ARH 313 - Physical Properties and Material Limits of Design for Art and Artifacts,

At least sophomore standing or consent of instructor. (3)

Study of physical properties and limitations of materials used by artists and architects from the past and present, including exploration of the importance of physicality to the creative process and to the duration and conservation of the artifact. Students develop understanding of how things are made, and whether they may endure. Suitable for majors or non majors. Lecture, discussion, readings, field work, lab. Graded ABCDE Offered infrequently.