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120 Electronic Design II (ACP) 836
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300 1. What are the qualities of Graphic Design?
300 2. What are advanced methods of image manipulation with Photoshop and Illustrator?
300 3. How do designers use images and typography to communicate with their audiences?
300 4. What is the procedure to develop a client-to-designer relationship?
300 5. What are effective paper construction techniques?
400 This course emphasizes learning effective/efficient use of graphics software: Illustrator and Photoshop, applying the elements of design in creating visual images, learning hand-building techniques: measuring,cutting and pasting, learning the visual and emotional qualities of color, learning about the history of graphic design and visual communication, exhibiting effective presentation skills, and learning the anatomy and expressive qualities of typography.
500 When creating visual images for communication of ideas, students will develop the ability to:
500 -- use modern graphics software (Illustrator and Photoshop) effectively and efficiently,
500 -- apply the elements of design,
500 -- demonstrate an understanding of hand-building techniques: measuring,cutting, and pasting,
500 -- apply the visual and emotional qualities of color,
500 -- demonstrate an understanding of  the history of graphic design and visual communication,
500 -- show effective presentation skills,
500 -- identify the anatomy and expressive qualities of typography. 
600 All students will:
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600 -- be instructed on the creative process,
600 -- be instructed on the use of Illustrator and Photoshop software,
600 -- be instructed on the use of scanners, digital cameras, and printers,
600 -- be instructed on the use of color in visual design, 
600 -- be instructed on the anatomy and use of typography in communicating ideas,
600 -- be instructed on the elements and principles of art,
600 -- be instructed on cutting, measuring, and gluing techniques,
600 -- be exposed to examples of good visual design,
600 -- be introduced to careers in visual graphics and communication,
600 -- recieve feedback on their own artwork,
600 -- be involved in group discussions of their work,
600 -- be required to communicate ideas through writing,
600 -- be instructed on the effective presentation of their work to a group,
600 -- be instructed on effective communication between client and designer.
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700 1. Homework is used as a formative and summative evaluation tool.
700 2. Quizzes and tests are used to access concrete information such as vocabulary, equipment use, and procedures.
700 3. Project evaluations may take the form of group critiques, rating scales, checklists, written evaluations, and teacher interviews.
700 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.
700 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.
800 field trips to local art colleges and art museums
800 guest speakers for communication arts and higher education options
800 interaction with the school community for visual projects
800 applications for state and national design competitions
820 Equipment: 
820 One fully equiped, up-to-date Macintosh computer system per student
820 One computer system for the teacher with additional RAM, processor speed, and storage to handle the course requirements
820 One digital projector system for presentation
820 Up to four, efficient color printers with abilities to print sizes up to 24X34"
820 Three digital scanners
820 Three, 5+ megapixel digital cameras
820 Other hands-on building equipment for cutting and pasting
840 Prerequisite courses are: Art 1 and Electronic Design 1
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840 Course description:
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840 Design 2 builds on individuals' software skills and creative problem-solving abilities.  Projects include a broad range of assignments including: self-portraits, artist/client relationships, packaging design, editorial illustration and advanced software techniques.  Development of creativity and problem-solving techniques is an important part of the students' development.