• Have a solid understanding of the software programs Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Bridge and Adobe Illustrator
• Understand the program’s keyboard shortcuts, drawing, painting and selection tools
• Utilize selection tools to isolate areas of the image for editing
• Utilize painting tools and be able to perform basic image retouching edit and color correct images, using color modes, channels, Levels and Color Balance.
• Understand Image Resolution
• Understand and work easily with layers and adjustment layers
• Use the Pen tool to create and edit vector paths
• Understand layer effects and filters
• Work easily with layer masks, the shape tool, the pen tool, gradients and type
• Create complex vector imagery in Illustrator
• Be able to import images into the computer using scanning software, digital cameras, and using other art resources (e.g. stock art) for manipulation

3. Course Objectives (Student Learning Outcomes)

Through studio projects involving technical demonstrations, artistic exercises, discussions and critiques students will accomplish the following:

• Explore artistic concepts involved in the development of ideas and the production of digitally produced images/projects created utilizing emerging technologies.

• Develop a familiarity with the high-tech environment while working with specialized art software.

• Learn to place emphasis on understanding software and articulating their conscious intentions, and coherent aesthetics.

• Express personal ideas and opinions through the artistic process.

• Experience individual artistic growth through projects involving concept and technique.

• Develop technically proficient and intellectually sound individual projects.

• Begin preparation leading towards a career as an artist working in computer graphics.

4. Topics to be covered

• The basics of computer graphics/computer graphics terminology
• Collection, creation, and flatbed scanning of imagery, which will include personal artwork in combination with other sources such as:
• Drawings
• Photography and stock photography
• Painting
• Sculpture
• Printed matter
• Found objects

• Discussion of Artistic concepts such as:
• Composition
• Color Palette
• Perspective
• Light and shadow

• Familiarity with Computer Hardware and Saving Files:
• Saving files with proper file organization
• Saving files for print and for the web

• Presentation and class critique of projects.
• Files on CD/DVD
• Photoshop documents (.psd files)
• Illustrator documents (.ai files)
• Printed and mounted images for presentation or for physical or digital portfolio

• Lecture
• Discussion
• Demonstration
• Hands-on
• Critiques

6. Required Texts

The Following texts can be purchased at the CSUCI bookstore or at any local or online bookstore of your choice. Amazon.com has very good prices. Click on the images below to purchase your book directly from Amazon.

* Please make sure books are purchased by the beginning of the 2nd week of classes.

• Photoshop CS3 for Windows and Macintosh by Elaine Weinmann, Peter Lourekas, # Publisher: Peachpit Press; 1 edition (July 2, 2007),  ISBN-10: 0321473795, ISBN-13: 978-0321473790
  
  
• Illustrator CS3 for Windows and Macintosh by Elaine Weinmann, Peter Lourekas, # Publisher: Peachpit Press; 1 edition, ISBN-10: 0321510453, # ISBN-13: 978-0321510457
  
  

7. Required Course Materials:

Media for saving your files:

A media storage device such as:

• Portable hard drive (external USB drive for backups and extra storage) or
• a USB storage device (flash drive) for backing up and storing smaller projects.

Label your media with your name and phone number. ALWAYS back up your work, at school and at home, especially any work you put on the Art Class Shares server.
8. Required Software

This course requires that you have access to Photoshop and Illustrator which  will be used to create graphics used the following multimedia software application:

• Photoshop CS3
• Illustrator CS3
  
  Usually the best deal is to buy a "bundle" which contains several pieces of software, the price is usually cheaper if you go this way, for information about web bundles and the Master Collection on Adobe’s site:
  

• Adobe Design Premium
• Adobe CS3 Web Editions
• Adobe CS3 Master Collection

Before you buy check out the Adobe Student Pricing found below

• Adobe Student Pricing

If you do not have a home computer, The Art Complex here at school has the Mac computer lab in Topanga Hall (TH1976) and The Broome Library Art Computer Lab (BRO1760) that you will have access to by taking this course. (Please check the lab for hours of operation).

If you are planning on buying this software check for student discounts at:

The CSUCI bookstore
www.gradware.com
www.journeyed.com
www.academicsuperstore.com
www.campustech.com
www.creationengine.com
www.studica.com
9. Hardware Information
CSUCI Student, Staff, and Faculty Computer Discounts

1. Dell Computers currently offers discounts on new computers through a special program for the academic community. Currently Dell is offering a 10% discount with a 3 year service agreement to our university community. For information on what computers are available and the program's benefits use the member login number and follow the link to the Dell website:
• Member ID # - US34819303
• Dell's Education Personal Purchase Program
2. CSUCI students, faculty and staff may also shop at the Apple Store for CSUCI, which provides special academic pricing on Mac computers

10. Resources for Student Computing Needs

• Student Guide to Buying a Computer (PDF 69KB)
• Tips for Personal Computer Health (PDF 54KB)
• Student Computing Cheat Sheet (PDF 62KB)

11. Recommended materials

1. Wacom Tablet:

A wacom tablet & pen (very highly recommended for drawing and for ergonomic concerns) are available for purchase at wacom.com, or at any computer store or student software online store.. Intuos 6x8 model costs $329.95.

http://www.wacom.com/index2.cfm for information about wacom tablets but purchase from a student software source for better prices. See above or click here for a list of sellers.
New wacom tablets are available in the lab. Pens may be checked out by me by giving me your student ID or driver's license at the beginning of class. Please return pens at the end of class and don't forget to get your ID. If you lose a pen you are liable for the cost of the replacement of the pen which is around $50. Consider purchasing your own personal pen or tablet for use in and out of class.

