in College (FTIC) students is contingent upon Math Placement exam results, SAT/ACT math scores, the student’s major and/or credit received through accelerated mechanisms (Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Dual Enrollment, etc).
Fine Arts students are encouraged to undertake an international educational experience (Study Abroad). Visit the International Center's Study Abroad webpage for additional information.
Faculty recommend completion of Ceramics courses: ART3786C, ART3765C and ART4768C multiple times. These three courses are repeatable for credit, and students may take ART3786C Ceramics as early as freshman year. See an academic advisor, or Ceramics faculty for more information. Consult the university catalog for repeat limits on Ceramics classes.
Independent study courses in any fine arts area require prior approval of the department chairperson.
Department of Art and Design first day attendance rule: any student who misses the first day without advanced notice to a department representative will be administratively dropped from the course.
A minimum of 120 hours (48 hours at the upper 3000/4000 level) is required for the bachelor's degree. Students may need to complete Free Elective credit at the upper level (3000/4000) to satisfy the minimum 48 semester hours of upper level hours for graduation. For additional information, visit the College of Arts and Sciences Advising Office webpage.

Total Hours:	15

Term 1: Attempted Hours 0-15
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
ENC1101 (GW) Rhetoric and Writing OR ENC1143 (GW) Rhetoric and Narrative	3
ART1300C Drawing I (Program Prerequisite)	3
ART1201C Two-Dimensional Design (Program Prerequisite)	3
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation)	3
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation)	3

Term 2: Attempted Hours 16-30
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
ENC1101 (GW) Rhetoric and Writing OR ENC1143 (GW) Rhetoric and Narrative	3	ART1300C Drawing I Minimum Grade C
(Select the English course not taken in Term 1)		ART1201C Two-Dimensional Design Minimum Grade C
ART2301C Drawing II (Program Prerequisite)	3
ART2203C Three-Dimensional Design (Program Prerequisite)	3
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation)	3
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation)	3
Total Hours:	15

Summer 1
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
		ART2301C Drawing II Minimum Grade C
		ART2203C Three-Dimensional Design Minimum Grade C

Term 3: Attempted Hours 31-45
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
Select a third Gen Ed English Course (See Degree Evaluation)	3
ARH2050 Art History Survey I (Satisfies Gen Ed Non-applied Fine Art and Program Prereq)	3
Select one: Intro Media course at 1000/2000 Level	3
with ART, GRA or PGY Prefix (Program Prerequisite)
ART3786C Ceramics	3
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation)	3
Total Hours:	15

Term 4: Attempted Hours 46-60
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
Select one: Intro Media course at 1000/2000 Level	3
with ART, GRA or PGY Prefix (Program Prerequisite)
ART3765C Intermediate Ceramics	3
ART3707C Sculpture I	3
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation)	3
Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation)	3
Total Hours:	15

Summer 2
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
		ART3786C Ceramics Minimum Grade C

Term 5: Attempted Hours 61-75
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
ARH2051 Art History Survey II (Program Prerequisite)	3	BFA Prereqs - Ceramics
ART2500C Painting Fundamentals	3	ART2500C Painting Fundamentals Minimum Grade C
Select a Major Elective (See options in university	3	ART3765C Intermediate Ceramics Minimum Grade C
catalog, or Degree Evaluation)
ART2330C Figure Drawing I	3
Select a General Education Course (If needed - See Degree	3
Evaluation)
Total Hours:	15

Term 6: Attempted Hours 76-90
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
PGY2401C Black and White Photography	3	ART4768C Advanced Ceramics Minimum Grade C
ART4768C Advanced Ceramics	3	ART2605C Basic Computer Images Minimum Grade C
Select one Art History Course (ARH Prefix) at 3000 or	3
4000 level
ART2605C Basic Computer Images	3
Select a Major Elective (See options in university	3
catalog, or Degree Evaluation)
Total Hours:	15

Summer 3
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers

Term 7: Attempted Hours 91-105
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
Select a Major Elective (See options in university	3	ART2330C Figure Drawing I Minimum Grade C
catalog, or Degree Evaluation)		PGY2401C Black and White Photography Minimum Grade C
Select a Major Elective (See options in university	3	ARH 3000/4000 Level Courses Minimum Grade C
catalog, or Degree Evaluation)
Select one Art History Course (ARH Prefix) at 3000 or	3
4000 level
Select a 3000/4000 level Free Elective (If needed)	3
Select a 3000/4000 level Free Elective (If needed)	3
Total Hours:	15

Term 8: Attempted Hours 106-120
Schedule	Credit Hours	Mile Markers
ART4965C Fine Arts Portfolio	3
ART4929C Senior Project	3
Select a Major Elective (See options in university	3
catalog, or Degree Evaluation)
Select one Art History Course (ARH Prefix) at 3000 or	3
4000 level
Select a Free Elective(If needed for 120 total hours)	3
Total Hours:	15
Total Program Hours:	120

The Osprey Map is not a contract between the University of North Florida and the student. It should be used as a general guide for the purpose of meeting requirements and constructing course schedules. The Map may be altered periodically to meet the objectives of the academic program or the university.

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