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Syllabi for Arts, Audio Visual Technology and Communications
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Course Catalog
Advanced Video Game Programming
This course builds on the skills developed in Video Game Programming through advanced game development using Unity and C# programming. Students will apply object-oriented programming concepts to design and develop fully functional 2D and 3D games for multiple platforms, including mobile devices, while creating 3D models, game assets, and digital graphics. Students will communicate and collaborate in development teams to take a game from initial concept through testing and refinement.
Course Location: Career Tech Center
Prerequisites: Pre-requiste: Video Game Programming
PRACTICUM IN GRAPHIC DESIGN & ILLUSTRATION II
Careers in graphic design and illustration span all aspects of the advertising and visual communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio Visual Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop a technical understanding of the industry with a focus on skill proficiency. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities.
Course Location: Career Tech Center
Prerequisites: GRAPHIC DESIGN & ILLUSTRATION II / Completion of Interest Form is Required
Practicum in Fashion Design
Careers in fashion span all aspects of the textile and apparel industries. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio Visual Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced technical understanding of the business aspects of fashion, with emphasis on promotion and retailing. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities.to be able to travel to their practicum site(s). This is a capstone course for students that are completing a coherent sequence of courses within their specific career pathway.
Course Location: Career Tech Center
Prerequisites: FASHION DESIGN II / Completion of Interest Form is Required
Practicum in Animation
Building upon the concepts taught in Animation II and its corequisite Animation II Lab, in addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio Visual Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an increasing understanding of the industry with a focus on applying pre-production, production, and post-production animation products in a professional environment. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities
Course Location: Career Tech Center
Prerequisites: ANIMATION II / Completion of Interest Form is Required
Video Game Design
Students will learn gaming, computerized gaming, evolution of gaming, artistic aspects of perspective, design, animation, technical concepts of collision theory, and programming logic. Students will participate-in a simulation of a real video game design team while developing technical proficiency in constructing an original game design.
Course Location: Home Campus
Prerequisites: None
Video Game Programming
This course expands on the foundation created in Video Game Design through programming languages such as: C# programming, XNA game studio, Java, and Android App. In this course, students will investigate the inner workings of a fully functional role-playing game (RPG) by customizing playable characters, items, maps, and chests and eventually applying customizations by altering and enhancing the core game code.
Course Location: Career Tech Center
Prerequisites: Video Game Design
Fashion Design I
Students will develop an understanding of the fashion industry with an emphasis on design and construction. Principles and elements of effective design will be applied as the students demonstrate effective construction techniques through creation of original clothing and accessories. They will evaluate the factors influencing the apparel industry: labor laws, environment, technology, fashion cycle, and economic cycles.
Course Location: Home Campus
Prerequisites: None
Fashion Design II
Students will develop an advanced understanding of the fashion industry, possible careers and entrepreneurship opportunities, leadership skills, and technology in the fashion, textile, and apparel field. The students will produce quality fashion products, demonstrate techniques used in personal fashion image analysis, and will create a portfolio of fashion designs.
Course Location: Home Campus
Prerequisites: Fashion Design I
Animation I
Students will apply academic knowledge and skills in the creation of animation projects through storyboarding, modeling, editing, and scene development. They will apply ethical decision making regarding the laws of using technology in animation, including client confidentiality and providing proper credit. They will develop their technical skills, recognize the principles and elements of design, and research the history and evolution of animation.
Course Location: Home Campus
Prerequisites: None
Animation II
#Certification opportunity: Autodesk 3D Studio Max Certified Associate.
Students will develop advanced understanding and skills in the field of animation. They will use advanced production elements such as transitions, edits, framing, angle, and lighting techniques; orthographic and isometric drawing techniques; and commercial production applications. They will learn to analyze target audiences; design color and compositional elements, characters, environments, and props; incorporate music and sound effects; render scenes; and produce titles and credits.
Course Location: Career Tech Center
Prerequisites: Animation I
Commercial Photography I
Students will develop an understanding of the commercial photography industry and career opportunities with a focus on creating quality photographs. They will analyze and apply the elements and principles of art to photographs; demonstrate knowledge of different types of cameras and lenses; practice photographic composition and layout; identify the characteristics of different types of photographic media; and demonstrate knowledge of the basics of digital photography.
Course Location: Home Campus
Prerequisites: None
Commercial Photography II
Students will build on the concepts taught in Commercial Photography I and develop an advanced understanding of the industry. They will build technical skill in the field as well as develop their employability skills such as critical-thinking, ethical decision making, and time management.
Course Location: Home Campus
Prerequisites: Commercial Photography I
Digital Design and Media Production
Students will explore visual storytelling by creating digital media projects using industry-standard software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro. Through hands-on design challenges, they will apply key concepts like color theory, typography, and layout while building skills in photo editing, vector graphics, and video production. As a recommended entry point for the Arts, A/V Technology, and Communication career cluster, this course builds a strong foundation in digital design and media production. By the end of the course, students will have a portfolio of work that supports future certifications and creative career pathways.
Course Location: Home Campus
Prerequisites: None
Graphic Design & Illustration I
#Certification opportunity: Adobe Certified Associate Illustrator
Students will explore careers in graphic design and illustration spanning all aspects of advertising and visual communications. Students will develop knowledge and skills in industry-standard software applications Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator while creating a diverse portfolio of projects that demonstrate mastery of elements and principles of visual art and design. Students will also develop an understanding of communication, ethics and professionalism in the work environment by working with clients, peers and faculty to produce graphic designs.
Course Location: Career Tech Center
Prerequisites: None
Graphic Design & Illustration II
#Certification opportunity: Adobe Certified Associate Photoshop and InDesign Students will continue to explore careers in graphic design and illustration spanning all aspects of advertising and visual communications. Students will develop knowledge and skills in industry-standard software applications Adobe Illustrator and InDesign while creating a diverse portfolio of projects that demonstrate mastery of elements and principles of visual art and design. Students will continue to develop an understanding of communication, ethics and professionalism in the work environment by working with clients, peers and faculty to produce graphic designs.
Course Location: Career Tech Center
Prerequisites: Graphic Design & Illustration I or Commercial Photography II
