Monday and Wednesday
10:00 - 11:45 am - By Appointment only
Tuesday and Thursday
Unavailable - I will be In class from 9 am to 6:15 pm
Friday - by appointment only
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ARTC-1325-001 Introduction to Computer Graphics
A survey of design concepts, terminology, processes and procedures. Topics include computer graphics hardware, digital images, digital publishing, vectorbased graphics and interactive multimedia.
Student ResourcesStudent Resources Website
Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact your advisor, the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 4 lab)
On Campus Course
Three books will be required for the course.
We will be using three books for this course. It is not mandatory that you purchase these books but it is encouraged. These books may not be available in the AC bookstore since they were not available for purchase when it came time to order books for the Spring of 2018 Semester. Should you choose to purchase the following books, I recommend purchasing the ebook/web edition versions.
PLEASE NOTE: We will only be using each book for approximately 3-4 weeks each and may only complete 4 to 6 lessons from each book. This is why it is not mandatory to purchase the books. If possible, I recommend that you rent them instead of purchasing them. (Please wait until the first day of class for more information about the books needed, updates on which book you need may apply) Below you will find the ISBN numbers for the eBook, EPUB and PDF version of the books.
REMINDER: Do not purchase or rent any books until after Syllabus day. Newer books may be required. New books are published during the course and the Syllabus may be updated to reflect the newer material.
JAN. - FEB.
Adobe Illustrator CC Classroom in a Book (2018 Release)
To purchase:
http://www.peachpit.com/store/adobe-illustrator-cc-classroom-in-a-book-2018-release-9780134852492
FEB. - MAR.
Adobe Photoshop CC Classroom in a Book (2018 Release)
To purchase:
http://www.peachpit.com/store/adobe-photoshop-cc-classroom-in-a-book-2018-release-9780134852485
MARCH - MAY
InDesign CC Classroom in a Book (2018 Release)
To purchase:
http://www.peachpit.com/store/adobe-indesign-cc-classroom-in-a-book-2018-release-9780134852508
Due dates for the assignments and projects may change on the course calendar depending on factors like the weather, holidays and how long it may take the class as a whole to complete certain projects etc... I will provide the content for the projects or assist you in finding the elements needed for them. The midterm and final projects will require you to work on your own and a cost for materials and printing may be necessary. Please do not ask other instructors or students for assistance on your midterm or Final Projects.
REQUIRED-
A flash drive or external hard drive. ( 32gb min recommended )
A backup flash drive or access to online service like dropbox or google drive.
A Sketchbook (like Field Notes)
Pen and pencils for sketching design ideas and taking notes. (a gum or kneaded eraser is optional)
Additional supplies may be needed as the semester progresses.
Prior notice will be given if and when other materials will be needed for completing future assignments.
Some projects will need to be printed so printing costs may come up during the semester.
The Final project will definitely be printed. Please make arrangements to have funds available some time around May 01 to have your final assignment printed. Totals will be assessed and calculated closer to this date. (note that the total will also depend on the design as well)
Effectively show and demonstrate a basic understanding of the core tools and understanding of common terminology used in Graphic Design. Demonstrate with confidence that you know the basics of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign to create content for commercial use.
A) Exhibit a basic understanding of the Mac OS X operating system.
B) Exhibit understanding of the tools used in Illustrator.
C) Exhibit understanding of the tools used in Photoshop.
D) Exhibit understanding of the tools used in InDesign.
E) Exhibit understanding of the basics of Graphic Design.
Topics will include effectively planning designs from concept to completion. Students will be planning, researching, sketching, creating, editing, compositing, restoring photographs, printing, presenting and critiquing their printed and electronic vector/bitmap based content. Working on projects outside of the scheduled classroom period will be required to complete the course. Plan on setting time to use the labs or using your own computers with your own licensed software to complete the assigned projects and lessons.
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".
WHILE IN CLASS: A student friendly environment is needed for learning. There are a few guidelines each student must adhere to:
1). NO eating or drinking in the lab.
