I. CATALOG DESCRIPTION:II. NUMBER OF TIMES COURSE MAY BE TAKEN FOR CREDIT: OneIII. PREREQUISITE AND/OR ADVISORY SKILLS: NoneIV. EXPECTED OUTCOMES FOR STUDENTS:A. demonstrate an understanding of the Elements of Design and the importance of craftsmanship and how it is essential to the art-making process;B. employ various media and related techniques and discuss assigned problems/projects using appropriate terminology;C. explain the interaction between art and technology;D. express an appreciation of art and artists based on visits to galleries and museums;E. produce finished works that demonstrate an understanding of symmetrical and asymmetrical and radial balance, positive and negative shapes, vertical, horizontal, and diagonal lines, the use of space and rhythm, (progressive, alternating, flowing, and repetitive);F. prepare finished works that demonstrate an understanding of two and simple three dimensional art involving the elements of design in low relief and paper folding;G. examine critically their own work and the work of others.V. CONTENTA. Elements of designB. Symmetrical and asymmetrical and radial balanceVI. METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:A. Lecture and demonstrationB. Slides, videos, books, and periodicals used to illustrate techniques and concepts presented in classC. Field Trips to observe works of art that demonstrate the specific techniquesD. Individual instruction as neededVII. TYPICAL ASSIGNMENTS:A. In-class assignments1. Develop a work that demonstrates artistic use of vertical, horizontal, and diagonal lines.2. Create a two dimensional work that emphasizes elements of space and rhythm.VIII. EVALUATION:A. Methods1. Evaluation of degree of craftsmanship exhibited2. Assessment of the student’s understanding of particular techniques taught in this class3. Final review of finished works contained in the students’ portfolios4. Individual and group critiquesB. Frequency1. Four to six finished works2. Four to six individual and group critiques3. One final review of all finished work contained in the portfolioIX. TYPICAL TEXTS:A. Lauer, David A. and Stephen Pentak. Design Basics. 5th ed. Florence, KY: Wadsworth Publishing, 2004.X. OTHER MATERIALS REQUIRED OF STUDENTS:A. As required: various tools and materials appropriate to the course content and class assignmentsLas Positas College3033 Collier Canyon RoadLivermore, CA 94551-7650(925) 424-1000(925) 443-0742 (Fax)Course Outline for Art 10DESIGN AND MATERIALSI. CATALOG DESCRIPTION:ART 10 — DESIGN AND MATERIALS — 3 unitsIntroduction to the basic elements of design: line, texture, value, shape, color, light, and spatial concepts. Experimentation with paper, cardboard, cloth, etc. Emphasis on two-dimensional design. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours studio.II. NUMBER OF TIMES COURSE MAY BE TAKEN FOR CREDIT: OneIII. PREREQUISITE AND/OR ADVISORY SKILLS: NoneIV. EXPECTED OUTCOMES FOR STUDENTS:Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:A. demonstrate an understanding of the Elements of Design and the importance of craftsmanship and how it is essential to the art-making process;B. employ various media and related techniques and discuss assigned problems/projects using appropriate terminology;C. explain the interaction between art and technology;D. express an appreciation of art and artists based on visits to galleries and museums;E. produce finished works that demonstrate an understanding of symmetrical and asymmetrical and radial balance, positive and negative shapes, vertical, horizontal, and diagonal lines, the use of space and rhythm, (progressive, alternating, flowing, and repetitive);F. prepare finished works that demonstrate an understanding of two and simple three dimensional art involving the elements of design in low relief and paper folding;G. examine critically their own work and the work of others.V. CONTENTA. Elements of designB. Symmetrical and asymmetrical and radial balanceC. Vertical, horizontal, and diagonal lineD. Space and rhythmE. Two and simple-three dimensional work involving the elements of design in low relief and paper foldingF. Design TerminologyG. Artistic expression through various technologiesH. Constructive classroom critique that reinforces skills and concepts learned - such as craftsmanship, balance, shapes, lines, space and rhythm, and dimension - and further encourages individual styles.VI. METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:A. Lecture and demonstrationB. Slides, videos, books, and periodicals used to illustrate techniques and concepts presented in classC. Field Trips to observe works of art that demonstrate the specific techniquesCourse Outline for ART 10 Page 2DESIGN AND MATERIALSD. Individual instruction as neededVII. TYPICAL ASSIGNMENTS:A. In-class assignments1. Develop a work that demonstrates artistic use of vertical, horizontal, and diagonal lines.2. Create a two dimensional work that emphasizes elements of space and rhythm.VIII. EVALUATION:A. Methods1. Evaluation of degree of craftsmanship exhibited2. Assessment of the student’s understanding of particular techniques taught in this class3. Final review of finished works contained in the students’ portfolios4. Individual and group critiquesB. Frequency1. Four to six finished works2. Four to six individual and group critiques 3. One final review of all finished work contained in the portfolioIX. TYPICAL TEXTS:A. Lauer, David A. and Stephen Pentak. Design Basics. 5th ed. Florence, KY: Wadsworth Publishing, 2004.X. OTHER MATERIALS REQUIRED OF STUDENTS: A. As required: various tools and materials appropriate to the course content and classassignmentsCreation Date: 10/93Revision Date: 8/18/05, 11/28/05Date Approved by Curriculum Committee: 11/30/05Effective Date: Fall