SYLLABUS GRAPHIC DESIGN 1
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Graphic Design 1 is a CTE (Career Technical Education) course that introduces and emphasizes the development of professional design skills in visual communication, graphic design and layout. The course incorporates project-based learning and is constructed so that each unit builds and prepares the student to be applied in subsequent units. A rigorous framework of reading, writing, class discussion and design exercises enable each student to master a foundation of techniques and skills they apply to assigned projects using page-layout or image-editing software. Students will learn the principles and elements of visual design; they will acquire an awareness and appreciation for contemporary design in today’s global environment, and learn to value the nuances of graphic communication. The course objective is to enable unique and effective, critical and creative problem solving skills to organize students for an entry-level career or for more advanced studies in graphic communications that concentrate on topics introduced in this course.
OBJECTIVES
The objective of this class is to become proficient in the technical competencies of digital imaging software while demonstrating artistic skills through the production of aesthetically effective and compelling graphics. The portfolio of work that students develop will demonstrate a broad range of industry related skills. An understanding of both the technical and artistic/aesthetic implication of the medium utilized is articulated.
As a result of taking this class, you should be able to:
MISSION VISTA HIGH SCHOOL FINE ARTS CREDIT
Students who successfully complete CTE Graphic Design 1 will receive fine art credit, which can be used to fulfill A-G graduation requirements. Graphic Design is aligned with the National Core Art Standards, California Common Core State Standards, CTE Model Curriculum Standards and CTE Arts, Media and Entertainment (AME) pathway standards.
CTE CERTIFIED COMPETENCY BASED COURSE
CTE Graphic Design 1 is a certificated course listed under the Arts, Media and Entertainment Industry sector of the Career Technical Education Standards. Upon successful completion of the course with a passing grade, each student will receive a Career Technical Education Certificate of Competency issued from VUSD – CTE.
EARN TRANSFERABLE COLLEGE CREDIT WHILE IN HIGH SCHOOL
The University of California recognizes credits earned for these courses toward Fine Arts requirements. Students must start a transcript at Palomar College (free service) to have the 3 units of transferable college credit awarded. Students to not have to attend Palomar to receive UC - F credit, but they must enroll during spring semester and receive and A or B in the course. Graphic Design 1 is Articulated with GCIP 105 at Palomar College.
INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS AND/OR STRATEGIES
PROJECTS & ASSIGNMENTS
Projects and assignments will be assigned throughout the course and will be both individually driven and require group collaboration. Projects and Assignments will directly support the development of technical skills related to course subjects including, but not limited to:
GRADING
Students should demonstrate a consistent effort, have innovative ideas, complete their work on time and show that they are dedicated to creating quality work. Designs should demonstrate that the elements of art and principles of design were thoughtfully employed. Techniques are progressively introduced and developed during the course, allowing each student the opportunity to develop their own style of accomplishing a visual solution. Students will receive a grade for work completed during each progress report period. Points will be deducted for late work. A cumulative grade is assigned at the end of the semester.
Work will be reviewed and graded based on:
Students earn points per finished exercise assignment or project. Students also earn points toward final grades based on:
A = 90-100 All major and minor goals achieved. ALL assignments are turned in on time.
B = 80-89 All major goals achieved; some minor ones not.
C = 70 – 79 All major goals achieved; many minor ones not.
D = 60 – 69 A few major goals achieved, but student is not prepared for advanced work
F = 0 – 59 None of the major goals achieved. Most assignments are turned in late or not at all.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Regular and prompt class attendance is an essential part of the educational experience. I will be
Enforcing the Mission Vista High School attendance policy. Students will accept full responsibility for ensuring their work does not suffer because of absences. All students are expected to attend every scheduled class on time. Exceptions may be made for illness and valid Emergencies.
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
PLAGIARISM, CHEATING, AND ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Plagiarism is the practice of copying words, sentences, or ideas for use in written or oral assessments without giving proper credit to the source. Cheating is defined as the giving or receiving of illegal help on anything that has been determined by the teacher to be an individual effort. Both are considered serious offenses and will significantly affect your course grade. Please refer to the Student Code of Conduct booklet for additional information.
CELL PHONE POLICY
Cell Phones and headphones/earbuds may only be used when directed to use by the instructor for educational purposes such as research or taking photos to incorporate into design comps. They may not be used in class to make calls, text, snapchat, browse blocked sites by the district, play games or watch YouTube. See the Student Handbook for further clarification. Consequences of violating this policy are as follows:
1st Offense Device will be confiscated until the end of class.
2nd Offense Device will be confiscated until the end of the school day.
3rd Offense Device will be turned over to administration.
SUPPLIES
You will need a Sketchbook, highlighter, pencils/erasers and multi-colored pens.
Recommended materials & supplies, but not required:
SOCIAL MEDIA GUIDELINES/PARENT PERMISSION FOR STUDENT PARTICIPATION
To help students develop their reading and writing skills as well as cultivate our understanding of diverse, real world examples of designers in related fields, Studio 903 students will use a variety of social media applications via the internet. When students are able to safely share their ideas with an audience broader than just Studio 903, they often discover their voice and become even more motivated to learn, communicate and share their ideas effectively with others.
