I. Ongoing participation in class and with studio projects = 60% of final grade
The overall quality of student work is directly reflective on one’s involvement with the class and outside studio practice. Strong participation will naturally impact student development and therefore, grade positively.
These are both the minor projects that emphasize development of fundamental design principles, methods explorations and media advancement, and the final major project at the semester’s conclusion.
Reworking of a project after the initial critique will be allowed at the discretion of the instructor.
Student work is graded on imagination, originality, concept, process, understanding and implementation of design principles, craftsmanship and a successful solution to the problem given.
The safe way is not the best way in visual production, taking risks and experimentation are vital to keeping one’s work fresh and exciting. Incomplete projects will receive an F.
There are 6 major assignments, totaling 60% of the final grade
II.
The DIGITAL Sketchbook, continual additions to WORD.doc, handed in in PDF form = 20%
Evidence of on-going and engaged activity.
Sketchbook entries will also include concept, schematic, weekly entries as assigned by the professor.
Sketchbooks will be checked three times throughout the semester >> check calendar dates. It is your responsibility to keep up with your entries!
III.
2 Multi media presentations and 2 research papers = 20% of final grade
Research is an expectation of all students.
Students will be assigned a specific research topic that will be compiled electronically and delivered to the class.
One presentation will be occur around midterm.
The second presentation, in week 13 and 14.
Formal research papers will accompany both presentations and will illustrate depth full and thorough research practices and information on the selected subject (far beyond what is delivered in the presentation).
Total 100%
This includes all written work, sketchbook concept drawings and maquettes, earlier versions of finished pieces as well as the finished product.
Your work is graded on imagination, originality, concept, process, understanding and implementation of design principles, craftsmanship and a successful solution to the assignment given.
Within this grade will be on your participation, effort, willingness to share your expertise and opinion with peers, follow through and exploration of idea
development.
The safe way is not the best way in the development of new forms, taking risks and experimentation is vital in keeping your work fresh and exciting.
Each student must present his or her ideas for each project to the class in the form of sketches and/or models. Professional practices include attendance, participating in critiques and using the studio responsibly.
UNDERGRADUATE GRADING POLICY
A= Outstanding performance B= Good performance
C= Adequate performance D = less than adequate performance F = seriously deficient
Grades calculated in grade point average (GPAs) as follows:
A = 4.0 A- = 3.67 B+ = 3.33
B = 3.00 B- = 2.67 C+ = 2.33
C =2.00 C- = 1.67 D+ = 1.33
D = 1.00 F = 0.00
Standards for Grading
A: The typical "A" student will consistently follow all of the steps in the creative process, resulting in work that is beyond the students’ previous technical, conceptual and expressive capabilities. Equally important, the A student will conduct research, integrate information from other classes and experiences, follow through on ideas, not opt for an easy way out, will hand in work on time and in a well presented manner, will participate fully in class, ask questions and do extra work when needed in the pursuit of knowledge and greater ability. The work produced is exemplary and sets a benchmark for other students; actively participating in class discussions and critiques with a sustained high level of curiosity. In short, the A student will be a responsible and active learner throughout.
The typical B student: Attend all classes and complete all assignments on time; follow all instructions, demonstrate above average skills and creativity in completing assignments, turn in consistently good work though some further development of knowledge and skills is possible; frequently contribute to discussions and critiques.
C: Have less than perfect attendance; complete all assignments with average skills, attitude and creativity demonstrating limited commitment to the learning process, average use of materials, and ideas that need further development. Occasionally contributes to class discussions and critiques.
D: Have poor attendance; seldom meet deadlines, have an unconcerned attitude, has less than adequate performance; contribute very little to class discussions and critiques.
F: Have poor attendance; seldom meet deadlines; turn in poor work; have a bad attitude, and/or impervious to the learning process.
Studio Policy
Each student must pass a safe equipment use test in which s/he demonstrates safe use of individual power tools.
Records of successful tests will be kept and only after passing the tests will students be allowed to use the power tools and, even then, only during supervised studio hours when the instructor, studio manager or a work-study monitor is present.
Once you have passed the safe use test for a particular tool, your name will be added to a list indicating who may use the tools.
The studio is a communal space. And, it is a SAFE space!
All students must obey the posted studio policy.
You may use the tools as long as you use them safely and return them to the tool check out office in good and clean condition.
Please make sure you wipe down the ENTIRE tool before using and again after using each! This is a habit we MUST embrace whole heartedly throughout the COVID19 pandemic. If sanitizing and cloth wipes are out, please inform me IMMEDIATELY!
Please report broken or damaged tools.
The studio must also be cleaned up and organized after each class.
You are specifically responsible for sweeping and cleaning tabletops in the areas where you worked that day. You are also responsible for wiping down all table tops, stools, any area that you may have come in contact with.
Spend your time wisely, working as much as possible in class.
Use this time to your best advantage!
Cell phones are not to be used in class. Please turn them to vibrate upon entering the classroom.
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