2. Notebook/sketchbook or folder for collecting inspirational photos, drawings and for sketching ideas and web layouts.

12. Methods of Student Evaluation
The final student grade in this course will be based on a combination of in-class assignments, homework assignments which will include a midterm test and final project, quizzes, class attendance and participation. I expect you to be actively surfing the web for interesting flash-based websites and to be ready at all times with these sites as I ask for them at the beginning of class. This will be part of your participation grade. Full attendance and participation is especially necessary since homework assignments must reflect successful solutions to the issues raised in class.
*You must spend time outside of this class on the computer practicing the concepts covered in class, be it at home or in the Computer Lab here or on campus. There is no substitute for putting time in on the computer.
Your performance will be evaluated by:
your ability to successfully complete a series of assigned in-class and out-of-class assignments on time (as if I was a real client expecting a completed job). I DO NOT accept e-mailed assignments.

• Weekly assignments will be given as we progress through the course material. You are expected to complete all assignments.
• Written or practical quizzes will test you on the information you have learned about specific computer software and concepts covered in class.
• Participation in the class – means:
• Engage the professor and the other students in discussion.
• Listen attentively.
• Ask the professor to repeat a concept, theory, or idea
• Bring in flash websites, resource websites or articles or news relevant to the class material that might be of interest to all the students.
• Attend class and willingly involve yourself in the class activities.
• Make constructive and thoughtful comments during class critiques.

13. Course Policies
1. Professionalism
As a future design or art professional, you need to begin to develop a professional attitude toward all aspects of what you do. Students are expected to attend all classes--arriving on time and staying until the class is dismissed. Excessive absences as well as consistently arriving late to class will have a negative effect on the overall grade. Roll will be taken regularly. Students arriving after the classes has started and I have taken roll are considered tardy. Any combination of two tardies or early departures will count as an absence. If you arrive late to class and I have already marked you absent, you must make me aware of your presence at the break or it will stay on my books as an absence. Often, I will give an in-class assignment that is completed during the class session. It is also essential that students be present for class lectures and critiques.
If you have 3 or more unexcused absences your overall grade will be lowered one grade level. If you know you will not be attending class, for whatever reason, call me or email me one day ahead of time as you would call a boss when missing a day of work.
2. Late work
All assignments should be submitted in class on the specified due date. Late work will automatically receive a lower grade.

14. Grading Criteria
This course utilizes a “+/-” grading system. Grades will be determined based on the breakdown of the following corresponding percentages of total points earned.

• Attendance, Critique Participation 10%
• Weekly Projects 40%
• Midterm Project 20%
• Final Project 30%

Grades will be as follows:
A Exceptional
B Above average
C Average
D Below Average
F Failing (or project not complete)
No make-up quizzes will be given for the individual quizzes or the final. You must hand in your final project when it is due. No late projects will be accepted. No excuses. The final CD/DVD will also include ALL class projects, the midterm and the final project. CDs not received on that day or CDs that do not work will receive a failing grade for the final. Please perform testing on CDs before handing them in to make sure they are in working order. CD’s must be neatly labeled with your Name, email address, Art 205, Fall 2008. I will not accept CDs without a sleeve or plastic case.
*Cheating, plagiarism, or other forms of academic dishonesty will affect your grade adversely, as will non- attendance and late arrival to class and early departure from class.
15. Instructions for Students on Academic Honesty
Students are expected to maintain the highest professional standards of academic honesty and integrity. Academic dishonesty (cheating, fabrications, plagiarism, forgery, etc.) will result in a grade of “F” for the assignment, project, or test. In accordance with the CSU Channel Islands policy on academic dishonesty, students in this course who submit the work of others as their own (plagiarize), cheat on tests and examinations, help other students cheat or plagiarize, or commit other acts of academic dishonesty will receive appropriate academic penalties, up to and including failing the course. Therefore, submit your own work and give credit when referencing the work of others. Please refer to the CSUCI Catalog for additional policies and consequences.
*Additionally, all work turned in for this course must be original work for this course and may not be submitted for other courses currently being taken or have been turned in for previously taken courses.

