UG: 4.354; G: 4.355

Introduces advanced strategies of image and sound manipulation, both technical and conceptual. Covers pre-production planning (storyboards and scripting), refinement of digital editing techniques, visual effects such as chroma-keying, post-production, as well as audio and sonic components. Context provided by regular viewings of contemporary video artworks and other audio-visual formats. Students work individually and in groups to develop skills in media literacy and communication. Additional work required of students taking the graduate version.

4.354/4.355 Syllabus (MIT Certificate Protected)

9/15/23 note: The Friday recitation schedule has changed to F 4-5 pm

Introduction to theories of modernism and postmodernism and their related forms (roughly 18th century to present) in art and design. Focuses on how artists use the tension between fine art and mass culture to critique both. Examines visual art in a range of genres, from painting to design objects and "relational aesthetics." Works of art are viewed in their interaction with advertising, caricature, comics, graffiti, television, fashion, "primitive" art, propaganda, and networks on the internet.

Additional work required of students taking graduate version.

4.602/4.652 Syllabus (MIT Certificate Protected)

Undergraduate: 4.s37 | Graduate: 4.s33

This hands-on studio class will expose students to the technical skills needed for successful screen printing. Students will produce single and multicolor prints on paper and fabric using a variety of methods.

4.s33 + 4.s37 Syllabus (MIT Certificate Protected)

Undergraduate: 4.s30 | Graduate: 4.s32

Introduction to Interactive, Participatory and Generative Art Making introduces the basics of creating art projects that interact with participants and/or environment using a variety of code and hardware based solutions.

Divided into 3 sections:

1. Max/MSP/Jitter: is a graphical object based coding environment with virtual buttons, switches, timers, counters and many other modules, and the ability to communicate with other devices - one of the best way to 
create virtual and physical spaces with interactive A/V components without having to write code and as such is used extensively by musicians, interactive installation artists, VJs and more worldwide. Can be exported as an app for sharing and distribution

2. Physical computing using Ardiuno technology: using input sensors whose data can be interpreted and used to create interaction. Control or interact with anything from lights, speakers, motors to communicating with Max or Processing or P5.js and more.Processing and P5.js will be included as alternative code environments.

3. Web based interactivity using CSS and Javascript, for interactive animation and all the types of interactivity based on mouse and touch based input for screens and mobile devices. We will explore how AI can help generate, correct and validate code in this space and how it can be leveraged for interactive art purposes.

4.s30/4.s32 Syllabus (MIT Certificate Protected)

Research and project activities, which cover the range represented by the various research interests and projects in the department. Students who wish a letter grade option for their work must register for 4.URG.

Research and project activities, which cover the range represented by the various research interests and projects in the Department.

Program of thesis research leading to the writing of an SB thesis. Intended for seniors. Twelve units recommended.

Provides instruction in more advanced architectural design projects. Students develop integrated design skills as they negotiate the complex issues of program, site, and form in a specific cultural context. Focuses on how architectural concepts and ideas translate into built environments that transform the public sphere. Studio designed to prepare students for graduate studies in the field.

Selection of thesis topic, definition of method of approach, and preparation of thesis proposal in computation. Independent study supplemented by individual conference with faculty.

Students select thesis topic, define method of approach, and prepare thesis proposal for SMArchS Computation degree. Faculty supervision on a group basis. Intended for SMArchS Computation program students, prior to registration for 4.ThG.