Digital II syllabus

Art 4923, Digital Imaging II,

Spring 2011, Room: HBFFAC 168, T,R, 9:30 - 12:15

Instructor: Aaron Hauck

Office - HBFFAC 176

580-559-5355

ahauck@ecok.edu

OFFICE HOURS:

M 11:00 – Noon, T by appointment, W 11:00 – noon R by appointment, F 11:00 – 1:00

(If I am not in my office check room 161 or 168)

Course Objectives:

This is an advanced course on creating digital images and an introduction to vector based graphics and video. Through various projects the student will learn how to operate Adobe Illustrator, Flash and iMovie. Projects will be designed to teach both technical skills and creative production and relate to the graphic design field.

Textbook:

There is not a required textbook, but I would suggest getting a manual on Illustrator

Assignments:

Class projects will be both in-class and out-of-class. Assignments will be based on the learning of new technical skills and follow graphic design themes. Projects will not be printed. You may not use any of the printers without permission. The Audio/Visual Office in the library will print poster-sized images for you at a substantial discount. All projects will be turned in by posting them to the class blog.

Morgue file - a large accordian style folder that you will store resource materials such as magazine clippings that you like.  Look for text styles, backgrounds, textures, graphic elements, logos, layouts, etc.  Organize into different sections for the different types.  Scraps can come from magazines, newspapers, posters, etc.  Please do not print materials off of the internet.  Bring this to class with you every day.  I will randomly check that you have them with you and that you are adding content to it. 

Illustrator Tutorials X5

Class Blog - all assignments posted on time,  comments, tutorials, etc. 

Studio Policy:

This space is shared with other courses. Back your work up on a flash-drive! Proper equipment handling will be a serious factor in the evaluation of each project. DO NOT TOUCH THE COMPUTER SCREENS! Do not use the computers to play games, complete other homework, or to check MySpace or Facebook while in class. This lab is locked when not in use, but you can gain access by asking an Art Department faculty member to unlock the room. The above studio policy applies here. Please do not use any of the printers without permission. Continual disregard of any or all aspects of the studio policy will result in an AW.

This course will utilize Blackboard

Course handouts, assignments, quizzes, announcements, and grades will be available on this site. You are required to use Blackboard. Assignments will be located in a folder on the Course Content page.

Class Blog – www.ecudigital.blogspot.com

This course will also utilize a community blog that you will all have access to. You will be required to contribute to this blog by posting new content. You will turn in all projects by posting them on this blog. This blog will be used to post assignments, tutorials, and other projects for both Digital Imaging 1 and 2. Course materials such as the syllabi, assignments, and announcements will also be posted here.

You need to make comments on the completed assignments that your peers post on this blog. You do not have to comment on every one, but you should maintain a constant presence on the blog during the entire semester.

You are required to create at least 5 tutorials, in video or screenshot / text form, during the semester. These tutorials should show how to accomplish an advanced effect or process using Adobe Photoshop or in the case of Digital II Adobe Illustrator or Flash. Due dates will be announced at a later time. You are welcome to post more than five tutorials. You may not copy other tutorials from the internet verbatim. Each tutorial will be worth 30 points. To get all 30 points your tutorial must be ambitious, coherent, unique, and helpful. Please do not repeat a topic from someone else's previous tutorials.

All projects posts must be titled. If you are in Digital I you should always begin each blog title with D1. D2 if you are in Digital II. This should be followed by the name of the assignment and the number and end with your name.

Example - I am in Digital II and I am posting my 3rd tutorial... "D2 Tutorial #3 Thomas"

Example - I am in Digital I and I am posting the second picture from the project "Old to New / New to Old"... "D1 Old to New / New to Old #2 Jones"

Casual posts do not need to have formal titles. Please post info about ANYTHING than relates to this course.

You are required to interact and contribute to this class blog. Failure to do this will result in a substantial reduction of your final grade.

You must have a free GMAIL email account to be able to contribute.

Attendance is required. Failing to attend class sessions more than 4 times will result in the lowering of your final grade by one letter grade. After 6 absences two letter grades. Roll will be taken at the beginning of class. Promptness is expected.

Required Materials:

Flash-drive (at least 4gb)

a digital camera with a video capture feature is recommended

ADA Statement: East Central University is committed to providing equal access to University programs and services to all students. Under University policy, Federal, and State laws, students with documented disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations to ensure they are presented with an equal opportunity to perform in class. If anyone in this class has such a disability and needs special academic accommodations, please report to Student Support Services, Room 115, Administration Building as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations may be arranged after Student Services has reviewed and verified your needs. Please do not hesitate to contact the instructor if you need any assistance in this process.

WAC Statement: In accordance with the university’s emphasis on writing proficiency, oral communication, and critical thinking all student produced writing and oral presentations will be expected to reflect clear content, coherent and organized structure, and adherence to the stylistic and mechanical standards articulated by the instructor.