Design I Class Syllabus

SHARYLAND HIGH SCHOOL

COURSE SYLLABUS

 

 

Course Title:  Design I                    Term:  2015-16                                           Art Dept. 


Teacher:  S. Sala, A. Alvarez, J. Saenz, R. R. Perez III                       Contact:  (956) 580-5300

 

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Course DESCRIPTION:

Design I is an introduction to visual arts and design that stresses the components of visual thinking and visual language underlying design and the fine arts.

Course Curriculum Content/ COURSE OUTLINE

Student Learning outcome

(Some of the lessons may include):

 

I. Introduction to Design

· Explanation of course materials.

· Lecture

o History of Design

o Tools and equipment

II. Painting and Related Techniques

· The choice of the medium and the method by which the color is applied has important effects on the characteristics of the finished work, since each medium has its own limitations and potentials.

 

III. Collage

· In this technique photographs, news clippings or other objects are pasted on the painting surface and may be combined with painted areas.

IV. Drawing

 

· The materials and methods of drawing are the most basic tools of the artist and the designer. Work that is intended to be executed in almost any material

The materials and techniques selected define the forms of visual expression the artist can develop in their work. The various media offer both distinctive limitations and opportunities for the student.

 

Course Objectives: At the end of this course, students should:

 have enhanced their ability to think visually, and communicate ideas in visual ways.

 be familiar with the components of design and fine arts, and be able to use design language to discuss and evaluate designed projects.

 be familiar with the most important media of fine arts and design, and understand the limitations and opportunities offered by various materials and techniques.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

 

· Students may be required to work a minimum of 3 hours per week outside of class.

· Students are required to actively use their sketchbooks.

· Students are required to be on time for all classes.

  • Students are required to be engaged in class discussions and critiques.

Evaluation and Grading

ASSIGNMENTS

GRADE WEIGHTS

GRADING SCALE

Project grade: Your grade will be based on the following:

*Craftsmanship

*Neatness

*Originality

*Effort

 

Class Assessments

- Quizzes , Daily

Work and Critiques ….40%

- Projects/Test…………...60%

Summative Assessments

- 9 Weeks………..……….80%

- Midterm exam……….….20%

 

A (90-100): Superior

· Exceeding requirements of the assignment

B (80-89): Good

· meeting requirements of assignments

C (70-79): Average

· barely meeting requirements of instructor

D (bellow 70): Below average, not passing

· not meeting requirements of instructor

Other Information

ASSESSMENT OF PROJECT OUTCOMES

The student will be assessed in the following areas:

 

CLASS RULES AND POLICIES:

  • The use of the Elements of Design:

The elements are components or parts which can be isolated and defined in any visual design or work of art. They are the structure of the work, and can carry a wide variety of messages.

The elements are: Line, Value, Shape, Form, Space, Texture and Color.

  • The use of the Principles of Design

The Principles are concepts used to organize or arrange the structural elements of design. Again, the way in which these principles are applied affects the expressive content, or the message of the work.

The principles are: Balance, Proportion, Rhythm, Emphasis, Unity, Harmony, Movement and Variety.

 

1. BE PROMPT, BE POLITE, and BE PREPARED AND READY TO WORK.

2. Additional Referral possibilities: Destruction of any student artwork, scratching on desks, throwing objects, stealing art materials, inappropriate use of images/materials.

3. Respect others’ personal art space, artwork and supplies.

4. Attempt all assignments without complaint.

5. Proper use and clean-up of all materials is expected. (Keep personal supplies and artwork in your cubby; put all class supplies back where you got them from, clean your table area daily).

6. No personal grooming, inappropriate dress, electronic devices unless approved.

7. Minor infractions will result in detention before or after school.

8. Follow all other Sharyland High School Policies.

 

CRITIQUES: Toward the end of each project there will be an entire class critique. The critiques are intended for you to respond to your peers work and to your own. It is not a platform for me to speak solely, everyone is to be involved. Learning to analyze one’s own work and the work of others is an extremely important skill for any student/student artist to develop.

 

PAPERS: I must receive your critique papers as hard copies, not as email attachments.  Critique papers will count toward the critique/Quiz portion of your grade. Not handing in a paper will negatively affect this portion of your grade. These papers are intended to offer you a space to share your ideas and viewpoint. There is no need for plagiarism from a catalog, magazine, book, or web resource.

 

The syllabus may be updated as needed throughout the semester.