Technology

FT20611     VIDEO PRODUCTIONS 1

SEMESTER  CREDIT    0.5

Fee: $35 

Satisfies one of the following:   0.5 elective, 0.5 Fine Arts elective, 0.5 Technology elective, 0.5 Practical Arts elective

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisites:  none

◆ This course introduces students to current trends, terms and technology in Video Production. Students learn and practice recording, editing and output techniques that can be applied to a variety of today's Visual Digital Careers. Units of instruction include industry terminology, function and theory of the video camera operation, pre-production (treatment, scripting & storyboarding), and post-production techniques. Hands-on practice will take place with Digital Camcorders and Smartphone Cameras. Students will edit their video recordings on various apps, software and computers utilized by todays Film Industry. Students work on their own and/or in small groups to plan and execute productions. Written and taped assignments are to be completed both in and out of the classroom setting. Students will also explore where and what Video Production career opportunities may be available in the industry. (1172)


FT20711     VIDEO PRODUCTIONS 2  

SEMESTER  CREDIT    0.5

Fee: $35

Satisfies one of the following:   0.5 elective, 0.5 Fine Arts elective, 0.5 Technology elective, 0.5 Practical Arts elective

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisites:  Video Productions 1

◆ This course builds on the skills developed in the Video Productions 1 course. Students will fine tune their digital editing skills. Students will work on various pre-assigned and personal projects. Through exploration, this class allows students to explore different genres of Videography, such as Music, Short Film, Documentary, Event, Cartoons,  Interviews and other areas of student interest. (1176)


FA14712     DIGITAL MUSIC AND AUDIO PRODUCTION

SEMESTER  CREDIT    0.5

Fee: $35

Satisfies one of the following:   0.5 elective, 0.5 Fine Arts elective, 0.5 Technology elective, 0.5 Practical Arts elective

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisites:  none

This introductory course provides students with the basic knowledge of music making and audio production. All levels of music experience are welcome. Students with no music experience to students who play an instrument and/or have knowledge of the digital world of music. Students will gain a first hand understanding of the digital audio workstations (DAW), Soundtrap and GarageBand. Students will learn the basic concepts of recording and editing music tracks and the spoken word. Students will also explore digital music and audio careers. Projects include creating a personal ringtone, editing the dialogue and applying music and sound effects to radio commercials, creating an original radio commercial, understanding the leitmotif and the work of a Foley artist, adding music and sound effects to video, and a personal passion project 


TE11411 ROBOTICS  1 

SEMESTER    CREDIT   0.5

Fee: $25

Satisfies one of the following:   0.5 elective, 0.5 Technology elective, 0.5 Practical Arts elective

Grades: 9-12

UNMLA Dual Credit: ELCT combined with TE11511 

Perquisites: none

◆  First part of UNM Dual Credit course ELCT 162.  This course uses robotic applications to solve a variety of engineering challenges and competitions, using electrical and mechanical systems. Students design, build, and program various robotic devices, using the engineering design process to refine their creations. Scientific and engineering principles, as well as creative use of sensors and programming, will be emphasized.  This is a project based, problem-solving, hands-on course. This course is NOT part of an Associate's Degree or Certificate program/pathway through LAECCA. (1732)

Note: Students will also have the opportunity to join the FIRST Robotics FRC Team (FIRST Robotics Competition). Dubbed a “varsity sport of the mind”, FRC combines the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology. The team will design, build and program a robot to perform prescribed tasks against a field of competitors. It’s as close to “real world” engineering as a student can get. The team will compete in regional and national competitions.  

For more information, click here: Robotics 1 flyer 


TE11511 ROBOTICS  2 

SEMESTER   CREDIT   0.5

Fee: $25

Satisfies one of the following:   0.5 elective, 0.5 Technology elective, 0.5 Practical Arts elective

Grades: 9-12

UNMLA Dual Credit: ELCT combined with TE11411 

Prerequisites: Robotics 1 

 2nd part of UNM Dual Credit course ELCT 162    This course builds upon the skills developed in Robotics 1 with more complex robotics and engineering challenges. Remote control technology skills will be involved, as well as the use of more complex electrical and mechanical systems and components. Robotic designs will incorporate a wider spectrum of technologies including remote controllers, remote video and Tetrix equipment. The engineering process will be emphasized and creative thinking is a must.  Students will also have the opportunity to participate in the FIRST Robotics FRC Team (FIRST Robotics Competition).  This is a project based, problem-solving, hands-on course. This course is NOT part of a Associate's Degree or Certificate program/pathway through LAECCA. (1732) 

For more information, click here: Robotics 2 flyer 


TE11611 INTRO TO ENGINEERING DESIGN 

SEMESTER    CREDIT   0.5

Fee: $25 

Satisfies one of the following:   0.5 elective, 0.5 Technology elective, 0.5 Practical Arts elective

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisites: none

◆  This introductory course is focused upon the basic skills and knowledge of drafting as the universal language required for engineering design.  Students will learn and apply sketching, geometric construction, multi-view drawings, dimensioning, sectional views, and pictorials.  Scientific thinking and the engineering design process will be emphasized. Students will design, construct, and test various engineering challenges. CAD software will be introduced in this course.  

For more information, click here: Intro to Engineering Design flyer 


TE11711 ADVANCED ENGINEERING DESIGN 

SEMESTER   CREDIT   0.5

Fee: $25 

Satisfies one of the following:   0.5 elective, 0.5 Technology elective, 0.5 Practical Arts elective

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisites: Intro to Engineering Design

◆   Students will build upon the skills learned in Intro to Engineering Design to apply the engineering design process to longer duration, more advanced engineering challenges. Students will learn and integrate a variety of electrical and mechanical systems and gain knowledge in additional areas such as advanced drive system components, CAD, and 3-D printing. This is a project based, problem-solving, hands-on course.

For more information, click here: Advanced Engineering Design flyer 


TE11911 ELECTRONICS 

SEMESTER   CREDIT   0.5

Fee: $25 

Satisfies one of the following:   0.5 elective, 0.5 Technology elective, 0.5 Practical Arts elective

Grades: 9-12

Prerequisites: none

◆  This course covers the principles of electricity and electrical circuits.  Students learn to read schematics, calculate and measure fundamental quantities, and to choose the correct components for circuits.  Many analog and digital  circuits are assembled and tested in this class. Students can also have the additional challenge of designing more complex digital circuits.   Some homework is given but this is primarily a hands-on, project based class.  A calculator is required.


NOTE: Offered in even numbered graduation years. Available in 25-26 School Year.

For more information, click here: Electronics flyer