INTRODUCTION TO GRAPHIC DESIGN

COURSE SYLLABUS 2013-2014 Teacher: Mrs. Guiteau

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INTRODUCTION TO GRAPHIC DESIGN COURSE SYLLABUS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

*Introduction letter ..……………………………………………………….. pg.2 *Course Description …………………………………………………………. pg.3

*Certification/Clubs… ……………………………………………………… pg.4 *Standards/Required Materials……………….……………………… pg.5 *Classroom Expectations …………………………………………………. pg.6 *Projects & Student/Parent Signature……………………………… pg. 7 *Accountability Form for Equipment Use………………………….. pg.8 *Accountability for Assignments……………………………………….. pg.9 *Substitute Teacher Policy………………………………………………… pg.10 *Detention Sample Form………………………………………………...... pg.11 *Kudos to You! Good Behavior Reward…………….………………... pg.12

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Mrs. Shirley Guiteau

Graphic Arts Design Instructor

3450 Benjamin E. Mays Drive

Atlanta, GA 30313

spguiteau@atlanta.k12.ga.us

Course: Introduction to Graphic Design

Dear Parent/Guardian:

It’s that time again! I hope you will take a few moments to read over the class syllabus for the Introduction to

Graphic Design Course. In my class, the students will be learning graphic design terminology and techniques. I

will try to keep you abreast of field trips and special projects throughout the school year.

Please pay particular attention to the student expectations and requirements. Your son or daughter will need to

bring two pens (preferably black ink), two pencils, loose-leaf notebook paper, and three-ring binder (any color)

with tabs to class each day. Ten points will be deducted for students that come to class unprepared, so please

make sure that your son/daughter understands the class policies.

Should you have any questions about the coursework, please feel free to contact me via phone or e-mail. If you

have no questions at this time, please sign and return the slip below stating that you and your child have read the

course resume and understand it. I am looking forward to the school year and believe it will be a rewarding one!

Sincerely,

Mrs. Guiteau

Instructor: Graphic Arts Design

Documents To Be Signed and Returned:

* Syllabus Form

*Accountability Forms

*Substitute Teacher Form

*Media Release Form

(To be maintained in Student 3-Ring Binder)

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INTRODUCTION TO GRAPHIC DESIGN

COURSE SYLLABUS

Benjamin E. Mays High School

Teacher(s): Shirley Guiteau Email: spguiteau@atlanta.k12.ga.us

Room Number: #2201 Phone Number: 404.802.5100

Semester: Fall 2013-2014 Tutorial Days: Mondays

Tutorial Hours: 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm (except the first

Monday of the month)

Tutorial Location: Room # 2201

DEPARTMENT PHILOSOPHY: The vision of the Mass Communications Academy Graphic Design

pathway is to prepare students for lifelong learning by exposure to real life experiences, consistent effective

instruction, and post-secondary options with emphasis on graphic arts. This education will produce eager, goal-

oriented, resourceful, law-abiding citizens who will contribute positively to the community.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Introduction to Graphic Design is the first step in preparing and exposing future designers to how graphic design

impacts our society. The various Graphic designers—or graphic artists—plan, analyze, and create visual solutions

to communications problems. They find the most effective way to get messages across in print, electronic, and

film media using a variety of methods such as color, type, illustration, photography, animation, and various print

and layout techniques.

Graphic designers develop the overall layout and production design of magazines, newspapers, journals, corporate

reports, and other publications. They also produce promotional displays, packaging, and marketing brochures for

products and services, design distinctive logos for products and businesses, and develop signs and signage

systems—called environmental graphics—for business and government. An increasing number of graphic

designers also develop material for Internet Web pages, interactive media, and multimedia projects. Graphic

designers also may produce the credits that appear before and after television programs and movies.

Graphic designers sometimes supervise assistants who follow instructions to complete parts of the design process.

Designers who run their own businesses also may devote time to developing new business contacts, choosing

equipment, and performing administrative tasks, such as reviewing catalogues and ordering samples.

CAREER PATHWAYS Course must be completed in the order listed below.

*Required for Pathway Completion*

GRAPHIC ARTS DESIGN PATHWAY

Level 1 - Introduction to Graphic Design

Level 2 - Graphic Design Production

Level 3 - Advanced Graphic Design

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CERTIFICATIONS: End of Pathway Certificate

(Certificates are issued when students complete all pathway courses and take the End of Pathway test.)

CAREERS: Occupation Level of Education Salary (Varies by state)

Desktop Publisher Associates/Bachelors Degree $31,000 ($15/hour)

Graphic Designer Bachelors Degree $45,000 ($22/hour)

Art Director Bachelors/Masters Degree $80,000 + ($38.00)

Freelance Designer Associates/Bachelors $75 - $150+ an hour

MEMBERSHIPS/CLUBS

SKILLS USA: ALL students are encouraged to join Skills USA. Skills USA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry

working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. Skills USA helps each student excel and grants more

than $1 million dollars in scholarships annually. Skills USA's mission is to empower its members to become

world-class workers, leaders and responsible American citizens. Dues are only $15. For more information, log onto www.skillsusa.org.

