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ARTS 113 Course Syllabus
COURSE SYLLABUS
ARTS 113
INTRODUCTION TO 2D DESIGN
COURSE DESCRIPTION
An introduction to visual thinking as well as the elements and principles of design.
Concentration on the elements of design through production of artwork using a variety of
materials and methods. Emphasis placed on understanding the elements and principles of design
and how they integrate to form fully realized works of art. Students will explore composition and
selection of subject matter. (Crosslisted with FACS 113)
RATIONALE
Design is a visual language and a process of visual problem solving. The elements and principles
of design are the building blocks used by all artists/designers to create aesthetically pleasing
work. Design professionals must cultivate their ability to use these elements and principles in
order to reach their creative goals and to explore the many directions an art piece can take. Any
discipline that relies upon visual design and aesthetics can benefit from this course.
I.
PREREQUISITE
For information regarding prerequisites for this course, please refer to the Academic
Course Catalog.
II.
III.
IV.
REQUIRED RESOURCE PURCHASE
Click on the following link to view the required resource(s) for the term in which you are
registered: http://bookstore.mbsdirect.net/liberty.htm
ADDITIONAL MATERIALS FOR LEARNING
A.
Computer with basic audio/video output equipment
B.
Internet access (broadband recommended)
C.
Microsoft Office
MEASURABLE LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
A.
Create original and/or master copy design projects and exercises that exemplify
each of the elements and principles of design.
B.
Evaluate art pieces created by himself/herself, peers, and other designers.
C.
Develop a design portfolio demonstrating combined use of the design elements
and principles.
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V.
D.
Apply a variety of media in order to demonstrate the elements and principles of
design in original works of art.
E.
Identify design terminology and design concepts.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND ASSIGNMENTS
A.
Textbook readings and lecture presentations
B.
Course Requirements Checklist
After reading the Course Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will
complete the related checklist found in Module/Week 1.
C.
Blogs (2)
Blogs are collaborative learning experiences. Therefore, the student is required to
post an original image followed by a response to the provided prompt for each
blog. Each post must be at least 150 words and demonstrate course-related
knowledge. In addition to the post, the student is required to reply to 2 other
classmates’ posts. Each reply must be at least 100 words.
D.
Emphasis and Focal Point Project
The student will collect 1 example of each of the 3 types of focal point/emphasis
from magazines and describe how each example clearly demonstrates the
specified method of creating emphasis.
E.
Balance Project
The student will create an original thematic set of compositions in which each
piece demonstrates 1 of the 4 types of balance.
F.
Line Project
The student will create an original set of 4 nonobjective compositions in which
each piece explores line as an emotive tool.
G.
Pattern and Texture Project
The student will compare pattern and texture by creating a set of 2 original
compositions that juxtaposes the 2 elements.
H.
Illusion of Space Project
The student will create a set of 4 original compositions that tells a story or follows
a narrative. Each composition must clearly demonstrate 1 of the ways of creating
the illusion of space/depth.
I.
Value and Color Project
The student will create a value scale with 9 unique steps of value, a basic color
wheel, and a study of tints and shades.
J.
Analysis Paper
The student will write a 2-page design analysis paper that focuses on the
principles and elements of design as they appear in a provided work of art.
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K.
Final Portfolio
The final portfolio will contain the 5 original design projects completed during the
course (Line, Balance, Pattern and Texture, Space, and Value and Color).
L.
Quizzes (7)
Each quiz will cover the Reading & Study material for the module/week in which
it is assigned. Each quiz will be open-book/open-notes, contain 10 multiplechoice and/or true/false questions, and have a 20-minute time limit.
VI.
COURSE GRADING AND POLICIES
A.
Points
Course Requirements Checklist
Blogs (2 at 30 pts ea)
Emphasis and Focal Point Project
Balance Project
Line Project
Pattern and Texture Project
Illusion of Space Project
Value and Color Project
Analysis Paper
Final Portfolio
Quizzes (7 at 20 pts ea)
Total
B.
10
60
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
140
1010
Scale
A = 900–1010 B = 800–899 C = 700–799 D = 600–699 F = 0–599
C.
Late Assignment Policy
If the student is unable to complete an assignment on time, then he or she must
contact the instructor immediately by email.
Assignments that are submitted after the due date without prior approval from the
instructor will receive the following deductions:
1.
Late assignments submitted within one week of the due date will
receive a 10% deduction.
2.
Assignments submitted more than one week late will receive a 20%
deduction.
3.
Assignments submitted two weeks late or after the final date of the
course will not be accepted.
4.
Late Discussion Board threads or replies will not be accepted.
Special circumstances (e.g., death in the family, personal health issues) will be
reviewed by the instructor on a case-by-case basis.
D.
Disability Assistance
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Students with a documented disability may contact Liberty University Online’s
Office of Disability Academic Support (ODAS) at LUOODAS@liberty.edu to
make arrangements for academic accommodations. Further information can be
found at www.liberty.edu/disabilitysupport.
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COUR ### Course Schedule
COURSE SCHEDULE
ARTS 113
Textbook: Pentak & Lauer, Design Basics (2015).
MODULE/
WEEK
READING & STUDY
1
Pentak & Lauer: chs. 1–2
1 presentation
2 websites
Course Requirements Checklist
Class Introductions
Blog 1
Quiz 1
10
0
30
20
2
Pentak & Lauer: chs. 3–4
1 presentation
3 websites
Emphasis and Focal Point Project
Quiz 2
100
20
3
Pentak & Lauer: chs. 5–6
1 presentation
3 websites
Balance Project
Quiz 3
100
20
4
Pentak & Lauer: chs. 7–8
1 presentation
2 websites
Line Project
Quiz 4
100
20
5
Pentak & Lauer: ch. 9
1 presentation
1 website
Pattern and Texture Project
Quiz 5
100
20
6
Pentak & Lauer: chs. 10–11
1 presentation
Illusion of Space Project
Quiz 6
100
20
7
Pentak & Lauer: chs. 12–13
1 presentation
2 websites
Blog 2
Value and Color Project
Quiz 7
30
100
20
8
Review all previous readings
1 presentation
Analysis Paper
Final Portfolio
100
100
TOTAL
1010
ASSIGNMENTS
POINTS
DB = Discussion Board
NOTE: Each course module/week (except Module/Week 1) begins on Tuesday morning at 12:00
a.m. (ET) and ends on Monday night at 11:59 p.m. (ET). The final module/week ends at
11:59 p.m. (ET) on Friday.