Spring 2022 Course Syllabus Course: ARTC-1317- Section: 1 Design Communication I

Instructor Information
Instructor	Maurice Abelman
E-mail	abelmanm@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	Study of design development relating to graphic design terminology, tools and media, and layout and design concepts. Topics include integration of type, images and other design elements, and developing computer skills in industry standard computer programs.
Prerequisites	None
Learning Outcomes	• Identify design principles of visual communications • Implement the creative design process to produce a visual solution using the appropriate software.
Core Objectives	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	• Identify design principles of visual communications • Implement the creative design process to produce a visual solution using the appropriate software.
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) Design Is Storytelling By Ellen Lupton Publisher: Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, 1st edition (Nov 21,2017) ISBN 978- 1942303190 Materials and Items Needed Computer Access & Internet Connection Sketch Book & Drawing Materials Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Character Animator Adobe Acrobat Adobe Creative Cloud or One Drive Word Processor App.
Lecture Topics Outline	Lecture Schedule 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 Week 14 - Project 5 Intro, Exercise 5 Demo Week 15 - Project 5 Demo, Exercise 5 Due, Work Week 16 - Critique, Project 5 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	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.
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.