Syllabus
Fall 2018 Design 2
Thomas Everett Green
Office
hours: Before or After Class or by appointment
E-mail:
thomas.e.green@seattlecolleges.edu
Phone: (615) 474-6511 Call or text
Course Description
This course concentrates on the basics
of three-dimensional design with an emphasis on compositional awareness,
aesthetic sensitivity, visual literacy, utilization of space and most
importantly problem solving. You will be asked to examine, analyze and interact
with three-dimensional space through a series of design problems created to
introduce the formal components of three-dimensional design.
In addition to
introducing formal design strategies, the course emphasizes content issues and
the historical and cultural context in which works of art are produced. Regular
slide lectures and critiques are structured informally to encourage dialogue
and to provide you and your colleagues with an opportunity to translate visual
evidence into words.
Student
Outcomes/Competencies: The problems that you
will complete this semester will relate to the Elements of design: line,
shape/form, texture, illusion of space, illusion of motion, value, color as
well as the Principles of Design: unity, emphasis/focal point,
scale/proportion, balance, and rhythm. The primary focus of this class is to
get a basic overview of these formal elements, with a minimal focus on
content/conceptual work. You will be given instructions for each problem. You
will be expected to challenge yourself to express your creativity and
craftsmanship within the specific limits of each assignment. Reading and
homework will be supplementary material and will not be the same as work done
in class.
The objective of the class
is to develop perceptual and conceptual abilities in such a way as to prepare
the student for the more personal, creative endeavors to come. 3-D
Design is a base to build on and should give the student experience, which will
inform and influence all future studio courses. After the class, the
student will demonstrate the ability to:
• explain the design process from problem identification to
deliverable
• identify the principles of design
• identify the elements of design
• demonstrate understanding of positive/negative space,
completion, closure,
and other Gestalt-related principles
• effectively present and defend design during project
presentation
• contribute to a design in a team setting
• describe various design-related job titles and roles, and the
process of client
interaction
• use techniques to enhance creativity
• demonstrate ability to analyze the job market: this course meets
the
global outcome of Critical Thinking
Professional
Practices Outcomes:
- Students
will demonstrate the ability to write an artist statement
- Students
will demonstrate the ability to document their work
- Students
will demonstrate the ability to research to stay current in their field
Attendance
policy
-
Attendance will count as 200 points in this class. Not only will you lose points by being
absent, but you will miss the explanation of important information given in
lectures, and you will miss the opportunity to interact directly with your
peers and instructor. You are paying to
be here. The most important thing you can
do to be successful in college is showing up to class. All students will work
for the entire class period. Students
should not leave the classroom unless they are excused to conduct research or
by permission of the instructor.
Excessive talking, walking about or leaving the room might result in an
absence for the class period.
- If you
are having trouble with the course or have problems outside the class that are
affecting your performance please talk
to me about it so that we can work out a solution. Do not wait until it is too late. I will be glad to help you in any way I can.
If you miss class or an assignment because,
ask your peers for the assignment and notes.
“Motivation is when your dreams put on work clothes.”
-Author Unknown
Grades:
- Grades
will always be viewable on Canvas.
I do my best to get projects graded as soon as possible.
- Each
assignment will be collected on a specific due date. Persons not handing in work on time will be
penalized one full grade. The work will
be graded and returned as soon as possible.
At times it may be necessary for me to hold some of the drawings for
exhibitions or photographing.
- All
homework may be re-worked for a better grade.
In-class drawings may not be re-worked.
- Final
grades reflect accomplishment in three areas: projects (60%), sketchbook(20%),
and class attendance/(20%)
- Final grades will
be determined by:
- Completion of all assignments.
- Consistency of effort
- Development of skills in seeing
and thinking.
- Presentation and craftsmanship.
- Participation in critiques and
discussions
- Craftsmanship
LETTER GRADE NUMERIC GRADE LETTER GRADE NUMERIC GRADE
A 4.0 - 3.9 C 2.1 - 1.9
A – 3.8 - 3.5 C – 1.8 - 1.5
B + 3.4 - 3.2 D + 1.4 - 1.2
B 3.1 - 2.9 D 1.1 - 1.0
B – 2.8 - 2.5 F 0.0
C + 2.4 - 2.2
Non-Traditional Grading Options:
* I — Incomplete. Indicates that the student performed at a passing level, completed
most of the course requirements, and intends to make up the missing work. An
Incomplete is given only at the discretion of the instructor when the student
has attended regularly, done satisfactory work, and furnished satisfactory
proof to the instructor that the work cannot be completed because of illness or
other circumstances beyond the student's control. * NC — No Credit.