GRAPHIC DESIGN CLUB (New name to TBA): Students interested in taking part of designing marketing resources for major school activities that is not

considered classwork will have the opportunity in filling out an application to join this organization.

Qualifications will be considered by a students work performance in class, behavior and attendance. Various

office positions will be available and may require the students to stay after school in the event projects are needed.

It is encouraged for students to strive to become a part of the Graphic Design Club within their pathway (see

pathway outline above) to help improve their employability skills and learn about leadership which can help their

resume standout to potential employers.

INTERNET ACCEPTABLE USE: Use of the Internet must be in support of education and research and consistent with the educational objectives of

Benjamin E. Mays High School. The use of the Internet is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will

result in cancellation of those privileges. Any student user not complying with Benjamin E. Mays High School

Internet Acceptable Use Agreement shall lose Internet privileges for a period designated period of time.

Course Schedule for the first ten weeks

Week 1 Class Procedures & Overview of Graphic Design

Week 2 Class Procedures & Elements of the business cycle

Week 3 Health & Safety

Week 4 Health & Safety

Week 5 Print Processes

Week 6 Print Processes * The teacher reserves the right to alter or change any part of this course syllabus to better suit the need of the students.*

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GEORGIA PERFORMANCE STANDARDS Performance standards provide clear expectations for assessment, instruction, and student work. They define the

level of work that demonstrates achievement of the standards. The performance standards isolate and identify the

skills needed to use the knowledge and skills to problem-solving, reason, communicate, and make connections

with other information.

STANDARDS COVERED IN THIS COURSE ACCT-IGD-1 Students will identify key developments and individuals relating to the history of the graphics and

design industry.

ACCT-IGD-2 How graphic design has impacted history and society over the years

ACCT-IGD-4 Students will examine the elements of the business cycle

ACCT-IGD-6 Health and Safety

ACCT-IGD-6 Health and Safety (continued)

ACCT-IGD-20 Print Processes

ACCT-IGD-20 Print Processes (continued)

GRADING SCALE

Area Percentage Area Percentage

Class Work 25% Final Exam 15%

Homework 20% Participation 10%

Projects 20%

Tests /Quizzes 10%

Total 100%

REQUIRED MATERIALS Three-ring Binder, 5-tab Dividers, Flash Drive, Two black Pens, Two Pencils, and Loose Leaf Notebook Paper.

PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT Parent(s), you are a vital part of your child’s success; we can’t do it without you! This semester, we would like for

you to volunteer only (4) hours of your time. You can volunteer with field trips and/or special events/ceremonies.

Feel free to contact me, so we can decide which volunteer opportunity suits you best.

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CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS

1. ARRIVE to class on time and prepare to learn. Before the last rings, students are expected to be in their

assigned seats, otherwise a student is considered tardy.

CLASSES DURING LUNCH are expected to return to class on time immediately after the lunch bell

rings. Visiting other teachers, counselors, students or hanging out in the hallway after the lunch bell rings

is no excuse to arrive after the last bell and will be considered late.

2. TALKING is not permitted when Mrs. Guiteau is instructing

3. TURN-IN all assignments/homework in your designated class in-box

4. BRING all required materials to class every day.

5. RECEIVE PERMISSION before opening the door for another student/faculty/staff, parent or any

outsider.

6. HONESTY is expected. (Cheating will not be tolerated!) If you cheat or allow/assist someone to

cheat, all parties involved will receive a zero and your parents will be notified immediately.

7. DISPOSE of gum, candy, food, or drinks before entering the classroom/lab.

8. KEEP the room/lab clean and respect the equipment and furnishings.

9. PROFESSIONAL LANGUAGE required. Absolutely no use of vulgar, profane, or inappropriate

language in the classroom.

10. USE THE RESTROOM during class change--you will not be permitted to go unless it is an emergency.

11. GROOM before coming to class – not during class. This includes hair, make-up, nails, etc…

12. NO HATS, JEANS OR OPEN TOE SHOES allowed. (See student policy handbook for more information)

13. ELECTRONIC DEVICES, pagers, cellular phones, walkmans, CD players, MP3 players, iPod, iPhone,

hand-held games, cards, or any other material not related to or used in this class should be left at home.

Bringing these items to class will result in confiscation. Items will be released only to a parent or

guardian.

14. NO ENTERING/EXISTING the Video/Production class next door. 15. NO ENTERING Mrs. Guiteau’s office unless given permission. 16. THE BELL DOES NOT DISMISS YOU. Only Mrs. Guiteau dismisses the class provided your

area is clean. 17. GOOD BEHAVIOR will be rewarded to students on a bi-weekly basis at the discretion of Mrs. Guiteau.

