Graphic Design/Illustration (1 credit) Course Syllabus

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1 Graphic Design/Illustration (1 credit) Course Syllabus Next course: Advanced Graphic Design/Illustration (2 credits) Practicum in Graphic Design and Illustration (2 3 credits) Instructor: Brandon Buckner Graphic Design & Illustration Advanced Graphic Design & Illustration Practicum in Graphic Design (Grades 9 12) Contact: (Ben Barber) address: brandonbuckner@misdmail.org Course Description and Objectives Students will construct and maintain an electronic file management system for all folders and assignments created during the course. Assignments will be printed and kept in a student s notebook. The anatomy of type will be explored and manipulation of typography. Will practice using design terminology, acquire an understanding of the fundamentals of design and design principles. Student will gain a basic understanding of vector and raster based computer environment. Image manipulation will be explored requiring different file formats. Student will practice use of color theory and design variables related to it. Will examine electronic color through additive and subtractive color. A variety of software packages related to advertising and design will be used, providing student awareness of computer technology in this field. Basic skills will be developed for identifying basic design elements and fundamental principles. Student will experience exposure to page layout and electronic drawing tools. Analyze different aspects of the advertising design field and determine the nature of work, career opportunities, and the tools and skills necessary for success in the industry. Career and educational opportunities related to advertising and desktop publishing will be explored. Certifications There are no certifications offered for this course. Certifications can be earned in the Advanced Graphic Design & Illustration class.

2 Scope & Sequence TEKS (a) General requirements. Graphic design includes the knowledge and application of creative design, theory, principles, and practices as related to communication media. (b) Rapid advances in technology have created new career opportunities, and demands in trades and industry. T&I supports integration of academic and career and technology knowledge and skills. Week 1 2 Research and Concepts, Electronic File management Measurement conversion, document setup Professionalism in the workplace. Assessment Week 3 4 Fundamentals of Composition, Personal qualities and responsibility needed for employment Social impact of visual design, History of graphic design. Introduction to Photoshop. Week 5 8 Fundamentals of Typography, Curriculum activities/assignments (Illustrator), Fundamentals of Color, Print Production and Presentations. Logo Design, Branding Week 9 11 Introduction to InDesign, Magazine Cover Design, Advertising Design, Week Web and Interactivity, Misc projects. Week File conversion, electronic portfolio, final exam Grading Daily work and assignments 60% Assessment/tests 40% Late Work Policy Students will be assessed a penalty of 30 points per day for up to one class period before a zero may be given for work not turned in on time.

3 Tutoring Before school 6:30 AM 7:00 AM After school Immediately after 2:40pm. Student will be responsible for asking teacher about any make up work or assignments that are due after an absence. Student will be responsible for scheduling/coordinating the make up time with teacher. Missing grades and make up work will only be accepted within the 6 week grading period in which the assignment is due. (Failure to make up work will be a zero) May re take test upon request with a maximum grade of 70%. Tests must be retaken within the three week grading period. Classroom Rules and Expectations 1. Students are expected to use Google classroom for turning in all electronic assignments. Students will be taught extensively how to use this application on the internet. Not turning assignments in on time will result in a late grade. Students must also turn in the correct file format that is requested in the assignment instructions. If student fails to turn in the correct format, there will be a late grade penalty. 2. Students are expected to bring headphones. Most of the tutorials will be online in class over the software that is used to create designs. 3. If the student is absent, the student needs to approach the teacher for make up work. 4. Students need to think outside the box, and give me their best everyday. 5. Show up on time to class. 6. Treat everyone the way you want to be treated. 7. Drawing tablets will be provided for student use in the classroom. Each student will be responsible for returning all digital tablets and digital pens to their original place before the end of class. 8. Cell phones are not allowed except when permitted by teacher. 9. Computers are to be set at the same configuration as found. No changing the desktop. Google Classroom Students will be expected to use Google Classroom for turning in all of their electronic assignments. Google Classroom will also be where students will receive feedback on their work. Not turning assignments in on time for any reason other than what is excusable under district policy will be not excused. Students will have specific instructions on how to turn in assignments, when the assignment is due, and which file format the assignment should turned in as. Students clicking submit and done with nothing attached will receive an automatic zero for their assignment. Academic Dishonesty Academic dishonesty cheating or plagiarism is not acceptable. Cheating includes the copying of another student s work, homework, class work, test answers, etc. as one s own. Copy and pasting artwork off of search engines. Plagiarism is the use of another person s original ideas or writing without giving credit to the true author. A student found to have engaged in academic dishonesty will be subject to loss of credit for the work in question, as well as disciplinary penalties, according to the Student Code of Conduct.

4 Student Organizations DECA- is the Career Tech Student Organization for students enrolled in Graphic Design. DECA membership is optional, but it is recommended. Students have the opportunity to learn more about the fields of Business, Marketing and/or Finance by their involvement in DECA, which includes competition, field trips, guest speakers and/or participation in the Fall and Spring Fashion shows. The Executive Officers (President and Vice Presidents) of DECA are elected each Spring so that they can work through the summer, making plans for the coming school year. The membership drive runs officially through September 15, and at that time the following officers are determined through an Interview Process which is evaluated by the DECA Sponsors and the Executive Officers: Secretary, Treasurer, Historian, Reporter, Sergeant at Arms. In addition, classroom representatives are chosen from each course taught by the sponsors of DECA. Any DECA student interested in representing his/her class should let his/her teacher know of his/her interest in this position Arts and A/V Club - The Arts and A/V Club allows students to collaborate other students in the program and district. They will also make decisions regarding the program. Any student can run for for office, once nominations are complete, a vote will be held. Offices will be held for one semester. Meetings will be monthly on thursdays at 4:00pm. Dates will be determined.

5 After reading the course syllabus and classroom expectations, please sign below and return this sheet to the teacher no later than the first week of class. Please PRINT the high school attending Please PRINT the student s name Student Signature Grade Level Date Parent Signature Date Parent contact phone number(s) Parent e mail address