Upon completing an Graduate Certificate in Quantum Computing, students will acquire specialized expertise in this cutting-edge field. Armed with a comprehensive understanding of quantum principles and algorithms, graduates will be poised to address intricate computational problems and drive innovation in technology and scientific research.
The Graduate Certificate in Quantum Computing is designed for professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in the growing field of quantum computing. The program provides a flexible and accessible path for continuing education, with a focus on foundational knowledge as well as practical applications of quantum computing in industry.
Upon completion of the program, students will have a solid understanding of the basic principles and applications of quantum computing, and be well-prepared for careers in a wide range of industries, as well as for further studies in advanced programs in quantum computing and related fields.
Educational Objectives
The Graduate Certificate in Quantum Computing program aims to help students to:
Understand the mathematical principles of quantum mechanics, including linear algebra and computational complexity theory.
Understand the principles of quantum algorithms and their implementation on quantum computing platforms.
Work on practical applications of quantum computing and understand their advantages and limitations.
Simulate quantum computers using languages such as Qiskit, Cirq, and Braket.
Understand the fundamental of mathematical principles of quantum computing, including linear algebra and computational complexity theory.
Understand the fundamental principles of quantum algorithms and their implementation on quantum computing platforms.
Work on practical applications of quantum computing and understand their advantages and limitations.
Program and simulate quantum computers using languages such as Qiskit, Cirq, and Braket.
Admissions Requirement
Applicants are required to have completed undergraduate courses in related fields such as physics, mathematics, computer science, or engineering.
Applicants are required to have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.5 to be considered for admission.
Graduation Requirement
Candidates are required to pass all courses with a grade of B minus or higher to complete the certificate.
Curriculum Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Quantum Computing program consists of five courses totaling 15 credits. The courses required for completion are as follows:
Code
Course Title
Credits
Prerequisite(s)
Core Requirements (15 cr)
QCI400
Overview of Quantum Computing
3
None
QCI401
Mathematical Foundations of Quantum Computing
3
None
QCI501
Qubits, Quantum Gates and Quantum Circuits
3
QCI401
QCI521
Foundational Quantum Algorithms
3
QCI501
QCI531
Practical Quantum Computing Applications
3
QCI521
Note: If you have completed college-level Linear Algebra and Quantum Mechanics (transcript required), you have the option to take a test to waive the QCI400 course requirement.
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The Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences program seeks to provide a solid foundation and excellent educational experience to prepare qualified and aspiring students for careers or advanced studies in biomedical or related fields. The program also aims to instill in students a perspective for the genuine well-being of each individual through a preventive, integrative, and holistic approach, which combines Western medicine with wisdom from time-honored traditions.
The Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences program seeks to provide a solid foundation and excellent educational experience to prepare qualified and aspiring students for careers or advanced studies in biomedical or related fields. The program also aims to instill in students a perspective for the genuine well-being of each individual through a preventive, integrative, and holistic approach, which combines Western medicine with wisdom from time-honored traditions.
Educational Objectives
The Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science program aims to:
Provide students with a solid foundation in the theories, methods, knowledge, and application of biomedical sciences; with competencies in collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating experimental data; and in using modern laboratory techniques.
Equip students with the ability to synthesize, integrate, and apply knowledge and skills in practical problem-solving in a real-world setting, along with a sense of professionalism; enable students to develop passion and the ability and skills for life-long learning.
Instill in students open-mindedness and integrative views on the well-being of each individual, as well as a sense of responsibility for ethical practice and judgment in today’s research, health, and medical fields.
After completing this program, students should be able to:
Demonstrate mastery of fundamental principles, concepts, methods, and application in the core areas of biomedical sciences; capable of synthesizing these basic materials and apply to advanced-level studies; demonstrate proficiency in conducting hypothesis-driven biomedical research through experimental design, data collection, analysis, and interpretation, as well as become well-trained in the use of modern laboratory techniques.
Develop competencies of a skillset supporting career development and life-long learning for a wide range of biomedical science, medical, and health careers, including critical thinking and communication skills, scientific inquiry, problem-solving, and information literacy skills.
Apply knowledge and skills learned from classes to real-world settings through experiential opportunities. Demonstrate workplace readiness by developing career-required professional qualities and skills, including dedication, responsibilities/accountability, academic integrity, work ethic, self-management, and teamwork.
Enable students to develop open-minded and interdisciplinary views on modern biomedical sciences. Demonstrate a good understanding of integrative medicine (e.g., mind-body interaction) and personalized medicine for improving the health and well-being of an individual.
Establish understanding and responsible views on ethical, moral, and legal aspects in various challenges and arguments that arise for today’s practice of medicine as well as in public health, healthcare, and biomedical research settings.
