Arts 1316 6501 Drawing I
Spring 2010
Instructor
Phone
Division
E-mail
Fax
Office Number
Course Number
Section Number
Class Meeting Time
Classroom Number
Credit Hours
James Behan
214-860-8759
Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
jxb6430@dcccd.edu
214-860-8765
W73
Arts 1316
6501
6:00 PM to 8:50 PM
W76
Three (3)
MISSION STATEMENT FOR MVC VISUAL ART
The art department at MVC provides educational opportunities that promote the understanding,
practice and exhibition of the visual arts for the purposes of academic, personal and professional
development. In all our objectives, our common goal is clear: to learn how to see.
Prerequisites: None
Required Materials / Text :
TEXT: Art Fundamentals by Ocvirk ISBN: 0-07-286233-5 Eleventh Edition
Art Stores: Michaels, Hobby Lobby, Asel Arts, JoAnn Fabrics
Graphite pencil set: 4B-4H
Sanding Pad
Kneaded Eraser
Pearl Eraser
Black-Gray-white Chalk set
Large Vine/willow Charcoal set
White Chalk set
Ink Bottle with brush
Pentel fine black marker and Large
McGraw-Hill
black marker
Conte Crayon (Bl, Br, Sa, Wh)
Aqua Net or Spray Fixative
Color Chalk Pastel Set (12)
Blue Painting Tape
Two large binder clips
Format:
ARTS 1316 Drawing I (3)
This is a Texas Common Course Number.
This beginning course investigates various media, techniques, and subjects. It explores
perceptual and descriptive possibilities and considers drawing as a developmental
process as well as an end in itself. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5007055226
FIPSE participation: Family Involvement in Post Secondary Education, assignments will
encourage the involvement of the student’s family and create opportunities for the participation of
family members in the student’s experience in college.
Intellectual Competencies, Course Objectives and Learning Outcomes
INTELLECTUAL COMPETENCIES
1. READING: Reading at the college level means the ability to analyze and interpret a variety of
printed materials -- books, articles, and documents. (Objective 4 and 5 address this competency)
2. WRITING: Competency in writing is the ability to produce clear, correct, and coherent prose
adapted to purpose, occasion, and audience. (Objective 4 and 5 address this competency)
3. SPEAKING: Competence in speaking is the ability to communicate orally in clear, coherent and
persuasive language appropriate to purpose, occasion and audience. (Objective 4 and 5 address
this competency)
4. LISTENING: Listening at the college level means the ability to analyze and interpret various
forms of spoken communication. (Objective 4 and 5 address this competency)
5. CRITICAL THINKING: Critical thinking embraces methods of applying both qualitative and
quantitative skills analytically and creatively to subject matter in order to evaluate arguments and
to construct alternative strategies. (Objective 1, 2 and 3 address this competency)
6. COMPUTER LITERACY: Computer literacy at the college level means the ability to use
computer-based technology in communicating, solving problems, and acquiring information.
(Objective 4 and 5 address this competency)
EXEMPLARY EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
1. To demonstrate an ability to execute formal design elements in works of art. (Outcome 2 and 4
address this objective)
2. To demonstrate knowledge of and perform safe and appropriate studio practices. (Outcome 2
and 3 address this objective)
3. To demonstrate ability to exercise critical thinking and expression in the creation of art works.
(Outcome 4 addresses this objective)
4. To demonstrate an awareness of contemporary, historical and cultural issues related to art.
(Outcome 1 addresses this objective)
5. To demonstrate knowledge of terms and vocabulary related to art. (Outcome 1 addresses this
objective)
6. To demonstrate an increased level of craftsmanship in the techniques of studio media.
(Outcome 2, 3 and 4 address this objective)
7. To demonstrate professional standards in the presentation of works of art. (Outcome 4
addresses this objective)
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon satisfactory completion of this course the student will be able to:
1. Identify design elements related to their own work and works of others.
2. Create art works to reflect competency with specific media skills, techniques and studio
practices.
3. Evaluate thematic elements in their own work and works of others.
Attendance Policy:
Students are expected to attend regularly. After three absences, student’s overall grade may be lowered one
letter grade for any additional absences; one letter grade per absence. All work to be submitted for
evaluation must have been worked on in class. Class time reflects the minimum time required for
successful completion of this course.
Student Responsibilities:
STUDIO PRACTICES
Student will observe basic rules of safety regarding the proper handling of all tools/equipment both
mechanical and electrical.
Students will notify instructor or assistant immediately if any tools / equipment are damaged.
Student will maintain a healthy respect for school property and art works / supplies of fellow students.
Proper decorum will be observed while in studio. Students will show proper respect to themselves, fellow
students, instructor and teaching assistant.
Students will cooperate with faculty and fellow students to maintain a clean, organized environment in which
to work.
No visitors allowed without permission from instructor.
Open Lab Policy / Time:
Open lab is a privilege for currently registered students only. Proper studio practices as listed above will be
observed. Students in violation of these rules will lose the privilege of open lab. Lab time to be announced.
Grading Scale:
Portfolio: 10 drawings (10 points per drawing)
Test: Elements of Art and Principles of Organization
Group Project
Themes Field Assignment
Reading Reflections
100 points
20 points
20 points
20 points
40 points
Total possible points:
200 points
A
B
C
D
F
180 – 200 points
160 – 179 points
140 -- 159 points
120 - 139 points
00 - 119 points
Reading Reflections: Student will select one work of art from the previous chapter to
summarize the main points found in the following chapter; eight reflections in all.
Minimum one page typed with art work referenced. Reflection due at the end of each
project.
