Fall 2022 Course Syllabus
Course: ARTC-2388 (Section: 01, CRN: 91539)
Internship-Commercial and Advertising Art
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Instructor Information
Instructor Maurice Abelman
Email abelmanm@lamarpa.edu
Phone (409) 984-6389
Office Student Center - Room: 413
Office Hours OFFICE HOURS : 
MWF: 9am-10am | 2:30pm-3:30pm(PAC Room 124)
TR: 9:30am-11am | 2pm-3:30pm(PAC 124)  
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OFFICE HOURS : 
MWF: 9am-10am | 2:30pm-3:30pm(PAC Room 124)
TR: 9:30am-11am | 2pm-3:30pm(PAC 124)  
Additional Contact Information
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.
Required 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.

Text (required)
Graphic Design Internship 
Student Handbook
Additional Materials/Resources
Computer Access & Internet Connection 
Email, Cellphone
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign
Adobe Acrobat
Adobe Creative Cloud or One Drive
Word Processor App.
Corequisites/Prerequisites
  • ARTC-1313 Digital Publishing I
  • ARTS-1311 Design I (2-Dimensional)
  • ARTS-2348 Digital Art I
  • ARTS-2348 Digital Media
  • IMED-1416 Web Design I
  • PHTC-1311 Fundamentals of Photography
Learning Outcomes
  • As outlined in the learning plan, apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry
  • Will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
  • As outlined in the learning plan, apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry
  • Will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.
Lecture Topics Outline On boarding orientation internship policy lecture and responsibilities.
Paperwork discussion and signatures required

6 Week Evaluation discussion

12 week evaluation discussion

End of Course Evaluation review
Major Assignments Schedule
Week 1 - Course Intro , Syllabus, 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.
Review meeting with the Course Instructor
 
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.
Review meeting with the Course Instructor
 
Week 13 - Journal and weekly hours due.
 
Week 14 - Journal and weekly hours due.
 
Week 15 - Journal and weekly hours due.
 
Week 16- End of Course (EOC) evaluation Due
Final Exam Date December 7, 2022 - 8:0 AM   Through  December 7, 2022 - 8:25 AM
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% End of Course (EOC) evaluation - 
The majority of the grade for this class will be based of the EOC evaluation that your supervisor will fill out at the end of the semester. This will measure your performance for your internship this semester. 
 
30% Weekly Journals- 
At the end of each week you will be required to fill out a journal on what you did for the internship and what you learned. Review meetings will be held with student and course instructor every 6 weeks. Students must schedule a meeting and discuss their experience so far with the internship during the review meetings.
Course Policies
Instructor Policies
Class Etiquette and Mindfulness 
 
Having been granted an internship is a great honor and the student should understand that they represent not only themselves but Lamar State College Port Arthur. You should be on your best behavior at all times and strive to make an impression with your mentor. You never know it could lead to a permanent or a good reference on your resume and portfolio. Do your best. I believe in you! If you have any issues with the internship you must contact the course instructor immediately to address any issues.
 
Class News and Updates
 
If there are any updates for class I will contact you via email (through the campus email with reminders, changes or any other pertinent information. Please check your email once per day to make sure there aren’t any important updates. It is your responsibility to manage your emails 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 24-48 hrs. Please note that I only check my LSCPA email after 6pm on weekdays

 

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.
Attendance Policy
Attendance
 
You will be responsible and accountable for meeting with the internship supervisor each week and fulfilling the required weekly hours you need for the semester. You must meet the requirements outlined in the handbook or you will not be able to pass the class.
Additional Information
Institutional Policies
MyLSCPA Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
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.
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.
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.
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
Clery Act Crime Reporting For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.

Grievance / Complaint / Concern 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.
Department Information
Commercial Music, Visual and Performing Arts
Chair:Richard Vandewalker
Email:vandewalkerre@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6520