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ART 101: DESIGN 1

Southwestern College
Professor Perry Vasquez
School of Arts and Communication
pvasquez@swccd.edu

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Students will analyze and experiment with two-dimensional design elements such as line, shape, texture, value, and color. Strategies for conveying the illusion of space and motion in two-dimensions will be studied and applied. Principles of visual patterns such as unity, emphasis, scale, proportion, balance and rhythm will be addressed in projects and in lectures.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

Attendance for all classes is mandatory. Three absences over the course of the semester could result in the reduction of your grade anywhere from a half to a full letter grade depending on your performance while you are in class. More than 6 absences and a student will be dropped from the class roster.

Each student must attend the first class meeting or make arrangements with the instructor of he/she is going to be absent. Failure to attend the first class meeting or more than 6 absences will result in being dropped from the class. Though students may be dropped by the teacher, he/she must officially drop classes according to the posted deadlines to ensure refunds and unsatisfactory grades. If emergencies arise, a petition for leave of absence should be filed in Admissions.

When you return to class after an absence, speak with me immediately before or after class so that I can give you any handouts and/or assignments. 

ACADEMIC HONESTY & COURTESY STANDARDS

Plagiarism and cheating, perpetuated actively or passively, constitute violations of academic honesty. Disregard for written or verbal instructions regarding course work may, at the discretion of the instructor, represent academic cheating. All violations and suspected violations of academic honesty will result in action against the party or parties involved, and will be documented in writing with the Dean of Student Activities and the Dean of the School of Arts and Communication. Sanctions may include no-credit or formal charges of student misconduct. Formal charges can result in academic probation, suspension or expulsion.

Disruptive behavior constitutes any activity that disrupts classroom instruction or learning. Examples of disruptive behavior include talking during instruction, constant interruptions that are irrelevant to course or current topic, and the like. The instructor has the right to excuse anyone who is being disruptive. In extreme cases, a student may be dropped from the course at the instructor's discretion. For more information see the SWC Catalog and/or Student Handbook.

CELL PHONES

Turn off all phones, electronic games, and other distracting electronic items.   They will have to wait until class is over.

DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES

Southwestern College recommends that students with disabilities discuss academic accommodations with their professors during the first two weeks of class. This syllabus and course handouts are available in alternate media upon request.

If you believe that you have a learning disability or other issues of which   I should be aware, please notify me as soon as possible. Also there are many places on campus to get help--don’t be shy to use these services.

ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTER

To further your success, reinforce concepts, and achieve the stated learning objectives for this course, I refer you to the Academic Success Center learning assistance services.  Upon request for tutorial services, you will be automatically enrolled in NC 3:  Supervised Tutoring, a free noncredit course that does not appear on your transcripts. 

Services are located in the ASC (420), the Writing Center (420D), the Reading Center (420), Math Center (426), the Library/LRC Interdisciplinary Tutoring Lab, MESA, specialized on-campus School tutoring labs, the Higher Education Center at National City, and the San Ysidro Education Center.  Online learning materials and Online Writing Lab (OWL) are available at www.swccd.edu/~asc. 

STUDIO EXERCISES & PROJECTS

Studio exercises are designed to expose you to new techniques and to sharpen your skills. They will also allow you to explore the possibilities of the different media you will be using over the course of the term. On the other hand, you will be given up to four weeks to complete the Projects assigned to you during the term. Each project will capitalize on the skills and ideas learned in the exercises.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I turn in a project late?
No late projects unless you can make arrangements with me beforehand or unless you have a legitimate excuse such as family emergency or sickness.

What happens if I am late to class?
Arriving more than 15 minutes late to class will be considered tardy. Three tardy arrivals will count as one full absence.

GRADING CRITERIA

Grades for the class will be administered on a point total basis. Each assignment is worth anywhere from 5 to 25 points.

• "A" grades are given for outstanding work. You are doing extremely well. Improvements will be towards higher degrees of refinement.

• "B" grades are given for above=average work. You are doing very well> Improvements will be toward higher refinements of concept and execution.

• "C" grades are given for average work. You are meeting an acceptable level or expectation. Improvements will be towards acceptable levels of project requirements.

• "D" grades are given for below=average work. You are under-achieving in quality and/or motivation. Improvements will be towards acceptable level of project requirements.

• "F" grades are given for failure. You are not reaching the expected level for college work. Improvements are to review goals, seek assistance and increase efforts

• "I" grades are only given in very rare circumstances when students are prevented from completing the course requirements due to circumstances beyond their control.

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