This one-year course facilitates highly motivated students in the creation of a college level portfolio demonstrating mastery of 3-D design. Through additive, subtractive and/or fabricated processes, students create works that demonstrate a range of understanding and fundamental mastery of 3-D visual concerns and methods. By AP guidelines, twelve digital images of works demonstrating an in-depth exploration are submitted for the Concentration section. Sixteen images of eight works, shown in two views each, demonstrating a broad understanding of 3D design are submitted for the Breadth section. Ten digital images of five works, shown in two views each, are submitted for the Quality section. Students should expect to work an additional four to six hours outside of class each week. There will be summer assignments in addition to outside hours required. Exact requirements may change and are specified by the College Board at http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/studio3D. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation for all cultures and their important contribution to society.

This course can earn 0 credits in AP 3D Art and Design at Advanced Placement (AP) Program.

College Tuition for this course: $0
Additional Costs for this Course: $165

Additional Information: Teacher approval needed. Art fee of $70 plus the cost of additional supplies. AP Portfolio fee $95.

Is this class Guarantee Transfer college credit? No. Students are encouraged to connect with their preferred college/university advisor to determine transferability of college credit.

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