Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

The module is an introduction to the history of art and technology with special emphasis on the theories and techniques, which have been or are currently prevailing in the areas of art experience and aesthetics.
Together with History of Art and Technology I the module introduces students to examples of artists, artworks and historic events that are significant to the history of Art and Technology.
Using the teaching forms of lectures, workshops and seminars, the module will introduce problems regarding description and analysis of artworks.
Courses:

In connection with the module, courses may be offered within the following area:

• History of Art and Technology II

Learning objectives

Knowledge

During this module, students should acquire:
Basic knowledge about

• the history of art and technology, including selected forms of art and academic theories and methods within the field of art and technology
• different art forms and genres within the field of art and technology and their historic conditions and contexts
• central works of selected art periods and genres.

Skills

Skills in

• analyzing works of art with a historic focus on selected art periods and genres
• applying central concepts and analytical methods within the history of art and technology
• acquiring familiarity with their historical context and conditions.

Competences

Competencies in

• comparing various works from selected art periods with regards to artistic expression, technological contents, and experience effect
• applying central works from the history of art and technology as a framework for reflection and inspiration in relation to their own works.

Type of instruction

Method of working: Individual work in relation to course activities

Exam

Exams