2). Class time is for classroom projects, lessons, and lecture. Your undivided attention is required and making sure you're on time with all of your materials is expected. It is NOT the time to be checking your Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat or other social networking sites ESPECIALLY if you are not caught up on your assignments. If you have time to socialize, then I assume you are caught up on your assignments. Time management is your responsibility, not mine. Anyone caught social networking will be asked to leave for the day and you will receive a zero for the lesson or project assigned that day.
3). If you have to use a cell phone, please step outside for personal calls and keep texting to an emergency based MINIMUM. Excessive texting WILL result in you being asked to leave for the day and you will receive a zero for any assigned lessons or projects for that day.
4). No overly crass or crude topics of conversation. Please keep your derogatory opinions to yourself.
5). If you are not caught up or finished… Do not ask to leave early. Take this time to get caught up or ahead. Labs are open until 10 pm Mon-Thurs and open until 5 pm on Fridays. Take advantage of it.
6). Take Pride In Your Work. DO NOT CHEAT!!!
7). Help those around you.
8. If you miss class it is your responsibility to to check the WEEKLY folder on the server for what you missed and if you are still unsure about an assignment, please ask. I will not come find you to tell you what you missed.
PLAGIARISM:
The student understands that plagiarism will not be tolerated in this class. Plagiarism is defined by the Amarillo College Student Handbook as: “...the appropriating, buying, receiving as a gift, or obtaining by any means another’s work and the unacknowledged submission or incorporation of it in one’s own written work.” This also includes copying Internet or written sources in any course assignment discussions or projects without citing the source, as well as copying another student’s work for this course. If a student is found plagiarizing any material in the course, it will result in a grade of "0" for that assignment discussion or project and can result in disciplinary action and expulsion of the student from the course.
COPYRIGHT NOTICE:
Students must be aware and responsible for the Copyright Notice for the course: The materials on this course website are only for the use of students enrolled in this course for the purposes associated with this course and may not be retained or further disseminated.
DROPPING, WITHDRAWING, AND NON-CREDIT STATUS:
The student is responsible for dropping courses, withdrawing from college by the last day to drop a course, changing to non-credit status, etc., if the need arises. See the Amarillo College master calendar on the AC website and our course calendar for the date of the last day to drop a course. (04/20) The instructor may not be able to drop a student after the last day to drop a course. (Do not wait until the week of 04/20 to drop since it takes the registration office time to process the paperwork)
The FINAL GRADE is based on a total of 100 possible points that the student can earn through completing LESSONS, PROJECTS, DAILY Tasks, QUIZZES and by completing the FINAL EXAM (aka final project and quiz).
A = 89.5 - 100
B = 79.5 - 89.4
C = 69.5 - 79.4
D = 59.5 - 69.4
F = 0 - 59.4
AC Connect course grade book: Your course grades are accessed through the “My Grades” link on the Course menu in our AC Connect course as well as other links in AC Connect. Your individual course grades earned for lessons, projects, and the final project will appear in your AC Connect Grade book as well as a running grade average for the course. You can access your grade book through the "My Grades" link on our AC Connect Course Menu as well as other access points through AC Connect.
Due Dates of Course Work: Students are responsible for checking the Weekly handout folder in the Dropbox found inside the on-campus student server. (assignments and projects are subject to change) If a student lesson or project is submitted late by the student due to a course wide malfunction of AC Connect or server problem, the instructor will accept the assignment or project late or arrange a makeup assignment without penalty to the student.
The final project must be taken during the designated time on the calendar. In the case of a medical or family emergency, the project may be made up at the discretion of the instructor if the student provides documentation of the emergency to the instructor.
No student will be exempt from the final project.
Checking the Course Each Week: This is an in class course and students are required to show up on time. Check the Syllabus for course work deadlines ; read all information pertaining to each Lesson at the beginning of lesson in the provided textbook; and complete all course work on time to insure student success in the course. You must submit all lessons and projects by their designated deadline, attend class every day for lecture and critiques, and submit your final projects on time. Failure to do so will result in late penalties for your course grades. If you are having trouble participating in the course due to a medical or family emergency, please communicate the circumstances to me. Failure to communicate may result in zero's for missed work.
Extra Credit: No Extra Credit is given in the course.
