CGD2L Industrial Graphics Lab
1-4 units, 3-12hrs lab a wk by arrangement.

Course Description: An open entry/exit laboratory for students currently enrolled in CGD2 or Eng 1. Allows students to work individually or in a cooperative learning environment on project homework. A student may elect to enroll for more than the minimal hours of lab for additional credit. May be repeated three times. Note: This class structure allows for experimentation with various graphic processes, including file exchanging between software for digital manipulation.

Course Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in corresponding computer graphic and design classes.

Required Texts: As required by subject content with instructor consent.

Required Course Materials: 3.5" Diskettes & Zip 100 mb disks 8.5" X 11" Sketch Pad.

Units: This is a concurrent lab course for corresponding CGD courses. It provides an alternative to independent homework and improves a student's retention and access to instructional guidance.

Class Objectives: This concurrent lab provides a setting for students to work on cooperative educational projects. The student may put up to two times the minimal hours for credit which may be accounted towards apportionment. This accommodates a variety of student speeds and styles. These lab hours allow students to arrange their lab times around other classes offered on campus. Students can block out given times to complete regular or assigned class projects.

Class work and schedule of content: Student work is turned into the instructor upon completion for instructor evaluation. Lectures and class demonstrations are linked to the class progress and need. All student work is assembled into a student portfolio

Grading: Ability to apply various software and manipulate the graphic image 80%. Student papers on selected digital graphic subjects/process 10%. Classroom self management 10%. Extra work and/or special projects are accepted as part of a student's grade.

Tests: Tests are administered at the conclusion of each study area. Tests are performance involving drawing on the computer.

Attendance: Students are expected to attend the assigned class times and arranged lab times. Failing to attend will result in incomplete projects and drawing practice times.

Class requirements for completion: Completion of assigned projects. Assembled portfolio of all class work.(Includes files on disk, selected hard copy.) Participating in the drawing and written tests.

Students requiring special services or arrangements because of hearing, visual, or other disability should contact their instructor, counselor or the Disabled Student Services Office. Occupational/Vocational students-Limited English language skills will not be a barrier to admittance to and participation in Vocational Education Programs.

Students are expected to exercise academic honesty and integrity. Violations such as cheating and plagiarism will result in disciplinary action which may include recommendation for dismissal.