Other Course Information ARTC 1305 BASIC GRAPHIC DESIGN/ PHOTOSHOP II SPRING, 2012

SECTION NUMBER: 5001 ROOM NUMBER: B265 CLASS DAYS/HOURS: INSTRUCTOR: EMAIL: OFFICE: PHONE:

MW, 11:15 A.M. - 12:10 P.M. (NO CLASSES 3/12, 3/14) MR. DON BITTINGER dbittinger@dcccd.edu A456 214-860-2215

El Centro College SCANS statement Explanation

The following table illustrates how the course specific learning outcomes provide mastery of foundation skills and workplace competencies. LEARNING OUTCOMES It is the responsibility of each student to allocate time for all assignments, follow recommended schedule, and submit projects in a timely manner. EVALUATION Grade will be assigned based on the quality of work and meeting the assigned deadlines Grade will be assigned based on the quality of work and meeting the assigned deadlines Grade will be assigned based on the quality of work and meeting the assigned deadlines SCANS 1a, 1c, 2f, 3a, 3c, 5a, 6a, 6e, 7a, 7b, 7d, 8a

Evaluate web sites, and marketing material. Discuss, and give feedback and recommendations for improvement. Learn different ways to communicate the same message.

1a, 1c, 2f, 3a, 3c, 6a, 6d, 6e, 7a, 7d, 7f, 8b

Define & discuss color models and identify how it can be used in. different environments Discuss HTML and the languages of the web.

1a, 4d, 6a, 6d, 6e, 7a, 7b, 7d, 7f, 8b

LEARNING OUTCOMES Define & discuss the attributes of vector and raster based images; compare benefits and shortcomings of each. Review scanning.

EVALUATION Grade will be assigned based on the quality of work and meeting the assigned deadlines Grade will be assigned based on the quality of work and meeting the assigned deadlines Grade will be assigned based on the quality of work and meeting the assigned deadlines Grade will be assigned based on the quality of work and meeting the assigned deadlines Grade will be assigned based on the quality of work and meeting the assigned deadlines Grade will be assigned based on the quality of work and meeting the assigned deadlines

SCANS 1a, 6a, 6d, 6e, 7a, 7b, 7d, 7f, 8b

Illustrate the beginning stages behind the web design process.

1a, 2c, 6a, 6d, 6e, 7c, 7f, 8b

Illustrate & define the navigation and layout of a well thought out web site.

1a, 2c, 6a, 6e, 6d, 7c, 7f, 8b

Identify appropriate questions to ask prior to beginning your creation. Discuss how different software applications can be used and when.

1a, 1c, 3a, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6e, 7a, 7b, 7c, 7d, 7e, 7f, 8a

Identify Basic Design Concepts and Best Practices.

1c, 3b, 5a, 5b, 5c, 6a, 6d, 6e, 7b, 7c, 7f, 8a

Discuss how technology impacts design.

1c, 3b, 5a, 5b, 5c, 6a, 6d, 6e, 7b, 7c, 7f, 8a

LEARNING OUTCOMES Design a web site story board, outline, creative brief and production schedule as it relates to the client.

EVALUATION Grade will be assigned based on the quality of work and meeting the assigned deadlines Grade will be assigned based on the quality of work and meeting the assigned deadlines

SCANS 2c, 3d, 5b, 6a, 6e, 7b

Design a web site using Adobe Photoshop CS5.

1b, 1c, 2c, 2f, 3a, 3c, 5a, 6a, 6e, 7a, 7b, 8b, 8c

COMPUTATION OF FINAL GRADE

During the semester, students will be participating in variety of classroom activities including interactive lecture, demonstrations, student teaching, laboratory exercises and exams. Students working on group projects will be assigned a grade that reflects the work of the entire group. Group project evaluations may include instructor and/or peer evaluations.

Skills Attainment by Attendance, Exercises, Exams, and Projects

Attendance (10%) all students are expected to attend classes on their respective scheduled dates. Absences should be communicated with the Instructor a minimum of 24 hours in advance. Competency Exams (20%) you will be given several objective exams to be completed ONLY in class, proctored ONLY by your instructor. All exams are delivered on-line through eCampus. Makeup exams are scheduled with each student on a case-by-case basis. Class Exercises (20%) you will be given class exercises that will integrate skills and techniques gained in through the course. Each exercise must be turned in on the date due to your instructor on the due date. Late assignments are deducted on a case-by-case basis, usually 50%. Final Project (50%) using skills acquired during the semester, create and design a story board, site outline, creative brief and project plan for your clients web site. Print and present to class and instructor. Student will also create and design web page(s) for a client. Web site design and print mock-up will be reviewed

by class and instructor for final presentation to client. Note: The Final Project requires the written approval of the client(s) in all completed products and design documentation. The written document must be submitted with your final project. The final grading scale is as follows: A= 90-100% B = 80-89% C = 70-79% D = 60-69% F = 59% or below

INCOMPLETE GRADE STATEMENT

Incomplete grades are given only in case of extreme emergency and at least 50% of the course requirements must have been completed. Request for an incomplete grade must be justified through a written statement and presented before the drop date to your instructor, who will decide if your request can be approved.

