NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE COURSE SYLLABUS   The North Central Texas College (NCTC) Course Syllabus provides the following as required by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB): (1) a brief description of the course including each major course requirement, assignment and examination; (2) the learning objectives for the course; (3) a general description of the subject matter of each lecture or discussion; and (4) any required or recommended readings.  Contact information for the instructor is also provided. The Course Syllabus also provides institutional information to indicate how this course supports NCTC’s purpose and mission. Information specific to a particular section of the course will be included in the Class Syllabus and distributed to enrolled students.

 

Course Title: Digital Imaging I
Course Prefix & Number:    ARTC1302	Section Number:  400	Term Code: Spring 2017
Semester Credit Hours:       3	Lecture Hours:        32	Lab Hours:   32
Course Description (NCTC Catalog):   Digital Imaging using raster image editing and/or image creation software: scanning, resolution, file formats, output devices, color systems, and image-acquisitions.
Course Prerequisite(s):
Course Type: o - Academic General Education Course (from Academic Course Guide Manual but not in NCTC Core) o- Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course x - WECM Course

 

Name of Instructor:	William Hill
Campus/Office Location:	Gainesville Campus, Room 502C
Telephone Number:	940-668-3340
E-mail Address:	whill@nctc.edu

 

 

Name of Chair/Coordinator:	Judy Archer
Office Location:	Room 232
Telephone Number:	940-498-6292
E-mail Address:	jarcher@nctc.edu

 

 

 

REQUIRED OR RECOMMENDED COURSE MATERIALS

Required – Text: Adobe Photoshop Creative Cloud, Comprehensive, Starks; Course Technology; The school’s bookstore has this textbook bundled with an Adobe Certification Exam voucher so that you may become an Adobe Certified Associate in Visual Communications Using Adobe Photoshop CC.

 

Required – Exam Voucher: Adobe Photoshop CC Certification Exam voucher. (Included with the campus bookstore’s bundle mentioned above.) We require our students to take the Adobe Certification Exam at the end of the course. I definitely recommend that you purchase the bundled textbook / exam voucher as it comes at a significantly discounted price. Otherwise, you must purchase it separately and it will cost you more.

 

 

Required - Software: Adobe Photoshop CC software – if you have an older version, you might not be able to complete all labs. If you do not have this software, you have a few options:

1. a) You can purchase it from Adobe.com at academic pricing
2. b) You can purchase a subscription to Adobe’s Creative Cloud – this has many benefits: access to ALL of their software, not just Photoshop; 20GB of online storage; it’s licensed for 2 workstations, and it works on Macs and Windows computers. More info @ Adobe
3. c) Or if you do not want to do the above options, you may come to the Corinth, Flower Mound, or Gainesville campuses and use the school’s computers with the Adobe Photoshop CC software on it.

Recommended: Flash Drive. You are required to keep all lab work until the end of the semester.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS, EVALUATION METHODS, and GRADING CRITERIA

# of Graded Course Elements	Graded Course Elements	Weighted Percentage Values
9	Homework	15% of grade
9	Labwork	40%  of grade
9	Quizzes	15% of grade
5	4 Unit Exams & 1 Adobe Certification Exam	20% of grade
1	Portfolio Project	10% of grade

 

 

GRADING SCALE

	A	>=90%		D    >=60%
	B	>=80%		F    <60%
	C	>=70%

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

WECM End-of-Course Outcomes: Identify terminology, advantages and limitations of image editing software; distinguish bit-mapped resolutions for image acquisitions and output devices; use digital editing and painting tools; use basic half-tone theory in production of images, manipulate, create, and edit digital images for print & for web; specify appropriate file formats.

 

 

	At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
1	Demonstrate using Photoshop to edit an image, using selection tools, and saving Photoshop images in various image formats.
2	Discuss layers, their purpose and use.
3	Demonstrate understanding and usage of colors, the color panel, and color tools to enhance and repair photos.
4	Demonstrate knowledge of color channels, actions, applying filters and patterns to an image.
5	Demonstrate knowledge of vector graphics and the tools used to manipulate images.
6	Demonstrate usage of the web tools and creating slices.
7	Demonstrate use of animation on a web page.

 

 

 

 

ATTENDANCE POLICY

Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered.  Absence does not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work.  Dropping a course is the student's responsibility, but you MAY be dropped for excessive absence.  See Attendance Regulations in the North Central Texas College Catalog. Attendance is taken in this class, and you are expected to prepare for and actively participate in the assignments and the class discussions on a weekly basis. I also expect you to check your email everyday on M-F. I do not check emails on the weekends from Friday at 5:00 pm to Monday morning at 9:00 am. 

