Part III Courses

Course Outline

FAA 301 Life Drawing II                                                    2 Units

Detailed anatomical studies of the human figures in various modes of dressing, poses, moods and actions with appropriate objects against suitable backgrounds using different drawing techniques a media. Quick study of figures in motion.

FAA 302 General Drawing II                                                  2 Units

Group figure composition and outdoor sketches of figures going about their daily activities. Studies must show the environment nature, architecture and occupation.

FAA 303 Materials and Techniques in Painting                   3 Units

Introduction to materials, methods and techniques in painting studies of the different materials and medium in painting. Exploration of various possibilities in the combination of these materials, methods and techniques; uses, handling, problems and safety.

FAA 3024 Still Life Painting                                                  3 Units

Exploration of various composition in colour, with special emphasis on shape, colour, structure, texture, rhythm and special organization. Objects should include both man-made objects and natural objects. Emphasis on developing individuals style of artistic expression.

FAA 305 Composition in Oil                                                 3 Units

Exploration of various composition in form organization and arrangement composition in colour and its symbols, expressive and creative possibilities. Emphasis on developing individuals’ style of artistic expression.

FAA 306 Colour Theory and Exploration                             3 Units

Theories of colour and principles of colour application and combination. Colour psychology, symbolism and the African concept of colour. Study of the work of major master artists and their use of colours.

FAA 307 Figure Painting                                                       3 Units

Detailed anatomical studies of the human figure in various poses, moods and actions in different media, different expressive, experimental and explorative manners. Development or perfection of personal style or mannerism.

FAA 308 Portraiture                                                               3 Units

Portraits in different media; pencil ink and wash, crayon (wax or pencil), charcoal, pastel, watercolour and oil. Emphasis on anatomical accuracy, physical and psychological resemblance.

FAA 309 Materials, equipment & Techniques in Ceramics      3 Units

Introduction to various materials and equipment used in ceramic art and production. Techniques and Processes, Fabrication and improvisation: problems and prospects. Portable mobile kiln, slab roller, kick wheel, pug mill, clay extruder.

FAA 310 Throwing Techniques and Processes                   3 Units

Uses of potter’s wheel and other methods to create visual ideas in clay that is sculptural and functional. Basic shapes and Techniques: centering, opening, and raising the wall. Throwing cylindrical shapes, throwing open shapes, trimming, flower vases, candle stands, and storage vessels, table and kitchen ware.

FAA 311 Ceramic Mosaics (Tiles and Plaques)                    3 Units

Exploration of slab techniques of pottery for the production of decorative tiles and plaques, Processes: Slabbing, press moulding and extruding, suspended ceiling (with clay and plaster of Paris), floor and wall tiles, mural and mosaic decoration decoration. Preparation of grog for ceramic mosaic and creation of designs based on traditional and contemporary motifs for plaques

FAA 312 Mould Making and Slip Casting                             3 Units

Introduction to mould making and slip casting techniques; definition and purposes; materials and tools; moulding casting of thrown and sculptural objects.

FAA 313 Hand-built Pottery & Ceramics Sculpture              3 Units

Introduction to hand-built techniques and variety of sculptural expression, hand-building Techniques: pinching, coiling and slab construction, modeling, assemblage and decorative cylinders, technique for architectural, sculptural and figural composition. Exercise on creating pots of various shapes and sizes, and forms for environmental ceramic sculpture using traditional shapes and motifs for utilitarian, ceremonial and architectural use for public places.

FAA 314 History of Ceramics                                                3 Units

Introduction; to the historical development of ceramics through the ages i.e. Pre-historic Origins of Ceramics, Earliest Potter’s Wheel, Firings and Kilns, From Antiquity to Classical to Classical Period in Europe. The Islamic World and Asia: The West in the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries. Africa: Nok and Ife Contemporary Ceramics, Early Attempts at Reform, interest in Avant-garde Design. Interest in Traditional techniques, Renowned Ceramics; Wedgwood, Leach, Amanda, Kwali, etc.

FAA 317 materials and Techniques in Textiles Design        3 Units

Introduction to materials and techniques in Textiles and various stages of textile production identifying the basic materials i.e. dyed, woven and printed textiles. Fibre fabric, (man-made/natural) dyes, chemicals, pigments etc. Use of various techniques of textile from production to finishing.