We often hear negative stories in the mainstream media about the ways young people use the Internet and Social Media websites. One of the reasons we will participate in some collaborative social media projects is to help students learn through experiences, ways to safely use the internet to share information and collaborate with a real world audience.
Planned Activities: We are planning to use several different social media tools to engage students in the safe observation and collect information and share their own work and ideas with others. Websites & Apps we will use include: Google Classroom, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, YouTube, Linked In, Weebly and Adobe Spark.
I encourage you to review all the classroom activities, projects and assignments provided to your student. Projects may be shared privately with other classes over the Internet, with parents, and also may be shared publicly on the Internet. To protect student privacy and ensure safety throughout all projects we will:
If you have questions about our projects, please contact me via email at [email protected]
▢ YES, my child has permission to participate in teacher-moderated, Internet-based social media projects. My child my share their work on the Internet and participate in the planned collaborative activities outlined here.
▢ NO, my child does not have permission to participate in these activities.
I have read and understand the course description, Studio 903 policies and the Social Media Guidelines. Please sign and return as noted below.
Student__________________________________________________ Date________________
Parent___________________________________________________ Date________________
Please sign this document, scan or take a picture of it, post the picture to the Google Classroom assignment & turn it in by due date.
Graphic Design 1 is a CTE (Career Technical Education) course that introduces and emphasizes the development of professional design skills in visual communication, graphic design and layout. The course incorporates project-based learning and is constructed so that each unit builds and prepares the student to be applied in subsequent units. A rigorous framework of reading, writing, class discussion and design exercises enable each student to master a foundation of techniques and skills they apply to assigned projects using page-layout or image-editing software. Students will learn the principles and elements of visual design; they will acquire an awareness and appreciation for contemporary design in today’s global environment, and learn to value the nuances of graphic communication. The course objective is to enable unique and effective, critical and creative problem solving skills to organize students for an entry-level career or for more advanced studies in graphic communications that concentrate on topics introduced in this course.
OBJECTIVES
The objective of this class is to become proficient in the technical competencies of digital imaging software while demonstrating artistic skills through the production of aesthetically effective and compelling graphics. The portfolio of work that students develop will demonstrate a broad range of industry related skills. An understanding of both the technical and artistic/aesthetic implication of the medium utilized is articulated.
As a result of taking this class, you should be able to:
- Work professionally within a design team.
- Identify numerous design careers and careers in the Arts.
- Evaluate designs (your work and others’) for audience, meaning and effectiveness.
- Use the elements and principles of design in a decisive fashion.
- Plan a design project according to a client’s needs.
- Build a design gradually using research, brainstorming & thumbnail sketches.
- Create attractive visual expressions that communicate messages effectively.
- Use color and composition to communicate ideas clearly.
- Use typography effectively in a design.
- Showcase your work in a digital Portfolio.
MISSION VISTA HIGH SCHOOL FINE ARTS CREDIT
Students who successfully complete CTE Graphic Design 1 will receive fine art credit, which can be used to fulfill A-G graduation requirements. Graphic Design is aligned with the National Core Art Standards, California Common Core State Standards, CTE Model Curriculum Standards and CTE Arts, Media and Entertainment (AME) pathway standards.
CTE CERTIFIED COMPETENCY BASED COURSE
CTE Graphic Design 1 is a certificated course listed under the Arts, Media and Entertainment Industry sector of the Career Technical Education Standards. Upon successful completion of the course with a passing grade, each student will receive a Career Technical Education Certificate of Competency issued from VUSD – CTE.
EARN TRANSFERABLE COLLEGE CREDIT WHILE IN HIGH SCHOOL
The University of California recognizes credits earned for these courses toward Fine Arts requirements. Students must start a transcript at Palomar College (free service) to have the 3 units of transferable college credit awarded. Students to not have to attend Palomar to receive UC - F credit, but they must enroll during spring semester and receive and A or B in the course. Graphic Design 1 is Articulated with GCIP 105 at Palomar College.
INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS AND/OR STRATEGIES
- Demonstration/Lecture/Guest Speakers
- Class Discussion/Presentation/Critiques
- PowerPoint/Slide Show
- Video Tutorials
- Directed Reading
- Individual Projects
- Collaborative Projects
PROJECTS & ASSIGNMENTS
Projects and assignments will be assigned throughout the course and will be both individually driven and require group collaboration. Projects and Assignments will directly support the development of technical skills related to course subjects including, but not limited to:
- Definition and History of Graphic Design
- Industry Vocabulary and Tools
- The Pre-Design Process
- Developing Thumbnails, Comps and MockUps
- Layout Basics
- Elements and Principles of Design
- Typography
- Color Theory
- Client Relations
- Messaging and Copy in Design
- Working with Photos & Illustrations
- Personal Branding, logo & business card
- Overview of Paper, Substrates and Printing Process
- Education and Careers
- Final Project – Ad Campaign
GRADING
Students should demonstrate a consistent effort, have innovative ideas, complete their work on time and show that they are dedicated to creating quality work. Designs should demonstrate that the elements of art and principles of design were thoughtfully employed. Techniques are progressively introduced and developed during the course, allowing each student the opportunity to develop their own style of accomplishing a visual solution. Students will receive a grade for work completed during each progress report period. Points will be deducted for late work. A cumulative grade is assigned at the end of the semester.
