MUSC355

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MUSC355

Computer Arts MUSC355 FA

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Like a pencil, a computer is a tool shared by many artistic disciplines, not a medium that defines one. Thus, phonography, photography, typography, and videography can share the same workstation while continuing as independent practices. However, this shared tool also opens possibilities of new genres that integrate these different practices. The burgeoning popularity of the Internet has created a social site that demands such innovations of any artistic intervention. Computer Arts is an interdisciplinary seminar that will explore the new genres possible with these new media. We will examine works and read theoretical writings in the related disciplines of radio, video, installation, and performance that shed light on the possibilities and pitfalls of the interdiscipline of computer arts.

MAJOR READINGS

Doug Hall and Sally Jo Fifer. VIDEO: AN
ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO VIDEO ART
Robert Rowe, INTERACTIVE COMPUTER SYSTEMS
Benjamin Wooley, VIRTUAL WORLDS
Richard Lanham, THE ELECTRONIC WORLD
Daina Augaitis and Dan Lander, RADIO RETHINK

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Weekly projects culminating in two major works. Collaborative projects are encouraged but not required.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

This seminar is intended for upper level Art majors with computer experience. Admission to the class is based on the examination of a portfolio of work in the previous semester or at the beginning of the semester the course is offered. Computer science majors and other students with programming experience and an interest in collaborative projects will also be considered for admission to the class.

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Laboratory Lecture Seminar Studio

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00 Gen Ed Area & Dept: HA MUSC

Prerequisites: None

Last Updated on MAR-22-1999

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