 

 

 

 

Last Day to Withdraw: For the Spring 2017 semester, the last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is April 6, 2017. If a student decides to officially drop this course, then it is the student’s responsibility to submit the required forms to the registrar. Students who cease attending and who do not complete a drop slip prior April 6, 2017 will earn a grade of “F”.

 

 

 

 

 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

Topic	General Description of Subject Matter
Editing a Photo	Zooming, cropping, modifying, resizing, and filling images; inserting text; customizing the Photoshop workspace
Using Selection Tools and Shortcut Keys	Using marquee, move, lasso, quick selection, and magic wand tools; using grids, guides, and snapping; using the history panel; using, creating, testing keyboard shortcuts.
Working with Layers	Creating composites with layers, creating layers using different methods; creating layer groups; using transformation commands; using the eraser tools; using layer masks, fine-tuning layers; using adjustments and properties; adding layer styles, using specialized paste commands, and flattening composite images.
Drawing and Painting with Color	Creating a new unedited file; create Smart Objects; select colors, gradients, shapes; using the brushes panel and brush tip shapes; paint using the brush tools; sampling colors with the eyedropper tool.
Enhancing and Repairing Photos	Gathering images using scanners, digital cameras, and web graphics; restoring documents; using the Dodge, Burn, and Sponge tools; repairing images using retouching tools: healing tools, the Red Eye tool; using content-aware tools; the Clone Stamp tool, using lens correction tools and blending modes; enhancing a photo using the Blur, Sharpen, and Smudge tools.
Applying Filters and Patterns	Using the Color panel; using filters to enhance an image; using camera shake reduction; using the Filter Gallery; using the blur filters; creating special effects; using the Paint Bucket tool; utilizing knockouts and trapping; generating image assets; printing hard proofs.
Creating Color Channels and Actions	Using the Channels Panel; creating Alpha channels; using brush modes; replacing colors; warping text; creating actions and action sets; color toning and conversions; preparing for four-color processing; printing color separations.
Working with Vector Graphics and 3D Tools	Creating clip art; using the Pen Tools; using the Paths panel; using the Path Selection and Direct Selection Tools; using 3D tools; using the Line Tool; using the Note Tool and the Notes panel; using the Ruler and the Count Tools;
Web Tools, 3D Modeling, and Animation	Creating a contact sheet; designing a webpage; using Perspective Warp and Puppet Warp; creating navigation bars; creating slices; 3D modeling using meshes, lighting, and materials; creating animations

 

Tentative Schedule for ARTC1302 – Digital Imaging I

Week 1: 1/16—1/20 Introduction and Syllabus (School closed on Monday, 1/16/2017 for Martin Luther King Day)
Chapter 1 – Editing a Photo 

Week 2: 1/23—1/27
Chapter 2 – Using Selection Tools and Shortcut Keys

Week 3: 1/30—2/3
Chapter 3 – Working with Layers

Week 4: 2/6—2/10
Adobe Certification Exam preparation and Portfolio Project

Week 5: 2/13—2/17 Exam 1 (chapters 1, 2, & 3) during 1^st hour of class. Chapter 4 lecture afterwards.
Chapter 4 – Drawing and Painting with Color

Week 6: 2/20—2/24
Adobe Certification Exam preparation and Portfolio Project

Week 7: 2/27— 3/3
Chapter 5 – Enhancing and Repairing Photos

Week 8: 3/6—3/10
Adobe Certification Exam preparation and Portfolio Project

Spring Break: 3/13—3/17 (All campuses closed until Monday 3/20. Please note: Mr. Hill will be unavailable during Spring Break.)

Week 9: 3/20—3/24 Exam 2 (chapters 4 & 5) during 1^st hour of class. Chapter 6 lecture afterwards.
Chapter 6 – Applying Filters and Patterns

Week 10: 3/27—3/31
Adobe Certification Exam preparation and Portfolio Project

Week 11: 4/3—4/7 April 6^th is last day to drop with a “W”
Chapter 7 – Creating Color Channels and Actions

Week 12: 4/10—4/14
Adobe Certification Exam preparation and Portfolio Project                                             

Week 13: 4/17—4/21 Exam 3 (chapters 6 & 7) during 1^st hour of class. Chapter 8 lecture afterwards.
Chapter 8 – Working with Vector Graphics

Week 14: 4/24—4/28
Chapter 9 – Creating Web Pages and Animations                                              

Week 15: 5/1—5/5 Exam 4 (chapters 8 & 9) during 1^st hour of class on first class day.
Adobe Certification Exam preparation and Portfolio Project

Week 16: 5/8—5/12 Final Exam: The Adobe Certification Exam will be scheduled during finals week at the Testing Center. Time to be determined. Commencement is Friday, 5/12.

