ART 180 AN: Macromedia Flash MX
Sec. 1799 Fall 2005 11:50 pm MW, Oct. 24Dec. 12, 2005 Instructor: Pat Ten Eyck
Email: pteneyck@student.gc.maricopa.edu
Book:The Web Collection: Macromedia Flash MX, Dreamweaver MX, and Fireworks MX
Course Description
Introduction to Macromedia Flash software. Basic foundation in Flash vector graphics, 2D and 3D animation and
creation of full motion video with sound. Prerequisites: (ART180AD and ART180AE), or permission of instructor.
Each class meeting will consist of a lecture and lab time. It may be necessary for you to use the lab beyond the
basic time allotment.
Attendance
Attendance will be taken at each lecture and total attendance will count as one project.You are allowed one unexcused
absence for the semester. Excused or official absences do not count against your grade. Excused
absences include illness, religious holidays, death in the immediate family, unavoidable work commitments and
transportation problems.Work missed will need to be made up.You must make arrangements with me to make up
any work missed due to official, excused or unexcused absences.You must notify me at least one week in
advance of taking any official absences. For a more complete description of absence policy, see the Student
Handbook. If you arrive to class late, it is your responsibility to notify me that you are here and make sure your
attendance is noted (at the end of lecture). Latecomers will get one-half credit for attendance.
Dropping the class: If you must drop this class, you may do so at any time, but you can only receive a refund if
you drop within 4 calendar days, including the first day of class. If you miss 2 classes in a row and have not contacted
me, I will drop you from the class.
Grading
You may take this course for a standard letter grade or for credit/no credit (P/Z) option. A grade of P will be given
for work equivalent to a grade of C or better.
Standard grading: A=90%100% B=80%89% C=70%79% D=5569% F=below 54% I= see below
An incomplete grade will be given only for situations involving unavoidable work commitment, transportation
problems or illness. A request for an I must be made prior to the last class. A written
contract must be filled out and signed showing what work has been completed, what still needs to
be completed and completion date.
Grades will be based on completion of in-class projects (see attached calendar), attendance & class participation.
Coursework will be weighted as follows: Assignments-85%; Attendance & Class Participation-15%.
Projects may be turned in late with a deduction of 5 percent per class period late, but projects will not be
accepted morethan 2 class periods late. NOTE: PROJECTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THESE
DEADLINES.
Communication
The best way to get in touch with me is by email. I will assume that your active email address is your
student account here at the college unless you send me an email giving me another address where you
can be reached.
Miscellaneous
Software: It is illegal to copy software and associated files except those provided by the book publisher. Students
who pirate software may be withdrawn from the course Taping: You may tape lectures for your own use in understanding
the course, but it is a violation of copyright to use them for any other purpose. Course content may vary
from this outline to meet the needs of this particular group. If you have a disability requiring special equipment or
other resources, please notify the Disability Services and Resources office (SPS 31), phone 623-845-3080.
Please print out this syllabus and the course calendar, sign and date below, indicating that you understand
the course requirements and policies included herein. Turn in this bottom section to the instructor.
Name:
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