Admissions Requirement
The program works with Admission closely to review applicants based on their transcripts, standardized test scores, personal statements, recommendations, and interviews to reach admission decisions.
Graduation Requirement
Students must complete all the required credits in the Major Requirements, General Education Core and Free Electives with a minimum GPA of 2.5 in order to graduate.
Students must also complete at least 61 courses designated as “LAS” or Liberal Arts and Science in accordance with New York State regulations.
Curriculum Overview
The BS in Biomedical Sciences is a 121-semester credit curriculum with three major components: major requirements, general education requirements, and free electives.
BS in Biomedical Sciences Curriculum
Area
Credits
Major Requirements
70
Major Core
42
Major Electives
28
Chemistry
Biology
Health Sciences
Biomedical Sciences
General Science
General Education Requirements
45
College Core
11
College Success
2
College English
3
World Civilizations
6
Breadth Distribution
26
Humanities
6
Writing and Rhetoric
3
Quantitative Reasoning
3
Natural Sciences
3
Social Sciences
3
Art and Aesthetics
5
Values and Ethics
3
World Languages and literature
8
Free Electives
6
Total Required Credits for Graduation
121
Major Requirements(70 credits)
The major requirements are comprised of a major core (39 credits) and a selection from major electives (31 credits) based on a student’s specific career goal.
Major Electives (Select at least 28 cr from the following list of courses)
Chemistry
CHM211
Organic Chemistry I
3
CHM102, Co-requisite
CHM211L
Organic Chemistry I Lab
1
CHM102L, Co-requisite
CHM212
Organic Chemistry II
3
CHM211, Co-requisite
CHM212L
Organic Chemistry II Lab
1
CHM211L, Co-requisite
CHM213
Principles of Organic and Biochemistry
3
CHM102, Co-requisite
CHM213L
Principles of Organic and Biochemistry Lab
1
CHM102L, Co-requisite
BSC322
Biochemistry
3
CHM211
Biology
BSC222
Cell Biology
3
BSC102, Co-requisite
BSC222L
Cell Biology Lab
1
BSC102L, Co-requisite
BSC321
Molecular Biology
3
BSC102, Co-requisite
BSC321L
Molecular Biology Lab
1
BSC102L, Co-requisite
BSC223
Human Genetics
3
BSC102
BSC325
Cellular and Molecular Biology
3
BSC102, Co-requisite
BSC325L
Cellular and Molecular Biology Lab
1
BSC102L, Co-requisite
BSC326
Human Genetics and Genomics
3
BSC102
BSC433
Developmental Biology
3
BSC212
Biomedical Sciences
BMS322
Introduction to Human Pathology
3
BSC212
BSC332
Introduction to Immunology
3
BSC212
BSC331
Introduction to Neuroscience
3
BSC212
BSC432
Introduction to Pharmacology
3
CHM211 or CHM213
BMS331
Public Health and Epidemiology
3
STA101
BMS321
Human Genomics and Personalized Medicine
3
BSC102 & STA101
BSC434
Introduction to Bioinformatics
3
BSC102 & STA101
BMS361
Biomedical Sciences Internship
3
Permission form
BMS462
Biomedical Sciences Practicum II
4
BMS226 and 80 cr
Health Sciences
BMS323
Introduction to Medical Laboratory Science
3
BSC212 & CHM213, Co-requisite
BMS323L
Introduction to Medical Laboratory Science Lab
1
BSC212L & CHM213L, Co-requisite
HSC211
Introduction to US Healthcare
2
BMS101
HSC311
Introduction to Health Information Management
3
HSC211
BMS431
Introduction to Integrative Medicine
3
BMS322 & BMS103
BMS235
Life Span Developmental Psychology^
3
PSY101
SOC101
Introduction to Sociology^
3
BMS335
Abnormal Psychology
3
BMS135
HSC322
Exercise Physiology
3
BSC212
General Science
PHY101*
General Physics I*
3
Co-requisite
PHY101L*
General Physics I Lab*
1
Co-requisite
PHY102*
General Physics II*
3
PHY101, Co-requisite
PHY102L*
General Physics II Lab*
1
PHY101L, Co-requisite
MAT105*
Calculus I*
4
MAT106
Calculus II
4
MAT105
Total Credits Required for Graduation
70
*Required for pre-med students, ^Required for pre-nursing students
General Education Core (45 credits)
FTC Northern requires that all undergraduate students, regardless of major, complete core general education courses in nine distributions. The Gen Ed requirements for Biomedical Sciences students are 41 credits.
