Course Syllabus

Two-Dimensional Design

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Course Description

This course explores the principles of successful two-dimensional design as required for creative art, advertising, and preparation of other printed materials. Emphasis will be on the dynamics of design and the solution of problems in composition, line, shape, texture, and value through experiments using various mediums and materials.

Essential Objectives

1. Apply two-dimensional elements of art (line, shape, value, color, texture, form, and space) and principles of design (balance, contrast, emphasis, movement, pattern, rhythm, and unity/variety) in a variety of projects.
2. Explore a variety of wet and dry design mediums.
3. Employ vocabulary of elements of art and principles of design when describing an example of fine art or communication design.
4. Compare and contrast examples of two-dimensional design, evaluating their relative success in solving design problems.
5. Examine, discuss, and critique two-dimensional design that includes the art/design historical, social, and cultural context with emphasis on the impact of global and/or cultural diversity on the development of two-dimensional design.
6. Design and complete individual projects.
7. Create a portfolio of design projects and display finished works in a professional manner.

Required Technology

More information on general computer and internet recommendations is available on the CCV IT Support page. https://support.ccv.edu/general/computer-recommendations/

Please see CCV's Digital Equity Statement (pg. 45) to learn more about CCV's commitment to supporting all students access the technology they need to successfully finish their courses.

Required Textbooks and Resources

This course only uses free Open Educational Resources (OER) and/or library materials. For details, see the Canvas Site for this class.

Methods

In this class we will be exploring the elements of design (things that are parts of images like line, shape, and color) and the principles of design (how we arrange and use those elements to make our image "work").

During class we will have discussions, watch videos and demonstrations, explore materials and media, and share our work. Outside of class, you will continue to explore ideas in your sketchbook, complete larger projects, and reflect on what you learn. This class does not require drawing or other art skills.

NOTE: all assignments for this class will be submitted through Canvas. Therefore, all students must have the ability to photograph their work and upload it to canvas. Photos taken on a smart phone are acceptable.

Evaluation Criteria

Each week students will engage in learning, discussion, and practice during class. Outside of class, students will develop project ideas in their sketchbook, complete the project, and reflect on the process. There will also be a final portfolio project. These are weighted in the students grade as follows:

• class participation 20%
• sketchbook 20%
• projects 30%
• reflections 10%
• final portfolio 20%

Grading Criteria

CCV Letter Grades as outlined in the Evaluation System Policy are assigned according to the following chart:

	High	Low
A+	100	98
A	Less than 98	93
A-	Less than 93	90
B+	Less than 90	88
B	Less than 88	83
B-	Less than 83	80
C+	Less than 80	78
C	Less than 78	73
C-	Less than 73	70
D+	Less than 70	68
D	Less than 68	63
D-	Less than 63	60
F	Less than 60
P	100	60
NP	Less than 60	0

Weekly Schedule

Attendance Policy

Regular attendance and participation in classes are essential for success in and are completion requirements for courses at CCV. A student's failure to meet attendance requirements as specified in course descriptions will normally result in a non-satisfactory grade.

• In general, missing more than 20% of a course due to absences, lateness or early departures may jeopardize a student's ability to earn a satisfactory final grade.
• Attending an on-ground or synchronous course means a student appeared in the live classroom for at least a meaningful portion of a given class meeting. Attending an online course means a student posted a discussion forum response, completed a quiz or attempted some other academically required activity. Simply viewing a course item or module does not count as attendance.
• Meeting the minimum attendance requirement for a course does not mean a student has satisfied the academic requirements for participation, which require students to go above and beyond simply attending a portion of the class. Faculty members will individually determine what constitutes participation in each course they teach and explain in their course descriptions how participation factors into a student's final grade.

Accessibility Services for Students with Disabilities:

1. Provide disability documentation to the Accessibility Coordinator at your academic center. https://ccv.edu/discover-resources/students-with-disabilities/
2. Request an appointment to meet with accessibility coordinator to discuss your request and create an accommodation plan.
3. Once created, students will share the accommodation plan with faculty. Please note, faculty cannot make disability accommodations outside of this process.

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