GRAPHIC ARTS COURSE GUIDE
During this semester you will have to work hard, but you’ll have fun in this “work setting,” make some pretty cool projects, and be provided with an opportunity to learn the skills necessary to break into this ever-changing hi-tech business of Graphic Design.
SAFETY
Your personal safety is the most critical aspect of any function you perform in this lab. There is dangerous equipment and supplies in this lab, which, if not used properly, can severely hurt you. During the safety unit we will cover many aspects of safety; however, here are a few of the safety guidelines we will be adhering to:
ABSOLUTELY NO HORSEPLAY in the graphic arts lab!
Food, candy, gum, and drinks are to be consumed in the cafeteria ONLY
When in doubt on a procedure, ask your instructor!
No matter how small, let the instructor know about an injury!
No one is to be in the lab area unless working on a specific project or assignment!
No loose clothing, jewelry, or loose long hair when operating equipment!
Eye protection must be worn when handling chemicals, using pressure washer and pressurized air!
PROFESSIONALISM
When you come to class you will be reporting to “work.” As you would with a job, be prepared, maintain an attitude of respect towards others, yourself and your instructor at all times. Just like a real job, there is to be no “sleeping on the job.” Please refrain from any PDA (public display of affection) while you are in class. Copyright Law – any logo, artwork or printed material that is copyrighted may not be reproduced in our lab. This is your opportunity to create all your own “original work.”
GRADING SYSTEM
The projects, written assignments, tests, performance evaluations, employability skills and lab work are all based on the point system. It’s pretty simple - You don’t do the work, you don’t get the points!
Class work = 10%, Content Reading = 10%, Content Writing = 10%, Employability = 10%, Tests = 10%, Quizzes = 10%, Projects = 20%, Final Exam = 20% TOTAL = 100%
MAKEUP POLICY
As a professional, it is your responsibility to find out the missing assignments and complete them on time. If you have an excused absence, you will be granted as many days as you were excused to complete the assignment. If an assignment comes in late without being excused, for each day the assignment is late, 10% will be deducted.
DISCIPLINE
Any student who willfully defies any of the lab rules, safety rules, or reacts in an unprofessional, inappropriate or disrespectful manner will be subject to detentions, administrator referrals, and/or further disciplinary action.
DAILY GRADES
Each day you are given an “employability” grade. You earn these points by being a good “employee”. The grade is based on the following criteria: cleaning your assigned workstation each day, being punctual, dependable, adhering to lab and classroom rules, being cooperative, showing initiative, displaying respect towards others, the equipment, and your instructor. One of the most important aspects of your performance is your ATTITUDE
ABSENCE/TARDIES
Unexcused absences will have an impact on your “employability” grade. Any unexcused tardy will result in disciplinary actions, as highlighted in the Pebblebrook handbook. The only way to make up these lost points is to do extra credit work over and above your requirements. This work can only be given by the instructor, and is reserved for special circumstances.
CONTACT
Alvin DeCuir (770) 819-2521 ext. 270 Email is the best way to contact the instructor. alvin.decuir@cobbk12.org
PROJECTS
Due dates of all assignments and projects will be posted on the board. All projects are to be placed in the metal box on my computer table unless they do not fit. In that case, they are to be placed in the “Projects to be graded” box. If you did not receive a grading sheet with your project, then your project was NOT graded!
GRAPHIC ARTS LABORATORY GUIDELINES/AGREEMENT
I will follow all rules as outlined by the Student/Parent Handbook.
1. I will keep my cell phone at home or put away at all times!
2. I will come to class prepared with pen, paper and be ready to learn.
3. I will assemble in the instructional area and take my assigned seat on time.
4. I will stop talking when the bell rings, and maintain a positive learning atmosphere.
5. I will keep ALL FOOD and DRINK out of the graphic arts room.
6. I will take care of my personal “restroom” business before class.
7. I will always wait for the daily instruction and NEVER go directly to work in the lab.
8. I will only be in the lab if I am working on a specified project.
9. No student is to ever go into the teacher’s desk unless they have permission to do so.
10. I will always treat any substitute with the same respect as my instructor or lose lab privileges.
11. No student is to ever leave the room without permission from the instructor.
12. The clean-up assignments must be done properly and checked by the Instructor.
13. I will put all my graded paperwork, assignments and project samples in my Graphic Arts folder that will be located in the student folder area.
14. I can be as creative and imaginative as possible with my projects so long as they remain in good taste and are appropriate.
I realize that if I violate any of the above guidelines, I will lose points for each infraction on my employability grade, lose lab privileges, or other disciplinary action will occur. My daily attitude and accomplishments will be what governs my employability grade and overall success in school.
I CHOOSE TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR MY WORK, MY ENVIRONMENT, AND MY LEARNING!!
I am responsible for adhering to all of the information on this sheet. I have read it, understand what is expected and if I have any questions, I will ask my instructor.
