Portland Community College | Portland, Oregon

ART 275 PRINTMAKING - ABBREVIATED SAMPLE SYLLABUS

• Instructor: Michael McGovern
• Email: mike.mcgovern15@pcc.edu

 CLASS DAYS AND HOURS

• Mon-Wed In-person class meetings are on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00am to 11:50am.
• This time is reserved for in-class instruction, lectures, demonstrations, discussions, work time and critiques.

PCC CCOG ART 275 PRINTMAKING.

• /ccog/art/275/

OBJECTIVES FOR ART 275

• Intermediate printmaking focusing on using specified techniques, processes and methods.
• Continue to develop creative ways to solve problems focusing on specified techniques, processes and methods.
• Continue to create original hand-printed artwork using knowledge on specified techniques, processes and methods.
• Demonstrate an understanding of processes, materials, and techniques associated with Printmaking II.
• Continue self-critiquing skills to develop expression through printmaking.
• Continue safe practices in regards to the handling of printmaking equipment, tools and cleaning supplies.
• Exposure to the history of printmaking and the connection to contemporary printmaking practices.
• Exposure to alternative processes and multi-media work.
• Integrate learned skills and experiences to other facets of life and education.

GOALS BY THE END OF THE TERM

• Solve problems using a variety of strategies for making prints.
• Demonstrate command of intermediate level processes, techniques and materials. 
• Participate in a critical dialogue about ideas and issues in printmaking applying self-critiquing skills.
• Interpret and evaluate prints from different cultures to study the diverse perspectives of the human experience.
• Learn new methodologies for designing and completing prints using specified techniques, processes and methods.
• Expanded strategies for generating ideas.
• Create prints with greater focus on developing personal concepts and ideas with awareness of the standards and practices established by both contemporary and historical artists.

MY EXPECTATIONS / STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In-person class attendance.
• Access to internet, PCC websites, PCC emails, D2L.
• Turn assignments in by due dates for critiques and discussions.
• Participate in class meetings, discussions, demonstrations and critiques.
• Upload completed assignment to D2L.
• Have materials to work on assignments.
• Create original artwork using the techniques covered over the term.
• Learn from mistakes.
• Find solutions to critical issues and visual problems.
• Be open to the critique of artwork from teacher and peers.
• Be open to suggestions and constructive criticism from teacher and peers.
• Learn to work outside your comfort zone. Embrace learning something new.
• Positive work ethic and attitude. Be adaptable and flexible.
• Help foster a safe, inclusive and collaborative community within the classroom.
• Work independently on assigned projects outside of class at home or during open studio times.
• Have work ready by the critique deadlines.
• Part of each assignment grade is participation in our project critiques.
• No plagiarizing – do not turn in plagiarized work.
• My classroom is a safe space. I do not tolerate any kind of hate speech about disability, race, sexuality, immigration status, gender, religion, veteran status, height weight ratio, age, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, or native language.

CLASSROOM POLICIES:

• Only students registered for this course are allowed in our classroom during class time. No exceptions.
• Only students registered for classes taught in Room 103 are allowed in the classroom during open studio. No exceptions. 
• PCC Campuses are alcohol and drug free campuses.
• You cannot come into my classroom if you are under the influence of alcohol or narcotics. This is school policy.
• This is for studio safety reasons when handling tools, equipment and chemicals.
• It is my job to make sure everyone feels safe and accepted in this class.
• It is my wish for all of my students to succeed in my courses.

ATTENDANCE POLICY:

• Attendance is required for this in-person studio course.
• Missing class can have negative effects on your projects, participation and completion of course requirements.
• Students may miss 2 classes without any consequences to overall grade. 
• Missing 3 classes can drop your overall grade by 5 points. (missing 1.5 weeks of the term)
• Missing 4 classes can drop your overall grade by 10 points. (missing 2 weeks of the term)
• Missing 5 classes can drop your overall grade by 20 points. (missing 2.5 weeks of the term)
• Missing more than 6 classes can result in a non-passing grade for the term.

GRADING POLICIES FOR ART 275 COURSE: 

• Each project is worth up to 100 points.
• Projects will be added up together and averaged out at the end of the term for the overall grade average for the term.
• 90-100 means strong in all areas = A.
• 80-89 means good in most areas = B.
• 70-79 means average in all areas = C.
• 60-69 means lacking in most areas = D.
• Anything lower than a 60 means lacking in all areas = non-passing grade.
• If taking the class for a Pass/No Pass, students must get a “C” (70%) or higher in order to pass.

SIGNATURE ASSIGNMENT:

• All GenEd courses require a Signature Assignment as way to assess student’s learning outcomes related to their courses.
• Students completing an associate degree at PCC will be able to reflect on one’s work or competencies to make connections between course content and lived experience.
• The study of visual arts is essential to the development of the individual’s meaningful participation in society. At the heart of artistic practice is to organize one’s experiences and recognize their meanings. Participation in the visual arts is an opportunity for individuals to connect to the past and present with an engagement to both culture and society.

 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT / ADA POLICY STATEMENT

• Portland Community College does not tolerate unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, ethnicity, use of native language, national origin, sex, marital status, height/weight ratio, disability, veteran status, age, or sexual orientation in any area, activity or operation of the PCC District.
• No qualified person shall, solely by reason of disability, be denied access to, participation in, or the benefits of, any program or activity operated by the College.
• Each qualified person shall receive reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to employment, educational opportunities, programs and activities, in the most appropriate integrated setting.
• Equal opportunity for employment, admission, and participation in the college’s benefit and services shall be extended to all persons.
• PCC complies with the Civil Rights Act of 1964. PCC to complies with The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

ACADEMIC ACCOMMODATIONS: /disability/students/accommodations/

• If students require an Academic Accommodation contact Accessibility Ed & Disability Resources.
• Provide the Academic Accommodation to instructor as soon as possible.
• We can meet privately to discuss the reasonable expectations and guidelines regarding accommodations.
• Accommodations need be applied, communicated and discussed before any considerations will be given.

SANCTUARY STATEMENT / DACA:

• Portland Community College is a Sanctuary School.
• PCC affirms its support and commitment to DREAMERs, DACA, and Undocumented students.
• PCC ensures our students are able to attend courses and programs in a safe and supportive environment.
• /dream/undocumented/                                             

CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT - (Please read both links)

• /student-conduct/conduct/student-code-of-conduct-policy-and-procedures/

• /student-conduct/conduct/quick-view-of-policy/

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY - (Please read this link)

• /student-conduct/conduct/academic-integrity-at-pcc/

PCC GRADING GUIDELINES - (Please read both links)

• https://catalog.pcc.edu/academicregulations/gradingguidelines/
• /student-records/grading/

PLAGIARISM STATEMENT

• Plagiarism goes against the guidelines of the Code of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity Policy set forth by PCC.
• Plagiarizing can have negative and/or severe consequences such as disciplinary actions up to possible expulsion
• It is not worth the risk to plagiarize and put your education in jeopardy.

WELL BEING / INTERNET AND TECHNOLOGY / STRUGGLING WITH ASSIGNMENTS

• Please let me know ASAP if there are issues/struggles with courses, attendance, personal well-being, mental health, physical health, houselessness, hunger, or problems with technologies or internet.

 

Access to PCC websites, PCC emails and D2L. 

Access to photograph completed work to upload to D2L. 

Access to Microsoft Word, Google Docs or any similar writing applications for writing assignments.