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ARTS-1311-001 Design I
An introduction to the fundamental terminology, concepts, theory and application of two-dimensional design.
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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:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
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Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact 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
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 Artmaking by David Bayl
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 binding, 8-1/2” X 11”
Learning Outcomes (ACGM)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
1. Identify and apply the elements of art and principles of two-dimensional design.
2. Employ discipline specific vocabulary in the evaluation of two-dimensional design problems.
3. Demonstrate creative skill in aesthetic problem solving within assigned parameters.
4. Demonstrate an appropriate level of professional practice, including safety, craft and presentation.
All grades will be averaged together. Assignments are graded using the elements and principles of design, following instructions, the quality of the design technique, and neatness. Tests will be taken on-line found in the Content section in BlackBoard through AC Connect. There will be grades for one review of the Design I Sketchbook. Instructions for what will be done in the sketch bookl are found in the Content section in BlackBoard.
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".
Students are required to regularly attend class, be on time and not leave early. Students must pay attention, follow directions, meet deadlines, show professionalism, discipline, courtesy, respect, participation, and cooperation.
Grading Schema:
A = 89.5% - 100%; B = 79.5% - 89%; C =69.5% - 79%; D = 59.5% -69%; F = 0% -59%
There will be design assignments, critiques, tests, journal reviews, and a group assignment.
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 3 points for each unexcused absence, and you will be advised by the instructor concerning continuing or withdrawing from the course. With permission absences may be made up by attending other sections of Design 1, with note from the other instructor. Written official documentation will be required to prove any circumstances that may be considered excused absences.
Graded Assignment or Test
Assignment Element of Line
Assignment Element of Shape
Assignment Element of Texture
Assignment Element of Tonal Value
Test Design Elements pages. 26-57
Assignment Element of Color
Test Element of Color pages 38-63.
Assignment Principles Collage
Assignment Principles Composition
Test Design Principles pages 65-89
Sketchbook 20 or more filled pages equal grade of “A”
No final
Important Note: Designs or sketchbook-journals not picked up at end of the semester become the property of Amarillo College.
Office Hours: Students may confer with the instructor during class or by appointment.
Instructor Contact: Associate Professor James Steven Cost. Office is Russell Hall 124C, office phone 345-5546, AC email: jscost@actx.edu. Prof. Co
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