Philosophy of Art
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Overview
Subject area
PHI
Catalog Number
3240
Course Title
Philosophy of Art
Department(s)
Description
This course deals with the origins of art in human activity, theories of beauty, and art as expression, as communication, and as ideology. The concepts of form, representation, and abstraction are examined, as well as the distinction between the fine and popular arts. Examples are chosen from painting, music and literature.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
036365