COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Prefix/Number
Course Title: Intro to Graphic Design
Division: Liberal Arts
Program: Visual Arts
Credit Hours: 3
Initiation/Revised Date: Fall 2004
Assessment Goal per Outcome(s): 70%
Academic
This course is an introduction to graphic design concepts, methods, and processes. The production of visually effective graphic design layouts using the elements of design will be utilized.
ART 121 and prior computer experience or permission of the instructor.
TEXTS:
Basics of Design: Layout and Typography for Beginners,
Additional References: ARTS NEWS and American Artist periodicals and books in Chapman Library.
I. Students will describe visual communication via in depth study of fundamental design and layout practices.
A. Historical review of past and current graphic design layouts.
B. Analysis of the visual elements of line, type, and images.
C. Analysis of various page layout examples.
1. Compare/Contrast examples of page layouts forming on the concept
of emphasis.
2. Compare/Contrast examples of page layouts utilizing contrast.
3. Compare/Contrast examples of page layouts displaying a sense of visual balance.
4. Compare/Contrast examples of page layouts emphasizing the importance of alignment.
5. Compare/Contrast examples of page layouts by repetition of visual elements.
6. Compare/Contrast examples of page layouts exemplifying consistent visual flow.
7. Compare/Contrast examples of page layouts utilizing various visual images such as photographs, chip art, etc.
8. Compare/Contrast full color page layout to encompass effective use of color.
II. Students will demonstrate an awareness of Typography.
A. Define typographic concepts.
B. Identify typefaces and appropriate applications.
C. Distinguish various type styles/families
D. Develop a functional usage of type for specific applications.
III. Student will demonstrate proficiency in layout methodology via the production of seven layouts of various topics.
A. Creation of a stationary set.
B. Overview of logotypes and designing of a specific topic logo.
C. Production of specific topic flyer.
D. Develop and print a specific topic banner.
E. Produce a poster incorporating photo, type and graphic object.
F. Create a newsletter for imaginary entity
G. Develop and print a personalized resume.
I. Review and analyze the application of design in page layout examples.
A. Historical perspective of graphic design layouts.
B. Review graphic design concepts.
II. Typography
A. Styles
B. Proof
C. Influence of fonts on a certain product
III. Materials/Tools and Their Usage In Page Layouts.
A. Basic introduction to graphic art materials/tools- graphic media, computer and associated graphic design software.
B. Practical application of tools and material.
IV. Production of Student Layout Projects (Seven)
A. Stationary set
B. Logo
C. Flyer
D. Banner
E. Poster
F. Newsletter
G. Resume
V. Printing and Finishing
A. Alone
B. Group
1. Lectures/Discussions
2. Supervised computer lab instruction
3. Critiques
4. Audio/Visuals
5. Assignments
6. Field trips to graphics/printing companies
7. Information sheets
Evaluation focuses on the student’s ability to show progress in acquiring fundamentals of graphic design and designing a layout. Presentation of notebook containing seven projects, participation in class activities/discussions, and a final test comprise the requirements for the course.
7 projects, each 100 points will be evaluated on the following criteria:
Synthesizing and following instructions accurately.
Aptness of computer graphic design/illustration
Original and aesthetic value of design/illustration
Notebook or summaries of required readings
7 projects- 700 points
Notebook- 100 points
Class participation 100 points
Final 100 points
1000 points Total
Academic Integrity
NCCC expects
every student to demonstrate ethical behavior with regard to academic
pursuits. Academic integrity in
coursework is a specific requirement.
Definitions, examples, and possible consequences for violations of
Academic Integrity, as well as the appeals process, can be found in the College
Catalog, Student Handbook, and/or Code of Student Conduct and Discipline.
900-1000 A
800- 899 B
700- 799 C
600- 699 D
Below 600 F
Absences
that occur due to students participating in official college activities are
excused except in those cases where outside bodies, such as the State Board of
Nursing, have requirements for minimum class minutes for each student. Students
who are excused will be given reasonable opportunity to make up any missed work
or receive substitute assignments from the instructor and should not be
penalized for the absence. Proper
procedure should be followed in notifying faculty in advance of the student’s
planned participation in the event.
Ultimately it is the student’s responsibility to notify the instructor
in advance of the planned absence.
Unless
students are participating in a school activity or are excused by the instructor, they are expected to attend
class. If a student’s absences exceed
one-hundred (100) minutes per credit
hour for the course or, in the case
of on-line or other non-traditional courses, the student is inactive for
one-eighth of the total course duration, the instructor has the right, but is
not required, to withdraw a student from the course. Once the student has been dropped for
excessive absences, the registrar’s office will send a letter to the student,
stating that he or she has been dropped.
A student may petition the chief academic officer for reinstatement by
submitting a letter stating valid reasons for the absences within one week of
the registrar’s notification. If the
student is reinstated into the class, the instructor and the registrar will be
notified.
Cell Phone Policy
Student cell phones and pagers must be turned off during class times. Faculty may approve an exception for special circumstances.
Pre- and post- commercial art formatted exam will be administered and comparisons drawn therein used to determine knowledge and techniques of graphic design.
Note:
Information and statements in this document are subject to change at the discretion of NCCC. Changes will be published in writing and made available to students.
NOTE:
If
you are a student with a disability who may need accommodation(s) under the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please notify the Director of Advising and Counseling, Chanute Campus, Student
Union, 620-431-2820 ext 280 or the Dean,
Ottawa Campus, 785-242-2607 ext 312, as soon as possible. You will need to bring your documentation for
review in order to determine reasonable accommodations, and then we can assist
you in arranging any necessary accommodations.