FINAL EXAM: LATE SUBMISSIONS ARE NOT ALLOWED – NO EXCEPTIONS
THIS IS A STUDIO COURSE. YOUR ATTENDANCE AND PROMPT ARRIVAL TO CLASS ARE ESSENTIAL FOR LEARNING AND EVALUATION.
If you miss a class, it is your responsibility to find out what you missed, including new assignments and due dates, and to make arrangements to obtain the materials dispersed (if applicable) and/or catch up on instruction.
ABSENCES
Students will be allowed 2 unexcused absences without penalty. After the second unexcused absence, 1 letter grade will be deducted from the total class grade for each additional absence. 6 absences will result in automatic failure of the course. A breakdown of penalties for absence is presented below:
Any exceptions to the above policy will be made at the discretion of the instructor. For an absence to be excused, instructor may require appropriate documentation of the reason for absence.
Late arrival of more than 30 minutes, or early departure of more than 30 minutes will be counted as an absence. On days designated as LAB DAYS or for individual consultation, leaving without first checking in with instructor will result in an absence.
TARDINESS
3 tardies = no penalty
4 or more tardies = 1 point removed from final Activity grade per tardy after 3.
INSTRUCTOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DISALLOW LATE ENTRANCE INTO THE CLASSROOM.
In such cases grades for Attendance, Activity, Quizzes, and Exercises for that day will be lost. You may sign in no earlier than 15 minutes prior to class and no later than 30 minutes after class has begun. Any earlier or later may result in an absence.
• Students will be responsible for swiping their own badge by the door for attendance.(Attendance is registered through Blackboard by swiping your badge at the door. If you do not have your badge, you may use the Ellucian app on your mobile device to scan)
• Instructor is not responsible for student's failure to sign in with badge or Ellucian app.
• Failure by student to sign in using their badge or Ellucian app will result in an absence.
• Any student caught swiping another students badge will be reported for dishonest conduct and all parties involved may be subject to academic disciplinary action pending investigation.
• Students may request a review of their own attendance record with the instructor outside of class time.
Note: Dates are tentative and may change according to the progress of the class as a whole. Changes in the schedule will be announced during class and on the Weekly handouts found inside the Intro folder on the student server.
ILLUSTRATOR
Week 1 - Week 4
Learn the basics of Illustrator and explore the basic principles of design and layout. We will learn terminology used in the field of Graphic Design. You will explore the user interface and learn how to work with lines, shapes, masks, pathfinder, alignment tools, colors, swatches, brushes, patterns, plus how to scale and rotate objects in Illustrator properly. You will design with Text and create custom content from concept to completion. We will cover the basics of preparing content for print, web and television. You will create custom logos, icons, office stationary, and create mockup designs.
Week 1
MON. JAN. 15: HOLIDAY - CAMPUS CLOSED
WED. JAN. 17: Syllabus. Server. Materials. Vocabulary 01 review.
LESSON 01 & 02 Assigned
DT01 - Daily Task 01 - Pen tool Exercise 01 assigned
Week 2
MON. JAN. 22: QUIZ 01 (vocab test 01)
Daily Task 01 Due (by end of class)
L01 & L02 (work on in class)
L03 & L04 Assigned
WED. JAN. 24: L01 & L02 Due (by end of class)
DT02 Assigned
Work on L03 & L04 in class
PROJ 01 Assigned - Logo Sketches (concept to completion)
Week 3
MON JAN. 29: PROJ 01 - Sketches due (beginning of class)
DT02 Due (end of class)
L03 & L04 due (end of class)
PROJ 01 - Logo Illustrations Assigned
WED. JAN. 31: DT03 Assigned (Tutorials)
PROJ 01 Logo Illustrations Due (by end of class)
PROJ 02 Sketches Assigned (character Illustration)
Week 4
MON. FEB. 05: PROJ 02 Sketches due (beginning of class)
Presentation and Critique of PROJ 01 (attendance and participation mandatory)
PROJ 02 Illustrations assigned
WED. FEB. 07: DT03 Due (by beginning of class)
PROJ 02 Illustrations due (by end of class)
QUIZ 02 (AI test)
PHOTOSHOP
Week 5 - Week 8
Getting to know Photoshop.
Selections, layer basics, making quick fixes and touch ups, creating layer masks and working with channels.
