2010 spring, GRA 424/598.
Course numbers 17239/27033.
Course description
Advanced Media explores motion graphics and interaction design theory through discussions, lectures and studio projects. By way of self exploration, group projects and peer critiques, enrolled students will learn to think critically about motion and interaction design, make and refine storyboards, and finally, identify and research questions about suggested software to execute a concept.
Instructor
Office hours
Wednesdays from 11:00a to 1:00p, by appointment only.
Centerpoint. 660 S Mill Ave, Suite 404. Tempe, AZ 85281.
Materials
Sketchbook and pencil
Time and location
Tuesdays and Thursdays.
From 4:40 to 7:30p.
Design South 326 and 327.
Course calendar
The following calendar is subject to revision based on the instructor's discretion.
Week
Tuesday
Thursday
1
1/19
Course introduction
A/V capture introduction
1/21
Critique
2
1/26
A/V capture due
Project 1 introduction
1/28
Inspiration due
Work day
Project 1
3
2/2
Work day
2/4
Critique (3 concepts)
4
2/9
Work day
2/11
Minor critique
5
2/16
Ed Fella Lecture
2/18
Work day
6
2/23
Major critique
Project 1 due
Sketchbook due
Project 2 introduction
2/25
Critique (ideas)
Inspiration due
Project 2
7
3/2
Work day
3/4
Critique (2 concepts)
8
3/9
Work day
3/11
Minor critique
9
3/16
Spring break, no class.
3/18
10
3/23
Work day
3/25
Major critique
Project 2 due
Sketchbook due
Project 3 introduction
Announce new class format*
11
3/30
Work day
4/1
Project 1 refinement
12
4/6
Group critique: concept
Inspiration due
Work day
4/8
Project 3
13
4/13
Individual instructor-student conference
Work day
4/15
14
4/20
Group critique: progress
Work day
4/22
15
4/27
Minor critique: working prototype
Work day
4/29
16
5/4
Open studio
Work day
Finals (undetermined date)
Projects 1, 2 and 3 due
*
From Week 11 to Week 15:
The South room will meet on Tuesdays.
The North room will meet on Thursdays.
Deadlines
Submissions are mandatory on major critique days, and days when projects are due. Late submissions will result in failure of the course. Students may refine work prior to the end of the semester, which is the ultimate deadline for all projects.
Evaluation criteria
The grade for this course will depend upon the instructor's evaluation of the student's performance based on the following evaluation criteria.
Points
Criteria
5
Attendance
Students are expected to attend all classes, with more than three unexcused absences resulting in course failure. If you are unable to attend class, please let me know. Students who are more than thirty minutes late to class without notice will be recorded absent. Major critiques are mandatory. Good attendance, arriving on time and staying until the end of class will contribute 5 points to your final score.
5
Attitude and approach
Positive attitude requires sensitive approach and deep insight. Sensitivity is the means, insight is the goal. Interaction with instructor and other students at a low noise level is positive. Development and maintenance of positive attitude contributes 5 points toward the final grade.
60
Progress
During class and critiques, students will be evaluated on their work at its various stages of development. Progress is evaluated through constant observation and review of class work and home work on a day to day basis. Final project presentation is only a conclusive stage of this observation and review process. Excellent progress contributes 60 points.
5
Refinements
All projects need refinements. Students are expected to complete and refine all projects over the course of the semester. This process contributes 5 points to your final score. Refinements between major critiques and the end of the semester are expected.
5
Final projects
Requirements for each project are announced in advance. The end is not the objective. The process is most important. One end leads to another beginning. Therefore, each end needs to be at a high level. Well-crafted and finished projects carry 5 points.
5
Participation
Quality and quantity of work on a day to basis is a critical evaluation factor. Students are expected to be prepared each day with all the tools and materials they need. A consistent high level of participation earns 5 points.
5
Presentation
Students are expected to present themselves, and their work, professionally in person and online, particularly with regard to responding to critique. A professional approach toward presentations, design vocabulary and design decisions bears 5 points.
5
Sketching
Maintenance of a sketchbook that documents notes, ideas, observations and inspiration is mandatory. Your sketchbook will be submitted periodically throughout the semester. A professionally maintained sketchbook throughout the semester contributes 5 points.
5
Sharing inspiration
Periodically throughout the semester, students will be asked to bring examples of inspiring motion graphics and interaction design to share with others in the class. Consistently sharing work that is at a high level contributes 5 points to your final grade.
100
Total points
Backing up your work
Back up your work early and often. A lost project due to an insufficient back up will not be accepted as an excuse for a late project.
Incomplete
A mark of “I” (incomplete) is given by the instructor only when a student who is doing otherwise acceptable work is unable to complete a course because of conditions beyond personal control. An incomplete requires verification such as a physician's letter. Incomplete must be discussed with the instructor at least two weeks before scheduled reviews. If the work at the reviews is incomplete with no prior discussion with the instructor, the grade will be a “D”.
Withdrawal
Consistent with Arizona State University policies, a “W” will be awarded if the student withdraws from class prior to Week 4. After the end of Week 4, “W” will be granted if the student has a passing grade at that time, and “E” will be granted if the student has a failing grade at that time.
Questions and concerns
This syllabus is subject to revision at the instructor's discretion. If you have any questions or concerns, let me know. I'm always open to an honest discussion about the course.
