MGD 111
ADOBE PHOTOSHOP I
3 CR. (4.5 LBV)
PRQ: CIS 110 or equivalent assessment test score.
Concentrates on the high-endcapabilities of a raster photo-editing softwareas an illustration, design and photoretouching tool. Students explore a widerange of selection and manipulation
techniques that can be applied to photos,graphics and videos.
DESCRIPTION
This course will focus on introducing you to the capabilities of the Adobe Photoshop software. We will learn different techniques of photo editing and manipulation through the application to various in-class exercises and projects completed through out the course.
HOW WE WILL LEARN
To be successful in this course, students are expected to participate in discussions, reading, in-class exercises and assignments. Each skill will be demonstrated, where you are encouraged to watch, take notes, and complete each step as directed. You will then be expected to demonstrate those skills within the given assignments. Four Skill Assessment Tests will be given through out the semester and will be determined at the discretion of the instructor as to the progress of the class.
ASSIGNMENTS/GRADING
Assignments are modeled as a tool for exploring different techniques within specific guidelines with the freedom of using your own creative expression. You are strongly encouraged to utilize design principles and elements to enhance your work in the class. You will be provided with grading outlines for each assignment.
FINAL EXAM*
The final exam will consist of recreating a provided image within the alotted time frame. The images will be provided at the time of the final. You will also be required to hand in all assignments completed in class at the end of the semester.
MATERIALS:
Students will be required to have their own jump drive and save their files appropriately. You are to adhere to policy and procedures for lab use in your PCC handbook. Necessary printing of assignments will be required. You will need a Three-Ring Binder/Folder (Student Portfolio) to collect and keep track of your assignments and exercises. Color copies are to be submitted for project deadlines/critique and your final exam pieces. You will also need various photographs that will be announced during class to complete exercises and assignments.
We will be referring to Adobe Classroom in a Book Photoshop CS2 as our class reading.
GRADING SCALE
90-100% = A
80-89% = B
70-79% = C
60-69% = D
00-59% = F
LATE/MAKE-UP WORK
Late work will be will be accepted with the acknowledgment that for every class period late, you will loose a letter grade. Assignments will only be accepted during scheduled class time. If you are unable to attend class you are required to inform the instructor of your absence. Deadline extensions may be granted in the case of an excused absence upon the following conditions: 1) it is an excused absence, 2) you have informed the instructor in a timely manner of your absence, 3) and proper documentation is provided.
CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE
As a courtesy to the instructor and your fellow students it is requested that you turn your cell phones/pagers off during class. You may bring and listen to your own music during “open” lab time with headphones and at a reasonable volume as to still be able to participate in class. Tardies are considered an absence 15 minutes after class begins. If you are unavoidably late please enter the classroom quietly and discretely as to not interrupt your fellow students. Any questions or issues can be addressed during open lab time as not to disrupt lecture/demonstration time.
ATTENDANCE
You are required to be present during all class meetings and studio time. Excessive absences will affect course grade: 3 unexcused absences will result in one full grade lower. When a student is absent it is your responsibility to get information from your fellow students. The instructor will provide you with handouts at a time that is convenient and not to interrupt class time. Leaving early will be regarded as an absence, as studio time is critical to your success. Those students who fail to attend class and wish to withdraw can do so on their own initiation (according to the withdraw procedures outlined in the PCC Student Handbook) the instructor will not withdraw you from the class.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Students are required to adhere to the policies outlined in the Student Handbook. Cheating, plagiarism, falsification, and personal misrepresentation are among violations in academic code. Violating these standards could result in warning, probation, suspension, and/or failure of the course or assignment at the discretion of the instructor.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Any student that is eligible for and needing academic adjustments or accommodations because of a disability should inform the instructor during the first week of class and provide the proper documentation to the PCC Learning Center so that appropriate accommodations can be made.