Student Rights & Responsibilities

NCTC Board policy FLB (Local) Student Rights and Responsibilities states that each student shall be charged with notice and knowledge of the contents and provisions of the rules and regulations concerning student conduct.  These rules and regulations are published in the Student Handbook published in conjunction with the College Catalog. All students shall obey the law, show respect for properly constituted authority, and observe correct standards of conduct. 

 

 

Scholastic Integrity

Scholastic dishonesty shall constitute a violation of college rules and regulations and is punishable as prescribed by Board policies. Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion.  See Student Handbook “Student Rights & Responsibilities:  Student Conduct [FLB (LOCAL)]” #20 on page 175.

 

 

Complaint Procedures

If the complaint involves a problem with an instructor, the student shall discuss the matter with the instructor before requesting a conference with the department chair… If the complaint involves a grade received, the student shall collect all tests, papers, daily assignments, class notes and other relevant material prior to the conference with the instructor in question.  (See Student Handbook > Discussion of Complaint)

 

 

ADA Statement

North Central Texas College is committed to providing equal access to educational opportunities to its students with disabilities by providing assistance through “reasonable accommodations”; and a variety of services and resources through the Special Populations Office. The College does not discriminate on the basis of disabilities in admission or access to its programs. Students are responsible for notifying the office of their need for assistance at least two weeks prior to the beginning of a semester. Students with documented disabilities such as mobility, hearing or visual impairments, learning, and/or psychological disorders are eligible for services. The Special Populations Office on the Gainesville Campus is located in the Counseling/Testing Center room ASC 108 (next door to the bookstore). For assistance, call 940/668-4216 ext. 344. 

 

Civil Rights
In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (P.L.88-352), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (P.L. 92-318). and the Age Discrimination Act of 1978 (P.L. 92-256), North Central Texas College does not discriminate against or exclude from participation in any of its programs or activities, either in the student body or the staff, any person on the grounds of sex, race, color, religion, age, handicap, national origin, or veteran status.

 

Web Page

Visit the North Central Texas College web page for information on registration, financial aid, counseling/advising, and cost of tuition and fees. You will also find information on the catalog and semester schedules as well as courses of study. You can keep up with what is happening on campus by checking the calendar of events and the sports news. The web has information on the library as well as links to other areas of interest. Check out our web page at http://www.nctc.edu

 

Additional content for this course may be found in your Canvas account. Please check there for updates and news.

 

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Disability Services (OSD)

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability.  A disability is anything that can interfere with learning, such as a learning disability, psychological challenge, physical illness or injury. Accommodations may include extra time on tests, tests in a distraction reduced environment, volunteer note taker in class, etc.

 

On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 in the Administration (100) Building or call 940-668-4209.  Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-668-4209 to arrange for an intake appointment with OSD.

 

North Central Texas College is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112).

http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices/Disabilityservices.aspx

 

Support Services

Counseling and Testing staff offer a variety of services to current and prospective students, such as College 101, placement testing, academic advising and course registration, transfer assistance, and College Success seminars (Time Management, Study Skills, Test Anxiety, Choosing a Major, Learning Style Strategies, Career Exploration), and much more.  http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/CounselingTesting.aspx

 

Student Success offers academic coaching, tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, free 24/7 online tutoring through Grade Results and assist new students acclimate to college by providing computer lab services for prospective students.   First generation students can also participate in TRIO, which offers specialized support services.

http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices.aspx

 

Financial Aid offers financial resources for students that qualify, visit the financial aid offices for more information.  http://www.nctc.edu/FInancialAidHome.aspx

EEOC Statement
North Central Texas College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, or disability in the employment or the provision of services.

