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The Technology Department program provides both a theoretical and a practical approach to the study of technology as a means for producing a better man-made world. Particular attention will be paid to safety, use and care of hand tools and power tools and reading and working from a working drawing or sketch. The student will be given the opportunity to select a project and develop or expand on the design. With career orientation in all course offerings, students should develop job entry level skills. At the same time, course offerings will attempt to prepare college-bound students who wish to pursue future business pursuits. Safety will be taught and stressed in all technology courses.
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+21st Century Careers and CTE | @ Visual and Performing Arts | ^ NCAA Approved Course | FY Course meets Full Year | A/B Course Meets every other day full year
0602 TECHNOLOGY & PROBLEM SOLVING +
Grades: 9-12
This course will introduce students to the many areas of technology which affect our everyday lives, as well as introduce the student to the concept of problem solving which we use in our day to day activities. Students will incorporate the problem solving concept, together with hands-on experiences, to explore many areas, such as solar energy, aerospace design, transportation systems, aviation, design and engineering, and much more. Challenge yourself, as you learn and have fun.
0608 COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN (CAD) +@
Grades: 9-12
This course is designed for students with an interest in engineering, architecture, interior design, or industrial design. Students will begin with the basics of mechanical drawing and progress to using cutting edge software to design in both 2D and 3D. The course will introduce students to different drafting methods, the language of drafting, and the use of drafting software. It is recommended that students who enroll in CAD have strong math skills (minimum Algebra 1).
0610 HONORS ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN I +@
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite: Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Students will have the opportunity to explore the design and construction of structures used for living, working and recreation. Students will develop problem solving skills using advanced graphical methods practiced in industry: sketching, drafting, and AutoCAD (Computer Aided Design) Revit software. Students will work individually and in teams on 2D and 3D modeling projects. Emphasis will be on residential home construction. Practical applications will be included throughout the class.
0611 HONORS ADVANCED CAD 3D MODELING + @
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite: Computer Aided Design
Design the next MP3 player or cell phone with your own ideas! Using skills learned in Computer Aided Design, students will use problem solving skills to create 3-D computer models of designs they create. 3-D models will be made using parametric modeling software which will allow students to see their creations as if they were real life products. Fundamentals of industrial design will be covered to allow students to make well designed and thought-out solutions. Computer animation will be employed to show how products move and work in real life. This course is a must for students who are interested in engineering or product design.
0612 HONORS ENGINEERING DESIGN LAB+@
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Advanced CAD and/or Architecture
Using skills learned in Advanced CAD and/or Architecture, students will conduct background research and work on a long-term creative design project in their design area of choice. Students will take the project through the full advanced level design process and wind up with a completed final product. Students will get hands-on experience using a variety of cutting edge technologies and softwares, such as 3D printing, laser cutting, and CNC machining. This advanced level course is designed for students who intend to pursue an engineering or design based field after high school.
0616 HONORS PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING STEM + @
Grade: 10
Prerequisite: Enrolled in STEM Academy
This course explores the wide variety of fields in engineering, technology, and the design processes. Using activities, projects and problems, students learn first-hand how engineers and technicians use math, science and technology in an engineering problem-solving process.
0652 HONORS INTRODUCTION TO ROBOTICS +
Grades: 9-12
Prerequisite: (Sophomores, Juniors or Seniors who have achieved a Grade of 80 or higher in a computer science or technology course).
This course is designed to introduce students to the basics of robotics. Students will learn how to use feedback from sensors, applied mathematics and measurement to program robots to navigate in their environment. Students will have the opportunity to complete multiple challenges involving guided research, problem-solving, working in teams, and design documentation. Engineering design will be a cornerstone of this class.
0620 CONSTRUCTION AND WOOD TECHNOLOGY +
Grades: 9-12
Construction and Wood Technology is designed for students who have an interest in technology and construction. The course will include an in depth study of planning and problem solving through the engagement in hands-on construction activities. By utilizing various hand tools, power machines and finishing techniques, students will skillfully create unique project work. Throughout the course students will be developing skills such as product design, materials selection, materials processing, and general safety. These skills will prepare students to pursue career interests in construction, architecture, engineering and theatrical design.
0621 ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION AND WOOD TECHNOLOGY I +
Grades: 10-12
Prerequisite: Grade of 80 or better in Construction and Wood Technology and Table Saw Test, or Vocational Course in Woodworking. Teacher Permission Required.
The course is designed for the student who wants to expand their knowledge of hand tools, power machines and materials processing previously learned in the Construction and Wood Technology course. Throughout the course students will be developing new skills such as project planning, advanced joinery, project assembly, finishing techniques and advanced power machine operations. These skills will prepare students to advance into a future career in the woodworking industry and for those interested in Arts Stagecraft.. This course is a must for students who have a passion for woodworking and an eye for detail.
0623 ADVANCED WOOD AND CAREER TECHNOLOGY II +
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: Instructor recommendation and either a grade of 80 or better in Advanced Construction and Wood Technology l or Vocational Course in Woodworking. Teacher Permission Required.
This course is designed for the student who wants to develop advanced woodworking skills in fine woodworking in order to pursue a future career in the cabinetry and fine furniture industry. While working on their semester-long project, students will continue working on advanced joinery techniques, finishing techniques, cabinet construction, hardware installation, drawer construction and raised panel door construction. Students will also investigate career opportunities in the woodworking industry.
