Foundations in New Media and Design I

Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

• Demonstrating proficiency in applying various design elements in creating strong visual concepts/language within the context of your work.
• Utilization of specific design-related terminology.
• Proficiency in operating lab equipment. (i.e. computers, scanners, printers, cameras…)
• Strong visual communication skills conveying ideas and information in easily read or viewable formats.
• Heightened cross-discipline artist/designer exposure.
• Connecting coursework with personal artistic pursuits.

Course Grading Information:

Activity/Performance Measure	Percentage/Points
Three Formal Assignments (20 points each)	60 points
Four Informal Exercises (5 points each)	20 points
Attendance	10%
Participation	10%

Attendance/Participation:

Attendance, punctuality and participation are essential to your success as a student. During class, valuable information will be covered. You are expected to attend every class, and attendance will be taken each class. The bulk of classroom activity will be devoted to working on class projects. It is beneficial to attend class. Students are responsible for all information and assignments presented during the lab. It is the responsibility of the student to inform the instructor if they enter the classroom after attendance has been recorded. You will be permitted three absences with no effect on your grade. Further abuse of the attendance policy by the student will result in grading penalties. After three absences your grade will be reduced by one step (example A to A-). Please note that three late marks equal one absence. Failure to attend class will not be tolerated. Excessive absenteeism will result in a failing grade for the course. An excused absence is usually for medical reasons and requires a doctor’s note. In case of other kinds of “emergencies,” see me.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

• Bristol Paper 11in x 14in
• Tracing Paper 11in x 14in
• Drawing, Smooth Surface 18in x 24in
• Compressed Charcoal
• Sharpies Fine Point - Black
• Sharpies Ultra Fine Point - Black
• India ink
• Assorted Watercolor Brushes
• 12in 30-60-90-Degree Aluminum Drafting Triangle
• 24in (60cm) Stainless Steel Ruler – Non-Skid Cork Backing
• X-ACTO #1 Craft Knife, with Safety Cap, #11 Fine Point Blade
• X-ACTO #11 Classic Fine Point Replacement Blades, Pack of 40
• Mechanical Pencils
• Blue Painters Tape 1 Inch
• Glue Stick
• Source Images
• Paint Set - Discussed in class
• Brushes Varied Sizes
• White Plate
• Cups for Water
• Black Canson Paper
• Magazine/ Other Image Source