FAA 318 History and theory of Textile Design                     3 Units

Definitions and Origin of textiles, history of textiles from the ancient times to the modern; identification of various forms of textiles in Africa, Asia and Diaspora; the relevance of trade in the spread of fabrics with references to Asia, Europe, Africa and the Americas; the history of textiles in West Africa. New trends in textile production (weaving and surface patterning) and cross-cultural) influences. Effect of technology, foreign religions and trans-Saharan trade routes on Textile design and production; exploration of textiles into far eastern countries and the diasporas (China, Japan, India, Java, Cuba, Brazil etc). Types of textiles and their socio-cultural and religious relevance.

FAA 319 Fabric Design                                                         3 Units

Focus on development of concept for fabric design through exercise in basic repeat patterns on papers for the part of fabrics etc. identification and exploration of colour as an element of design Study contemporary harmonious, analogous colour types Exercise in various techniques to pre sample design for textile surfaces.

FAA 320 Fashion Design I                                                    3 Units

Definition of fashion and its influence on human existence; rudiments of fashion (style, colour, motif and pattern). The study of clothing in relation to the figure (sixe snf dysyutr). Economic tech aesthetics educational and psychological importance of fashion Exercise in the iA4e of various concept of design for the production of fabrics for a model dress.

FAA 321 Resist Techniques                                                  3 Units

Study of the various forms of resist techniques i.e. Batik and tie-dye their similarities and differences. Design processes – waxing and starching tieing, folding, stitching and pleating, hot wax cold wax and paste resist procedures. Exercises in various techniques of batik design – hot wax, cold wax and paste – with emphasis on African motifs, patterns and colour symbolism.

FAA 322 Printed Fabric                                                         3 Units

Advanced exploration of printing techniques and processes (screen and block printing, roller and rotary screen-printing); planning a design and design experiments; relevance of repeats in printed design, colour choice and combination. Free and direct application of patterns and colour (brush broomsticks, leaves, cassava-out etc); pre treatment and after treatment of fabrics, fixation of decorated fabrics (steaming, ironing, scouring etc), emphasis on studies into industrial production of textiles.

FAA 323 Materials and Techniques in Sculpture                 3 Units

Introduction to traditional materials and processes: stone and wood carving, clay modeling and metal casting Exposure to new materials new methods and new forms in sculpture construction; mixed media, installation and kinetic sculptures. Discussion on various materials tools, equipment and techniques in sculpture.

FAA Direct Modeling                                                             3 Units

Exploration of direct modeling in sculpture using concrete and or any other medium Exercise in the study of various objects and figural poses of human and animal with emphasis on anatomical study of forms and drapery.

FAA 327 Carving techniques                                                3 Units

Portrait studies of seated figure with emphasis on mood, character, physical and psychological resemblance. Exercise in modelling the bust of a poses model, self-portrai, and use of photographs in making portraitures.

FAA 328 Carving Techniques.                                              3 Units

Intensive study of works of modern masters in wood-carving with a view to evolving a unique form of sculptural expression; background study of African traditional wood sculpture is essential. Exploration of the unique structural possibilities of carving materials such as plaster and wood. Types of wood, traditional and modem carving tools, experiments in carving to produce figures and decoratve items. Exercises in carving, using various materials such as plaster and wood in producing creative door panels, stools, figures in the round and relief, walking stick.

FAA 329  Metal Constructions in Sculpture                         3 Units

Exploration of various materials (hardboard, cardboard, etc) in constructing railings, gates, masks, balusters, pillars and abstract figures.

FAA 330 Assemblage in Sculpture                                       3 Units

Creative exploration of metal, plastic wood etc to evolve a unique form of sculptural expression with simple weldng, gluing, weaving, hanging, interlocking etc.

FAA 331 Materials and Techniques in Graphics Design          3 Units

Analysis of production methods, techniques and processes, such as gouache, water colour, photography, printmaking computer, pantone etc. Problems of visual communication through the graphic media. Advertising principles, procedures and psychology. Presentation methods in a variety of tehniques such as silkscreen, dry-point, etching, linocuts, mono-prints, marbling, photography etc.

