P E R F O R M A N C E

O B J E C T I V E S :

 U p o n c o m p l e t i o n o f t h i s c o u r s e , t h e s t u d e n t s h o u l d  b e a b l e t o d o t h e f o l l o w i n g :

 Complete a set of architectural drawings, including the development of the ability to draw plans, sections, elevations and 3D drawings.

 See and effectively communicate ideas through drawing.

 Develop  the  ability  to  create  drawings  as  spatial  representations  of  their designs.

I N S T R U C T I O N A L

M E T H O D S :

 •         Lectures

•         Presentation of examples describing successful drawing techniques

•         Hands-on drawing assistance

•         Weekly pin-ups and critiques of assignments for peer review

L I B R A R Y

A S S I G N M E N T S :         

Outside research is required to complete the library research project.         

Thisinformation may be found by utilizing the resources in the school library or other library research resources located in the City. In addition, various publications, journals, and periodicals can supplement all of the material presented in class.

G R A D I N G :         Student performance will be evaluated based upon the following criteria:

Class work and homework (Completed and on time.):        20% Tests and/or demonstration of meeting deadline,

comprehension and accuracy on all work:                                   20%

Projects  (Completed and on time.):        50% Professionalism, Attitude, Attendance, Punctuality,

Ability to work independently:                                                       10%

Requirements for Successful Completion:

•         Completion and competence of all assignments

•         Attendance as per school policy

•         Active participation

Please note that handing in all your work and attending all your classes does not guarantee a passing grade.

Architectural Drawing 1 - Grading  Strategy

Please         take        into         consideration         the        following         conditions         when determining how you approach this course.

Handing   in  all  your work  and  attending   all  your classes  does  not guarantee a passing grade.

My grading policy for basic drafting is based on the course structure. In basic drafting there are 3  main elements and  several minor  elements that  determine a students grade. The 3 main elements are the Mid-term  exam grade and 2 drafting projects, (which is based on the Course Objectives as determined by the Art Institute of New Your City, Interior Design Department course outline). The minor grading elements are attendance, lateness, class participation, homework and class work. However, It will be your 2 Projects that are the primary determining factor of your course grade. It is not possible to achieve a passing grade in this course without working consistently throughout the quarter and also without passing both projects. I will explain what is required for each individual project  and  assignment at the time it is assigned and review it weekly. I also make copies of successful student work and unsuccessful student work that I show as examples to follow and to learn from. Any student that is caught cheating on any assignments or exams will automatically fail my class.

G R A D I N G

P O L I C I E S :

 G r a d i n g / S t u d e n t P e r f o r m a n c e :

 Excellent        A       = 94 – 100 %

A -     = 90 – 93 %

           Above Average        B       = 87 – 89 %

+        = 84 – 86 %

B       = 80 – 83 %

          Average                B -    = 77 – 79 %

C       = 74 – 76 %

+        = 70 – 73 %

Below Average        C       = 67 – 69 %

C -    = 60 – 66 %

Poor                D       = 59 % & Below

+

F

G R A D I N G

S C A L E :

 G u i d e l i n e s f o r A c h i e v e m e n t :

A        All Homework completed on time following exact instructions issued, using techniques as taught in class. Completion of midterm and final using techniques demonstrated in class including Appropriate use of lineweights, linetypes, lettering, symbols, abbreviations etc. Clear progress of understanding of drafting techniques form one  assignment to the next will result in an A, A-

.Please refer to Grading and Grading Policies.

A -         See above.

B+         B+, B, B- All Homework completed on time following most instructions issued, generally using techniques as taught in class. Completion of midterm and final generally using techniques demonstrated in class including, Mostly Appropriate use of lineweights, linetypes, lettering, symbols, abbreviations etc. Clear progress of understanding of drafting techniques from one assignment to the next will result in a B+, B, B-.

B         See above. B -         See above.

C+         Homework completed, some instructions followed, techniques used somewhat appropriately. Midterm and Final using techniques somewhat appropriately will result in a C+, C, C-.

C        See above.

C -         See above.

