Courses - LCSC Catalog

Fine and Performing Arts (FP)

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Course Descriptions - Lewis-Clark State College 2002-2003 Catalog

FP 150 - Introduction to the Arts (3 cr.)

An examination of the technical, psychological, social and cultural dimensions of the artistic mediums of art, music and drama. Students will develop means of analyzing and critically commenting on the artistic experiences. Pre-requisite/co-requisite: ENGL 101.

FP 297/497 - Experiential Block (1-16 cr.)

Students may be awarded credit for previous education, training, or work experience using Assessment of Prior Experiential Learning. These credits do not qualify toward fulfilling the residency requirements. See ID 285 - Portfolio Completion.

FP 300 - Arts and Ideas I (3 cr.)

An integrated humanities course designed to examine the historical, philosophical, and aesthetic aspects of the humanities in Western Culture. Covers the historical periods from Mesopotamia and Egypt to the Middle Ages. (Available only in Coeur d'Alene.)

FP 350 - Art and Censorship (3 cr.)

Focuses on the social and ethical implications of the artist's creative freedom, and particularly how artistic freedom relates to personal freedom. Considers issues common to the visual, plastic, musical, and theatrical arts. Pre-requisite: Junior standing.

FP 350 - Propaganda (3 cr.)

Traces the origins, examines the practices and considers the consequences of propaganda in both totalitarian and democratic societies. The ethical implication of propaganda will be explored by applying relevant ethical and moral codes to a variety of case studies. Pre-requisite: Junior standing.

FP 351 - Integrative Seminar (3 cr.)

Seminars focus on a range of value questions about a single contemporary issue (wilderness, health, minorities, media, etc.). Issues will change from year to year. Pre-requisite: Junior standing.