Code
Course Title
Credits
Prerequisite(s)
College Core (11 cr)
College Success (11 cr)
LAS102
College Success
2
LAS004
Career Development
College English (3 cr)
ENG101
Effective English
3
World Civilizations (6 cr)
CIV111
Western Civilization
3
CIV112
Chinese Civilization
3
CIV113
World Civilization
3
Breadth Distribution (26 cr)
Humanities (6 cr)
HUM125
U.S. Society and Government
3
HUM204
Survey of Western Literature
3
ENG101
HUM221
The Making of the Modern World
3
HUM222
Topics in Chinese History
3
Writing and Rhetoric (9 cr)
ENG104
Public Speaking
3
ENG101
ENG201*
Academic Writing*
3
ENG101
ENG205
Writing for Media
3
ENG101
ENG221
Debate and Argumentation
3
ENG101
Quantitative Reasoning (3 cr) Select one from the following
MAT101
Mathematics in Applied Context
3
STA101*
Introduction to Statistics*
3
MAT201
Linear Algebra
4
MAT104
Applied Calculus
3
MAT105
Calculus I
4
MAT106
Calculus II
4
MAT105
Social Sciences (3 cr)
ECO101
Principles of Economics
3
BMS135*
Introduction to Psychology*
3
POL102
US Society and Government
SOC101^
Introduction to Sociology^
3
Natural Sciences (3 cr)
BMS132*
Nutrition, Health, and Wellness*
3
BSC100
Principles of Biology
3
Co-requisite
BSC100L
Principles of Biology Lab
1
Co-requisite
CHM100
Principles of Chemistry
3
Co-requisite
CHM100L
Principles of Chemistry Lab
1
Co-requisite
PHY101
General Physics I
3
PHY101L
General Physics I Lab
1
Co-requisite
Art and Aesthetics (5 cr)
ARH101
Art History I
3
ARH102
Art History II
3
ARH111
Visual Literacy I
2
BMS132*
Nutrition, Health, and Wellness*
3
BSC100
Principles of Biology
3
Co-requisite
BSC100L
Principles of Biology Lab
1
Co-requisite
CHM100
Principles of Chemistry
3
Co-requisite
CHM100L
Principles of Chemistry Lab
1
Co-requisite
PHY101
General Physics I
3
PHY101L
General Physics I Lab
1
Co-requisite
Values and Ethics (3 cr)
PHL130
Philosophical Perspectives I
1
PHL131
Philosophical Perspectives II
1
PHL231
Philosophical Perspectives III
1
PHL130 and PHL131
LAS005
Self-Cultivation Practice
0
World Languages (8 cr)
CLC111
Elementary Chinese I
4
Placement test
CLC112
Elementary Chinese II
4
CLC111
CLC211
Intermediate Chinese I
4
Placement test
CLC212
Intermediate Chinese II
4
CLC211
CLC311
Advanced Chinese I
4
Placement test
CLC312
Advanced Chinese II
4
CLC311
SPN101
Elementary Spanish I
4
SPN102
Elementary Spanish II
4
Total Credits Required for Graduation
45
* Required for all BMS students
^ Required for students who aim for Nursing or Occupational Therapy graduate programs. Overflow credits will be counted towards Free Electives.
Free Electives ( 6 credits)
Students are free to choose 6 credits from the Biomedical Sciences elective courses or any other college level courses offered by the College.
Minor in Biomedical Sciences
The Department of Biomedical Sciences also offers a minor for students pursuing majors in other departments.
Courses for Minor in Biomedical Sciences*
Code
Course Title
Credits
Prerequisite(s)
Required
BSC211
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
3
BSC101 or BSC100, Co-requisite
BSC211L
Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab
1
BSC101L or BSC100L, Co-requisite
BSC212
Human Anatomy and Physiology II
3
BSC211, Co-requisite
BSC212L
Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab
1
BSC211L, Co-requisite
Pick any of the following 2 series
BSC222
Cell Biology
3
BSC102, Co-requisite
BSC222L
Cell Biology Lab
1
BSC102L, Co-requisite
BSC321
Molecular Biology
BSC102, Co-requisite
BSC321L
Molecular Biology Lab
BSC102L, Co-requsite
Elective Select from the following or any other BSC###/BMS### courses in upper division from BMS curriculum.
* To register for any course, a student must either meet the pre-requisites or get approved by the instructor.
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The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Arts Management program seeks to produce students who have fundamental knowledge of arts management, adequate proficiency in one arts specialization, as well as a clear understanding of art aesthetics, leadership, and their impact on society.
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Arts Management program seeks to produce students who have fundamental knowledge of arts management, adequate proficiency in one arts specialization, as well as a clear understanding of art aesthetics, leadership, and their impact on society.
Educational Objectives
The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fine Art and design program aims to:
To provide students with an in-depth understanding of and adequate proficiency in the art specialty of the student’s choice and to develop within students an appreciation of the art’s role in humanity’s history, cultures and societal traditions and values.