Themes Field Assignment: Students will visit a local art museum of their choosing and
find ten art works that each employ one of the ten themes found in art. This is also our
Fipse assignment. Students will have their family member attend the museum with them,
and assist in the selection process. Prior to the visit, students will instruct family member
on the ten themes in art. Student will record the family member’s response to the
assignment in their paper. Paper due March 30.
Important: No late assignments will be accepted.
Evaluation Procedures:
Grades in this course will reflect your performance in the following areas:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Satisfactory completion of assignments;
Satisfactory completion of portfolio (10 individual works)
Satisfactory participation in group project,
satisfactory participation in group critiques (formal and informal)
Satisfactory attendance
January 19-21
Introductions, Lecture: Elements of Art and Principles of Organization; Thumbnails
January 26- February 2
Project 1: Balance
Chapter 2
Reflection due 2-2
Vine Charcoal
February 4-11
Project 2: Line
Chapter 3
Reflection due 2-11
Test: Elements of Art and Principles of Organization
Marker
February 16-23
Project 3: Shape
Chapter 4
Reflection due 2-23
Chalk
February 25-March 2 (No Class March 4)
Project 4: Value
Chapter 5
Reflection due 3-2
Graphite
March 9-11
Project 5: Texture
Themes Lecture
Chapter 6
Reflection due 3-11
Conte
March 16-18
Spring Break No Classes
March 23-30
Project 6: Color
Chapter 7
Reflection due 3Themes Field Assignment Due
Chalk Pastel
April 1-8
Project 7: 2D Space –Single point
Chapter 8
Ink
April 13-15-22
Project 8: 2D Space –Two point
Chapter 8
Ink
April 20
Student Art and Photography Exhibit Reception (Hampton-Illinois Branch Library)
April 27-May 6
Group Project
Mixed Media
May 10
Portfolio Presentation
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Office: W197
Phone: 214-860-8571
Hours: 8:30 a.m.--9:00 p.m. M-R
8:30 a.m.--4:00 p.m. F
9:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m. S
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Office: W170
Phone: 214-860-8538
Hours: 8:00a.m.--9:00p.m. M-R
8:00a.m.—2:00p.m. F
Library
Office: W163
Phone: 214-860-8669
Hours: Fall & Spring Sessions
8:00 a.m.--9:00 p.m. M-R
8:30 a.m.--4:30 p.m. F
9:00 a.m.—1:30 p.m. S
Institutional Policies:
Withdrawal Policy (with drop date):
If you are unable to complete this course, it is your responsibility to withdraw formally.
The withdrawal request must be received in the Registrar’s Office by Thursday, April 15,
2010. Failure to do so will result in your receiving a performance grade, usually an "F."
If you drop a class or withdraw from the college before the official drop/withdrawal
deadline, you will receive a "W" (Withdraw) in each class dropped.
STOP BEFORE YOU DROP
For students who enrolled in college level courses for the first time in the fall of 2007,
Texas Education Code 51.907 limits the number of courses a student may drop.
You may drop no more than 6 courses during your entire undergraduate career unless the
drop qualifies as an exception. Your campus counseling/advising center will give you
more information on the allowable exceptions.
Remember that once you have accumulated 6 non-exempt drops, you cannot drop any
other courses with a “W ”. Therefore, please exercise caution when dropping courses in
any Texas public institution of higher learning, including all seven of the Dallas County
Community Colleges. For more information, you may access:
https://www1.dcccd.edu/coursedrops
Repeating This Course:
Effective for Fall Semester 2005, the Dallas County Community Colleges will charge
additional tuition to students registering the third or subsequent time for a course. This
class may not be repeated for the third or subsequent time without paying the additional
tuition. Third attempts include courses taken at any of the Dallas County Community
Colleges since the Fall 2002 semester. More information is available at:
https://www1.dcccd.edu/cat0506/ss/oep/third_attempt.cfm .
Financial Aid:
If you are receiving financial aid grants or loans, you must begin attendance in all
classes. Do not drop or stop attending any class without consulting the Financial Aid
Office. Changes in your enrollment level and failing grades may require that you repay
financial aid funds.
The Texas Success Initiative (TSI)
The Texas Success Initiative (TSI) is a statewide program designed to ensure that
students enrolled in Texas public colleges and universities have the basic academic
skills needed to be successful in college-level course work. The TSI requires
assessment, remediation (if necessary), and advising of students who attend a public
college or university in the state of Texas. The program assesses a student's basic
academic skills in reading, writing, and math. Passing the assessment is a prerequisite
for enrollment in many college level classes. Students who do not meet assessment
standards may complete prerequisite requirements by taking developmental courses in
the deficient area and passing them with a grade of C or higher. Additional information is
available at https://www1.dcccd.edu/cat0506/admiss/tsi_requirements.cfm .
Academic Honesty:
Academic honesty is expected, and integrity is valued in the Dallas County Community
Colleges. Scholastic dishonesty is a violation of the Code of Student Conduct. Scholastic
dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion.
As a college student, you are considered a responsible adult. Your enrollment indicates
acceptance of the DCCCD Code of Student Conduct published in the DCCCD Catalog.
More information is available at https://www1.dcccd.edu/cat0406/ss/code.cfm .
ADA Statement:
If you are a student with a disability and/or special needs who requires accommodations,
please contact the college Disability Services Office.
http://www.dcccd.edu/Current+Students/Student+Services/Disability+Services
Disclaimer Reserving Right to Change Syllabus:
The instructor reserves the right to amend this syllabus as necessary. \
Disclaimer Regarding FIPSE Participation:
The contents of this syllabus were developed under a grant from the Fund for the Improvement of
Postsecondary Education (FIPSE), U.S. Department of Education and you should not assume endorsement
by the federal government.
Disclaimer Regarding Sensitive Material:
Student should be aware that material of a sensitive nature (nudity/violence/adult
themes) may be viewed and discussed in the course of this semester.