16. Holidays / No Classes

• No class Monday, Sept. 1, 2008, Labor Day Holiday
• No class Monday and Tuesday, November 10th and 11th, 2008, Veteran’s Day Holiday
• No class Thursday & Friday, November 27 and 28th, 2008, Thanksgiving Holiday

17. Final Dates

• Tuesday, Dec. 9, 8:00-10:00 am

18. Classroom Policy

• I will not permit students to use classroom computers for purposes other than assignments for this class. Random web surfing not related to class activities, checking/writing e-mail, listening to music with earphones, participating in online chat rooms, playing games online, talking or answering cell phones, texting, and working on assignments for other classes. Disruptive talking is very distracting to the instructor and your fellow students and will not be tolerated.
• Please turn off all cell phones before arriving to class.

Student conduct, which disrupts the learning process, shall not be tolerated and may lead to disciplinary action and/or removal from class.
19. Students with Disabilities
If you have a disability kindly identify yourself to me so that you can receive reasonable accommodation for learning and evaluation.

Cal State Channel Islands is committed to equal educational opportunities for qualified students with disabilities in compliance with Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. The mission of Disability Accommodation Services is to assist students with disabilities to realize their academic and personal potential. Students with physical, learning, or other disabilities are encouraged to contact the Disability Accommodation Services office at (805) 437-8510 for personal assistance and accommodations.
20. College use of student work
By participating in this course, your work may be used by CSUCI, for promotional purposes only. These uses include, but are not limited to, display in physical and web galleries, promotional videotapes, and printed promotional pieces. You retain complete rights to your work, and CSUCI may not use your work for non-promotional purposes without your prior agreement. Simply let your professor or Art Program chair Jack Reilly know if you do not wish to have your work shown.
21. Adds & Drops

It is the responsibility of the student to add (with my signature) or drop themselves from the class in accordance with the guidelines of the CSUCI Registration Office.
22. Art Program Policies
ART Program Policy on Ownership, Copyright, Sale and Storage of Student Artwork
In accordance with CSUCI Senate Policy SP 06-18 Policy on Intellectual Property:
Ownership of Student Artwork
Students retain ownership of tangible, physical artworks (objects) they create in their courses at CSUCI, unless the Art Program/University has provided extraordinary funding, materials or other resources involved in the production or fabrication of the artwork. The Art Program/University may temporarily retain a piece of student artwork for a period of up to six months for the purpose of publicity or exhibition.
Copyright
Students own copyright to artwork they have produced at CSUCI. By enrolling at the University, the student grants the Art Program/University nonexclusive rights to reproduce imagery of artwork that has been created in CSUCI art courses for the purpose of documentation or publicity.
Sales of Student Artwork
Students have the right to sell artwork they produce in CSUCI art courses unless the Art Program/University has provided extraordinary funding, materials or resources involved in the production or fabrication of the artwork. In the case that a student’s artwork is sold by the student or by the Art Program/University with permission of the student, the student is entitled to the entire sale price of the artwork. The student is solely responsible for collecting and paying applicable taxes related to the sale of the artwork as required by state and federal law.
ART Program Computer Lab Policies

1. Only students currently enrolled in CSUCI ART courses that utilize the ART computer labs (rooms TOP 1978 and 1932 and BRO 1760) for assigned coursework are allowed access to the lab and computers.
2. No eating or drinking or open food or drink containers are allowed in the Topanga Hall Art computer labs.
3. Computers and software applications may only be used for ART Program coursework and assignments and not for personal use.
4. The ART computer labs are designed exclusively for the purpose of computer graphics and digital art applications. Absolutely no printing of research papers or related imagery is allowed.
5. No multiple-image or reproduction printing is allowed in the ART computer labs. Please use campus copy machines for that purpose.
6. Each student enrolled in an ART course that are scheduled in the ART computer labs will have 1 storage folder on located the ART Server for personal data storage of ART coursework projects. Do not create special icons, pictures etc. for personal identity on assigned folders.
7. When creating your file on the ART Server you must use the following format: Lastname_Firstname. ART faculty or staff will delete files labeled with a different format.
8. Limit your data storage to a reasonable amount. Files containing excessive data storage will be located and deleted.
9. Do not install software of any kind (including Email programs) on the ART computer lab computers or ART Server.
10. Do not leave files on the computer display/desktop; they will be subject to deletion. Help keep desktops clean and orderly. 
11. No downloading of music, movies, pornography or copyrighted material in the ART computer labs or personal computers, via the CSUCI network. This is an illegal activity.
12. In the case that there are empty/available computers during scheduled classes, ART students must have obtained permission (prior to class session) from the instructor of the class in session, in order to use an available computer in the ART computer lab. Students may not seek instruction for projects from other classes or in any way disturb the instructor or students enrolled in the class that is currently in session. It is entirely up to the discretion of the instructor to grant or deny permission to students not enrolled in the class who wish to work during other scheduled classes.
13. Students working with audio must use headphones.
14. Students must remove all files from the ART server at the end of the semester for hard drive clean up and reformatting.
15. Students who disregard any of these rules will immediately loose access to the use of the ART computer labs.