Courses

Reading and discussion of selections from important authors and genres, beginning with the indigenous cultures and continuing through the movement for independence.

An introduction to Josef Albers’ color theory and 2D design principles.This course has an M&T Fee. For more info visit: http://qc.cuny.edu/?id=JU9F

A continuation of ARTS 171, intended primarily for graphic design majors.

Studio projects which study the perceptual effects of color relationships, characteristics, and illusions, as well as an exploration of the uses of color using art historical and cultural precepts.This course has an M&T Fee. For more info visit: http://qc.cuny.edu/?id=JU9F

A continuation of ARTS 244, with an emphasis on its application in painting.

Techniques in enumeration. Permutations, combinations, distributions, equivalence classes, principle of inclusion/exclusion, bijective proof, combinatorial proof, generating functions, partitions, Catalan numbers. Not open to students who are taking or have received credit for MATH 636. Prereq.: Linear Algebra.

A study of comedy and satire in literature and culture. Topics may include the historical development of comedy and satire; theories of humor and laughter; and representations of race, gender, sexuality, and class. The course will examine a range of genres and forms, such as comedy of manners, farce, theatre of the absurd, vaudeville and minstrelsy, comedic/satirical fiction, comedic/satirical films, sitcoms, stand-up comedy, and sketch and improv comedy.

The use of Greek for business through extensive practice in written and oral forms used in the fields of commerce and business.

Provides adequate training in the use of Italian for business, technical, and consular purposes by giving extensive practice in written and oral usage of the forms in use in these fields. Drill will be required in translation techniques, use of special vocabularies and other adjuncts as needed in practical usage in these and related fields of work.

The creation of video commercials and PSAs for use in business, social, and consumer advertising campaigns. The course includes the study of advertising techniques, demographic and audience research, media writing, and the creative use of camera, sound and editing to devise effective messages. Prior technical experience in Final Cut Pro editing, video camera use, location shooting and lighting required (ex. MEDST 243).This course has an M&T Fee. For more info visit: http://qc.cuny.edu/?id=JU9F