To enable students to develop a solid foundation in management theory and methods with applications to the arts field, as well as critical thinking skills for lifelong learning.
To equip students with the ability to apply their knowledge and techniques, leadership, and communication skills to real-world arts management in a professional, ethical, and moral manner.
After completing this program, students should be able to:
Apply a range of business concepts towards the professional and ethical management of the arts.
Demonstrate a broad awareness of art history and aesthetics in general, and as they relate to their chosen concentration.
Perform the techniques, skills and craft in their chosen concentration.
Admissions Requirement
Institutional-wide Admission Criteria
Completion of high school or equivalent.
Official Transcript: allow for evaluation of academic performance, relevant coursework, and overall readiness for college-level study.
Personal Statement: helps reviewers understand the applicant’s motivations and aspirations to pursue the program of study.
Letters of Recommendation: Letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, or professionals familiar with the applicant’s abilities and potential, and additional insights into the applicant’s character, work ethic, and potential for success in the program.
Program-specific Criteria
Portfolio Submission: A strong portfolio showcasing the applicant’s artistic and design skills is often crucial. This may include examples of illustrations, digital designs, and other relevant work.
Academic Qualifications: Applicants are usually required to have a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs may also consider academic performance in relevant subjects.
Letters of Recommendation: Some programs may request letters of recommendation from teachers or professionals who can assess the applicant’s creativity, work ethic, and potential in graphic design.
Personal Statement or Essay: Applicants may be required to submit a personal statement or essay explaining their interest in graphic design, their career goals, and how the program aligns with their aspirations.
Interview or Portfolio Review: In some cases, applicants might be required to participate in an interview or portfolio review process to discuss their work, design philosophy, and future goals.
Color Vision Test: Submission of non-colorblindness test results or take the test, ensuring applicants can effectively perceive and work with a full spectrum of colors.
Graduation Requirement
The academic requirements for graduation from the BFA in Arts Management program are the successful completion of the curriculum with a grade point average of no less than 2.0.
In addition, a graduate must have taken at least 50% of all courses from FTC Northern.
Curriculum Overview
The BFA in Arts Management is a 121-semester credit program with three main components: major requirements, general education core, and free electives.
Curriculum Structure for BFA in Arts Management
Area
Credits
Major Requirements
70
Management Core
27
Art Core
26
History/Theory/Literature
13
Techniques/Practices
13
Major Electives
10
Senior Synthesis and Career Development
7
General Education Requirements
45
College Core
11
College Success
2
College English
3
World Civilizations
6
Breadth Distribution
26
Humanities
6
Writing and Rhetoric
3
Quantitative Reasoning
3
Scientific Reasoning
6
Natural Sciences
3
Social Sciences
3
Art and Aesthetics
5
Values and Ethics
3
World Language and Literature
8
Electives
6
Total Required Credits for Graduation
121
Major Required Courses for BFA in Arts Management
Code
Course Title
Credits
Prerequisite(s)
Management Core
27
BUS121
Fundamentals of Arts Management
3
ACC121
Financial Accounting
3
ACC222
Managerial Accounting
3
ACC121
BUS213
Business Finance
3
ACC121
MKT201
Principles of Marketing
3
BUS121
MKT321
Digital Marketing
3
MKT201
MGM331
Organizational Behavior
3
MKT201 & BUS121
MGM431
Managing and Leading Organizations
3
MGM331
Pick one from BUS331 and BUS332
BUS331
Arts and Entertainment Law
3
BUS121
BUS332
Introduction to Business Law
3
BUS121
Art Core
26
History/Theory/Literature (13 cr)
Select a minimum of 13 cr from the following courses; Courses taken to fulfill Gen Ed requirements cannot be double counted here.
ARH101
Art History I
3
ARH102
Art History II
3
LAS104
Introduction to Performing
2
ART102A
Art Anatomy A
2
ART102B
Art Anatomy B
2
ART102A
DAN212
Dance Anatomy
3
DAN211
History of Dance: East and West
2
DAN331
Dance Pedagogy I
2
DAN332
Dance Pedagogy II
2
DAN331
MUS204
History of Music
3
MUS111A
Western Music Theory A
2
MUS111B
Western Music Theory B
2
MUS111A
ARH131
History of Graphic Design
3
ARH211
History of Cinema and Video
2
ARH131/Instructor consent
ART111
Visual Literacy I
2
DSG102
Computer Graphics
3
Or select any lecture courses in the BFA in Dance curriculum and in the BFA in Fine Arts and Design curriculum.
