Students will explore concepts in visual literacy and apply those theories using mobile media applications to create and manage visual content.

Course Prerequisites
There are no course prerequisites for this class.

Catalog Description
The purpose of this class is to teach technical proficiency and visual fluency in the concepts and practice of contemporary visual communication. Students must have an approved digital camera capable of capturing still and motion images to create and work with visual media.

· Introduction to Visual Literacy

· Elements of Composition

· Structure of Visual Messages

· Visual Literacy as it Relates to Photography

· Storytelling Techniques

· Mobile Applications as a Tool to Create Media

Required Textbook: 

A Primer of Visual Literacy by Donis A. Dondis ISBN 978-0-262-54029-2

Grading is based on quizzes, class projects, and final projects/portfolio. Additionally, participation in department-wide Portfolio Reviews is required for this course.

· Adobe Creative Cloud (Discounted subscription of $10/semester provided by ACC). Once registered, subscribe here:  https://www.austincc.edu/adobe-creative-cloud-acc

· Mobile device or phone that supports social media and Adobe apps.

· An ACC Gmail account. Once registered, set up here: http://www.austincc.edu/accmail/

· Access to Blackboard: https://acconline.austincc.edu/webapps/portal/frameset.jsp  

· All course related communication will be sent to your ACC email address and most homework assignments are completed online through Blackboard. Please seek technical support through the Help Desk if you encounter any difficulties.

Coursework will consist of multiple modes of inquiry such as class assignments, peer reviews, and a final portfolio.

The information posted on this site addresses the syllabus information required by Texas House Bill 2504. The syllabus handed out in class will contain more information than is noted here, including the class withdrawal policy, class participation requirements, scholastic dishonesty, and other important information.