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Art 140B – Introduction to Graphic Design 2011

INSTRUCTOR: Carter LeBlanc CONTACT: carterleblanc@rcn.com


Lesson website http://baumgraphicsart.blogspot.com/

COURSE OBJECTIVE:

Computer Graphics I introduces the study of basic to intermediate graphic design. Students will learn techniques utilizing a
modern computer lab with the latest Adobe software suite used by graphic designers in the industry today. The class offers a
hands-on learning atmosphere. The “in class” exercises and take home projects facilitate applicable skills for designers and the
foundation for a career in graphic design for continuing students.

COURSE INFORMATION:

Credits: 3
th
Schedule: Monday evenings from 6:30-9:30. January 10 – April 23rd

GRADING POLICY:

Attendance is extremely important and will affect the student’s grade. Unexcused absences will result in a failure of the weekly
grade. Missed assignments must be completed on the student’s own time.

Take home assignments must be completed by the due date. Late submissions may affect your grade.

Students will be required to complete in class exercises. Participation is essential for visual and interactive learning.
Constructive, applicable dialogue among students in encouraged. A weekly grade will be given for successful completion of
in-class exercises.

Weekly in Class Exercises 20% 90-100 A


Graded Projects 50% 80-89 B
Final Project 20% 70-79 C
Class Participation 10% 60-69 D
50-59 F

ATTENDANCE POLICY:

You will be removed from this course if you miss more than three classes during a semester. This does not constitute an
official withdraw from the course. Students who do not follow up with a completed withdraw form from LCCC Enrollment
Services risk receiving a failing grade for the course. Excused absences are accepted with a note from a doctor or employer.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. You are required to bring a blank sketchbook. Taking notes is essential for memorizing computer keyboard shortcuts
and steps to memorizing a procedure. Your designs must start off as original artwork. This is often easiest when
started on paper, scanned in and then-digitized.

2. Storage Device (pen drive, external hard drive, or a CD ROM)

3. If you do not own the software used in this class-you will have to take advantage of out-of-class lab hours listed on
the front door of the classroom.

The Baum School of Art | 510 Linden Street Allentown, PA 18105 | www.baumschool.org | 610-433-0032

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