Description:

This course provides in-depth knowledge in the study of the 20th-century designers. Upon successful completion of course, the student should be able to analyze and compare furniture, ornamentation, design motifs and textiles of various 20th-century designers. Recognition of periods and individual styles is stressed. The student will have an opportunity to study a specific designer in depth. 1 hr lecture /wk.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor’s course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Prerequisites: NONE

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Analyze the various 20th century styles and art periods as they relate to architecture and interiors. a) Art, b) Craftsmanship, c) Materials, d) Religion, e) Politics, f) Social structure.
2. Identify and compare the ornamentation design motifs and textiles of the periods, styles and designers.
3. Recognize and identify furniture pieces and materials of the various designers and architects.
4. Define and use vocabulary common to 20th century design, ornamentation, architecture and furniture.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Define and Use Vocabulary Common to the Art Periods Dating from
Baroque Europe and America Through the 20th Century with Relation to
Ornamentation, Architecture and Furniture.

II. Identify the Influences of Religion, Politics, Art and Social Customs
of the Art Periods
   A. Identify historical developments as they relate to social customs.
   B. Explain how religion and politics relate to social structure and
art.

III. Identify Ornamentation, Design Motifs and Textiles Common to the Art
Periods
   A. Name and sketch common motifs and ornamentation.
   B. Compare and contrast motifs of antiquity, Middle Ages and the
Renaissance.
   C. Identify fibers and fabrics used in each art period.

IV. Recognize and Differentiate Furniture Pieces, Materials and
Construction Methods of the Countries and Art Periods
   A. Identify names and uses of furniture pieces.
   B. Identify the materials used in furniture production.
   C. Describe construction techniques.
   D. Compare materials and construction to identify period and country of
origin.
   E. Create and maintain sketches, a file or notebook of furniture.

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

Projects and Assignments 60% of grade
Exam                     30% of grade  
Field Trip               10% of grade    
  Total:                100%  

Grading Criteria:

 A = 90 - 100%
 B = 80 -  89%
 C = 70 -  79%
 D = 60 -  69%
 F = Below 60%

Caveats:

1. A field trip is required as part of this course. Students must attend on the specified date for credit. Students must provide transportation.
2. Students will need basic word processing and internet search skills for completion of some papers, exercises and projects.

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.