ART V09A Art of the Ancient Americas


 
Course Description:
This course surveys the visual culture of Mesoamerica and South America from pre-history to the Spanish conquest. The comparative analysis of social, religious, political, and economic messages sent by these objects and monuments will elucidate patterns of interaction, continuity, disjunction, and adaptation through time and space. Discipline specific approaches and vocabulary will be introduced and individual works will be analyzed in relation to their political, social, religious, economic, cosmological, and philosophical contexts. Cultural awareness and visual, stylistic, and cultural literacy will be emphasized, both within and across geographic regions and times. Recommended Prep: ENGL V01A or concurrent enrollment. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. C-ID: ARTH 145.
Meets General Ed Areas:
CSU Area C1,VCCCD GE Area C1,VCCCD GE Area F1,IGETC Area 3A
Course Corequisites:
NONE
Recommended Prep:
ENGL V01A or concurrent enrollment.
Field trips
may be required.

Section Information as of 05-JAN-2025 11:01:19 AM

  • Title: ART V09A Art of the Ancient Americas
  • CRN: 33338
  • Instructor: Werness-Rude, Maline
  • Section Corequisites: NONE
  • Zero Textbook Cost Program Participates in Zero Textbook Cost Program
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  • Delivery Mode: This is a fully online class without pre-scheduled meetings.
  • Course Materials: Ventura College Bookstore
Meeting Time and Location
4.50 HRS/WK ONLINE Ventura Internet Classes 02/10/25 05/09/25
Seating Availability
Capacity Taken Available
40 40  
Waitlist Availability
Capacity Taken Available
5 0 5
Critical Dates for this Course
Term: Spring 2025
Last day to add class: 26-FEB-2025
Last day to drop with a refund: 20-FEB-2025
Last day to drop without a "W": 26-FEB-2025
Last day to drop with a "W": 21-APR-2025
Census Date: 27-FEB-2025