Interactive Multimedia 9 - 12 (Year)
The course is designed to provide students with instruction and skill in the use of technological resources and systems commonly found in the communications sector. The content includes, but is not limited to, digital photography, desktop publishing, animation and 3-D graphics, and virtual reality simulations. The students work with digital photography, scanned photographs; and work extensively with Adobe Photoshop CS learning to do print manipulation and print design. Students will work with desktop publishing using Adobe InDesign CS learning how design, layout and print pages of student work. Also, they will work with Adobe Illustrator CS an art design program to enhance and highlight student work. Instructional activities are provided in the technology education laboratory setting, using hands-on experiences with tools, equipment, and materials related to course content. Students will be required to plan, design, and produce projects; develop solutions to problem solving activities, present ideas and information orally and in writing; investigate content-related occupations; assume leadership roles and work cooperatively. Students should have use of a digital camera; also it is suggested to take this class prior to taking Yearbook Production.

Computer Animation 10 - 12 (Year)
This course is designed to provide students with the instruction and skills to create digital illustrations, modeling and animation, character animation, digital motion imagery, and game design. The content includes, but is not limited to, 3D modeling using discreet 3D Max, materials and textures, rendering, and computer animation. Students will also create, record, and edit digital audio, video, and photographic imagery. This course will utilize software programs to develop animation, morphing, 3-D graphics, and virtual reality projects. It is recommended that aspiring graphic designers, computer animators, electronic game designers, engineers, CAD technicians, architects, interior decorators take this course. This course may be used as an Applied Engineering Technology major as part of the School-to-Work transition guidelines. Instructional activities are provided in the laboratory setting, using hands-on experiences with tools, equipment, and materials related to course content. Students will be required to plan, design, and produce projects; develop solutions to problem solving activities, present ideas and information orally and in writing; investigate content-related occupations; assume leadership roles and work cooperatively. Recommended for students to complete Engineering Drawing as preparation for Computer Animation.

Presentations & Publications 10 - 12 (Sem)
Presentations and Publications is an introductory course designed for students with an interest in special topics to include desktop publishing, electronic presentations, imaging, web page design and graphics. This course will equip the student with the necessary technology tools for personal use, employment and advanced education. Instructional activities will be provided in a classroom or a lab utilizing individualized instruction and electronic learning services. Students will use modules to learn a variety of software applications and create projects. Students will be required to complete core modules based upon interest and need for creation of desktop publications, electronic presentations, web page creations and design, graphic layout and design, and multimedia presentations.

Video Communications I 9-12 (Year)
The Video Communications course is designed to introduce students to the concepts and equipment related to video production. Through a hands-on, project oriented approach, students will apply knowledge on filming, composition, linear/non-linear insert editing, lighting, storyboarding, audio and computer graphics/effects in order to communicate effectively using the video communication medium.

Video Communications II 10-12 (Year)
The Video Communications Seminar course will expand on the student's ability to apply concepts and skills learned in the first video course. Students will continue to refine their video production skills while completing video communication projects at a quality level consistent with post secondary programs or entry level in the career field. Students will construct studio and/or on-site editing situations and assist others with the application of video communication concepts. Preparation: Video Communications I.

Web Site Development and Management 9-12 (Semester)
In this course, students will design, implement, and manage a web site. This is a hands-on laboratory course designed to teach students the concepts, skills and processes involved in website development and management. Students will demonstrate appropriate website evaluative techniques. They will design and implement inter-active web sites following a theme or project, utilizing appropriate software.

Yearbook Production I and II 10 - 12 (First Sem)
The yearbook production course is a practical course designed to produce the official yearbook for the school. All phases of yearbook production, including photography, copy writing, page layout, and advertisement sales are included. The concept of accurate photojournalism is balanced with the need to present the events, activities, and personalities of the school year in a positive manner. Instructional activities will include teaching students the basics of yearbook production. Students will photograph people, places, and events important to the school year, write copy, lay out pages, meet publisher deadlines and care for all financial aspects of yearbook production. It is suggested to take the Interactive Multimedia class prior to taking Yearbook Production.

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