Photo restoration, blemish removal, color correction, using basic effects, adjustment layers, and channels. Smart objects, healing tools, content-aware, rubber stamp and cloning.
Create compositions and typographic designs. Learning how to design in Photoshop for print, web and video.
Week 5
MON. FEB. 12: Review vocabulary and terminology.
LESSON 01 & 02 Assigned
WED. FEB. 14: QUIZ 03 (vocab test 01)
LESSON 01 & 02 Due (end of class)
LESSON 03 & 04 Assigned
Week 6
MON. FEB. 19: LESSON 03 & 04 Due (end of class)
DT 04 - Assigned (Selections/healing/Compositing/Resizing)
PROJ 03 Assigned - Old Photo Restoration
WED. MAR. 21: DT 04 Due (end of class)
Work on PROJ 03 (in class)
PROJ 04 Assigned - Mock-up
Week 7
MON. FEB. 26: PROJ 03 Due (end of class)
Work on PROJ 04 (in class)
WED. FEB. 28: PROJ 04 Due (end of class)
PROJ 05 Assigned - GIF (concept sketches assigned)
Week 8
MON. MAR. 05: Project 05 Sketches and concepts due (beginning of class)
Work on Project 05 (in class)
WED. MAR. 07: QUIZ 04 (PSD test)
Project 05 Due (beginning of class)
Presentation of PROJ 05
Week 9 SPRING BREAK (MAR. 10 - MAR. 18)
MON. MAR. 12: CAMPUS CLOSED
WED. MAR. 14: CAMPUS CLOSED
INDESIGN
Week 10 - Week 13
Getting to know InDesign. (work area, tools, panels, etc…)
Setting up a document and working with pages and layers.
Using the Preflight menu. Working with objects, images, and content created outside and inside of InDesign. Create flowing text, edit text, add page numbering, utilize typography, work with color, create and use both text and paragraph styles. Creating newsletters, multi-page documents, review ebub and digital magazine design. Create content for self promotional use.
Week 10
MON. MAR. 19: Vocabulary review.
LESSON 01 & 02 Assigned
WED. MAR. 21: QUIZ 05 - Vocabulary test
LESSON 01 & LESSON 02 Due (end of class)
LESSON 03 & LESSON 04 Assigned
Week 11
MON. MAR. 26: Work on LESSON 03 & LESSON 04 (in class)
WED. MAR. 28: LESSON 03 & LESSON 04 Due (end of class)
Week 12 FINAL PROJECT ASSIGNED (concept, planning, research, sketching)
Time management is crucial.
MON. APR. 02: DISCUSS FINAL PROJECT - (create timeline)
DT 05 - KINDER_B-FAST Assigned (Sketch, plan and design)
WED. APR. 04: DT 05 due (beginning of class) Present DT 05
PROJ. 06 Assigned - Magazine article
Week 13
MON. APR. 09: Work on PROJ. 06 (in class)
Work on final project in class (present concept and sketches - revisions may need to be made)
WED. APR. 11: PROJ. 06 Due (beginning of class) Present PROJ. 06
Work on final project in class - (present revision for final/begin gathering content and creating content)
Assign PROJ. 07 - Interactive / Buttons
Week 14- Week 17 (Last day to drop APR. 20)
MON. APR. 16: Work on PROJ. 07 (in class)
Work on final project in class
WED. APR. 18: PROJ 07 Due (beginning of class) Present PROJ 07
Work on final project in class
Week 15
MON. APR. 23: – Work on final project in class
WED. APR. 25: - Work on final project in class
I recommend having your final Project due by this date so you can make arrangements to have it printed.
You will be responsible for contacting Print Shops to find the best price and quickest turn around time.
Designs must be Photo-Ready. You will turn in digital and Physical versions of your final for presentation.
Week 16
MON. APR. 30: – Printed Final Project Due Beginning of Class Final Critiques Begin
WED. MAY 02: - Final Critique and Presentations end
FINAL QUIZ - (Part of the final)
Prints will be returned after final quiz
Week 17 FINALS WEEK
MON. MAY 07: – TBD
WED. MAY 09: – TBD
(ALL GRADES WILL BE SUBMITTED BY NOON FRIDAY MAY 11)
No additional information available
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