Design I Syllabus for 2016-2017
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Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016

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Course

ARTS-1311-001 Design I

Prerequisites

Course Description

An introduction to the fundamental terminology, concepts, theory and application of two-dimensional design.

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Department Expectations

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 4 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Design 1 by Steven Cost, © 2015 McGraw-Hill Create (custom made from Launching the Imagination by Mary Stewart) ISBN: 9781308670843 paperback

Art and Fear: Observations on the Perils and Rewards of Art

Supplies

Supplies:

Portable arts and crafts box to hold supplies
Portfolio for 18” X 24” paper size to hold paper tablets and drawings
Sketch book–journal, quality hard-cover both front and back, spiral bin

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

·       Maintain classroom facilities and shared supplies

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

Students are required to show professionalism, discipline, attention, respect, participation, and cooperation.

Grading Criteria

Grades will be posted as a percentage of 100 (100% is perfect), and as a letter grade

Grading Schema:

A = 89.5% - 100%
B = 79.5% - 89%
C =69.5% - 79%
D = 59.5% -69%
F = 0% -59%

Attendance

No more than 2 class periods may be missed without approval from the instructor. After two “free” absences, the final class grade will be reduced by 3 points for each unexcused absence, and you will be advised by the instructor concerning continuing or withdrawing from the course.

Calendar


Line Assignment            
Shape Assignment            
Texture Assignment
Tonal Value Assignment            
Elements Test               
Color Assignment            
 Color Test       
Core Group Assignment Preview 
Principles Assignment
Composition Assignment
Principles Test  
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving Test
Core Group Assignment Presentation        
Sketchbook/Journal


Additional Information

Office Hours: Students may confer with instructor during scheduled class time, or by appointment.

Instructor Contact: Associate Professor James Steven Cost: Office – Russell Hall 124C, office phone 345-5546. AC email: jscost@actx.edu.&nbs

Syllabus Created on:

11/30/-1 12:00 AM

Last Edited on:

11/30/-1 12:00 AM