Fall 2020 Course Syllabus Course: ARTC-2388- Section: 01 Internship-Commercial and Advertising Art

Instructor Information
Instructor	Maurice Abelman
E-mail	abelmanm@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6389
Office	Location: Student Center - Room: 413 Hours: OFFICE HOURS : Monday (12-4 ) Tuesday and Wednesday (12-3)
Department	Commercial Music, Visual and Performing Arts Chair: Richard Vandewalker E-mail: vandewalkerre@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6520 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description	A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer.
Prerequisites	ARTC 2335 Portfolio Development for Graphic Design
Learning Outcomes	CSLO 1. Understand the importance of art in digital design. (PSLO 1,2,3) CSLO 2. Acquire the basic knowledge of creating design elements. (PSLO 1,2) CSLO 3. Describe current trends in graphic design. (PSLO 1,2,4) CSLO 4. Understand the creative process and demonstrate professionalism. (PSLO 1,2,3,4,5)
Core Objectives	Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision making communities. Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate inter-cultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global communities.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. PSLO 1. Prepares design elements for inclusion into a digital product PSLO 2. Creates original design elements for inclusion into a portfolio PSLO 3. Describes current trends in graphic design. PSLO 4. Demonstrates ethics and professionalism within the graphic design field.
Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. none
Lecture Topics Outline	Week 1 - Week 1: Introductory paperwork; begin internship Week 2 - On The Job Week 3 - On The Job Week 4 - On The Job Week 5 - On The Job Week 6 - On The Job Week 7 - On The Job Week 8 - On The Job Week 9 - On The Job Week 10 - On The Job Week 11 - On The Job Week 12 - On The Job Week 13 - On The Job Week 14 - Thanks Giving Week 15 - EOC, Exit Paper work
Major Assignments Schedule	Week 1 - . Week 1: Introductory paperwork; begin internship Week 2 - Journal and weekly hours due Week 3 - Journal and weekly hours due Week 4 - Journal and weekly hours due Week 5 - Journal and weekly hours due Week 6 - Journal and weekly hours due Week 7 - Journal and weekly hours due Week 8 - Journal and weekly hours due Week 9 - Journal and weekly hours due Week 10 - Journal and weekly hours due Week 11 - Journal and weekly hours due Week 12 - Journal and weekly hours due Week 13 - Journal and weekly hours due Week 14 - Journal and weekly hours due Week 15 - Journal and weekly hours due, EOC, Exit Paper work
Final Exam Date	December 4, 2020 - 8:00 AM   Through  December 8, 2020 - 8:00 PM
Grading Scale	Passing grades: 100-90= A 89-80=B 79-70=C Failing Grades: 69-60= D 59 – Below= F
Determination of Final Grade	Determination of Final Grade 70% (EOC) End of Course Evaluation- The major part of this grade for your internship will be based off the end of the course evaluation that your internship will grade your performance on. 30% Weekly Journals- You will be required to write a weekly journal on your tasks and performances while interning on the job.
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	In the wake of COVID-19 Due to the Covid-19 pandemic this class has been adapted to be taught online. All course related assignments, objectives, quizzes, tests, and lectures will be available via your Lamar PA online portal and through Blackboard. It is very important that you keep track of updated online assignments and course objectives via your personal computer and Lamar PA email. In order to be successful in this class you need to be diligent in the pursuit of your education and maintain your commitment to the course. Class News and Updates I will be contacting you via email (through the campus email with reminders, changes or any other pertinent information. Please check your email at once per day to make sure there are any important updates. It is your responsibility to manage your mailbox so that lines of communication are open and available. Contacting The Instructor The best way to contact me is through email; I will get back to you within the day. Please note that I only check my LSCPA email after 6pm on weekdays. If the issue is an emergency, please call my cell phone 4096795999. Academic Integrity Academic integrity is one of the most cherished principles of the Lamar State College Port Arthur Community. You must adhere to this principle: by understanding the nature of plagiarism and by not plagiarizing materials; by refraining from the use of unauthorized aids on tests and examinations; by turning in assignments which are products of your own efforts and research; and by refusing to give or receive information on tests and examinations to or from other students. If you violate these principles of simple honesty, you risk embarrassment, course failure, and disciplinary action. It is simply not worth it. Students with Disabilities Statement Students with disabilities are requested to present their accommodation letters to their instructor at the beginning of the semester (through email) so that accommodations can be arranged in a timely manner by the College, the department, or the faculty member, as appropriate. Students with disabilities who do not have accommodation letters should visit the Office of Services for Students with Disabilities.
Attendance Policy	Attendance You are required to check Blackboard for weekly and daily assignments every week. I will update new assignments every Monday so check your Blackboard accounts every Monday. If an online lecture is scheduled you are required to attend during set date. This is an online remote class so you will be responsible for your classwork and homework on your own time. You are required to have assignments turned in on time according to due dates.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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Other	Disclaimer This syllabus is subject to change at any time during the semester. You will be notified of any changes or will be issued a new syllabus.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.