The minor in Scientific Illustration, which is open to all majors, introduces students to the techniques and methods of Scientific Illustration. This minor offers hands-on learning in a well-respected, innovative Biology Department and comprehensive studio art courses covering traditional and digital illustration techniques.
Art majors who complete the minor in Scientific Illustration will enjoy diversifying their art portfolios. Science majors who complete this Minor will produce more competent illustrations in conjunction with their scientific research, and will have a greater ability to visualize scientific concepts and subject matter to enhance their graduate school applications.
Requirements
Credits
The minor consists of classes totaling 22 credits. Students who want to minor in Scientific Illustration should consult with the Department of Art and Design Chair. Students majoring in Scientific Illustration are ineligible to minor in Scientific Illustration; 50% of the courses representing the minor must be completed in the Department.
Two Biology courses (8 credits)
Note: Courses must be taken in order.
BI 101 General Biology I
BI 102 General Biology II
Four studio courses (14 credits)
FA 104 Drawing I
FA 105 Drawing II
SI 301 Scientific Illustration I (may be taken before or after SI 302)
SI 302 Scientific Illustration II (may be taken before or after SI 301)
Recommended
BI 205 Human Anatomy (4 Credits)
FA 378 Entrepreneurship/Gallery Apprenticeship (2 or 4 Credits)
FA 270 Digital Imaging I (4 Credits)
FA 387 Internship (2 or 4 Credits)
Featured Courses
Scientific Illustration I
Required Course
Learn how to visually communicate science through illustration. This course explores traditional and digital techniques, with a focus on black-and-white artwork suitable for publication. You’ll study biological specimens and practice applying scientific terminology through hands-on lab and studio work.
General Biology I
Required Course
Explore the science of life at the molecular and cellular level. Topics include genetics, cell structure, reproduction, and how living organisms process energy.
Human Anatomy
Elective Course
Study the structure of the human body from cells to systems. You’ll focus on the skeletal, muscular, circulatory, and nervous systems through lectures and detailed dissection labs using mammalian models.
