1. HONORS ART HISTORY 2
PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE
Palm Beach Gardens- Eissey Campus
Professor Jacques de Beaufort
Course number : ARH2051
Credit Hours : 3 Lecture Hours : 48
Transferability : Conditional. Requires a C or better for transfer for AA degree credit.
Prerequisites : Students must satisfy College Prep Reading and College Prep English requirements through course
completion or appropriate placement test scores.
Gordon Rule : YES. Professor requires a minimum of 2000 words to be written through assignments and research.
Students are expected to write at the college level using MLA format for research.
This course meets the needs of the General Education program in the Humanities.
FULL COURSE OUTLINE
To Link directly to this course outline please click on the following:
http://www.palmbeachstate.edu/asp/IE_ShowOutline.asp?show=Y&CourseID=ARH2051
Required Text: Gardner’s Art Through the Ages, VOLUME 2
13th ed. Thomson Wadsworth 2005: ISBN 0-534-64095-8
http://www.cengage.com/us/index.html
PROFESSOR’S CONTACT INFORMATION
Jacques de Beaufort
Office hours: By appointment, see schedule on AA 107
Email: DEBEAUJ@palmbeachstate.edu
Phone: 561-207-5374
Fax: 561-207-500
Class website:
http://pbscarthistory2.blogspot.com/
DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION
Dr. Robert Gingras
Palm Beach State College-Eissey Campus
3160 PGA Blvd. Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
ph: 561.207.5420 , fax: 561.207.5009
email address: gingras@palmbeachstate.edu
COURSE DESCRIPTION
A comparative exploration of art, architecture, and design including European and American art
from the Late Gothic to the early Twentieth Century. Painting, sculpture and architecture from this
time period will be studied critically with regards to the formal qualities of art, as well as the larger
context of world events and philosophy. Emphasis will be placed on the artist’s role in society and
how social factors give rise to various art forms. Students will evaluate and examine contextual
and cultural factors and their influence on the patronage and production of formal and stylistic
visual languages that arises out of a specific time, place, and culture. Art History 2 requires the
acquisition of a critical and formal language in which students come to identify, describe, analyze
and compare the visual characteristics of various works using the correct art historical
terminology and vocabulary. Art History cultivates a deeper and more expansive awareness of
Art, images, and the vast cultural histories we have inherited.
This HONORS section of ART HISTORY 2 encourages students to think critically,
demonstrate leadership, work cooperatively with other classmates, make
correlations between Art and other disciplines and write about art using a visual
vocabulary. Honors Art HISTORY encourages a more active and interactive
learning environment in which the students take greater responsibility for attaining
a more personalized and comprehensive understanding of basic art concepts and
perspectives. The Honors course provokes a deeper analytical interpretation of
course concepts and their applications in a cultural context.

2. Students must satisfy College Prep Reading and College Prep English requirements through
course completion or appropriate placement test scores and must have a minimum GPA of
3.5 before enrolling in this General Education course.
Each student will write a minimum of 2000 words. The 2000 words will consist of essay
examination, written reports, research papers or any other form of written expression the
instructor considers relevant to the content and purpose of the course. The essential skills
outlined in ENC ll0l and ENC ll02 will be reinforced.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES/OBJECTIVES
1. Students will be able to describe, analyze, interpret and judge a work of art using the visual elements
and design principles as a foundation of their discussion.
2. Discuss the form or design of a work of art dependent in relationship to the personality of the artist,
and the socio cultural environment/context.
3. Recognize examples of each of the major art styles as they are presented and discussed.
4. Identify major historical periods in Western art, and identify the styles, and major artists, from those
periods
5. Name individual artists and identify representative works of their art
6. Be able to discuss and write about artists and works of art in an objective/critical manner using an
appropriate vocabulary, develop and apply aesthetic criteria to discussions of works of art
7. Be able to use research and critical thinking skills in analyzing and comparing periods, styles,
artists, and works of art.
8. Understand cultural and historical influences that affect art and make comparisons
between art and other disciplines for each of the historical periods.
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
1. Lectures.
2. Slide, film, and video presentation.
3. Class discussions.
4. Written assignments (individual and group)
6. Guest lectures and field trips.
METHODS OF EVALUATION (your grade will be based on the following):
Multiple Choice Tests Consist of 25 questions graded on a scan-tron that you will need to
purchase. Usually 25 multiple choice questions, including 5 true/false, and 5 period-identification.
