Spring 2022 Course Syllabus
Course: ARTC-1313- Section: 1
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Instructor Information
Instructor Maurice Abelman
E-mailabelmanm@lamarpa.edu
Phone(409) 984-6389
Office
Location:Student Center - Room: 413
Hours:OFFICE HOURS : MWF: 9am-11am (PAC Room 124) TR: 9:30am-11am (PAC 124) 3:30pm-4pm (MMED 149)
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 The fundamentals of using digital layout as a primary publishing tool and the basic concepts and terminology associated with typography and page layout
Prerequisites none
Learning Outcomes • Apply fundamentals of page layout
• Define typographic terminology and specifications.
• Import text and graphics into page layout programs.
• Discuss file formats and file management techniques.
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.
Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate inter-cultural competency and
civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global
communities.
Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to
support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view.
Program Student Learning Outcomes • Apply fundamentals of page layout
• Define typographic terminology and specifications.
• Import text and graphics into page layout programs.
• Discuss file formats and file management techniques.
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)
Layout Workbook: A real-world guide to building
pages in graphic design
By: Dennis Puhalla and Kristin Cullen
ISBN-13: 978-1631594977
Text (Recommended)
Comics and Sequential Art
By: Will Eisner
ISBN 978-0393331264
Materials and Items Needed
Computer Access & Internet Connection
Sketch Book & Drawing Materials
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign
Adobe Acrobat
Adobe Creative Cloud or One Drive
Word Processor App.
Lecture Topics
Outline		 Week 1 - Course Intro , Syllabus, Intro to
Photoshop, Intro to Adobe Creative Cloud.
Exercise 1 demo.
Week 2 - Project 1 Intro - Demo. Work Day
Week 3 - Critique, Workday
Week 4 - Project 2 Intro. Exercise 2 Demo
Week 5 - Project 2 Demo. Work Day
Week 6 - Critique, Workday
Week 7 - Project 3 Intro. Exercise 3 Demo
Week 8 - Project 3 Demo. Work Day
Week 9 - Spring Break
Week 10 - Critique, Workday
Week 11 - Project 4 Intro. Exercise 4 Demo
Week 12 - Project 4 Demo. Work Day
Week 13 - Critique, Workday
Week 14 - Project 5 Intro. Exercise 5 Demo
Week 15 - Project 5 Demo. Work Day
Week 16 - Critique, Workday
Major Assignments
Schedule
Major Assignments
Week 1 - Course Intro, Ice Breaker. Exercise 1
Week 2 - Project 1 Demo, Exercise 1 Due, Workday
Week 3 - Critique, Project 1 Due
Week 4 - Project 2 Intro, Exercise 2 Demo
Week 5 - Project 2 Demo, Exercise 2 Due, Workday
Week 6 - Critique, Project 2 Due
Week 7 - Project 3 Intro, Exercise 3 Demo
Week 8 - Project 3 Demo, Exercise 3 Due, Workday
Week 9 - Spring Break
Week 10 - Critique, Project 3 Due
Week 11 - Project 4 Intro, Exercise 4 Demo
Week 12 - Project 4 Demo, Exercise 4 Due, Work
Week 13 - Critique, Project 4 Due
Final Exam Date May 6, 2022 - 8:00 AM   Through  May 6, 2022 - 8:00 PM
Grading Scale Grade Breakdown
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% Project Grades -
This is a project based class which means the majority
of your grade will come from the finished projects you
submit. Your projects will be graded on a rubric that
measures a number of different criteria.
20% Critique and Participation -
The ability to commutate your idea verbally, as well
as visually, is an important skill needed for this class.
This portion of your grade measures your ability to
discuss your project during critique and your ability to
participate in group discussion and projects.
10% Attendance -
Being present and on time for class is important to
developing your work and shows that you respect the
knowledge that is being passed on to you.
3 Lates = 1 Absence for Class
3 Absences = 1 Letter Drop for Class
6 Absences = Fail the Class
Course Policies
Instructor Policies Late Work
Every assignment in this class will have a due date
assigned on Blackboard. For everyday beyond
the due date of the assignment, points will be
deducted from your grade for that student work.
10 points will be deducted for every week that
the student work is late. Students will be held
accountable for turning their work in on time.
Expectations
To do well in this course, plan on a minimum of at
least 6-8 hours of work per week (beyond normal
class time) that will be dedicated to the study,
practice, and skill development related to Graphic
Design. The information and skills you develop will
be used in preparation for the major projects you
will create in this class. Unless otherwise directed,
I will assign an average of 1 project every 3 weeks.
There is a lot of course material to cover in this
class so please don’t fall behind. It will be hard to
make up course material if you do so.

Class Etiquette and Mindfulness
This is a college learning environment. Be
conscious of your behavior in class and how it
could effect your education and the education
of the students around you. If you do anything to
disrupt class or the pace of my lectures or demos
you will be warned. If you continue to disrupt class
you will be asked to leave and won’t be allowed to
return unless you apologize to me and the class for
causing a scene.
If class time is given to complete an assignment,
use that time to complete your work. If you refuse
to do the class assignment during class, points will be
deducted from the final grade of that assignment and
your participation grade.
Do not bring any food to eat during class. Do not use
your cell phones unless instructed to do so. No selfies,
texting, or phone calls during class. Please do not have
side conversations during lecture. Ask for permission to
use the restroom.
Attendance Policy Attendance
Roll will be taken at the beginning of class. You
must attend class every assigned class day
according to LSCPA policy. If you miss a day, you
will be responsible and held accountable for any
content that you missed in class.
You must be on time each day for class. You will be
marked tardy if you show up late for class. You will
be marked tardy if you are 5 min late. Beyond 10
minutes late, you will be marked absent.

Being present and on time for class is important to
developing your work and shows that you respect the
knowledge that is being passed on to you.
3 Lates = 1 Absence for Class
3 Absences = 1 Letter Drop for Class
6 Absences = Fail the Class
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
  1. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

  2. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

  3. 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.
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.