Techniques/Practices (13 cr)
DAB101R
Fundamentals of Classical Ballet I
6
DAN121R
Introduction to Repertoire of Dance
2
DAB221R
Repertory and Rehearsal I: Ballet
3
DAN121R
DAN101R
Fundamentals of Classical Chinese Dance I
6
DAN221R
Repertory and Rehearsal I: Classical Chinese Dance
2
DAN121R
DAN334
Composition I
2
DAN143R
Modern Dance
4
Instructor approval
MUS101A
Ear Training A
1
MUS101B
Ear Training B
1
MUS102A
Keyboard Skills A
1
MUS102B
Keyboard Skills B
1
MUS202A
Advanced Keyboard Skills A
1
MUS102
MUS202B
Advanced Keyboard Skills B
1
MUS102
DRP101
Drawing I
4
DRP102
Beginner Painting
4
DRP101
DRP205
Quick Sketch Techniques
2
DSG101
Design Studio I
DSG104
Typography Design I
3
DSG212
Video Production
3
ART101A
Perspective A
2
ART101B
Perspective B
2
ART101A
ART107
Composition Theory
3
DSG111
Photography
MUS252
Orchestra Practicum
1
Instructor Approval
Or select DAN### and/or DAB### courses in studio format from BFA in Dance curriculum and any DRP### and/or DSG### courses from BFA in Fine Arts and Design curriculum.
Major Electives*
10
Choose 5 or 6 cr from the following list. The rest 5 or 4 cr must be studio courses and can be selected from any ART, DRP, DSG, DAN, DAB, MUS course(s) in upper division.
CIS102
Introduction to Computing
3
ECO211
Microeconomics
3
ECO101
BUS215
Business Communication
3
ENG101
MGM332
Introduction to Human Resource Management
2
BUS121
BUS214
Financial Market and Investment
3
ACC121
DAS341
Business Data Analysis
3
STA101
BUS315
Finance for Entrepreneurs
3
BUS213
AMG431
Business Plan Development
3
MKT201 & ACC222
AMG361
Art Management Junior Internship
3
Dept. Approval
AMG211
Brand Identity
2
MKT201
ECO101
Principles of Economics
3
PSY101
Introduction to Psychology
3
MUS252
Orchestra Practicum
1
Instructor Approval
Senior Synthesis and Career Development
7
Choose one of:
AMG361
Art Management Junior Internship (1-3 credits)
3
Dept. Approval
AMG461
Senior Capstone
4
Dept. Approval
Total Required Credits
70
* Courses taken to fulfill GE requirements cannot be double counted as Major Electives.
General Education Curriculum for Arts Management Major
Code
Course Title
Credits
Prerequisite(s)
College Core (11 cr)
College Success (2 cr)
LAS102
College Success
2
LAS004
Career Development
0
College English (3 cr)
ENG101
Effective English
3
World Civilizations (6 cr)
CIV111
Western Civilization
3
CIV112
Chinese Civilization
3
CIV113
World Civilization
3
Breadth Distribution (26 cr)
Humanities (6 cr)
HUM125
U.S. Society and Government
3
HUM204
Survey of Western Literature
3
ENG101
HUM221
The Making of the Modern World
3
HUM222
Topics in Chinese History
3
Writing and Rhetoric (3 cr)
ENG104
Public Speaking
3
ENG101
ENG201
Academic Writing
3
ENG101
ENG205
Writing for Media
3
ENG101
ENG221
Debate and Argumentation
3
ENG101
Quantitative Reasoning (3 cr)
MAT101
Mathematics in Applied Context
3
STA101
Introduction to Statistics
3
MAT201
Linear Algebra
4
MAT104
Applied Calculus
3
MAT105
Calculus I
4
MAT106
Calculus II
4
MAT105
Scientific Reasoning (6 cr)
Social Sciences (3cr)
ECO101
Principles of Economics
3
PSY101
Introduction to Psychology
3
POL102
American Government and Civic Responsibility
3
SOC101
Introduction to Sociology
3
Natural Sciences (3cr*)
DAN212
Dance Anatomy
3
ART102A
Art Anatomy A
2
ART102B
Art Anatomy B
2
ART102A
BMS132
Nutrition, Health, and Wellness
3
BSC100
Principles of Biology
3
Co-requisite
BSC100L
Principles of Biology Lab
1
Co-requisite
CHM100
Principles of Chemistry
3
Co-requisite
CHM100L
Principles of Chemistry Lab
1
Co-requisite
PHY101
General Physics I
3
PHY101L
General Physics I Lab
1
Co-requisite
Art and Aesthetics (5 cr)
ARH101
Art History I
3
ARH102
Art History II
3
ART111
Visual Literacy I
2
ARH131
History of Graphic Design
3
DAN211
History of Dance: East and West
2
MUS240
History of Music
3
Values and Ethics (3 cr)
PHL130
Philosophical Perspectives I
1
PHL131
Philosophical Perspectives II
1
PHL231
Philosophical Perspectives III
1
PHL130 & 131
LAS005
Self-cultivation Practice
0
World Language and Literature (8 cr)
CLC111
Elementary Chinese I
4
Placement test
CLC112
Elementary Chinese II
4
CLC111
CLC211
Intermediate Chinese I
4
Placement test
CLC212
Intermediate Chinese II
4
CLC211
CLC311
Advanced Chinese I
4
Placement test
CLC312
Advanced Chinese II
4
CLC311
Total Required Credits
45
* Overflow credits will be counted into Free Electives.