D+         Not all homework completed. Midterm not competed and Final completed with inappropriate use of techniques will result in a D+, D. Anything else is a failing grade.

D        See above.

F        Anything else is a failing grade.

C O U R S E

P O L I C I E S :

 1.   The instructor will schedule appropriate breaks during the class.

2.   Students here at The Art Institute of New York City are preparing for a career in an industry with specific expectations around promptness, attendance, and sensitivity to deadlines. Your educational experience should also reflect the importance of these values.  Attendance of all class sessions is expected and required for satisfactory completion of courses at The Art Institute of New York City.  Hence, absences will be reflected in student’s graded performance:

a.   In an emergency, you are allowed one full absence per quarter.

However, you are completely responsible for all missed class work and homework.

b.   At the second full absence, your grade will be dropped by one letter grade.

c.   Upon the third full absence, your grade will be dropped by an additional letter grade.

d.   On the fourth full absence, you will fail the class.

e.   Late arrivals/ early departures will accumulate to make full absences.  Missing TWO hours of class equals an absence.

3.   A s s i g n m e n t N o t e :  All assignments and projects must be handed in on time.  LATE WORK WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AND WILL RESULT IN A FAILING GRADE.

4.   S y l l a b i N o t e :  This syllabus is subject to change at any time.

5.        There will be NO extensions granted on any work ,

unless permission is granted through the Department Chair.

A T T E N D A N C E :

AINYC Attendance Policy, Effective January 1, 2011

Due to the intensive nature of the 11 week quarter system at The Art Institute of New York City, absences jeopardize participation and a student’s ability to successfully complete his or her studies.  A student’s academic performance is in pursuit of preparation for a professional environment in which there is typically zero or little tolerance for absenteeism. If, for some critical reason, a student finds it necessary to be absent, late, or leave early it is the student’s responsibility to:

*Notify the instructor, and make up all missed work.

*Note that accumulated tardiness, leaving class before it is dismissed, or absenteeism will affect performance and the participation grade.

*Understand that excessive absenteeism may result in failure of the class.

*Look for the specific participation requirements for individual courses, by referring to the course grading rubric within the syllabus provided by the instructor.

Attendance is taken every class meeting. There are no excused absences. The only consideration to be granted regarding absences must be presented by the Faculty Member to the Department Chair and dean of Academic Affairs.

A s t u d e n t w h o m i s s e s t w e l v e ( 1 2 )  h o u r s f r o m w e e k s 1 t h r o u g h 9 i n a n i n d i v i d u a l c o u r s e w i l l r e c e i v e a W i t h d r a w a l g r a d e ( W ) . A s t u d e n t w h o

m i s s e s 1 2 h o u r s i n a c o u r s e i n w e e k s 1 t h r o u g h 1 1 w i l l r e c e i v e a W / F .

T a r d i n e s s a n d a b s e n t e e i s m w i l l b e r e c o r d e d i n 1 5 m i n u t e i n c r e m e n t s .

A student who knows that she/he will be late/absent must contact the instructor via voicemail, e-mail, or administrative note.  Students arriving late to class have the responsibility of notifying their instructor at a break that they are present. When absent, a student is responsible for obtaining the lecture notes and homework assignments from other members of the class or the syllabus.

Students will be asked to leave class if they are unprepared, disengaged, sleeping, disruptive, or otherwise compromising the educational experience of students who are motivated and trying to work.

Students who do not attend classes for 14 consecutive days will be dropped from school from the last date they attended school; exceptions will be made only on the basis of appropriate documentation presented to the Dean of Academic Affairs.

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I n s t i t u t e o f N e w Y o r k C i t y c a t a l o g

S T A N D A R D S O F P R O F E S S I O N A L B E H A V I O R :

C r i t e r i a :

1.   Attendance & Punctuality

2.   Active Participation in discussion

3.   Quality of work

4.   Academic Integrity (No plagiarism)

5.   Attention to detail

6.   Classroom etiquette (cell phones/beepers off)

7.   Respect for peers and instructor

•         Ethical decision-making

W e e k l y T o p i c a l C l a s s M e e t i n g O u t l i n e :

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