CONTINUING EDUCATION STUDENTS MUST COMPLETE ALL PROJECTS AND TESTS IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A CEU AWARD

Your instructor will provide a DUE DATE when lab assignments are to be turned in for grading. In the event of unforeseen circumstances, some assignments may change. The student will be notified in lecture of any changes in assignments or due dates. In order to insure that you have the correct assignments and due dates, it is your responsibility to consult with your instructor if you are absent from lecture.

DROP DATE
THE LAST DAY TO DROP BY 7 P.M. IS THURSDAY, APRIL 12, 2012.

CLASSROOM RULES AND EXPECTATIONS

All students are required to practice courteous, respectful, cooperative behavior at all times, as this would be the norm in any higher education or work environment. To avoid distractions in the classroom, students will: Arrive on time and stay until class is dismissed; Be prepared and stay on task; Leave all food, drink, candy and gum outside the classroom; Listen courteously to one speaker at a time, with no interruptions and no side conversations; Generally behave as mature adults would in the workplace.

CELL PHONE/FACEBOOK

In order not to interrupt the class session, students are asked to place all cell phones and pagers on vibrate prior to entering the classroom. Access to Facebook (and other social media tools) is not to be accessed in the classroom during class time in order to reduce classroom disruption.

ALL ASSIGNED WORK MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 6, 2012, 12 A.M.

COURSE OUTLINE
The instructor may alter this course outline at any time due to time constraints, loss of school days, or unforeseen problems with computer equipment, labs, etc. days, or unforeseen problems with computer equipment, labs, etc. Wee k1 Class 1 & 2 Obligatory first day of class introductions Review of the syllabus (all sections) Chapter One (Operating System Fundamentals) Overview of HTML - Creating HTML Documents Using Notepad Formatting Text (Typography) Creating a Web Banner Saving and viewing files Assignments (Due Next Class) o Purchase the Text book o Assignment #1: Introduction and Background o Assignment #2: Creating a Banner

Wee k2

Class 3 & 4 Photoshop versus Illustrator Chapter Two Working with a Client Assignments (Due Next Class)

Discuss Graphic Design Principles Assignment #3: Revising Your Banner Wee k3 Class 5 & 6 Chapter Three Photoshop Concepts (Images, Selections, Channels, Layers) Assignments (Due Next Class) o Assignment #4: Lines can be straight or curved. Direct or Implied. o Assignment #5: Shapes are enclosed objects that can be created by line, path, color or value change that define their edges. Drawing Bitmap and Vector Shapes. Adding more shapes to your environment. Utilizing Masks. Class 7 good stuff that can make or break a website. Assignments (Due Next Class) Assignment #6: Color and Adjustments. o Assignment #7: Contrast elements use varying degrees of darkness and light, white and black.
Discuss layout, design, navigation, and all that other

Wee k4

Wee k 5

Class 8 Assignment #8: Depth elements with depth add the illusion or depth to an otherwise boring 2-D plane. Discuss Client Survey and Creative Brief Discuss Website Design Topics Secrets of Successful Websites

Wee k6

Class 9 & 10

Assignments (Due Next Class) o Exercise #9: Texture and Spacing o Exercise #10: Choosing the right format.

Wee k7

Class 11 & 12

Meet with Client Issues with Creative Brief Photoshop Optimization (GIF, JPG, PNG, BMP Comparison) Assignments (Due Next Class) o Exercise #11: Format, Guidelines, Grids, and Slicing

Wee k8

Class 13 & 14

Discuss web site outlines and story boards and how to create them Photoshop Smart Objects (Advanced Selection Tools) Assignments (due next class) Exercise #12: Movement is the use of lines, color, and repetition to create the illusion of motion. Curved forms or lines Repetition of geometric forms Fuzzy lines or outlines Lines can indicate motion or direction Balance is the act of comparing or estimating two things, one against the other, and the contrast between: Empty space (white space) and filled space Text and images Color and no colors and different colors Textures against flat colors Exercise #13: Emphasis is to express with particular stress or force. Can be accomplished with any of the elements. Unity is the correct balance of a composition or color that produces a harmonious effect. View story boards and outline in class and discuss them Assignments (due next class)

Wee k9

Class 17

Exercise #14: Comparing Good Design to Good Photography Exercise #15: Font Selection and Style for Graphic Design MIDTERM EXAM CLIENT ID DUE Discuss client web site design and where to start Review Color Selection Theory Assignments (due next class) Exercise #16 : Animation in Photoshop

Wee k 10 Wee k 11

Class 18

Class 19 & 20

Wee k 12

Class 21 & 22

Discuss & collect Final Project Ideas Review client design storyboards

Assignments (Due Next Class) Final Storyboards Due Wee k 13

Class 23 & 24

View logos in class Discuss PSD Layer Format (review slicing) Create a Serbia Macro Assignments (due next class) o Exercise #17: Integrating Photoshop and Illustrator Live Trace in Illustrator

Wee k 14

Class 25 & 26

Photoshop Assignments (due next class) Exercise #18: Live Color in Illustrator Exercise #19: 3-D Concepts in Photoshop and Illustrator Wee k 15 Client Survey and Client Brief REVIEW

View 3 comps for final project Discuss final layout of site Review Batch Processing Capabilities in

Client Survey and Client Brief Brining it Together (Mini Project)

Wee k 16

Complete Project ATTENDAN CE IS MANDATOR Y

Critique of final project Assignments (due next class) Client review and critique of final project Submit Final PSD and ALL Design Documentation

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