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Electronic Design I (ACP) 836
Overview

TIME FRAME:
GRADE: 9-12
CONTACT:

         MAP LEVEL:

01.4 THE ARTS - VISUAL ART --- 01.4.2.9.1 --- 01.4.5.9.3 --- 01.4.6.9.3 --- 01.4.6.9.4 --- 01.4.1.9.1
04.2 LRIT - COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY --- 04.2.1.9.1 --- 04.2.3.9.1 --- 04.2.4.9.1 --- 04.2.5.9.8
03.0 LANGUAGE ARTS --- 03.0.2.9.1 --- 03.0.1.9.1



1. What are the qualities of Graphic Design?
2. How does the software and technology influence the creative process?
3. How is technology used in graphic design?
4. What makes good design?
5. How does the designer communicate with his or her audience?



This course emphasizes learning the effective/efficient use of graphics software: Illustrator and Photoshop, applying the elements of design in creating visual images, learning hand-construction techniques: measuring,cutting, and pasting, learning the visual and emotional qualities of color, learning about the history of graphic design and visual communication, learning effective presentation skills, learning the anatomy and expressive qualities of typography, learning the Photoshop program, and learning the Illustrator program.



When creating visual images for communication of ideas, students will develop the ability to:
-- use modern graphics software (Illustrator and Photoshop) effectively and efficiently,
-- apply the elements of design,
-- demonstrate an understanding of hand-building techniques: measuring,cutting and pasting,
-- apply the visual and emotional qualities of color,
-- demonstrate an understanding of the history of graphic design and visual communication,
-- exhibit effective presentation skills,
-- identify the anatomy and expressive qualities of typography.



All students will:

-- demonstrate an understanding of the creative process,
-- demonstrate an understanding of the uses of Illustrator and Photoshop software,
-- demonstrate an understanding of the use of scanners, digital cameras, and printers,
-- demonstrate an understanding of the use of color in visual design,
-- demonstrate an understanding of the anatomy and use of typography in communicating ideas,
-- demonstrate an understanding of the elements and principles of art,
-- demonstrate an understanding of cutting, measuring, and gluing techniques,
-- demonstrate an understanding of good visual design,
-- review careers in visual graphics and communication,
-- recieve feedback on their own artwork.
-- be involved in group discussions of their work,
-- be required to communicate ideas through writing,
-- be instructed on effective presentation of their work to a group.



1. Homework is used as a formative and summative evaluation tool.
2. Quizzes and tests are used to access concrete information such as vocabulary, equipment use, and procedures.
3. Project evaluations may take the form of group critiques, rating scales, checklists, written evaluations, and teacher interviews.
4. A portfolio demonstrates skills learned and personal, aesthetic growth. The body of work stands as a visual record of the creative process experienced throughout the semester.
5. Group discussions give insight into the creative process and problem solving, providing an avenue for learning, how to talk about art, how to view art, and how to improve one's skills.



field trips to local art colleges and art museums
guest speakers for communication arts and higher education options.
applications for state and national design competitions



Equipment:

one fully equipped, up-to-date Macintosh computer system per student
one computer system for the teacher with additional RAM, processor speed, and --storage to handle the course requirements
one digital projector system for presentation
up to four, efficient color printers with abilities to print sizes up to 24X34"
three digital scanners
three, 5+ megapixel digital cameras
other hands-on building equipment for cutting and pasting.



Prerequisite courses are: Art 1