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Computer Graphics Using the Macintosh Platform
I. Course Prefix/Number: ART 266
Course Name: Computer Graphics Using the Macintosh Platform
Credits: 1 lecture; 2 lab
II. Prerequisite
ART 216 and ART 225, or consent of instructor
III. Course (Catalog) Description
Course covers production of computer graphics, using Macintosh platform in graphic design production environment.
IV. Learning Objectives
A. Explain the advantages and disadvantages to using the Macintosh platform in a graphic design production environment.
B. Identify the differences between the Macintosh platform and the IBM platform as it relates to graphic design software.
C. Produce computer images using graphic design software on the Macintosh computer.
B. Identify the differences between the Macintosh platform and the IBM platform as it relates to graphic design software.
C. Produce computer images using graphic design software on the Macintosh computer.
V. Academic Integrity
Students and employees at Oakton Community College are required to demonstrate academic integrity
and follow Oakton's Code of Academic Conduct. This code prohibits:
• cheating,
• plagiarism (turning in work not written by you, or lacking proper citation),
• falsification and fabrication (lying or distorting the truth),
• helping others to cheat,
• unauthorized changes on official documents,
• pretending to be someone else or having someone else pretend to be you,
• making or accepting bribes, special favors, or threats, and
• any other behavior that violates academic integrity.
There are serious consequences to violations of the academic integrity policy. Oakton's policies and procedures provide students a fair hearing if a complaint is made against you. If you are found to have violated the policy, the minimum penalty is failure on the assignment and, a disciplinary record will be established and kept on file in the office of the Vice President for Student Affairs for a period of 3 years.
Details of the Code of Academic Conduct can be found in the Student Handbook.
• cheating,
• plagiarism (turning in work not written by you, or lacking proper citation),
• falsification and fabrication (lying or distorting the truth),
• helping others to cheat,
• unauthorized changes on official documents,
• pretending to be someone else or having someone else pretend to be you,
• making or accepting bribes, special favors, or threats, and
• any other behavior that violates academic integrity.
There are serious consequences to violations of the academic integrity policy. Oakton's policies and procedures provide students a fair hearing if a complaint is made against you. If you are found to have violated the policy, the minimum penalty is failure on the assignment and, a disciplinary record will be established and kept on file in the office of the Vice President for Student Affairs for a period of 3 years.
Details of the Code of Academic Conduct can be found in the Student Handbook.
VI. Sequence of Topics
A. Application of graphic design principles to the Macintosh platform
1. Frame of reference
2. Symbolism and communication
3. Legibility and visual expression
4. Communication
B. Advantages and disadvantages of using the Macintosh platform in a graphic design production environment.
C. Typography
1. Range of fonts
2. Type size
3. Pictorial and display fonts
4. Postscript
D. Color
1. Color range
2. Gamma
3. CMYK and color modes
E. File formats
1. Graphic formats
2. Printer specifications and issues
3. Color separations
F. Graphics design applications and production issues
1. PhotoShop
2. Quarkxpress
3. Adobe Illustrator
1. Frame of reference
2. Symbolism and communication
3. Legibility and visual expression
4. Communication
B. Advantages and disadvantages of using the Macintosh platform in a graphic design production environment.
C. Typography
1. Range of fonts
2. Type size
3. Pictorial and display fonts
4. Postscript
D. Color
1. Color range
2. Gamma
3. CMYK and color modes
E. File formats
1. Graphic formats
2. Printer specifications and issues
3. Color separations
F. Graphics design applications and production issues
1. PhotoShop
2. Quarkxpress
3. Adobe Illustrator
VII. Methods of Instruction
This course will be taught using a combination of lecture, demonstration, presentation and hands-on studio time in the lab.
Course may be taught as face-to-face, media-based, hybrid or online course.
Course may be taught as face-to-face, media-based, hybrid or online course.
VIII. Course Practices Required
A. Attend and participate in classes and lab sessions.
B. Complete assigned projects by due date.
C. Complete exercises used in class.
D. Participate in critiques as scheduled with completed work.
E. Final exam.
B. Complete assigned projects by due date.
C. Complete exercises used in class.
D. Participate in critiques as scheduled with completed work.
E. Final exam.
IX. Instructional Materials
A. Flash drive or portable hard drive
B. Ink jet paper
B. Ink jet paper
X. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
The final grade will be based upon the following elements and their weights
A. In-class exercises: 5%
B. Assigned projects: 10%
C. Attendance: 15%
D. Critiques: 35%
E. Final Exam: 35%
A. In-class exercises: 5%
B. Assigned projects: 10%
C. Attendance: 15%
D. Critiques: 35%
E. Final Exam: 35%
XI. Other Course Information
Attendance is required at all tests and quizzes. Lab hours will be posted, and open lab time will be available to the student.
If you have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability you may be entitled to reasonable academic accommodations or services. To request accommodations or services, contact the ASSIST office in the Learning Center. All students are expected to fulfill essential course requirements. The College will not waive any essential skill or requirement of a course or degree program.
If you have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability you may be entitled to reasonable academic accommodations or services. To request accommodations or services, contact the ASSIST office in the Learning Center. All students are expected to fulfill essential course requirements. The College will not waive any essential skill or requirement of a course or degree program.
