1. COURSE SYLLABUS & EXPECTATIONS
MRS. HUVAERE

2. Graphic Design: (–noun)
The art or profession of visual communication that combines images, words, and ideas to convey information to an audience, esp. to produce a specific effect.
"graphic design." Dictionary.com Unabridged (v 1.1). Random House, Inc. 17 Jan <Dictionary.com design>.

3. Course Description:
This course is designed to introduce students to the computer as a design tool. Students will learn the basics of digital graphics through Adobe Photoshop CS6. Students will learn manipulation, image creation, drawing, page layout and typography.. After learning about each of these components separately, students will combine all applications to create business materials and unique pieces of digital art.

4. Grading:
Students will be graded on; projects (60%), daily participation/ productivity (20%), in class assignments, homework and quizzes (20%). Projects will be given a letter grade and will be graded on creativity, craftsmanship and overall design. Any project or assignment turned in late will lose one half of a grade for each day it is late, unless there is an excused absence. I believe in improvement and always putting forth your best effort. You always have the opportunity to redo a project if you are unsatisfied with the grade, providing that the original project was initially turned in complete and on time.

5. Technology Agreement:
The use of RHS computers by students are to be used for school-related graphic design course work only! The use of computers for entertainment purposes including, but not limited to; games, chat, music, television, web browsing, or the viewing of any web material unrelated to the course, is strictly prohibited! Any student who is found using the computer inappropriately will lose computer privileges. Any misuse of school computers or technology equipment may result in student discipline and loss of computer privileges. Any immediate discipline needs will be brought to the attention of the Assistant Principal.

6. Supplies:
Rochester Community Schools provides all necessary materials and supplies for curricular classes.
Parents who wish to supplement these materials and supplies for their student in this class may consider purchasing the following;
A personal flash drive, (or USB storage device), for the safe keeping of personal artwork and other course files.
$5.00 suggested donation to cover cost of printing student artwork and other additional art supplies