0645 DIGITAL MEDIA ACADEMY +
Grades: 9-10
Prerequisite: Enrolled in the Digital Media Academy
This course is designed for students who wish to enter the Jackson of Digital Media Academy and study the art of digital film and television production. Students in this course will touch on elements from all three Academy career pathways including Digital Filmmaking & Scripted Television, Broadcast Television & Unscripted Entertainment and Cinematic Production & Design.
Included in the course is a basic introduction to digital film and television studio production, acting for the screen, scriptwriting and cinematic graphic design. The final project for all students that take this class will be an Academy Application Portfolio which, along with their grade in the class, will be used to apply for entry into the academy.
0646 INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION +
0646A DMA INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION +
Grades: 9-12
From camera angles to storyboarding and script writing students in this class will learn how to make their ideas and imagination come to life. Students will be exposed to the various aspects of digital film and television production creating projects including music videos, short films and broadcast news programs. The intent of this course is to allow students to become familiar with the use of digital video cameras, non-linear editing software and studio production equipment.
0648 DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION II @+
0648A DMA DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION II @+
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: 85 or higher in Introduction to Digital Video Production.
This course is intended to further develop the skills learned in the Intro to Digital Video Production course. The emphasis in this course will be on learning the job skills required in the television and film industries. Students will learn advanced studio and field production procedures using professional equipment while producing individual projects as well as working on assignments for the Jackson Television Network. Students will be responsible for a wide range of broadcasts airing on Jackson Television. Students in this course will visit a professional broadcast studio to see the equipment they are learning on being used in a real production environment.
0649 ADVANCED DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION @+
0649A DMA ADVANCED DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION @+
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: An 80 or higher in Digital Video Production II
This course is intended to further develop the skills learned in the Intro to Digital Video Production course.
The emphasis in this course will be on learning the job skills required in the television and film industries. Students will learn advanced studio and field production procedures using professional equipment while producing individual projects as well as working on assignments for the Jackson Television Network. Students will be responsible for a wide range of broadcasts airing on Jackson Television. Students in this course will visit a professional broadcast studio to see the equipment they are learning on being used in a real production environment.
0650 ADVANCED DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION II @ + (Enrolled in DMA)
Grades 11-12
Prerequisite: An 80 or higher in ADVANCED DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION
This course is intended to further develop the skills learned in all previous digital production courses and prepare a student to enter a high level college program or career field. The emphasis in this course will be on mastering the job skills required in the television and film industries. Students will solidify their advanced studio and field production procedures using professional equipment while producing individual projects as well as working on assignments for the Jackson Television Network. Students will be responsible for a wide range of broadcasts airing on Jackson Television. Students in this course will visit a professional broadcast studio to see the equipment they are learning on being used in a real production environment.
0650 DIGITAL MEDIA ACADEMY INDEPENDENT STUDY + (FY)
Grades: 11-12
Prerequisite: DMA Teacher Recommendation
The Independent Study Program is available for those students looking for an additional academic opportunity for in-depth study as part of the DMA. The student and DMA instructor will develop an educational plan to meet the specific student’s desired educational and academic outcome. Similar to independent study options in other departments, this course will not be calculated as part of the student’s GPA. Students must be enrolled in the DMA.
Sample Digital Media Academy courses via Independent Study:
3D Animation & CG
Acting for Film & TV
Advanced Cinematography
Advanced Post Production
Documentary Film Production
Feature Film Production
News Anchoring
Scoring for Film & TV
Scriptwriting
Senior College Portfolio
Storyboarding
Television Series Production
Unscripted TV Production
0052 HONORS FILM/TV/THEATER INTERNSHIP (SLE)
Grades: 12
Prerequisite: Personal invitation from JTV Executive Producer
This honors level course will have students working with JTV to produce video/film or theater content for the Jackson school district during period 4, full year. The SLE television/film/theater production course is unique in several aspects that set it apart from traditional high school courses. Firstly, it spans an entire academic year, requiring students to invest a significant amount of time and energy into the program. Students enrolled in this course will be required to do substantially more work than a typical high school class, and at a higher level. Students must regularly devote hours beyond the regular school day to their productions, often requiring students to stay late at school and/or hours editing at home as well as traveling to other schools for production meetings.It is also a requirement for students to engage with all different levels of staff and students throughout the entire school district. They will be responsible for producing content for all ten schools, including potentially producing television shows, public service announcements (PSAs), news packages and/or theater content depending on their specific internship track. This hands-on experience sets them apart from traditional coursework, as they operate in a real-world production and/or theater environment. Their contributions not only benefit their own education but also enrich the educational experience of students across the district, fostering a sense of unity and collaboration.Moreover, the internship students must invest a significant amount of time in learning and mastering new equipment and technology. As the district purchases state-of-the-art equipment, these students serve as pioneers in understanding and utilizing these tools. In doing so, they lay the foundation for training younger students and ensuring that future generations have access to the best resources and education.
This course requires an extraordinary dedication, commitment, and effort so you must meet very specific criteria to apply and must have a personal invitation from a JTV executive producer. It is also recommended that students have their own transportation as they will often be required to drive between buildings during the school day to produce content and attend meetings with administrators.
0044 INDEPENDENT STUDY TECHNOLOGY +
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation
The Independent Study Program is available for those students looking for an additional academic opportunity for in-depth study. The student and instructor will develop an educational plan to meet the specific student’s desired educational and academic outcome.
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