Free Electives (6 credits)
Students are free to choose 6 credits from any college level courses offered by the college.
Courses for Minor in Arts Management (18 cr)
Code
Course Title
Credits
Prerequisite(s)
Core Requirements (15 cr)
BUS121
Fundamentals of Arts Management
3
ACC121
Financial Accounting
3
MKT201
Principles of Marketing
3
BUS121
ECO101
Principles of Economics
3
BUS213
Business Finance
3
ACC121
Select at least 3 cr from the following courses:
BUS215
Business Communication
3
ENG101
AMG211
Brand Identity
2
MKT201
BUS312
Digital Marketing
3
MKT201
AMG335
Fund Raising for the Arts
3
MKT201
MGM331
Organizational Behavior
3
MKT201 & BUS121
MGM332
Introduction to Human Resource Management
2
BUS121
MGM431
Managing and Leading Organizations
3
MGM331 & BUS121
BUS331
Arts and Entertainment Law
3
BUS121
BUS332
Introduction to Business Law
3
BUS121
BUS315
Finance for Entrepreneurs
3
BUS213
ECO211
Microeconomics
3
ECO101
ACC222
Managerial Accounting
3
ACC121
DAS341
Business Data Analysis
3
STA101
AMG431
Business Plan Development
3
MKT201 & ACC222
Total Required Credits
18
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The proposed master’s program is unique insofar as it combines thorough instruction in painting techniques with a deep investigation into the field of aesthetics. In this sense, we wish to help students communicate through their artworks by helping them excel in their ability to unite form and content. This program provides a continuation of advanced topics for students who earn a BFA in Fine Arts and hope to seek a career as a professional artist and/or art instructor.
The proposed master’s program is unique insofar as it combines thorough instruction in painting techniques with a deep investigation into the field of aesthetics. In this sense, we wish to help students communicate through their artworks by helping them excel in their ability to unite form and content. This program provides a continuation of advanced topics for students who earn a BFA in Fine Arts and hope to seek a career as a professional artist and/or art instructor.
Educational Objectives
The Master’s of Fine Arts in Fine Art program aims to:
To provide a comprehensive knowledge of oil painting techniques to equip future artists with the skills to express themselves effectively.
To provide future artists with a deep understanding and appreciation of aesthetics so they can think critically about the moral and ethical implications and consequences of their creations not only for themselves but for society at large.
To provide future artists with business practices and systems suited for artists and artistic creation including how to keep records, how to express oneself and one’s artistic intentions, and how to conduct business openly and honestly.
To provide a comprehensive knowledge of oil painting techniques to equip future artists with the skills to express themselves effectively.
To provide future artists with a deep understanding and appreciation of aesthetics so they can think critically about the moral and ethical implications and consequences of their creations not only for themselves but for society at large.
To provide future artists with business practices and systems suited for artists and artistic creation including how to keep records, how to express oneself and one’s artistic intentions, and how to conduct business openly and honestly.
Admissions Requirement
Institutional-wide Admission Criteria
Completion of high school or equivalent.
Official Transcript: allow for evaluation of academic performance, relevant coursework, and overall readiness for college-level study.
Personal Statement: helps reviewers understand the applicant’s motivations and aspirations to pursue the program of study.
Letters of Recommendation: Letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, or professionals familiar with the applicant’s abilities and potential, and additional insights into the applicant’s character, work ethic, and potential for success in the program.
Program-specific Criteria
Submission of portfolio a representative selection of their best artwork, demonstrating technical skill, artistic vision, creativity, and conceptual depth.
Entrance exam / Interview: applicants who pass the first round of preliminary review will be invited to participate in an entrance exam to portray their skills with a live drawing and painting demonstration.
Graduation Requirement
Students must complete all the required credits with a minimum GPA of 2.5 in order to graduate.
Curriculum Overview
The MFA in Fine Art is a 65-credit program that includes instruction in painting techniques with a deep investigation into the field of aesthetics.
Area
Credits
Studio Core Requirements
57
Electives
8
Total Required Credits for Graduation
65
Curriculum Details
The table below presents the curriculum breakdown for the MFA in Fine Art program.
