Ontario College of Art & Design

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INTM 2B05
Mechanics for Artists
0.50 Credit(s)
Studio
Prerequisite: 3.0 credits of first-year studio and 1.0 credit of Liberal Studies (including the Writing course with a passing grade of 60%).
The mechanical skills and knowledge required by artists to build kinetic installation and sculpture are developed in this course. Topics for discussion include three-dimensional prototyping techniques and the principles inherent in such basic mechanical components as bearings, levers, cams, gears, pulleys, springs and pendulums. Particular attention is given to the use of recycled components.
Anti-requisite: Students who have taken INTM 3B08 Mechanics for Artists may not take may not take this course for credit
Notes: Priority in registration is given to Integrated Media & Sculpture/Installation Majors.
Please take special note that this course has material fees associated with it.
Course was last updated February 23, 2012 - 3:40 PM