Calumet
College of St. Joseph
SYLLABUS FOR DESIGN WORKSHOP
Term: Spring Semester January 8 – April 21, 2001
Course Number: MFA 110X
Instructor: Ms. Betty Delinck
Office: Room # 315
Office Phone: (473-4240) Do not leave messages here. I do not receive them. Either call my home or leave a message in the mail room.
E-mail: bettydelinck@holtmail.com
Home Phone: (219) 659-7899
Office Hours: ½ hour before class
Course Time: Thursday 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Course Description: This introductory course exposes students to a variety of art materials and techniques through an exploration in the fundamentals of two and three dimensional design. Topics include: unity, balance, rhythm: line, form, color, focal point and illusion of space. This course is scheduled simultaneously with 110 .
Prerequisites: None
Textbooks: None to purchase. Handouts and reference books will be available.
Statement of Plagiarism:
If an instructor or other Calumet College of St. Joseph personnel find that a student has plagiarized or been involved in another form of academic dishonesty, the instructor or other personnel may elect to bring the matter up for judicial review. The maximum penalty for any form of academic dishonesty is dismissal from the College. The procedures for judicial review are listed under the section of CCSJ handbook that addresses student grievances.
Calumet College of St. Joseph adheres to citation guidelines as prescribed by the particular discipline (i.e., MLA, APA, Chicago Manual of Style or Turabian.). All of these guidelines are available in the Calumet College of St. Joseph library or bookstore. These texts outline how to cite references from a variety of sources, including electronic media.
Withdrawal from Classes Policy:
After the last day for class changes has passed (see College calendar), students may withdraw from a course in which they are registered with permission from the faculty member conducting the course. A written request detailing the reason(s) for the withdrawal must be filed with the Registrar. Written request for withdrawal must be received by the Registrar by the last day of classes prior to the final examination dates specified in the catalogue. Written requests may be mailed to the Registrar or faxed to the College fax number 219-473-4259. Students are to make note of the refund schedule when withdrawing from courses. The request is forwarded to the faculty member, who makes the final determination to accept or deny the request. If the request is honored, the student will receive notification of official withdrawal; if denied, the notification will indicate why the withdrawal is disallowed. Note: Degree Completion Program (DCP) students should consult the DCP Student Handbook for information on DCP withdrawals.
An official withdrawal is recorded as a "W" grade on the student's transcript. Dropping a
course without written permission automatically incurs an "F" grade for the course (see
Refund Schedule).
Class Policy on Attendance:
Students are responsible for attending all sessions. However, and occasional absence is sometimes unavoidable. Contact me by phone or email before that session for an excused absence. After three absences, the grade point will be lowered l/2 point for each session missed.
Class Policy For Assignments:
Students are expected to work on their projects for the entire period.
Students must participate in the critique, which serves as the final exam.
Learning Outcomes/Student Competencies:
Students in this course will:
Assessment:
Exams (Critiques and vocabulary test) __25_____% of grade
Class participation/collaboration/attendance/assignments __50_____% of grade
Class presentation and assessment instruments __25____% of grade
Grading Scale:
A: A-: B+: B: B-: C+:
C: C-: D+: D: D-: F:
Format for Written Assignments:
NA
Class Participation:
Students are expected to work on their projects for the entire period.
Students must participate in the critique, which serves as the final exam.
Tutoring:
Students who would like to improve their academic performance in this, or any other course, are urged to take advantage of the free services of the Center for Academic Excellence (CAE). The Center has experienced and well-trained tutors i most subject areas to help students who are struggling in a course or who are doing well and would like to do better. Tutoring is conducted by appointment only. Call 219-473-4273 to arrange an appointment.
Class Assignments:
1. Construction paper design
Break up space – positive, negative shapes
2. Repeat pattern
3. Design a logo
4. Design a collectable CD jewel case and package
5. Redesign a product container for salability
Other exercises may be given.
Class Date Topic-Assignment
January 11 Introduction, right brain exercises
January 18 - 25 Construction paper design
February 1 Break up space
February 8 - 15 Repeat pattern
February 22 Mid term critique
March 6* Field trip – Art Institute
March 15 Design a logo
March 22 - 29 Design CD jewel case
April 5 Vocabulary test
April 12 Redesign a product
April 19 Final Critique
* Class will meet on Tuesday this week to go to the Art Institute.