Code
Course Title
Credits
Prerequisite(s)
Studio Core Requirements (57 cr)
ARH501A
Aesthetics I: Ancient to Neoclassicism
3
None
ARH501B
Aesthetics I: Ancient to Neoclassicism
3
ARH501A
ARH611A
Aesthetics II: Modern to Postmodernism
3
ARH501B
ARH611B
Aesthetics II: Modern to Postmodernism
3
ARH611A
ADR521
Painting Material and Techniques
3
None
ADR531
Advanced Figure Drawing I
3
None
ADR532
Advanced Figure Drawing II
3
ADR531
ADR533
Advanced Figure Drawing II
3
ADR531
ADR534
Advanced Figure Painting II
4
ADR533
ADR633R
Advanced Figure Painting III
6
ADR534
ART661
Professional Development for Artist
2
None
FOC751R
Self-Directed Study I: Research
6
None
FOR781R
Self-Directed Study II: Presentation
8
FOC751R
Electives (8 cr)
ARH673
Chinese Painting Culture
3
None
ADR571
Tempera Painting
3
None
ART532
Structural Anatomy and Ecorche
3
None
ART541
Color Theory and Landscape
2
None
ART572
Illustration
2
None
ART671
Chinese Art Studio I
2
None
ART672
Chinese Art Studio II
2
ART671
Total Required Credits for Graduation
65
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The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Fine Arts and Design – Oil Painting concentration seeks to produce students with a solid grasp of fundamental techniques, skills, and concepts in oil painting as well as an understanding of art aesthetics, history, theory, and management. The program prepares students for careers in drawing, painting, or advanced studies in related areas.
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Fine Arts and Design, Oil Painting Concentration seeks to produce students with a solid grasp of fundamental techniques, skills, and concepts in oil painting as well as an understanding of art aesthetics, history, theory, and management. The program prepares students for careers in drawing, painting, or advanced studies in related areas.
Educational Objectives
The program aims to:
Demonstrate with proficiency the creation of compositions that successfully use appropriate tools, elements of art and principles of design.
Communicate art technique, history, and theory clearly and concisely.
Critically think about the purpose of making art and art’s influence on culture.
Effectively communicate and present oneself and work in a professional manner by developing and maintaining an online presence.
Students will be able to construct a technically sound painting on multiple substrates and media.
After completing this program, students should be able to:
Demonstrate with proficiency the creation of compositions that successfully use appropriate tools, elements of art and principles of design.
Communicate art technique, history, and theory clearly and concisely.
Critically think about the purpose of making art and art’s influence on culture.
Effectively communicate and present oneself and work in a professional manner by developing and maintaining an online presence.
Students will be able to construct a technically sound painting on multiple substrates and media.
Admissions Requirement
Institutional-wide Admission Criteria
Completion of high school or equivalent.
Official Transcript: allow for evaluation of academic performance, relevant coursework, and overall readiness for college-level study.
Personal Statement: helps reviewers understand the applicant’s motivations and aspirations to pursue the program of study.
Letters of Recommendation: Letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors, or professionals familiar with the applicant’s abilities and potential, and additional insights into the applicant’s character, work ethic, and potential for success in the program.
Program-specific Criteria
Portfolio Review: Applicants should submit a portfolio, typically includes a selection of the applicant’s 10 best artwork, showcasing their technical skills, artistic vision, creativity, and conceptual depth.
Graduation Requirement
The academic requirements for graduation are the successful completion of the curriculum with a grade point average of no less than 2.0.
In addition, a graduate must have taken at least 50% of all courses from FTC Northern.
Curriculum Overview
The BFA in Fine Arts is a 122-semester credit curriculum with three major components: Major Requirements, General Education Requirements, Free Electives.
