SAN JOSE CITY COLLEGE
Instructor:
Barbara Allie
Corse: COMPUTER GRAPHICS
Class meets: Friday 9:15 AM - 2:20 PM
Class Starts Sept 6 to Dec
19, Room 303
COURSE
DESCRIPTION:
This is a fundamental course using features and functions
inherent within Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and InDesign. Combining
theoretical elements and practical experience in the use of these powerful
digital programs. Students will explore the various functions inherent within
each program. The content of this class will also include basic design
principles and also color theory. This knowledge base should help to prepare
students for more advanced classes in graphic design and other design fields.
CLASS
PROJECTS:
Each class will begin with lecture, demonstration, discussion,
or any combination of the forgoing. There will be at least one project assigned
each week.
THINGS YOU
SHOULD KNOW!
It is very
simple. I expect all of you to be respectful of myself, of your peers
and of the learning environment and to take responsibility for your own
actions and behaviors. Any behavior that interferes with either (1) my ability
to conduct the class or (2) the ability of other students (or yourself) to
profit from the instructional program will not be tolerated.
This
includes:
- Arriving late to
class.
- Disruptive entrances
and exits during lecture, if you must leave early, or arrive late, do so
quietly.
- Sleeping during class.
Stay at home if you want to nap, it’s more comfortable.
- Carrying on personal
conversations while I am lecturing.
- Not turning off cell
phones while in class.
- Text messaging and
reading newspapers during lecture.
Other
important information:
- I do not give extra
credit. Don’t ask.
- I reserve the right to
make changes to my syllabus at any time.
- It is the
responsibility of the student to attend class and keep informed on
any changes or new information given during lecture.
- I will not give you my
lecture notes if you miss class, ask a peer.
- If you miss an exam,
quiz or other assignment, and you have a valid excuse, you must take the
time to come and speak with me IN PERSON. You must bring proof of
your valid excuse with you or I will not even consider your request to
make up the missed work. I will not respond to emails regarding missed due
dates.
- It is the
responsibility of the student to drop classes; I will not drop you after the
first week of class. If you decide you do not want to take this class and
fail to drop, you will receive a grade of WU at the end of the semester.
This grade is the same as an F, but worse because it makes you appear
irresponsible.
* Please
take responsibility for your failures and mistakes as well as your successes by
not making excuses.
COURSE
OBJECTIVES
1. Learn
basic design principles.
2. Demonstrate
an understanding of the terminology, tools, and techniques used in graphic
design production using.
3. Explain
basic concepts function and features when using computer software.
4. Plan and
produce effective computer graphics.
5. Create
basic computer graphic projects to demonstrate software knowledge.
6. Describe
cross platform issues and techniques and file formats for PC and Mac.
STUDENET
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
On successful completion of this course students should be
able to:
- Compare
and understand differences in graphic software packages
- Know
basic features and functions of each software package.
- Articulate
the basic terms used by designers
- Have
a working knowledge of shortcut keys
REQUIRED
COURSE MATERIALS
·
Two (2) digital storage devices
·
One-inch black binder and plastic page protectors.
There are no required
textbooks, however, students are recommended to sign up for Lynda.com (This is
about $25.00 a month)
Point system: 1,000
possible points
BACKUPS
It is the student's responsibility to backup and save all
work. If unable to attend class, it is your responsibility to get the
missing assignments from peers.
FINAL
PROJECT (It is mandatory that you be in attendance during the final
day – no exceptions)
Students are to present examples of their assignments
created during the semester in class. I will discuss this in more detail as the
final draws near. If you are unable to make a final presentation you will have
the option to turn in a six page term paper on a topic approved by instructor
several weeks ahead of due date.
CLASS
PARTICIPATION
Participation grades will be determined by 1) the quality
and quantity of class exercises and course activities completed and 2)
participation in class.
