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MATH 1020 FA1020, A02, Slot#5 Winter 2008 |
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A tentative schedule of topics/dates |
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What is "Math in Art"? A course overview |
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8-Jan |
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Pythagorean Theorem, Euclidean Constructions |
10-Jan |
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Euclidean Const-s/Role of geometric constructions in visual
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10-Jan |
15-Jan |
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The golden rectangle, regular pentagon |
17-Jan |
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Ratio, proportions and aesthetics |
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22-Jan |
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Fibonacci sequence, spiral and growth graphics |
24-Jan |
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Symmetries in the Euclidean Plane |
29-Jan |
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Symmetries in business graphics, logo designs |
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31-Jan |
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Classification of plane symmetries, problems |
5-Feb |
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Geometry of Fractals |
7-Feb |
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Order and Chaos in Art and Design |
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12-Feb |
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Planar Tilings; why only 3?; Escher-style art |
14-Feb |
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Mid-term Review |
26-Feb |
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Mid-Term Exam written in the class --- Feb 28 |
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Perspective Drawing, vanishing points, infinity |
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4-Mar |
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Perspective Geometry |
6-Mar |
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Conic constructions |
11-Mar |
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Conics in Art and Design |
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13-Mar |
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Platonic Solids in Fine Arts |
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18-Mar |
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Regular Polyhedra: Platonic Solids, why only 5? |
20-Mar |
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Hyperbolic Canvas; PoincarŽ Model |
25-Mar |
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Visual art in hyperbolic canvas - Escher's art |
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27-Mar |
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Topological Structures, homotopy, genus |
1-Apr |
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Topological Sculptures, Mobius bands, other visuals |
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3-Apr |
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Course Summary, conclusion, SEEQ evaluation |
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8-Apr |
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Course Summary, solving problems etc. |
10-Apr |
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Final Exam (dates to be determined by U of M) |
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Total Lecture Hours |
14.5 |
10.5 |
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Art Project(s), including sketchbook 40 |
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Mid-Term + Final Exam 25 + 35 = 60 |
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RP = Dr.Sasho Kalajdzievski |
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MD = Dr. Michelle Davidson |
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