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Digital Photography 1 # 82013100 GRADE(S): Varied CREDIT: 1.0

Digital Photography 2 # 82013200 GRADE(S): 10-12 CREDIT: 1.0

This is the second course in the career-preparatory program (CTE) intended to prepare students for careers in the photography industry. Students may also take these courses as electives.

Digital Photography 2 is designed as an intermediate, studio/performance-oriented course that focuses on advanced digital art photography, technical knowledge, and the development of a professional portfolio.

Digital Photography 3 # 82013300 GRADE(S): 11-12 CREDIT: 1.0

Digital Photography 4 # 82013400 GRADE(S): 12 CREDIT: 1.0

Digital Media/Multimedia Foundations 1 #8201210 GRADE(S): Varied CREDIT: 1.0

Digital Media/Multimedia Foundations 2 #8201220 GRADE(S): Varied CREDIT: 1.0

Digital Media/Multimedia Foundations 3 #8201230 GRADE(S): Varied CREDIT: 1.0

Digital Media/MultimediaMotion Graphics Production #8201620 GRADE(S): 12 CREDIT: 1.0

Digital Cinema Production 1 # 82010100 GRADE(S): Varied CREDIT: 1.0

This is the first course in the career-preparatory program (CTE) intended to prepare students for further education and careers in the Arts, A/V Technology, and Communication fields. Students may also take these courses as electives.

Digital Cinema Production 1 focuses on foundational skills across the entire film production process. This includes the history of cinema, intellectual property rights, production process, computer skills, production writing, and post-production.

Digital Cinema Production 2 # 82010200 GRADE(S): 10-12 CREDIT: 1.0

This is the second course in the career-preparatory program (CTE) intended to prepare students for further education and careers in the Arts, A/V Technology, and Communication fields. Students may also take these courses as electives.

Digital Cinema Production 2 specifically delves into more advanced production and post-production methods, lighting, and visual effects for different media. It prepares students for roles such as equipment operators, camera operators, sound technicians, editors, and more.

Digital Cinema Production 3 # 82010300 GRADE(S): 11-12 CREDIT: 1.0

This is the third course in the career-preparatory program (CTE) intended to prepare students for further education and careers in the Arts, A/V Technology, and Communication fields. Students may also take these courses as electives.

The course is the third in a sequence and builds on prior knowledge, requiring students to take on greater responsibility and refine their skills across all areas of production. The content includes, but is not limited to, production management, technical skills, post-production, project-based learning, and industry standards.

Digital Cinema Production 4 # 82010400 GRADE(S): 12 CREDIT: 1.0

This is the fourth course in the career-preparatory program (CTE) intended to prepare students for further education and careers in the Arts, A/V Technology, and Communication fields. Students may also take these courses as electives.

The course content is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to assume greater responsibility in the overall production of digital video activities. The specific competencies covered in Digital Cinema Production 4 include, but are not limited to, cinematography, production equipment, lighting, set protocol, and post-production.

Journalism 1 #1006300 GRADE(S): Varied CREDIT: 1.0

The class is used as an introduction to the skills needed in Journalism. Students can use these skills to prepare for joining the full Content Creation and Yearbook classes.

The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop fundamental skills in the production of journalism across print, multimedia, web, and broadcast/radio platforms and to develop knowledge of journalism history, ethics, and management techniques related to the production of journalistic media.

Journalism 2 #1006310 GRADE(S): Varied CREDIT: 1.0

The class is used as a second-year course for students who are being introduced to the skills needed in Journalism. Students can use these skills to prepare for joining the full Content Creation and Yearbook classes.

The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop fundamental skills in the production of journalism across print, multimedia, web, and broadcast/radio platforms and to develop knowledge of journalism history, ethics, and management techniques related to the production of journalistic media.

Journalism 3 #1006320 GRADE(S): 10-12 CREDIT: 1.0

Content Creation: This class focuses on creating content for school-wide use for shows, productions, social media, and more.

The purpose of this course is to enable students to continue developing fundamental skills in the production of journalism across print, multimedia, web, and broadcast/radio platforms, and to develop knowledge of journalism history, ethics, and management techniques related to the production of journalistic media.

Journalism 4 #1006330 GRADE(S): 10-12 CREDIT: 1.0

Journalism 5 Honors #1006340 GRADE(S): 11-12 CREDIT: 1.0

Journalism 6 Honors #1006350 GRADE(S): 12 CREDIT: 1.0

Yearbook: This class focuses on creating the school’s Yearbook.

The purpose of this course is to enable students to perform advanced work in the production of journalism across print, multimedia, web, and broadcast/radio platforms and to develop advanced knowledge of journalism history, ethics, and management techniques related to the production of journalistic media. School and professional publication efforts are expected.

Journalism 7 Honors #1006360 GRADE(S): 11-12 CREDIT: 1.0

Content Creation: This class focuses on creating content for school-wide use for shows, productions, social media, and more.

The purpose of this course is to enable students to perform advanced work in the production of journalism across print, multimedia, web, and broadcast/radio platforms and to develop advanced knowledge of journalism history, ethics, and management techniques related to the production of journalistic media. School and professional publication efforts are expected.

Journalism 8 Honors #1006370 GRADE(S): 12 CREDIT: 1.0

Content Creation: This class focuses on creating content for school-wide use for shows, productions, social media, and more.

The purpose of this course is to enable students to perform advanced work in the production of journalism across print, multimedia, web, and broadcast/radio platforms and to develop advanced knowledge of journalism history, ethics, and management techniques related to the production of journalistic media. School and professional publication efforts are expected.

3-D Animation Technology 1 #8718110 GRADE(S): Varied CREDIT: 1.0

This is the first course in the career-preparatory program (CTE) intended to prepare students for further education and careers in 3-D Animation and related fields. Students may also take this course as an elective.

The 3D Animation Technology program teaches foundational and advanced skills in digital media, preparing students for careers like modelers, animators, and texture artists by focusing on 3D design, production, industry software, storyboarding, and multimedia creation, including video/audio integration for games, films, and simulations. The curriculum covers technical proficiency, design, critical thinking, and employability skills, using industry-standard software for hands-on projects that culminate in portfolio development.

3-D Animation Technology 2 #8718120 GRADE(S): 10-12 CREDIT: 1.0

3-D Animation Technology 3 #8718130 GRADE(S): 11-12 CREDIT: 1.0

3-D Animation Technology 4 #8718140 GRADE(S): 12 CREDIT: 1.0