BFA in Fine Arts Curriculum
Area
Credits
Major Requirements
79
Drawing Fundamentals Skills and Training
19
Art History and Theory
9
Major Core – Oil Painting
41
Drawing Skills and Techniques
15
Oil Painting Skill and Techniques
18
Composition
8
Professionalism and Career Development
10
General Education Requirements
40
Humanities
6
Writing and Rhetoric
9
Quantitative Reasoning
3
Natural Sciences
4
Social Sciences
6
Values and Ethics
3
World Languages
6
Personal Management
3
Free Electives
3
Total Required Credits for Graduation
122
Curriculum Details
Major Requirements(79 credits)
Code
Course Title
Credits
Prerequisite(s)
Drawing Fundamental Skills and Training (19 cr)
ART101A
Perspective A
2
None
ART101B
Perspective B
2
ART101A
ART102A
Art Anatomy A
2
None
ART102B
Art Anatomy B
2
ART102A
DRP101
Drawing I
4
None
ART107
Composition Theory
3
None
DRP102
Beginner Painting
4
DRP101
Art History and Theory (9 cr)
ARH101
Art History I
3
None
ARH102
Art History II
3
ARH101
ARH203
Art History III
3
ARH102
Professionalism and Career Development (10 cr)
Choose two of:
BUS331
Arts and Entertainment Law
3
None
ART361
Junior Internship
3
Permission Form
AMG335
Fund Raising for the Arts
3
None
Choose one of:
ART451
Senior Project
4
Dept. Approval
ART461
Senior Internship
4
Dept. Approval
Major Core – Oil Painting (41 cr)
Drawing Skills and Techniques
15
DRP201
Drawing II
5
DRP101
DRP301
Drawing III
5
DRP201
DRP401
Drawing IV
5
DRP301
Oil Painting Skill and Techniques
18
DRP203
Landscape Painting
3
DRP102
DRP221
Painting II
5
DRP102
DRP323
Painting III
5
DRP321
DRP424
Painting IV
5
DRP323
Composition
8
DRP310
Dynamic Composition I
4
DRP224
DRP410
Dynamic Composition II
4
DRP310
Total Required Credits
79
General Education(40 credits)
Code
Course Title
Credits
Prerequisite(s)
Humanities (select two from the following)(6 cr)
CIV111
Western Civilization
3
None1
CIV112
Chinese Civilization
3
CLC112 or instructor approval
CIV113
World Civilization
3
None1
HIS231
Topics in Chinese History
3
CIV112
HUM231
Western Religious Study
3
None1
Writing and Rhetoric (9 cr)
ENG101
English Composition I
3
None
Select one from the following (3 cr)
ENG102
English Composition II
3
ENG101
ENG201
Academic Writing1
3
ENG101
ENG205
Writing for Media
3
ENG101
Select one from the following (3 cr)
ENG231
Survey of Western Literature
3
ENG101
ENG104
Public Speaking
3
None
ENG221
Debate and Argumentation
3
None
Quantitative Reasoning (select one from the following)(3 cr)
MAT101
Mathematics in Applied Context
3
None
STA101*
Introduction to Statistics*
3
None
MAT201
Linear Algebra
4
None
MAT104
Applied Calculus
3
None
MAT105
Calculus I
4
None
MAT106
Calculus II
4
MAT105
CIS101
Introduction to Computer Science
3
None
Social Sciences (select two from the following)(6 cr)
ECO101
Principles of Economics
3
None
BMS135*
Introduction to Psychology*
3
None
SOC101
Introduction to Sociology
3
None
POL102
US Society and Government
3
None
POL201
US Constitution
3
None
POL101
Introduction to Political Science
3
None
Art and Aesthetics (fulfilled by Major courses)(0 cr)
Natural Sciences (select at least 4 credits from the following)(4 cr)
PHY101
General Physics I
3
Co-requisite with PHY101L
PHY101L
General Physics I Lab
1
Co-requisite with PHY101
CHM100
Principles of Chemistry
3
Co-requisite with CHM100L
CHM100L
Principles of Chemistry Lab
1
Co-requisite with CHM100
BSC100
Principles of Biology
3
Co-requisite with BSC100L
BSC100L
Principles of Biology Lab
1
Co-requisite with BSC100
Values and Ethics(3 cr)
PHL130
Philosophical Perspectives I
1
None
PHL131
Philosophical Perspectives II
1
None
PHL231
Philosophical Perspectives III
1
PHL130 and PHL131
World Languages (select one sequence from the following)(6 cr)
CLC111
Elementary Chinese I
3
Placement test
CLC112
Elementary Chinese II
3
CLC111
CLC211
Intermediate Chinese I
3
Placement test
CLC212
Intermediate Chinese II
3
CLC211
CLC311
Advanced Chinese I
3
Placement test
CLC312
Advanced Chinese II
3
CLC311
SPN101
Elementary Spanish I
3
None
SPN102
Elementary Spanish II
3
None
Personal Management (select at least 3 credits from the following)(3 cr)
LAS101
College Success2
1
None
LAS102
Career Development3
1
None
LAS103
Cultivation Practice
0
None
PSY100
Happiness – Positive Psychology
1
None
HSC130
Nutrition, Health and Wellness
2
None
PEW101
Wellness through Dance
1
None
PEW102
Wellness through Pilates
1
None
Total Required Credits
40
1 Theses courses require either the student’s Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section of SAT score is above 570 or the student passes FTCM’s English placement test unless the student receives consent from both his/her advisor and the course instructor.
2 Required for freshmen students.
3. Required for all undergraduates.
* Overflow credits will be counted into Free Electives.
Free Electives(3 credits)
Students are free to choose 3 credits from any college level courses offered by the College.
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