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Desk
Top Publishing..................................Grades 9 - 12
This course
introduces the student to the history, procedures, processes, materials and
equipment of graphic communications.
Experiences
are provided in the design, layout, production and evaluation of visual
communications material. Skills in
lettering, drawing, composition, and paste-up are stressed as well as the use of
photographic equipment. Proper
planning and production techniques are also stressed.
Student notebook / portfolios are required upon completion of each
marking period. In addition,
computer composition is covered in depth.
This
work is done using PC computer systems with a variety of software including
Microsoft Word, Adobe PageMaker, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
Advanced
Desk Top Publishing......................Grades 10 - 12
This course
builds upon the skills gained in Desk Top Publishing.
Emphasis is placed upon problem solving and the selection and use of
proper materials and methods for each communication need.
The student will complete in-depth studies of specific techniques and
will produce examples of proper application through individual and group
projects. In addition, computer composition is continued in depth.
All computer work is done using PC computer systems with a variety of
software including Microsoft Word, Adobe PageMaker, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe
Illustrator.
Prerequisite: Desk Top Publishing
Scaled
Aviation Technology...........................Grades 9 - 12
This course
will give instruction in areas including blueprint reading, principles of
flight, robotics, electronics, basic engines, and related areas of study.
There will be hands on experience through actual construction of
radio-controlled flying model planes.
Photography ....................................................Grades 9-12
Through a
combination of classroom instruction and hands-on experience, students will
learn the principles of photography.
The course content will include photographic composition, technical skills necessary to
successfully use traditional 35mm cameras, digital cameras, digitizing hardware
and software, and techniques for exposing and printing photographs.
Students will also learn "digital darkroom" techniques through
the use of Adobe Photoshop.
Click here to see some examples of Photography class projects.
Architecture and Spatial Design
Semester .(Half-year course).......Grades
10 - 12
This
course is designed to introduce students to the field of architecture
and the concepts related to residential design. Both the outside
appearance and the interior atmosphere of the home will be addressed.
Students will explore architectural types and styles of homes,
construction material choices, structural considerations, and the effect
of spatial and lighting strategies in the interior of the home.
Through the development of drawings and using a combination of software
and drawing instruments, the student will design additions and
alterations to existing homes as well as experience the design process
in the creation of plans for a simple residence.
Technical Drawing / C.A.D.
(Computer Assisted Design).....................Grades 9 - 12
This course
introduces students to the study of drafting as the language of industry.
Students will gain skills and knowledge in freehand sketching, lettering,
orthographic projection, dimensioning, and pictorial drawing.
This course utilizes both board drafting and Computer Aided Drafting
(CAD) techniques. Software to be
used is Auto Cad.
Advanced Technical Drawing /
C.A.D. (Computer Assisted Design)
....Grades 10 - 12
Students are
offered the opportunity to learn advanced techniques and practices of both board
drafting and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) techniques.
Students are provided with an exposure to the introductory skills and
techniques of architectural drafting. There are three tiers at the
advanced level: Pre-architecture, Industrial Design and 3-D Modeling, and architecture.
Students will have the opportunity to take this course three times in order to
explore each of these areas.
Prerequisite:
Technical Drawing / CAD -
Level I
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