Attendance
Attendance is mandatory and will be recorded at the beginning of each class.
- Students are allowed 2 “time off” days for sickness and personal/employment needs.
- 3 Tardies = 1 Absence
- Leaving early without permission = Absence
- Not attending the final will result in a failing grade.
- In the event of extenuating circumstance†, a student may appeal an absence.
| Absence | Impact | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0% | |
| 2 | 0% | |
| 3 | -5% | 5% overall grade reduction. |
| 4 | -10% | 10% overall grade reduction. |
| 5 | E | Fail after 5 unexplained absences. |
Student Responsibilities
- Correct a tardy with the instructor in class on the day of the tardy or it will be counted as an absence.
- In the event of an absence, obtain missed information, handouts or assignment sheets from fellow students or from the instructor during office hours.
† Extenuating circumstances are unusual or extreme events, such as hospitalization, death of an immediate family member or mandatory UVU participation (i.e. athlete or student government). Documentation of such circumstances is required. Employment circumstances do not qualify.
Deadlines
No late work will be accepted or critiqued. Be ready to present and/or turn in your work at the beginning of class. Review schedule for deadlines.
Critiques
You are required to attend all one-on-one and group critiques. During critiques you must show your work and participate in class discussion.
Resubmitting Projects
Reworked projects will not be accepted after the scheduled deadline. Creative challenges and writing assignments cannot be repeated or resubmitted.
Extra Credit
SRI (UVU Student Report of Instruction) is the only form of extra credit accepted or offered.
Final Exams
It is university policy that Final Exams be held the day and hour as scheduled on the UVU Final Exam Schedule. No early exams will be given; reading and examination periods are firmly scheduled parts of the semester. Students should not make plans that interfere with these important academic activities. Not attending the final will result in a failing grade.
Graduation Requirement: Portfolio Review
Consult with your academic advisor for details of deadlines and requirements to make certain all AVC degree graduation requirements are met, including the mandatory graduating student portfolio review.
Lab Fee Disclosure
The lab fee(s) required for this course pay for the hardware and software in this lab, as well as operating expenses and supplies. A complementary print card is also included in the fee.
Computer Lab Misuse
Repeated lab misuse during class or squandering studio time will negatively reduced your overall grade by 10%. Common forms of lab misuse are:
- Instant Messaging
- eBay
- Working on coursework for another class!
Preventing Discrimination or Harassment
Discrimination or harassment (including student-to-student harassment) is prohibited both by the federal law and by Utah Valley University policy. If you feel that you have been discriminated or harassed, please refer to the following information to help resolve your concerns.
- Contact Human Resources at 801-863-6767
- UVU’s Grievance Policy
- UVU’s Sexual Harassment Policy
Students With Disabilities
Students who need accommodations because of a disability should contact the UVU Accessibility Services Department (ASD), located on the Orem Campus, in LC 312. To schedule an appointment, or speak with a counselor, call the ASD office at 801-863-8747, or for Deaf/Hard of Hearing individuals, use the video phone number, 886-760-1819.