Indicates that the student did not fulfill the requirements for receiving an
"S" grade, an "N" grade or a numerical grade in the course.
A student in good standing may request an "NC" symbol from the
instructor prior to the final examination, granted at the instructor's
discretion. After an "NC" is issued, the course may be repeated no
more than one (1) more time. An "NC" does not affect a student's GPA
but may affect a student’s financial aid or visa status.
Evaluation Rubrics and/or Grading Approach –
Evaluation rubrics are assessment tools used to measure students' work. There
will be a rubric available for each assignment.
Course Withdrawal: If you decide to drop this
course for any reason, and you do not wish your current grade to appear on your
transcript, it is your responsibility to officially withdraw with the
Registrar’s office by the dates listed in the South Seattle College catalog.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and
Assessments Note to instructor: Visit http://www.southseattle.edu/programs/officialcourseoutlines.htm for current course outlines that list applicable SLOs. Delete all that
do not apply to this course.
Sketchbook
Guidelines
You are
required to keep a sketchbook for this class. Think of your sketchbook as a
visual journal of your ideas, work, lecture notes and artist research. Make
your sketchbook your own!
Sketchbook
should be 9x12 spiral with a heavier weight paper. Include syllabus and any
other handouts given in class
-Include sketches, notes and other reference
material for each project. I will talk more about the sketchbook as
class moves forward.
Documentation
Guidelines You are required to keep a visual log of your work for this
class. As mentioned before, you will be assessed on how well you document your
work as well as follow directions. You will need to use a camera and not your
phone to take your images. We will have a demonstration that will go through
this process.
-Photograph your work when you finish each project -Take
clear visible images
-Crop and center images
-Label each image with assignment
name.
-Make sure each image is the same size.
-You will need to save your
images in a folder labeled with your name
-You will burn your folder onto a
disk or jump drive
-You will turn in the disk or jump drive at the end of the
semester to be part of your final grade.
MATERIALS:
Materials
for this quarter will be assigned as a “by project” basis. I will try and keep the cost of materials to
a minimum. Projects you will be making
in this class will include:
Foam
core or Cardboard
Wire
Paint
Found
materials
Clay
and Styrofoam.
“If you always
put limits on everything you do, physical or anything else. It will spread into
your work and into your life. There are no limits. There are only plateaus, and
you must not stay there, you must go beyond them.”-Bruce Lee
General Requirements:
- All
EPA/OSHA regulations that apply will be observed in this class. This is required of all students.
-Please
consider the safety of the materials you are using and with considerations for
those around you.
“All the effort in the world won't matter if you're not
inspired.”-Chuck Palahniuk
STUDENT RESOURCES
* Tutoring: South Seattle College is
committed to the success of its diverse student population. Academic support,
drop-in centers, small group tutoring and online tutoring are available to
ensure that students get the help they need and are able to complete their educational
goals. All tutoring is free of charge. The college has several centers that are
open during the week, evenings, and weekends. All of the centers have
experienced, trained tutors available as well as computers with printing
capability. Tutors offer encouragement, flexible schedules, clear explanations,
and help
students develop good study skills. For more
information, please visit: http://www.southseattle.edu/tutoring/Default.aspx
* Math Tutoring: Drop in help for
students needing assistance in developmental math courses are available in the
Math and Learning Lab (MALL) located in LIB 215/216. Help with college-level
math and science classes is available in the Math and Science Center (MAST)
located in RSB 18.
* Writing Center: You can find
additional writing help at South Seattle Writing Center in LIB 215. There, you
will find FREE assistance to help you successfully complete your writing
assignments for this course. In addition to writing workshops, you can also
sign up to work with a tutor one-on-one to help you through all stages of the
writing process--from understanding your assignment, to outlining, to the
revision and refinement stages of paper writing process. For more information,
please visit: http://www.southseattle.edu/tutoring/writing-center.aspx.
* Northwest E-Tutoring Consortium: An
online-only service. Their e-writing lab allows students to submit a draft of
one’s paper to a tutor, ask for specific feedback, and receive a tutor’s
response within 24-28 hours. Additional services such as live tutoring via chat
and an e-questions discussion board are available for interested students as
well. Visit http://www.southseattle.edu/tutoring/online.aspx for more information.
* Computer Labs: There are computers
at various locations on campus, including the Library and Writing Center. If you
do not have a computer or printer of your own, arrange to use these public
resources well before an assignment is due. Visit http://www.southseattle.edu/computer-labs/ for hours and locations.
* The WALL (Writing and Learning Lab).
