This degree provides a comprehensive foundation in two-dimensional visual arts, preparing
students for transfer to four-year institutions or for professional practice in the
arts. The program emphasizes technical skill development and creative exploration
in disciplines such as drawing, painting, and printmaking. Students will gain proficiency
in traditional and contemporary 2-D art practices, develop a critical understanding
of visual language, and build a professional portfolio showcasing their artistic abilities.
Through hands-on studio experience and art theory courses, graduates will be equipped
with the skills necessary to excel in advanced art studies or to pursue a career in
the visual arts.
The Associate of Arts degree is granted to students who have completed at least 12
semester units of the required 60-degree applicable semester units at Glendale Community
College. The required 60 semester units must include all of the following: (1) Completion
of the courses required in the major or area of emphasis with a grade of “C” or better,
or a “P” grade. (2) Completion of one of the following general education patterns:
GCC General Education Requirements or the California General Education Transfer Curriculum
(Cal-GETC) requirements. (3) A minimum GPA of 2.0 in the required 60 semester units.
Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will learn and apply key 2-D art concepts
in a variety of mediums, materials and techniques, while prioritizing proper handling
and safety precautions; describe, interpret, and critique artworks by exploring their
meaning, history, and connections to Contemporary Art; develop artist statements,
resumes, portfolios, and exhibition skills to professionally present your work in
Contemporary Art contexts; make original art that demonstrates strong craftsmanship,
creative material use, and thoughtful ideas.
Associate of Arts Program Map
| REQUIRED COURSES FOR MAJOR |
UNITS |
|
ARTH C1100/C1100H
or
ARTH C1200/C1200H
|
Survey of Art from Prehistory to the Medieval Era
or
Survey of Art from the Renaissance to the Contemporary
|
3
or
3
|
|
ART 130
|
2-D Foundations |
3
|
|
ART 150
|
Foundations of Drawing |
3
|
| CHOOSE THREE OF THE FOLLOWING |
|
ART 131
|
Intermediate 2-D Design |
3
|
|
ART 151
|
Intermediate Drawing |
3
|
|
ART 152
|
Figure Drawing |
3
|
|
ART 160
|
Painting I |
3
|
|
ART 164
|
Water Color I |
3
|
| ART 166 |
Figure Painting |
3 |
|
ART 170
|
Introduction to Printmaking |
3
|
| ART 179 |
Portfolio Presentation for Studio Artists |
3 |
| ART 280 |
Current Techniques and Trends in Studio Arts |
3 |
| PHOTO 100 |
Digital Photography I |
3 |
|
PHOTO 101
|
Traditional Photography I |
3
|
| MINIMUM UNITS REQUIRED |
18 |
Units for the major may be double counted for Cal-GETC or GCC General Education. Elective
units may be used to reach the 60-unit degree requirement. NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED DUE TO PREREQUISITES. SEE A COUNSELOR
FOR A PERSONALIZED STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.
| Fall 2026 |
GCC Catalog 2026-2027 |
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Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented
above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor
or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see
the catalog from that year.
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