18. BAD BEHAVIOR will result in non-participation in outside class events and/or permanent removal from

the class.

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A LOOK AHEAD: Assignment & Project Due Dates:

Assignment #1 Create a Job Flow Bulletin Board DUE Aug 16, 2013

Assignment #2 Categorize Print Items DUE Aug 20, 2013

Assignment #3 Design a safety rules poster DUE Aug 22, 2013

* The teacher reserves the right to alter or change any part of this course syllabus to better suit the need of the students.*

Acknowledgment of Receipt: By signing below, the student and parent/guardian acknowledge that they have

read and understood the contents in the 2013-2014 Introduction to Graphic Design Syllabus.

*PLEASE SIGN & RETURN TO MRS. GUITEAU BY AUGUST 9, 2013.*

Student Name (Print)_______________________________________ Date___________________________

Student Signature___________________________________________ Date___________________________

Student Email_____________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Name (Print)_______________________________ Date________________

Parent/Guardian Signature__________________________________ Date________________

Parent/Guardian Email____________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Cell #____________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Work#___________________________________________

Parent: Please select the best way you can be reached. (Check one)

Cell Phone__ Work Phone____ Email____

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Instructor: Mrs. Guiteau

Room 2201

GRAPHIC DESIGN CLASS ACCOUNTABILITY FORM FOR EQUIPMENT USE

It is my understanding that, as a member of this class, if there is anything wrong with the equipment to which I

have been assigned, I am to notify my teacher immediately.

I shall be responsible for the repair costs for any damages that result from my sole negligence in the use of the

assigned equipment or failure to notify my teacher immediately.

I, _______________________________________________, have read and understand the course syllabus,

classroom expectations and procedures for the Graphic Design Class.

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(Student Printed Name) (Date)

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(Student Signature) (Date)

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(Parent/Guardian Printed Name) (Date)

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(Parent/Guardian Signature) (Date)

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Accountability for Assignments in Graphic Arts Design Mrs. Guiteau

Career Technology: Graphic Arts Design

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Name: _________________________________________________________

Block: __________

Assignment/Project: ______________________________________________

Check the phrase(s) that applies to your situation:

_____________ Chose not to do assignment

_____________ Did not use time management skills for assignment

_____________ Neglected to inform teacher of any hindrances in completing project

I am aware that I will receive an 0 grade for this assignment.

What is your plan of action for successful completion of future assignments?

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Signed: ___________________________________________Dated: _________________

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Accountability for Assignments in Graphic Arts Design Mrs. Guiteau

Career Technology: Graphic Arts Design

Name: _________________________________________________________

Block: __________

Assignment/Project: ______________________________________________

Check the phrase(s) that applies to your situation:

_____________ Chose not to do assignment

_____________ Did not use time management skills for assignment

_____________ Neglected to inform teacher of any hindrances in completing project

I am aware that I will receive an 0 grade for this assignment.

What is your plan of action for successful completion of future assignments?

___________________________________________________________________________________________

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Signed: ___________________________________________Dated: _________________

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SUBSTITUTE TEACHER POLICY

In the event Mrs. Guiteau is absent, a substitute will be assigned to the Graphic Arts Design class. Students are

expected to proceed with instructions from the substitute and turn in all assignments before departing class. All

classroom expectations are still required and no student shall be excluded. Mrs. Guiteau expects all students to

work as normal with courtesy and respect for each other and the substitute.

Students who are reported to have violated any of the classroom procedures will result in discipline noted in the

Bad behavior policy along with a parent follow-up and detention.

I, _______________________________________________, have read and understand Mrs. Guiteau’s

expectations in the event a substitute is present as well as my compliance with the classroom expectations and

procedures for the Graphic Arts Design Course.

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(Student Printed Name) (Date)

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(Student Signature) (Date)

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(Parent Printed Name) (Date)

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(Parent Signature) (Date)

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DETENTION SAMPLE

Student’s Name _____________________________

Date ___________

Hour ___________

Detention Date ___________

Offense

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Teacher Comments (Absent, No Show/Referral, Etc.)

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I am aware that I have been assigned detention for the date above. I understand that I must be in the detention area

by the specified time or I am considered a “no show” and will receive a discipline referral. I also know that I must

bring pencil and paper to detention.

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Student’s Signature Date

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KUDOS TO YOU! GOOD BEHAVIOR REWARD

Student’s Name _____________________________

Date ___________

Dear Parent/Guardian. I am pleased to inform you that your son or daughter is currently being recognized for

good behavior during: (time period): _____________________

Reward:

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Parent/Guardian Comments

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Student’s Signature Date

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Parent Signature Date