Similar to the Writing Center, but more focused on grammar and mechanics. This
is a great place to meet students and create study groups. Located in RSB 16.
* Academic Accommodations: SSC’s
Disability Support Services serves students with a wide array of learning
challenges and disabilities. If you are a student who has a physical or mental
limitation for which you have documentation or have seen someone for treatment
and if you feel you may need accommodations in order to be successful in
college, please contact the Disability Support Service’s office at Robert Smith
Building, room 12, or call (206) 934-5137. Any contacts and/or information will
remain strictly confidential. For more information, please visit: http://www.southseattle.edu/disability-services/
* Religious Accommodations: Students
are entitled to two days of excused absences per academic year for reasons of
faith or conscience or for organized activities conducted by a religious
organization. These absences will not affect your grade, but it is your
responsibility to inform your instructor about the planned absence and to make
arrangements to complete the course work for those days. You must request the
excused absence two weeks’ prior to the date of the absence. If you wish to
request an absence for reasons of faith or conscience, you may obtain a form
and guidelines for completing the form from the division office in UNI.
* Campus emergencies: If you want to
know whether or not the campus has closed due to snow, ice, or any other
reason, you can: * check the website at http://www.southseattle.edu/campus-information/closure.aspx * check http://flashalert.net
* call the school’s main number (206)
934-5300 for a recorded message
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
(e.g. lab safety policies, field trip
information, etc. as appropriate) – lab classes must include
* Lab Safety instructions and requirements
* Indication that lab waiver form will need
to be signed and submitted (note that these forms are in the Academic Programs
Canvas shell)
COURSE POLICIES
IMPORTANT STATEMENTS
South Seattle Community College is one of the
most diverse colleges in the Pacific Northwest. While this strength stems from
the demographics of our campus population, we as a community believe our
identity goes beyond that. We strive to create a welcoming learning community
for all. We encourage multiple perspectives and the free exchange of unbiased
and non-prejudicial ideas and experiences, which broaden our understanding of
one another and the world around us. The expectation is that you will join us
in this endeavor by contributing to an accessible, safe, and respectful
classroom environment, free of discrimination and harassment. If you are
offended, hurt or made to feel unsafe by something that either another student
does or says, please let me know. In the same way, please let me know if you
are offended, hurt, or made to feel unsafe by something I say or do. It is my
intention to ensure this classroom is a safe place for all. Visit http://www.southseattle.edu/campus-information/equal-opportunity.aspx to learn more about the college’s efforts to create and foster an
inclusive campus community.
* Equal Opportunity Statement: South
Seattle College is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity
for all its students and does not discriminate on the basis of race or
ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, gender,
sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disabled veteran status,
political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted
immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical,
sensory, or mental disability, except where a disability may impede performance
at an acceptable level. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for
known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with
disabilities.
* Title IX Statement: South Seattle
College is committed to fostering a safe, productive learning environment.
Title IX and our school policy (per WAC 132F-121-110) prohibit discrimination
on the basis of sex, which regards sexual misconduct — including harassment,
domestic and dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. We understand that
sexual violence can undermine students’ academic success and we encourage
students who have experienced some form of sexual misconduct to talk to someone
about their experience, so they can get the support they need. You can reach
out to me, or any of the following you feel most comfortable with:
* Counselors, 206.934.6409, for appointments
* Linda Manning, Director of HR, South Seattle
College 206.934.6415, Linda.Manning@seattlecolleges.edu
* District Compliance Officer 206.934.3873
* Campus Security, 206.934.0911
ALL reports are handled with utmost consideration
* Mandatory Reporting: As an instructor, one of my responsibilities is to help create a safe
learning environment on our campus, and I also have a mandatory reporting
responsibility. It is my goal that you feel able to share information related
to your life experiences in classroom discussions, in your written work, and in
our one-on-one meetings. I will seek to keep information you share private to
the greatest extent possible. However, I am required to share information
regarding sexual misconduct or information about a crime that may have occurred
on South’s campus with the Title IX Coordinator. ALL reports are handled with
utmost care and sensitivity.
Please see Campus Information web page at http://www.southseattle.edu/student-resources/policies-issues-rights.aspx to learn more about campus policies, procedures and rights on these
issues.
* Emergency Preparedness
In case of an Earthquake: Duck, hold, and
cover-don’t run.
In case of an active shooter: Run, hide,
fight.
LAST, but
not least. Harassment of any kind is not and will not be allowed in this or any of
my other classes, EVER! Please be
kind to others and help contribute to community with your thoughts, ideas, and
findings on the process. Let’s make
some art and have some fun.
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