Slide Identification I will chose up to 15-20 works for you to memorize (artists last name and
title of work) but will only ask you to identify 10 for each section test. Half credit is given for partial
answers. Spelling mistakes are my discretion. It is wise to create flash cards for success with
identification tests.
Written assignments will be handed in on both an individual and group basis. For these essay
questions, pay special attention to the questions asked, and answer completely, thoroughly, and
with clarity using specific examples as frequently as possible. Please refrain from vague
generalities, opinions, or statements that lack supporting evidence. A directed individual paper
will be assigned in association with a trip to a museum, this assignment will require research and
supporting documentation on the students part.
Written assignments should demonstrate an effective understanding of 2 basic forms of
analysis/criticism:
(1)Formal: analyze/understand given works of art with respect to its formal qualities:
composition, medium, materials, technique, color, line, mood, style, etc.
(2)Socio- cultural: analyze/understand the historical, religious, economic, philosophical,
social determinants that affect and dictate the meaning of each art work.
Museum Visit/ Art Criticism Assignment You will be required to visit a nearby museum with
the class and select a specific painting or sculpture that you found interesting. Write an

3. essay/critique containing a description, analysis, interpretation, and evaluation of the piece you
have chosen. You must attach proof of visit to receive credit (ticket stub, etc.)
Group Assignments Are opportunities for discussion and interaction as you and fellow
classmates analyze iconographic elements of specific work. The group will hand in one collective
response that a member of your team will type up. E-mail communication is necessary for
successful completion of group projects.
Individual Assignments Will be described as they are given. You should treat these
assignments with the same importance as any work that you do and do not neglect to complete.
GRADING PROCEDURES:
Late Work Policy:
Late work without a valid excuse will be graded down according to the amount of time late. One
week down 10%, 2 weeks, 20%, etc.
I do not accept assignments via e- mail. Only hard copy’s printed out will
receive credit.
PLEASE COMPLETE ALL GIVEN ASSIGNMENTS
Failure to complete an assignment will result in a 0 grade being given, which is far worse than an
F. It is much better to hand in projects late than to not hand them in at all.
NO MAKEUP TESTS WITHOUT VALID, VERIFIED EXCUSE
Only one make- up exam will be given for an excused absence and must be taken within one week
during my office hours.
Most assignments are worth 100 points.
TEST 1a (Chapters TBA) multiple choice 100 points
TEST 1b (Chapters TBA ) slide identification 100 points
TEST 2a (Chapters TBA) multiple choice 100 points
TEST 2b (ChapterS TBA) slide identification 100 points
TEST 3a (Chapters TBA) multiple choice 100 points
TEST 3b (Chapters TBA) slide identification 100 points
TEST 4a (Chapters TBA) multiple choice 100 points
TEST 4b (Chapters TBA) slide identification 100 points
Museum Visit Writing Assignment (200 points)
Group Assignment 1 100 points
Group Assignment 2 100 points
Group Assignment 3 100 points
Individual Assignment 1 100 points
Individual Assignment 2 100 points
Individual Assignment 3 100 points
TOTAL: 1600 points
To determine your final grade, I add all the points you have earned and then divide this
number by the total number of points possible (1600).
GRADING SCALE
A=90- 100 B=80- 89 C=70- 79 D=60- 69 F=below 59
CLASS POLICIES:
ATTENDANCE:
1. Attendance will be taken in each and every class.
2. Absences are usually detrimental to a student’s grade.

4. 3. “Incomplete” grades are assigned only in cases where severe illness or emergency has prevented
the student’s being present at the final examination.
4. Late arrivals or early departures count as 1/3 of an absence.
5. Excused absences due to extenuating circumstances or family emergencies must be verified. An
e- mail the day of/before your absence explaining your circumstances is usually
sufficient.
6. More than 3 unexcused absences will result in a failing (F) grade. For example, this means
that even 3 unexcused absences and 1 tardy will result in a failing grade.
7. Family and personal vacations DO NOT COUNT AS EXCUSED
ABSENCES. I will NOT administer make- up tests for these absences.
8. STUDENTS WHO DO NOT ATTEND THE FIRST CLASS WILL BE
DROPPED FROM THE COURSE. Unless they have proof of extenuating circumstances
and/or call me prior to the class meeting.