 

Early Alert and NCTC Cares

The NCTC Early Alert program has been established to assist students who are at risk of failing or withdrawing from a course. Your instructor may refer you to this program if you are missing assignments, failing tests, excessively absent, or have personal circumstances impacting your academic performance. If submitted as an Early Alert you will be notified via your NCTC e-mail address and then contacted by a Counseling and Testing advisor or counselor to discuss possible strategies for completing your course successfully.

The NCTC CARES (Campus Assessment Response Evaluation Services) Team addresses behavior which may be disruptive, harmful or pose a threat to the health and safety of the NCTC community-such as stalking, harassment, physical or emotional abuse, violent or threatening behavior, or self-harm. As a student, you have the ability to report concerning behavior, which could impact your own safety or the safety of another NCTC student. Just click the NCTC CARES Team logo posted on MyNCTC, or send an e-mail to CARESTeam@nctc.edu.  As always, if you feel there is an immediate threat to your own safety or welfare (or to another student), please call 911 immediately.

Childcare Reimbursement Program
The Childcare Reimbursement Program provides support services for NCTC students pursuing a career in a technical field of study to help them complete their career plans. The program will reimburse technical declared students a percentage of their daycare expenses if the child is attending a licensed or registered daycare facility.  This is on a first come first serve basis, and is available to students on all 5 campuses. Please note, we do not have a childcare facility on any of our 5 campuses. This is a reimbursement program only.

Students who wish to become eligible for Childcare Assistance Program need to:

• Declare in a technical field of study
• Establish financial need
• Ex: Pell Grant recipient, Food Stamp recipient, W2, etc.
• Complete a Childcare Reimbursement Program Application and provide all necessary documentation.  The  Application can be found online at http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/Childcare.aspx

For more information, please contact Yvonne Sandmann on the Gainesville Campus at 940-668-4209 ext. 4321, or by email at ysandmann@nctc.edu.

Student Success Center

The Student Success Center is designed to help all students at NCTC develop tools to achieve their academic goals. The center links students to FREE tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, and free online tutoring in the evening.  The program helps students acclimate to college by providing students free interactive workshops. For more information, please visit your nearest Student Success Center.

 

 

Other Pertinent Information

Dropping Courses:

If a student’s personal circumstances dictate that he or she needs to reduce his/her academic load, that student should confer with his/her advisor for assistance in adjusting the number of courses being taken.  A grade of “W” will be given to students who officially withdraw from a course, or “drop”, at least by Thursday of the 11th week of a Fall or Spring semester, or a proportional number of weeks prior to the end of a flex-entry course or summer session.  Any drops after this will be made with the approval of the instructor and the Department Chair.

It is the student’s responsibility to initiate the action necessary to drop courses under the conditions outlined above.  This requires the completion of a petition for course drop form available in the Registrar’s Office on any NCTC Campus or by going to the NCTC website at www.nctc.edu and clicking on Admissions and Registration.  Choose the forms on-line option and follow directions for submission of form.  This form must be submitted on or before the last day to drop with a “W” (see Academic Calendar in front of catalog for specific date) and it is not available until after the official date of record. Prior to the official date of record, a student should go to the Registrar’s Office and complete the required forms.

Students who register for courses are required to drop any courses they no longer wish to attend or a final grade will be assigned.  Instructors may drop students from courses for non-attendance by completing a petition for course drop.

 

Class Communications:

I also expect you to check your email everyday on M-F. I do not check emails on the weekends from Friday at 5:00 pm to Monday morning at 9:00 am.

 

Certificate Programs:

If you are planning to complete a certificate, you must take the competency exam prior to graduation. Contact Judy Archer at jarcher@nctc.edu within three weeks of graduation.

 

Tobacco-Free Campus
NCTC restricts the use of all tobacco products including cigarettes, cigars, pipes and smokeless tobacco on campus property. NCTC is aware that tobacco use influences underage students which cumulates unsightly tobacco litter and interferes with assuring clean air for all who come to NCTC. NCTC recognizes the health hazards of tobacco use and of exposure to second hand smoke. Information on a tobacco cessation program is available for students, faculty, staff who wish to stop using tobacco products. We would like to "thank you" for your help in making our campuses Tobacco-Free. For questions or concerns please contact the Office of the Dean of Student Services at 940.498.6445.

Notice
While we provide the locations to download the software for this class, it’s your responsibility to install the software on your computer, and ensure it is executing properly. NCTC is not and cannot be responsible for installing any of the software programs and the proper operation of your computer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Unit Competencies

 

1. Demonstrate using Photoshop to edit an image, using selection tools, and saving Photoshop images.

            Performance Objectives:

            The student will:

• Demonstrate starting and customizing Photoshop.
• Discuss file types, opening files, simple editing, printing and saving photos.
• Demonstrate usage of the selection tools, guides, magic wand tool, and shortcut keys.

