Winthrop University

College of Visual and Performing Arts

Department of Fine Arts

COURSE SYLLABUS

DATE 08/20/2018 SEMESTER Fall YEAR 2018

COURSE ARTS 102 (000) U G or U for “graduate”
NUMBER or “undergrad” credit
TITLE OF Three-Dimensional Design if 500 level 03
CREDIT HOURS
COURSE
MEETING TIME 3:00 – 6:15 PM DAYS Tuesdays ROOM Rutledge
and 031G
Thursdays

PROFESSOR Dr. Michelle Livek OFFICE 244 PHONE # 3237

Garner McLaurin
E-MAIL livekma@winthrop.edu OFFICE
HOURS
Required text Art Fundamentals: Theory and Practice Ocvirk- Cayton
UNIVERSITY LEVEL Competency 1: Winthrop graduates think critically and solve problems.
COMPETENCIES
Winthrop University graduates reason logically, evaluate and use
evidence, and solve problems. They seek out and assess relevant
information from multiple viewpoints to form well-reasoned
conclusions. Winthrop graduates consider the full context and
consequences of their decisions and continually reexamine their own
critical thinking process, including the strengths and weaknesses of their
arguments.

Competency 2: Winthrop graduates are personally and socially responsible.

Winthrop University graduates value integrity, perceive moral

dimensions, and achieve excellence. They take seriously the
perspectives of others, practice ethical reasoning, and reflect on
experiences. Winthrop graduates have a sense of responsibility to the
broader community and contribute to the greater good.

Competency 4: Winthrop graduates communicate effectively.

Winthrop University graduates communicate in a manner appropriate to

the subject, occasion, and audience. They create texts – including but
not limited to written, oral, and visual presentations – that convey
content effectively. Mindful of their voice and the impact of their
communication, Winthrop graduates successfully express and exchange
ideas.
COURSE CATALOG DESCRIPTION
Comprehensive exploration of form, volume and space involving design, media, tools, and
techniques.
Notes: Offered in fall, spring and summer. Lab Fee: $50
3.000 Credit hours
0.000 Lecture hours
0.000 Lab hours
7.000 Other hours

PREREQUISITES
None

Course Goals In this class we will aspire to:

A. To introduce and explore, through material manipulation, the Principles and Elements of
three-dimensional design.
B. To develop problem-solving skills relative to the sensitive employment of the Principles
and Elements.
C. To introduce and impart an understanding of the vocabulary associated with three-
dimensional design.
D. To expose students to some of the tools and materials associated with object making.
E. To develop a high standard of craftsmanship and presentation.
F. To acquaint students with the process of drawing as it relates to three-dimensional
design.
G. To introduce students to constructive critique procedures and methods of evaluation.
H. To develop oral communication skills.
I. To create an awareness of the scope and nature of three-dimensional design.

Student Learning Outcomes As result of passing this course, students will:

A. Have a working knowledge of Design principles and elements and an ability to apply that
knowledge to problem-solving activities organizing three-dimensional elements into a
well composed form.
B. Have the ability to apply drawing to the creative process of three-dimensional design.
C. Have an ability to speak and/or write logically and constructively about design in
critique, using accepted three-dimensional design concepts and vocabulary.
 D. Have confident use of design tools in applying good craft and presentation to three-
dimensional designs.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

 Creativity: The ideas you come up with for your projects; your development and
refinement of those concepts, and your problem-solving skills.
 Craft: All work must demonstrate a concern for the materials you use. Poorly made
work will receive a lower grade.
 Sensitivity and Work Ethic: Your work must show sensitivity in design and construction.
Your work ethic must demonstrate a professional approach towards the class and the
assigned problems.
 Documentation of your design process and the finished product. Maintain a
photographic record of the design process. This means documentation of drawing and
model explorations during the development stage of each project. This is a record of
your conceptual thinking and idea refinement.
 Deadlines: All projects and/or preliminary project components as assigned must be
turned in on time. Late work will result in a lower grade.
 Demonstrations: You must attend all demonstrations. Failure to do so may contribute to
a lower grade.

COURSE CALENDAR
Tentative Schedule subject to change as needed

Project Date

PAPER/EDGE: Study of Edges – The Micro

PAPER: Study of Folds – Is a copy machine an artmaking tool?

WIRE: Light and Shadow and Momentum – Narrative of Space

CLAY: Disrupting the 2/D and 3/D dichotomy – Postmodern Camouflage

FOUND OBJECT: Working the edge of media - Ephemeral Revelations

GRADING POLICY
Evaluation of work is based upon your overall performance for the semester. Evidence of
improvement in quality of skill and understanding of drawing concepts, as well as, aesthetic
issues is expected.
A= SUPERIOR WORK. Excellent quality, professional and consistent
B= GOOD WORK. Good quality, needing more professionalism and consistency
C= AVERAGE. Average quality, needing more professionalism and consistency
D=POOR. Poor quality, no professionalism and no consistency
F=FAIL. Failing quality, no professionalism and no consistency
The above grade scale above is subject to the +/- system for a more nuanced reflection of
your performance.

