Associate of Arts - Jewelry and Metal Arts

The School of Jewelry & Metal Arts AA program provides a strong introduction to the field of creative metal works. Coursework emphasizes technical theory and core metal design principles.

Undergraduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:

Visual Communication

• Effectively execute design concepts
• Demonstrate evidence of trialing and self-editing designs, as evidenced in sketchbook/journal
• Demonstrate facility in fine art foundations and media-specific skills

Conceptual Development and Critical Analysis

• Explore and articulate concepts and creative possibilities within a given topic or subject
• Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of a given project

Presentation Skills

• Clearly express ideas verbally, visually, and in writing
• Display work to professional presentation standards
• Demonstrate craftsmanship and attention to detail

Professional Readiness

• Manage workload to meet deadlines
• Produce basic materials suitable for an entry-level job search

*Note App Fee Waiver in effect for ApplyBoard to reduce the application fee to $50*