A degree in fine arts can prepare students for careers in the visual arts or the performing arts. Programs at colleges, universities, art academies and technical schools often provide an overview of fine arts before requiring students to choose a concentration.
The main characteristic of the factory system is the use of machinery, originally powered by water or steam and later by electricity. Other characteristics of the system mostly derive from the use of machinery or economies of scale, the centralization of factories, and standardization of interchangeable parts.
(Sparknotes, Chapter 13 Summary) Harvesting Machine Factory Working at the factory brings cheer, goodwill, and hope. The pace is breakneck but the working conditions are much improved. (Sparknotes Chapter 20 Summary) Unfortunetly Jurgis recieves news that his department is being closed down, leaving him without a job once again.