Hello, and welcome to Flash CS5 Graphic/Animation software. I am very happy you are taking this course as I believe Flash
software can be a very valuable tool to creating fantastic web-pages and animation. I hope you leave this course having a greater
understanding of the capabilities of Flash, along with a sense of accomplishment. If you need to contact me, the best way is to
email me at
brueggerpatricia@fhda.edu I check this email account several times a day. I will get back you within 48
hours or sooner. If you feel you need to talk to me in person, please
contact me to schedule an appointment.
What is Flash CS5
Flash CS5 is professional standard software, used in industry, to produce animation found in websites.
Course Requirements
Be prepared to spend at least 5 hours per week using and studying Flash software. You will work through the chapter exercises in
the book as well as create hands on training exercises provided by the instructor. You will also create two comprehensive projects
demonstrating your newly learned Flash skills. A final exam will be given at the end of the quarter.
Also, you will need to have reliable email and an internet connection. Because the class is 100% online, your hardware and
connectivity is a vital part of communicating with the instructor.
EMAIL:
Students are required to have email and Internet access for the class.Students must make sure they receive my class emails by
verifying their mailboxes are not full. Also, students must make sure my class emails are not accidentally going into the Junk Mail
file. It is the students responsibility to assure email authenticity on their end.
Drop Policy:
Students may be dropped from the class if they are inactive for two weeks or more. This rule applies throughout the quarter. The
online class generates a report showing all students online activity including logins, therefore, all inactive students will be
dropped. Please review the DeAnza College academic calendar for the last day to drop a class.
Academic Integrity Policy:
It is expected all students will be academically honest and complete their own work. Any type or form of cheating will result in the
student receiving a failing grade.
Grading Points
Course work to turn in:
Chapter work =700
Hands on training exercises=400
Comprehensive Projects, 100 points each= 200
Final Exam =100
Total Points available to earn=1400
Pass/No Pass Points
A 1400-1261
B 1260-1121
C 1120-981
D 980 and below
*Must have a "C" or higher average to receive Pass credit. This is a Pass/No
Pass course. No letter grade will be given.
Textbook and materials:(NOT required for Summer class)
Book is required as you will be turning in work.
Title: Flash CS5 Professional
Author: Katherine Ulrich
Publisher: Peachpit Press
ISBN: 0-321-70446-0
Be prepared to spend a minimum of 5 hours per week using and studying the course materials.
