Introduction to history of art Field of study: History of Art
Programme code: W1-S1HS19.2023

Module name: Introduction to history of art
Module code: W1-HS-S1-WDHSZ
Programme code: W1-S1HS19.2023
Semester: winter semester 2023/2024
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 6
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim of the course is to familiarize students with the basic professional terminology in the field of architecture, sculpture and painting, the specificity of art history as a scientific discipline, its history and basic concepts and research procedures, as well as dating a work of art on the basis of ornament.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
understands the importance of an interdisciplinary approach to the study of artistic products and is ready to independently expand knowledge in the field of art history and related disciplines [K_01]
 W1-HS1S-K01 [3/5]
has the ability to use the appropriate vocabulary to describe and analyze a work of art, characteristic for the discipline of art history, and to determine the methodological perspective used [U_01]
 W1-HS1S_U04 [4/5] W1-HS1S_U07 [3/5]
has knowledge of the terminology characteristic of the discipline of art history in the field of description and analysis of a painting, sculpture, architecture [W_01]
 W1-HS1S_W11 [5/5]
has knowledge of art history as a research discipline, its specificity and research methods as well as connections with other scientific disciplines [W_02]
 W1-HS1S_W01 [5/5] W1-HS1S_W02 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [w1-HS-S1-WDHSZ_W] 60 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Description [a03] 
Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		exam K_01 U_01 W_01 W_02
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Consulting the schedule [b03] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
getting acquainted with the class schedule, possibly in the presence of the year tutor, in order to optimize participation in classes, including those supplementary to the core subjects listed in the pursued study programme
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
Semester Module Language of instruction
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