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| Class Date: |
Aug 24 - Dec 18. 2009 |
| Class Time: |
24 Hours a Day |
| Instructor: |
Mario C. Tejada Jr. |
| Phone: |
(925) 866-1822 x5125 |
| E-Mail: |
mtejada@dvc.edu |
| Web Site |
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| Office Hours: |
Mon & Wed 11 am - 12 noon @ SRC |
| Prerequisites: |
Windows or Mac & Internet Experience |
| Units: |
2 Units |
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Textbook: |
Adobe Flash CS4 RevealedJim Shuman
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| Software: | Don't have a copy of Flash? Here are 2 Websites... Click Here for Click Here for CLICK ON THE ADOBE LINK!!! Consider the "Suite" package - This is a Great option to select if you are interested in taking any additional classes in Flash, Photoshop, etc because it is cheaper!! You will need a copy of your class registration to receive the Academic Discount Pricing!!
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System: |
Internet Capable Windows Computer |
If for any reason you need to stop attending class it is your responsibility to contact the admissions office and withdraw from the class. If you haven't dropped and your name shows up on the FINAL Class Roster I have to put an "F" – Sorry but it’s a School Policy.
Important enrollment dates:
· Sept 4th - Last Day to Add a Class
· Sept 26th - Last Day to take th CR/NC option or to Drop without a "W"
· Nov 19th - Last Day to Drop with a "W"
Census Date - Sept 16th
You MUST have submitted at LEAST 1 ASSIGNMENT to me by this date or
I WILL DROP YOU from the class - this is to varify that you are REALLY taking this class!
Don't do it…Consider
this…
Do you really want to have faked your way through the class?
The DVC Academic Dishonesty Policy is located at:
http://www.dvc.edu/org/info/policies/academic-dishonesty.htm
The DVC Student Code of Conduct is posted on the DVC Website and pertains to both face to face and online courses. Please read and contact me if you have questions.
In this course, you will learn using step-by-step instructions with projects that build on the knowledge learned in each lesson, you will learn the key elements of the Flash interface, including panels, timelines, and frames.From there, you will learn how to work with vector and bitmap graphics; create and edit symbols; modify text and add interactivity with ActionScript 3.0; and incorporate animation, music, and sound to your projects.You'll also learn how to prepare and export your finished projects for Web and broadcast. At the end of this class students will be able to create engaging interactive content with Flash CS4.
Upon completion of the course students will be able to:
- Perform basic to advanced web site and web animation operations required of students and workforce professionals
- Plan, design and produce web pages and animations.
- Determine which features can be appropriately used in various situations.
- Solve common issues in web development and web animation by using the software features.
- Develop problem-solving skills and the ability to work as a team member using the collaboration tools of the software.
The Student Learning Outcome that are being assessed this semester are listed here:
http://www.dvc.edu/slos?cis-131
1. Getting Started with Adobe Flash
2. Drawing Objects in Adobe Flash
3. Working with Symbols and Interactivity
4. Creating Animations
5. Creating Special Effects
6. Preparing and Publishing Movies
7. Importing and Modifying Graphics
8. Building Complex Animations
9. Using ActionScript
10. Adding Sound and Video
11. Using Advanced ActionScript
12. Working with Behaviors and Components
Assignments- Step by Step tutorials taken from the textbook chapters. You will download a set of student files that will allow you to complete the chapter exercises and post them to a class webserver.
To SUBMIT your work, email mtejada@dvc.edu with your attachment. In the email, specify the assignment that your are submitting. Please go to the Submitting Homework section of the syllabus for additional information.
Online Videos - You will watch Online Videos that help explain the Objectives of Each Textbook Chapter (Not Graded but HIGHLY recomended!)
Midterm & Final Project – There will be 2 Graded Projects - one is a MidTerm Project & one is a Final Project.
You need to determine if the class is going to be CR/NC (Fill out form in Admissions) or Letter Grade. The Labs and Video Demos are TOOLS to help YOU understand how to use Flash. The grading is based on COMPLETION!! I would love it if you did all the hands on labs, simulations, chapter review tests, etc because REPETITION is what is going to allow you to remember the different functions of Flash.