FAA 332 Contemporary Printmaking                                    3 Units

Studies of the various techniques of printmaking with special emphasis on relief printing, intaglio printing, surface printing plunographic processes as media of creative expression. Differences between woodcut and wood engraving dry-point and etching: printing woodcut and drypoint.

FAA 333   Layout and Poster Design                           3 Units

Studies of varieties of layout arid the selection of appropriate typography for creative poster designs using various imaginative techniques. Discussions on the functions, elements, and characteristics of poster design and the significance of colour in poster design.

FAA 334   Illustration and Visualization                           3 Units

Introduction to tile different media of illustration — pen and ink, wash, pencil, coloured pencil, graphite pencil, charcoal, chalk pastel, oil pastel, poster and water colour, air brush and mixed media illustration for visual communication in book illustration, story telling, poster design, scientific communication and so on.

FAA 335   History of Graphic Design                           3 Units

The history o1 Arts developed from the clay tablets of the Babylonians (c. 4000 B.C.) to the present day computer-controlled printing devices. Emphasis is on the works of notable Graphic designers.

FAA 336   Introduction to Photography                           3 Units

A study of the camera and its parts, the use of darkroom equipment and basic techniques of photographic processes. Various types of camera handling, and picture taking as well as picture processing methods. Consideration of the various film brands and their characteristics. The importance of light in photography.

FAA 339   Art Historical Methodology                          3 Units

Introduction to Art Historical Studies with emphasis on African Art; consideration of the basic principles of art historical study with reference to periods, style, social and cultural context, patronage, artistic training, individual creativity and the issue of tradition. Exercise in the study of various methods of historical research and field investigation.

FAA 340   History of Museums & Galleries In Nigeria       3 Units

The history and development of Museums in Nigeria - types of museums; their functions and purposes. The role of museums in the preservation of our national heritage -palace collections, temple and shrine furniture. The emergence of art galleries in Nigeria; art galleries as repositories of contemporary art, the collection, conservation and preservation of art works.

FAA 341   Western Art History I                                        3Units

A survey of the historical development of artistic creativity from the earliest times to the 15 century; from the Pre-historic to the Gothic periods in Europe, North Africa, the Middle and Far East, with specific reference to the evolution of artistic styles, the social context of art and factors which affect the development of the artist.

FAA 342   Western Art History II                                       3 Units

A survey of the major historical developments in Western Art from the Renaissance to the 20 Century in Europe and North Africa, with special reference to the evolution of styles, the emergency of schools, artistic movements and patronage.

FAA 343   Forms and Meaning in Art                       3 Units

The study of the relationship between the formal characteristics and the symbolism and significance of art objects. Art works as carriers of meaning, iconographical, iconological and semiotic analysis of works of art in relation to other aspects of life.

FAA 344 Introduction to Field Work and Historical Documentation Techniques  3 Units

Students will be introduced to various methods of data collection – direct observation, questionnaire and library research. The use of technical aids such as cameras, video and audio tapes, and the processing of data in the various areas of specialization.

FAA 345   History of the Nigerian Artistic Heritage          3 Units

Study of the Pre-historic rock paintings and ancient Nigerian artistic civilizations e.g. lgbo Ukwu, Ife, Benin, Nok, Owo, Esie, Tsoede and Akwanshi. With emphasis on form and content, medium area of finds and significance of the arts to Nigerian artistic history.

FAA 346   Art and Society in Africa                                  3 Units

The importance of the visual arts and the role of the artist. The relationship between art forms, political and religious leadership, entertainment, satire and social criticism.

FAA 347   Creative Explorations of Indigenous Forms and Materials            2 Units

Study of the qualities of indigenous art materials, vegetable, animal, mineral; and experimentation with indigenous art materials with a view to creating new forms from these in response to contemporary needs and taste. Students are expected to produce works in relation to their area of specialization.

FAA 348   Art Studio Management and Gallery Administration 2 Units

Study of art studio designs organization and management Exposure to the use of studio material storage, maintenance of tools, instrument equipment and preservation of art works.

FAA 349   Computer Application to Visual Art                  2 Units

Studies on various computer art packages for word processing and Computer Generated imagery (CGI such as Adobe series, Photoshop, illustrator, PageMaker, etc.

FAA 356   SIWES II                                                            2 Units

The last three of the six months of industrial attachment required of the students to interact with an agencies, private art studios and industries for practical experiences.