ART 3922 - Museum Fundamentals II - Practicum

Museum Fundamentals II builds on knowledge acquired in Museum Fundamentals I. Working as a cohort, under the guidance of museum staff, students will collaborate and share responsibilities for researching, planning, designing, interpreting, and installing a cohesive exhibition utilizing various collections located on the Ohio University campus. The course concludes with an exhibition, programming, and opening reception for the public.

Requisites: ART 3100
Credit Hours: 3
OHIO BRICKS Bridge: Learning and Doing
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 6.0 practicum
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:

Students will be prepared to pursue internships and/or advanced studies in the museum field.
Students will enhance their understanding of how museums develop and execute exhibitions.
Students will learn how museum departments interact to achieve common goals.