When I correct your homework - if I find an error in your assignment then I email you directly and tell you what needs to be fixed so that you'll receive credit for that homework assignment. So if you don't hear from me - that is a Good Thing!!
Assignment submissions can be checked through the Class website.
I will then assign grades using the following formula:
90-100% of Total Number of Points = A |
70-79% of Total Number of Points = C |
80-89% of Total Number of Points = B |
60-69% of Total Number of Points = D |
Credit (CR) is equal to a C or better |
Less than 60% = F |
To help support our class I have created a Class Web Site that you can access from any computer connected to the Internet. From here you can send me an email or view class information.
Online Grades - You can view the your submitted Homework Assignments that I have given you credit for at:
If I find errors in your assignment then I email you directly and tell you what needs to be fixed so that you'll receive credit for that homework assignment. If you don't hear from me - that is a Good Thing!! :)
Student-to-Teacher Communication
Students are welcome
to email me at anytime.
I respond to emails on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays - that is if I am Not Teaching a Class or on another Academic Assignment. If I am busy on a reply day I will respond at the first opportunity.
I am BIG on maintaining an OPEN 2-way line of communication with each
of you Sooooo....
PLEASE KEEP ME IN THE LOOP!
Contact me if you have ANY questions.
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Problems with lab assignments - contact me
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Problems with case study assignments - contact me
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Problems with technology - contact me
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Problems with time management - contact me
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Problems with work - contact me (unless it involves a pay
raise or personalities)
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Problems with significant others - contact a counselor :)
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Problems with children - send them to boot camp :)
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Basically keep me in the Loop! I will go out of my way to
help you achieve your goal!
I have also created a threaded discussion area where I encourage you to post your questions concerning assignments. But Do not wait for me to answer it!! If you know the answer to a classmate's question please feel free to answer. In the real world this is like walking over to the cubicle next to you and asking your office mate if they know how to...(a question concerning the course!)
Online Classes Discussion Threads
Are located with in the WebCT class website
Email me if grading becomes an issue.
Finally - call me
if needed but be fore warned - I am AWFUL about returning phone
calls
(925) 866-1822 Ext 5125
Student-to-Student Communication
Is student-to-student communication allowed?
YES! I have created a threaded discussion area where I encourage you to post your questions. But Do not wait for me to answer it!! If you know the answer to a classmate's question please feel free to answer. In the real world this is like walking over to the cubicle next to you and asking your office mate if they know how to...(a question concerning the course!)
Online Classes Discussion Threads
Are located with in the WebCT class website
There are NO bad/silly/stupid/dumb etc, questions...if you do not know - you do not know...period.
The WORST question is the question NOT ASKED!
All homework/portfolio assignment submissions will be done via the Email - using attachments. You will send me the requested homework/portfolio assignments to the email address below
Send your homework assignments to mtejada@dvc.edu.
In the email, specify the assignment that your are submitting using the Subject Line listed on the Homework Calendar - I use Email rules to filter your assignments into the appropriate folders so Please use the Subject Lines.
FOR EXAMPLE- Email Subject Line should Read => FL - Chapter 1 - Your Name
Thank You it will make it easier for me to track who has submitted what if you comply with these requests.
When I am done grading the classes homework - I send out an Email Blast letting you know that your grades have been POSTED in the Gradebook and to check what I have Graded vs. what you have submitted.
If your homework is Incorrect - I WILL EMAIL YOU DIRECTLY and tell you what needs to be fixed for you to receive Credit for the assignment then you can resubmit it for credit.
Online Grades - You can view the your submitted Homework Assignments that I have given you credit for at:
Remember if I find errors in your assignment then I email you directly and tell you what needs to be fixed so that you'll receive credit for that homework assignment.
So, if you don't hear from me - that is a Good Thing!! :)
Are located on the CD in the back of the textbook.
You will need these files to complete your
textbook assignments.
That's It If you have any Questions just Email me - mtejada@dvc.edu