Computer Graphics 2 Syllabus

Course Description: 

            AIM:  Advanced Computer Graphics, is a year-long, (2) credit course, which fulfills the Advanced Technology credit requirements necessary for graduation.

            TOPICS COVERED:  Design Principles and Aesthetics, Corporate Identity, Image Manipulation, Portfolio Development. Students

Will learn how to constructively critique and evaluate artwork created by themselves, and others.  Students will learn art theory through case studies. Prior to the completion of the course, students will create a digital portfolio.

            LENGTH: year-long (meets on both, A and B days).

            PREREQUISITES:  passing grade in Basic Computer Graphics / Computer Graphics 1

Instructional Philosophy: 

            EXPECTATIONS FOR STUDENT PERFORMANCE: Students are expected to be on time and prepared for class.  Students should show respect for their peers, teachers and staff, by listening, responding appropriately and respecting other's opinions.  Students should demonstrate a level necessary for academic excellence, by remaining on task, allowing others to remain on task, and following school code of conduct, and all classroom rules.

            HOW INSTRUCTION WILL BE DELIVERED: Audio/visual lectures, presentations and web-resource materials, individual and group presentations.

            HOW STUDENTS WILL WORK: Students will work independently, and in collaborative groups.

            HOW STUDENTS WILL BE EVALUATED: Students will be evaluated by their overall performance on class exercises, individual and group presentations, projects and exams. 

Major Course Projects:

Grading Policy

50% Classwork

·      Portfolio Presentation

• Studio Projects

• Class Participation

 30% Assessments

20% Homework