347
advanced
visual avm
communication media
Students in the advanced visual media course explore advanced technology tools to create a variety of digital, web, and print projects, including a video podcast, portfolio website, product redesign, photographic study and, photo montage. These advanced projects are designed for immediate application to meet current demands in most business, marketing, advertising, and design situations.
spring 09
caryn esplin
spori 231
208.496.1831
208.339.3395
[e-mail]
This course is designed for students with intermediate and advanced visual media experience. Successful completion of Comm 130 Visual Media is required. Comm 497R Custom Images is recommended, though not a required prerequisite. Students use state-of-the-art Apple computers and software in a hands-on classroom-lab environment ideal for active learning. For example, students will discuss, analyze, and share the principles of effective web design in a group setting, then immediately incorporate their understanding as they practice the related skill set. Students will often have class time to work on assigned projects where the instructor and TA are available for assistance and critique. Detailed project guides, sample projects, written and video tutorials, along with evaluation forms are available in I-Learn. Course materials are also available for download through iTunes University via a link in I-Learn.
overview
Advanced Visual Media learners will achieve the following learning outcomes: 1. Create advanced print, web, and digital projects including: self-portrait collage, product redesign, photodesign study, video podcast, and portfolio website. 2. Design and publish a 12+page personal FTP website, including advanced site mapping and roll-overs to present projects consistent with the principles of effective design. 3. Actively experience visual communication and technology tools while working in creative teams to design, critique, and evaluate marketing case studies. 4. Analyze and apply principles and concepts in effective web design, print design, typography, presentations, image editing, advertising, and podcasting. 5. Achieve mastery skills in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe DreamWeaver, Adobe Fireworks, iTunes, GarageBand, and iMovie. 6. Apply advanced online, technology, and presentation skills with the Macintosh operating system and included applications. 7. Acquire the latest visual media and design expertise to facilitate quality employment. 8. Become an advanced visual communicator and technology expert to facilitate service as disciple leaders for the Savior Jesus Christ.
learning outcomes
materials
1 gb USB Flash Drive and printing costs: Approximately $15 Subscription to DreamHost web hosting (includes domain): $69 (12 months) Optional texts: Visual Media Course Manual - Fourth edition by Caryn Esplin Custom Images: Photoshop Tips & Tricks by Caryn Esplin
avm
communication 347
spring 09
caryn esplin
spori 231
208.496.1831
208.339.3395
[e-mail]
projects
PROJECT 1. Self-Portrait Collage 2. Product Redesign 3. Photodesign Study 4. Video Podcast 5. Portfolio Website POINTS 30 50 50 50 70 PROGRAMS Photoshop InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop Photoshop, Dreamweaver/Flash iMovie, Photoshop, GarageBand Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Fireworks
Projects 250 points Prep/Drafts/Critiques 85 points Pre-Test 15 points Total Points: 350 points
grading
A 94-100% A- 90-93.9% B+ 87-89.9% B 84-86.9% B- 80-83.9% C+ 77-79.9%
C 74-76.9% C- 70-73.9% D+ 67-69.9% D 64-66.9% D- 60-63.9% F 59.9% or less
Students are expected to follow the learning model by preparing for class and taking an active learning role. Preparation points are awarded for submitting activities before class, participating in group critiques and discussions during class. Students are also encouraged teach to colleagues by sharing tutorials and demonstrating skills.
learning model
Attendance is vital. Students who miss class must obtain the missed information from another student. More than five absences may result in course failure. All work is due at the beginning of class, and late work will not be accepted. For a planned absence, projects must be completed before the deadline and left under the instructors door, Spori 231, and/or submitted online, per the respective requirements.
deadlines
To help compensate for computer or personal emergencies, students are allowed a mulligan, which allows them to submit an assignment two days late without a reduction in points. This mulligan may not be used on the website final critique or presentation. Students need to notify the instructor before the deadline in order to use the mulligan.
mulligans
Students are expected to observe the BYU-Idaho Honor Code. All work must be original. Copyright laws will be strictly observed and violations may result in project or course failure, depending on the seriousness of the violation.
ethics
In compliance with applicable disability law, qualified students with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Students must disclose to the teacher any special need she/he may have before the end of the first week of class.
disabilities
avm schedule
communication 347 spring 09 caryn esplin spori 231
208.496.1831 208.339.3395
[e-mail]
* For helpful tips and details about deadlines, see Preparation in I-Learn
DAT E 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Apr 21 Tue Apr 23 Thu Apr 28 Tue Apr 30 Thu May 5 Tue May 7 Thu May 12 Tue May 14 Thu May 19 Tue May 21 Thu May 26 Tue May 28 Thu Jun 2 Tue Jun 4 Thu Jun 9 Tue Jun 11 Thu Jun 16 Tue Jun 18 Thu Jun 23 Tue Jun 25 Thu Jun 30 Tue Jul 2 Thu Jul 7 Tue Jul 9 Thu Jul 14 Tue Jul 16 Thu Jul 21 Tue Jul 23 Thu
UNI T Introduction
TOPIC Overview VM review Intros P1 VM Review P2 Plan Domains
DEA DL INES* Blog Intro in class
PTS 3 30 10 10 4 4 2/2 50 2 4 4 4 50 2 4 4 4 50 2 4 4 4 8 15 70
P1 Self-Portrait Collage
Pre-Test (take in I-Learn before class) Home pg & Self Portrait pg P2 Plan & Style Guide P2 Package design P2 Wrapped Pkg / Photo
Website Setup Product Redesign
P5 DH-DW Site folders Save .ste P...