Assessment:

Lab/Homework Project evaluations

Multiple Select & Multiple Choice quiz for each Chapter

Multiple Select & Multiple Choice exam over textbook.

 

1. Discuss Layers: their purpose and usage.

            Performance Objectives:

            The student will:

• Demonstrate creation, selections, naming, and hiding layers.
• Demonstrate usage of Eraser tools, layer masks, and the clone stamp.
• Demonstrate flattening of a Composite image.

Assessment:

Lab/Homework Project evaluations

Multiple Select & Multiple Choice quiz for each Chapter

Multiple Select & Multiple Choice exam over textbook.

 

III. Demonstrate understanding of colors.

            Performance Objectives:

            The student will:

• Demonstrate knowledge of gradients and their usage.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the color panel, and painting images using the appropriate painting tool.
• Demonstrate creation of shapes.
• Demonstrate ability to gather, repair, retouch, healing of images.

Assessment:

Lab/Homework Project evaluations

Multiple Select & Multiple Choice quiz for each Chapter

Multiple Select & Multiple Choice exam over textbook.

 

1. Demonstrate knowledge of color channels, actions, applying filters and patterns to an image.

            Performance Objectives:

            The student will:

• Demonstrate usage of the channels panel, and editing of the alpha channel.
• Discuss actions, creating, recording and saving action sets.
• Demonstrate usage of the filters available in Photoshop, creating and applying patterns to an image.

Assessment:

Lab/Homework Project evaluations

Multiple Select & Multiple Choice quiz for each Chapter

Multiple Select & Multiple Choice exam over textbook.

 

1. Demonstrate knowledge of vector graphics and the tools used to manipulate images.

            Performance Objectives:

            The student will:

• Discuss vector graphics and path line.
• Demonstrate creation of shape layers, anchor points and paths.
• Demonstrate usage of clip art, creating notes, and preparing an image for Page Layout applications.

Assessment:

Lab/Homework Project evaluations

Multiple Select & Multiple Choice quiz for each Chapter

Multiple Select & Multiple Choice exam over textbook.

 

1. Demonstrate usage of web tools, creating slices, and using animations on a web page.

            Performance Objectives:

            The student will:

• Demonstrate usage web photo galleries.
• Design a web page; create individual files for rollovers, creation of slices.
• Demonstrate creation of an animation for a web page.

Assessment:

Lab/Homework Project evaluations

Multiple Select & Multiple Choice quiz for each Chapter

Multiple Select & Multiple Choice exam over textbook.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Workforce Education Program Elements (SCANS Skills)

 

The Secretary’s Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS) conducted extensive research and interviews and determined that “workplace know-how” consists of two elements:  foundations skills and workplace competencies.  Upon successful completion of the courses in this program, students will have demonstrated the following competencies: 

 

• Foundation Skills

 

• Basic Skills: A worker must (i) read, (ii) write, (iii) perform arithmetic and mathematical operations, (iv) listen, and (v) speak effectively.

 

• Thinking Skills: A worker must (i) think creatively, (ii) make decisions, (iii) solve problems, (iv) visualize, (v) know how to learn, and (vi) reason effectively.

 

• Personal Qualities: A worker must display (i) responsibility, (ii) self-esteem, (iii) sociability, (iv) self-management, (v) integrity, and (vi) honesty.

 

 

• Workplace Competencies

 

• Resources: A worker must identify, organize, plan, and allocate resources effectively.  This includes (i) time, (ii) money, (iii) material and facilities, and (iv) human resources.

 

• Interpersonal Skills: A worker must work with others effectively to (i) participate as a member of a team, (ii) teach others new skills, (iii) serve clients/customers, (iv) exercise leadership, (v) negotiate, and (vi) work with diversity.

 

• Information: A worker must be able to (i) acquire and use information, (ii) organize and maintain information, (iii) interpret and communicate information and (iv) use computers to process information.

 

• Systems: A worker must understand complex interrelationships as in (i) understanding systems, (ii) monitor and correct performance, and (iii) improve and design systems.

 

• Technology: A worker must be able to work with a variety of technologies, e.g. (i) select technology, (ii) apply technology, and (iii) maintain and troubleshoot equipment.