VAFA101 2-D Design Fundamentals
Department of Arts and Communication: Visual Arts
- I. Course Number and Title
- VAFA101 2-D Design Fundamentals
- II. Number of Credits
- 3 credits
- III. Number of Instructional Minutes
- 4050
- IV. Prerequisites
- None
- Corequisites
- None
- V. Other Pertinent Information
- Students are expected to work outside of class time on homework assignments. Students will need to purchase materials and supplies. Students must submit a final portfolio for faculty review visually demonstrating an understanding of the semester's course work.
- VI. Catalog Course Description
- This course introduces students to abstract and representational two-dimensional design concepts. Projects emphasize creativity, conceptualization, problem-solving, skill-building, expression, execution, teamwork, research techniques, and presentation. Black, white, and gray media serve as the basis for learning the vocabulary, concepts, and principles of two-dimensional design.
- VII. Required Course Content and Direction
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Course Learning Goals
Students will:
- employ the technical skills of 2-dimensional design with traditional black and white media;
- apply good craftsmanship while manipulating 2-dimensional materials;
- identify the elements and principles of design as they pertain to 2-D design skills and composition; and
- analyze visual solutions through critical assessment using appropriate vocabulary.
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Planned Sequence of Topics and/or Learning Activities
In the creation of two-dimensional form, students will:
- manipulate elements of design, such as line, direction, shape, size, texture, and value
- explore structures of visual composition, including harmony, balance, unity, dominance or emphasis, gradation, contrast, opposition or conflict, variety, rhythm, repetition, alternation, alignment, and proximity
- investigate abstraction, use of picture plane, and illusion of 3-D forms on 2-D surface
- explore, experiment, analyze, and evaluate visual solutions
- practice studio processes for design development and visual problem-solving, generating multiple and sequential visual solutions
- manipulate black, gray, white, and color media, including both wet and dry media
- use appropriate vocabulary to evaluate and critique personal work and that of their peers
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Assessment Methods for Course Learning Goals
- Works are assessed through critiques, based on the successful conceptualization, design, execution, and completion of specific assignments.
- Individual meetings with instructor are held to assess students' overall progress, artistic growth, and safe practices.
- Additional evaluative tools may include one or more of the following: performance-based tasks, discussions, exercises, written assignments, research-based reports, presentations, online activities, quizzes and/or exams.
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Reference, Resource, or Learning Materials to be used by Student:
Students will access learning and resource materials through the Internet, as well as through printed sources, including magazines, periodical references, and a required text. See course syllabus.
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Review/Approval Date - 12/04; Revised 6/09; Revised 4/2012; New Core 8/2015;Revised 5/20; Revised 5/20/2024