Course Information
Two Dimensional Design explores the creation and use of the elements and principles of design as applied to visual communication. Traditional and contemporary tools of design are introduced as students work through a variety of visual design projects. Conceptual development and creativity are emphasized. This course is designed to prepare students for intermediate-level visual arts courses in both transfer and career programs in art, design, and interactive media.
This section is different from other ARTS 131 sections because it is a hybrid course -- both online and face-to-face class sessions. This requires you to work on your own for a good portion of the semester, and assumes you are comfortable on the computer.
You would be considered a perfect fit for this section if you meet one of the following criteria:
- You have used an Adobe program (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.). This implies that you have used the software more than once, and are more than vaguely familiar with the Adobe inteface.
OR - You are computer savvy and pick up software on your own very quickly. You most likely use many computer programs and feel at ease at the computer.
If you do not fit any of these criteria, consider signing up for a face to face section of ARTS 131, or contact me for more help and questions on this hybrid offering (Assistant Professor Deborah Ciccarelli - dciccarelli@ccbcmd.edu).
Before registering for a hybrid or online course:
- Review the required face-to-face dates (below)
- Check your technical savvy to be sure you have to skills required for an online student
- See the technical requirements for online learning at CCBC using WebCT (the online application/site where all materials will be presented)
- Take the distance learning assessment tool
Face-to-Face Dates
ARTS 131 WCH is a hybrid course that requires 6 face-to-face class sessions. These sessions are required and will be on Monday nights from 5:45-9:30pm at the Catonsville campus in Q229. The dates for these sessions are:
- February 1st
- February 15th
- March 1st
- March 22nd
- April 12th
- April 26th
Course Materials
Course projects will be in traditional art mediums (e.g. pen and ink) and digital art mediums.Two software applications will be utilized for various course projects. These applications include Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop. Access to these programs is necessary to complete the course work. You are not required to purchase the software, as on-campus access is available via open lab times. However, if you do not have transportation to campus or access to these programs on your own computer, this section of this course is not recommended.
Materials & Text:
- Launching the Imagination, Third Edition, by Mary Stewart
- Blank CDR Media or USB flash drive or other removable media
- Tracing paper
- Sketchbook or drawing paper
- Mat board
- Colored papers (construction, scrapbooking, color-aide, etc.)
- 2-ply Bristol board or card stock
- Drawing pencils
- Charcoal (any type of drawing charcoal)
- Drafting pen or illustration marker (black)
- White glue stick or rubber cement #11
- X-acto knife
- Scissors
- 12” – 18” Metal ruler with cork backing
- Drafting 45/45/90 Triangle
Note: This course will be taught using the CS4 version of Adobe software. Use of version CS3 should suffice, though menus may be slightly different.
If you questions regarding open lab availability or software, contact Assistant Professor Deborah Ciccarelli - dciccarelli@ccbcmd.edu.
Course Assignments
Course assignments will include design projects, samples collection, and a motif research project. Course projects will utilize cut paper, pen and ink, and digital applications. Sample collections will be submitted using the WebCT discussion board and utilize online resources such as online design magazines, galleries, and professional pages. The final project is research on a motif or a theme within art and design.
Online Orientation
After registering look for your WebCT login and other introductory materials in the mail. Please notify the instructor if you do not receive these materials before the first day of classes. Once you have your login, enter the course and start reviewing Unit 0 which will help you become familiar with WebCT and other skills for this online course. Be sure to also review the tips for success.
For additional help in getting started in an online course for which you are registered, please check the Online Help Desk. If you have any questions on how to log in to the passworded portions of an online course for which you are registered, please check the Online Help Desk.