Design I Syllabus for 2011-2012
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Course

ARTS-1311-001 Design I

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Course Description

Emphasis on two-dimensional design, including the fundamental elements and principles of line, color, texture, shape, space, form and unity.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 4 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ REQUIRED TEXT: David A. Lauer and Stephen Pentak, Design Basics,  7th edition
\ Wadsworth Cengage Learning, 2008
\ ISBN-13: 978-0-495-50086-5
\ ISBN-10: 0-495-50086-0

Supplies

\ SUPPLY LIST:
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\ •    11 x 14” pad of Bristol Board (I prefer the “vellum” surface)
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\ •    Package of multi-colored construction paper
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Student Performance

ARTS 1311    Design I

Elements and principles of art using two- and three-dimensional concepts.

Exemplary Educational Objectives                                                                    ACGM pg 234
1. To demonstrate awareness of the scope and variety of works in the arts and humanities.
2. To understand those works as expressions of individual and human values within an historical and social context.
3. To respond critically to works in the arts and humanities.
4. To engage in the creative process or interpretive performance and comprehend the physical and intellectual demands required of the author or visual or performing artist.
5. To articulate an informed personal reaction to works in the arts and humanities.
6. To develop an appreciation for the aesthetic principles that guide or govern the humanities and arts.
7. To demonstrate knowledge of the influence of literature, philosophy, and/or the arts on intercultural experiences.

Specific Course Outcomes:
Students will:

    -Communicate ideas verbally and visually by using design vocabulary
    -Express original ideas creatively through design elements and principles
    -Demonstrate a working knowledge of design skills and principles
    -Develop critical thinking skills
    -Present work for grading in a professional manner, as directed by the instructor
    -Participate meaningfully in critique
    -Maintain a professional and respectful attitude
    -Maintain classroom facilities and shared supplies

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Expected Student Behavior

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\ CIVILITY: Disruptions and/or any behavior that the instructor considers inappropriate will not be tolerated and will result in dismissal from the class. Every student deserves and will receive the respect of others. Every student is expected to be involved and engaged with other students and the instructor. NO HEADPHONES OR PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES ALLOWED.

Grading Criteria

\ GRADING POLICY:
\ 5 Projects: 50%, or 10% each
\ 10 exercises: 50%, or 5% each
\ Attendance WILL IMPACT YOUR GRADE; see policy below
\ Late projects are given half credit, but will only be accepted ONE class period past the due date.
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\ GRADING SCALE:
\ Because design is more subjective than many other fields, it is important to understand some of the broad areas of the assessment of artworks. Projects will be evaluated according to three major areas:
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\ Composition/Technique
\ 4 = A: Dynamic use of the elements and principles of design
\ 3 = B: Effective use of the elements and principles of design
\ 2 = C: Acceptable use of the elements and principles of design
\ 1 = D: Ineffective use of the elements and principles of design
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\ Concepts/Ideas
\ A: Ideas are highly inventive, innovative and effective
\ B: Interesting ideas and concepts
\ C: Ideas are standard but acceptable
\ D: Ideas are stereotypical with little effort at discovering or expressing personal visual language
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\ Work ethic/ Presentation/Craft
\ 4: Dynamic work ethic and professional presentation
\ 3: Energetic working method and effective presentation
\ 2: Minimal energy applied to work, lackluster presentation
\ 1: Lack of enthusiasm, careless presentation
\ This system corresponds to that of the GPA. Essentially these 3 areas of each project or exercise will be assessed as
\ A = EXCELLENT
\ B = GOOD
\ C = AVERAGE or ADEQUATE  
\ D = POOR
\ F = FAIL
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\ Numerically, this system would be expressed as:
\ A=12 points
\ A-=11 points
\ B+=10 points
\ B=9 points
\ B-=8 points
\ C+=7 points
\ C=6 points
\ C-=5 points
\ D= 4 points
\ F=3 points or less

Attendance

\ ATTENDANCE POLICY: Attendance is CRITICAL to your success in this course. Please note that Amarillo College allows only 2 absences for any reason, with the consequences of missing additional classes to be determined at the discretion of the instructor. Therefore:
\ •    STUDENTS WILL BE HELD RESPONSIBLE for signing their own name on the attendance sheet in class.  (The instructor is not responsible for students’ failure to sign the class attendance sheet!)
\ •    FAILURE TO SIGN THE ATTENDANCE SHEET RESULTS IN AN ABSENCE. NO EXCEPTIONS
\ •    I will allow 5 absences without penalty. Each subsequent absence will lower your final grade by one letter.
\ •    Students are responsible for keeping up with their own absence totals. Upon request, and outside of class time, students may inquire as to the number of absences they have.
\ •    Late arrivals and early departures may be counted as absences
\ •    If you have extenuating circumstances that impact your ability to attend class, please contact me ASAP.
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\ PARTICIPATION: In addition to the requirement to be in class for demonstration, lecture and work time, your presence is a source of insight and learning for all class members. The impact of your full participation cannot be overestimated.

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Additional Information

Additional Course Objectives:
1. Emphasize the fundamental elements and principles of 2D design
2. To understand the elements of art (line, shape, space, texture, value, color)
3. To understand the principles of art (harmony, bal