POINT SYSTEM

I use a 1-4 point system for analysis of project performance within rubrics

GPA Calculator

A = 4 grade points

A- = 3.67 grade points

B+ = 3.33 grade points

B = 3 grade points

B- = 2.67 grade points

C+ = 2.33 grade points

C = 2 grade points

C- = 1.67 grade points

D+ = 1.33 grade points

D = 1 grade point

D- = 0.67 grade points

F = 0 grade points
ATTENDANCE POLICY

Consistent attendance is mandatory for this course. I will take roll each class time and the
exceeding of three absences will result in the drop of a letter grade for the semester.
Subsequent absences after three will also result in a letter grade dropped per absence.
Repeated tardiness or early departure of 3 will result in an absence.

Class Policies

Health + Safety
This class subjects students to possible safety hazards. Each student is required to be present
for the studio safety tour and will sign and return the Assumption of Risk form located at the
end of this syllabus. Safety in the studio is of the utmost importance and to be treated
seriously. Please note that student orientation is required on all equipment and machinery
before the student has permission to operate it.
In case of an emergency:  Call Campus Police 803-323-3333

Each student is responsible for contributing to a safe work environment. When working with
heavy machinery and complex chemicals it is extremely important that all directions and safety
information is carefully read and followed. Be sure to wear proper attire and protection to
prevent injury and accidents.

Dress Code
Closed toed shoes must be worn in the studio at all times. A student not wearing closed toed
shoes will be asked to leave to change and be marked “late”. During the wood project,
absolutely no loose clothing, scarves or ties should be worn. Long hair must be tied back when
using power tools.

Studio, Tools, Materials and Safety

The 3-D Design Studio is a shared space. Students are required to clean up after themselves at
all times. This includes, but is not limited to: putting tools away after use, sweeping off
workbench tops, vacuuming/sweeping debris, cleaning around the sink area, tools, spills, etc.
Always leave things cleaner than you found them.

Classroom Demonstrations + Note Taking

This class will provide techniques and processes demonstrated step-by-step in class and, at
times, presented in written form. The student will be required to repeat these processes in
sample form as well as final projects with a certain degree of accuracy and competence. The
student is required to take thorough notes over all information presented to you during all
demonstrations, as all skills will be presented formally only once. Not taking notes over
processes and techniques demonstrated will have a negative impact on your grade.

STUDENT CONDUCT

Responsibility for good conduct rests with students as adult individuals. The policy on student
academic misconduct is outlined in the “Student Conduct Code Academic Misconduct Policy” in
the online Student Handbook
(http://www2.winthrop.edu/studentaffairs/handbook/StudentHandbook.pdf).

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES OR CHRONIC MEDICAL ILLNESS

Winthrop University is dedicated to providing access to education.  If you have a disability—

including (but not limited to) a learning disability, ADHD, a visual impairment, a hearing
impairment, a mobility impairment, or a chronic medical illness, and need accommodations,
please contact the Coordinator of Services for Students with Disabilities, at 323-3290, as soon
as possible.  Once you have your professor notification, please tell me so that I am aware of
your accommodations well before the first graded assignment is due.

SAFE ZONE STATEMENT

The professor considers this classroom to be a place where you will be treated with respect as a
human being – regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious affiliation, sexual
orientation, political beliefs, age, or ability. Additionally, diversity of thought is appreciated and
encouraged provided all can agree to disagree. It is the professor’s expectation that all students
consider the classroom a safe environment.

SYLLABUS CHANGE POLICY

The professor throughout the semester can change the syllabus. Students will be notified of
changes to the calendar and any other changes.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

In case of an emergency:  Call Campus Police 803-323-3333

  Eye Wash Stations and First Aid Kits are located by the sinks in both sculpture studios.
 A link to Fine Arts Handbooks http://www.winthrop.edu/cvpa/FINEARTS/default.aspx?
id=24784 including Health and Safety Manual and Student Handbook. A hard copy of
the health and safety manual and all MSDS sheets are located in the sculpture studio.

Materials:
*Wooden pencil
*Thin line black ink pen
*Craft knife and blades
*Adhesive (Rubber Cement, White Glue)
Hot Glue Gun with Glue sticks
Steel Ruler (12” and 18”)
Found materials
*Stack of 15 sheets of paper of your choice
Needle nose plyers
Monofilament Line (fishing line)
Heavy Duty Scissors
*Sketchbook (9x12 to 11x18)
These supplies can be bought as a package from the bookstore or purchased individually.
Design Rubric

Excellent Good Satisfactory Weak

4 3 2 1-0

Image Quality/ score percenta

Composition ge
Formal use of
elements for
effective design
_______ _______ _______ ______
50%
Craft and Technique
Handling of
materials in order to
seamlessly articulate
the design _______ _______ ______ ______

30%
Creative
Engagement
Level of investigation,
experimentation,
problem solving as
evident in sketches,
research, notes &
revisions
20% _______ ______ ______ ______

Total/Grade
Comments

GPA Calculator: A = 4, A- = 3.67, B+ = 3.33, B = 3, B- = 2.67, C+ = 2.33, C = 2, C- = 1.67, D+ = 1.33, D = 1, D- = 0.6