9. Our final class meeting, is…..our FINAL CLASS MEETING, and no work will
be accepted afterwards. Ever. No matter what the circumstances* (*unless you have
arranged for an “incomplete” grade)
CLASSROOM CONDUCT:
1. Eating, drinking or smoking is not permitted in any of the classrooms.
2. Cell- phones, laptops, electronic devices, must be turned off during class time NO
TEXTING !!!!!! NO EXCEPTIONS!!!!!!
Although websites such as Wikipedia are often helpful tools for research, studies have shown that
multi- tasking results in lower overall performance and retention. Please take handwritten notes
and then conduct supplemental research outside of class.
3. If student is caught disrupting the class, talking, sleeping or text messaging during a lecture, he/she
may be asked to leave for the rest of the class period and/or sent to the department chair.
IMPORTANT DATES (Spring 2013)
January 11 Last Day to Add/Drop (%100 refund)
March 28 Last Day to Withdraw (“W” grade- no refund)
April 29 Last Day of Regular Class
May 6 Final Exam
Class Contacts:
It is strongly encouraged to get at least three classmates’ phone numbers/ e-mail. If you miss a lecture
and/or class schedule changes occur, you can call your a classmate and obtain any missed information. I
teach several classes and cannot personally respond to ALL inquiries as quickly as I would like.
Email Policy: Students may contact/receive class information through their Palm Beach State e-mail
account.
Field Trips
I have scheduled at least one field trip for this semester. You must sign the liability/release form to attend
with the class. If you absolutely cannot find transportation to the site, you may attend an art exhibit or
cultural event closer to you and retain proof of your visit. Additionally, you must complete the assignment
for the trip, but adapt the questions to the exhibit you have attended.
Professor’s Expectations:
Respect towards your classmates and instructor is expected and essential for keeping a positive and
friendly environment throughout the course. It is important that you demonstrate a willingness to learn and
consider ideas and concepts that may be unfamiliar to you. Expression of genuine enthusiasm and
curiosity is the most direct path to an excellent grade. Learning and the acquisition of knowledge and
skills are an important part of personal and professional development, which is the ultimate goal of our
time here.
Unique Requirements of the Class:

5. Students must have access to a digital camera and printer. If this will be a problem please see me.
Internet access is strongly advised. Remember that the library is there for this purpose.
COURSE OUTLINE
A. 14th Century Italy (Late Gothic/Early Renaissance)
B. 15th Century in Northern Europe
C. 15th Century Italy (Renaissance)
D. High Renaissance and Mannerism
E. 16th Century in Northern Europe
F. Baroque and Rococo
G. Neo-Classicism
H. Late 19th Century Realism and Early Modern
I. Early 20th Century Modernism
J. 1945 to the present
PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE
Academic Dishonesty *
Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. Any student who commits academic dishonesty will receive a grade of zero for the
assignment or test. A second instance of cheating will culminate in a student being given an F or failure for the class. Instructors
may also pursue disciplinary action in accordance with the Student Handbook. Academic dishonesty includes the following actions,
as well as other similar conduct aimed at making false representation with respect to the student’s academic performance:
(1) cheating on an exam,
(2) collaborating with others on work to be presented, if contrary to the stated rules of the course,
(3) submitting, if contrary to the rules of the course, work previously submitted in another course,
knowingly and intentionally assisting another student in any of the above actions, including assistance in an arrangement whereby
work, classroom performance, examination, or other activity is submitted or performed by a person other than the student under
whose name the work is submitted or performed
Academic dishonesty includes the following actions, as well as other similar conduct aimed at making false representation with
respect to the student’s academic performance:
(4) cheating on an exam,
(5) collaborating with others on work to be presented, if contrary to the stated rules of the course,
(6) submitting, if contrary to the rules of the course, work previously submitted in another course,
(7) knowingly and intentionally assisting another student in any of the above actions, including assistance in an arrangement
whereby work, classroom performance, examination, or other activity is submitted or performed by a
person other that the student under whose name the work is submitted or performed,
(8) plagiarism.
Please refer to the Palm Beach Community College Student Handbook for further information.
CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE AND STUDENT BEHAVIOR GUIDELINES
The purpose of this information is to assist students in understanding proper classroom behavior. The classroom should be a
learning centered environment in which faculty and students are unhindered by disruptive behavior. You are a college student and
are expected to act in a mature manner. Unfortunately, we are finding students who seem to be disrespectful of the learning
process and their fellow students. Faculty have the authority to manage their classroom to ensure an environment
conducive to learning . Florida Statute Title XLVIII, Chapter 1006.61 and PBSC Board Rule 6Hx-18-3.35 state:
Any person who shall accept the privilege (emphasis added) extended by Florida laws of
attendance or employment at any state college, state junior college or state university shall
by so attending or working at such institution, be deemed to have given consent to the
policies of the institution, the Board of Regents and the laws of this state. Such policies
shall include prohibition against disruptive activities at state institutions of higher learning.
Take responsibility for your education - There is a common myth among students that because they pay tuition
they deserve to receive credit for the class. This is not true. In fact, students pay approximately 30 percent of the cost of
their education; taxpayers pay the rest. Instructors are here to create a learning environment. Whether you learn
depends on your willingness to listen, ask appropriate questions, and do the work necessary to pass the course. If your
academic preparation from high school is weak or if you have been out of school for a period of time, you may have to
work harder and seek more help in order to succeed.
Attend every class - You will find that students who attend every class, listen to the instructor and take good notes will
be more likely to pass (with a higher grade). If you have an emergency or illness, contact your instructor ahead of time to
let her/him know that you will be absent. A local study showed that students who missed the first class meeting were
more likely later to withdraw or fail. Important note: if you miss a class it is your responsibility to meet with the instructor,
outside of regular class time, to determine a plan to make up the missed work.

6. Get to class on time and do not leave class early – Students who enter class late or leave class early distract
their classmates and the instructor. This is seen as disruption and cannot be tolerated.
Do not have private conversations - The noise is distracting and disruptive to other students.
Turn all cellular phones off - It is very distracting to hear someone’s cellular phone go off in class.
Do not dominate other students’ opportunity to learn by asking too many questions - It’s good to ask
questions and make comments, but if you dominate the class time with too many questions and/or comments, the
instructor and other students cannot participate in class discussions. When asking questions and making comments, keep
them related to the discussion at hand.
Respect your instructor - Openly challenging the instructor’s knowledge or authority in the classroom is not proper. If
you take issue with the instructor’s information or instructional methods, make sure that your comments are made with
respect and without confrontation or antagonism. You may want to discuss your issues with her/him privately.
Instructors’ classroom policies, procedures and teaching styles vary - Some instructors enforce attendance
policies vigorously; other instructors are more lenient about attendance. Assignments and classroom activities are at the
prerogative of the instructor. Instructors have the freedom and authority to set the guidelines and policies for their
individual classroom (within the overall policies of the college). Faculty have the right to remove disruptive students from
their class.
Your classmates deserve your respect and support - Others may have different ideas and opinions from yours,
they may ask questions you perceive to be “stupid,” but they deserve the same level of respect from you as you wish from
them.
Come to class prepared - Students who forget common classroom supplies such as a pencil, paper, books, test
materials, etc. usually waste class time. Students who have not completed their assigned homework many times ask
questions that could have been answered through their assignments.
Turn in your work on time - It is important to plan ahead. Students who wait until the last minute to do their work
usually make lower grades and are more likely to miss deadlines. Study and do your assignments every day. If a
problem occurs at the last minute such as a computer malfunction, you will still be prepared.
Do not bring children to class - Children in classrooms are distracting to the instructor, other students, and you. You
need to plan ahead for child care.
When having academic difficulty seek assistance - Your instructors are willing to assist you however, there are
other ways to get help. The Student Learning Center (SLC) has tutorial assistance available for many courses, student
services can assist with course scheduling and career development and specific courses, such as SLS1501 Strategies for
College Success, are offered to help you succeed.
If you have questions or need assistance, please make an appointment to see your academic advisor or call 207-5340. She/he is
willing to assist you so you can succeed.
Computer Competency Statement:
Each student will, to the satisfaction of the professor, demonstrate a fundamental understanding of basic computer
operations through various professor-determined exercises and/or assignments. These assignments are listed in the
methods of evaluation.
Eating, Drinking and Smoking
Eating and drinking are confined to (specific to campus). Smoking is not permitted in any College building.
Student Responsibility Policy
When a student attends the College, s/he becomes subject to its jurisdiction. Students are expected to conduct themselves in a
responsible manner, in all areas of campus life. By enrolling, they pledge to obey the rules and regulations of the College and are
responsible for observing all College policies and procedures as published in the student handbook, the College catalog and other
College publications. The student will be responsible for preparing for class, participating in class, and completing assignments on
time.