Work will be reviewed and graded based on:
- Adherence to project guidelines/rubrics
- Quality & Effort
- Creativity and Ingenuity
- Timeliness & Finished work
Students earn points per finished exercise assignment or project. Students also earn points toward final grades based on:
- Classroom Participation & Work Habits
- Creativity, Collaboration, Communication & Critical Thinking
- Self Evaluations/Peer Reviews
- Sketchbook Checkpoints
- Adobe Spark Portfolio and Posts
- Quizzes
- Tests
- Oral Presentations
- Portfolio Prep and Completion
A = 90-100 All major and minor goals achieved. ALL assignments are turned in on time.
B = 80-89 All major goals achieved; some minor ones not.
C = 70 – 79 All major goals achieved; many minor ones not.
D = 60 – 69 A few major goals achieved, but student is not prepared for advanced work
F = 0 – 59 None of the major goals achieved. Most assignments are turned in late or not at all.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Regular and prompt class attendance is an essential part of the educational experience. I will be
Enforcing the Mission Vista High School attendance policy. Students will accept full responsibility for ensuring their work does not suffer because of absences. All students are expected to attend every scheduled class on time. Exceptions may be made for illness and valid Emergencies.
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
- Arrive to class on time
- Be prepared everyday
- Respect your classmates and your teacher
- Give your all, all the time
- Be responsible for your actions
- No eating, drinking permitted in the classroom
PLAGIARISM, CHEATING, AND ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Plagiarism is the practice of copying words, sentences, or ideas for use in written or oral assessments without giving proper credit to the source. Cheating is defined as the giving or receiving of illegal help on anything that has been determined by the teacher to be an individual effort. Both are considered serious offenses and will significantly affect your course grade. Please refer to the Student Code of Conduct booklet for additional information.
CELL PHONE POLICY
Cell Phones and headphones/earbuds may only be used when directed to use by the instructor for educational purposes such as research or taking photos to incorporate into design comps. They may not be used in class to make calls, text, snapchat, browse blocked sites by the district, play games or watch YouTube. See the Student Handbook for further clarification. Consequences of violating this policy are as follows:
1st Offense Device will be confiscated until the end of class.
2nd Offense Device will be confiscated until the end of the school day.
3rd Offense Device will be turned over to administration.
SUPPLIES
You will need a Sketchbook, highlighter, pencils/erasers and multi-colored pens.
Recommended materials & supplies, but not required:
- BIC 4-Color Ball Pen, Medium Point, (1.0 mm), Assorted Ink, 3-Count (for Sketchnotes)/ $3.99 at Walmart
- Pacon Art1st Sketch Diary, 11 x 8 1/2, 60 lb, 70 Sheets, White/$5.37 at Walmart/Walmart.com
SOCIAL MEDIA GUIDELINES/PARENT PERMISSION FOR STUDENT PARTICIPATION
To help students develop their reading and writing skills as well as cultivate our understanding of diverse, real world examples of designers in related fields, Studio 903 students will use a variety of social media applications via the internet. When students are able to safely share their ideas with an audience broader than just Studio 903, they often discover their voice and become even more motivated to learn, communicate and share their ideas effectively with others.
We often hear negative stories in the mainstream media about the ways young people use the Internet and Social Media websites. One of the reasons we will participate in some collaborative social media projects is to help students learn through experiences, ways to safely use the internet to share information and collaborate with a real world audience.
Planned Activities: We are planning to use several different social media tools to engage students in the safe observation and collect information and share their own work and ideas with others. Websites & Apps we will use include: Google Classroom, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, YouTube, Linked In, Weebly and Adobe Spark.
I encourage you to review all the classroom activities, projects and assignments provided to your student. Projects may be shared privately with other classes over the Internet, with parents, and also may be shared publicly on the Internet. To protect student privacy and ensure safety throughout all projects we will:
- Only use student first names, if names used at all in identifying student work and ideas online.
- Not use pictures of individual students identified by full name
- When applicable, students will hold private group chats or comment on the work of other students
If you have questions about our projects, please contact me via email at [email protected]
▢ YES, my child has permission to participate in teacher-moderated, Internet-based social media projects. My child my share their work on the Internet and participate in the planned collaborative activities outlined here.
▢ NO, my child does not have permission to participate in these activities.
I have read and understand the course description, Studio 903 policies and the Social Media Guidelines. Please sign and return as noted below.
Student__________________________________________________ Date________________
Parent___________________________________________________ Date________________
Please sign this document, scan or take a picture of it, post the picture to the Google Classroom assignment & turn it in by due date.