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Intro to Graphic Design
Course #: HTED115S | 0.5 Credit
Grades 9-12
This introductory graphic design course offers students a comprehensive foundation in the principles, tools, and practices of visual communication. Through a combination of hands-on projects, design theory, and software training, students will explore the art and science of graphic design while developing their creative problem-solving skills.
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Grades 9-12
This introductory graphic design course offers students a comprehensive foundation in the principles, tools, and practices of visual communication. Through a combination of hands-on projects, design theory, and software training, students will explore the art and science of graphic design while developing their creative problem-solving skills.
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Game & Web Design Fundamentals
Game & Web Design Fundamentals
Course #: 6678 | 1.0 Credit FY
Grades 9-12
In this course students will be introduced to game and web design through the creation of historical games and video games as well as the development of basic websites. Students will begin the course by exploring the games of ancient cultures. Students will get hands-on experience with 21st century technology and skills by developing prototypes of each historical game and then playing those games to understand the game mechanics. Using 2D video game software, students will also use professional game design skills such as programming, graphic design, animation, testing and debugging to create playable video games. In addition to game design skills students will be introduced to the professional web design skills needed to design, create, and enhance web pages for personal and business use.
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Grades 9-12
In this course students will be introduced to game and web design through the creation of historical games and video games as well as the development of basic websites. Students will begin the course by exploring the games of ancient cultures. Students will get hands-on experience with 21st century technology and skills by developing prototypes of each historical game and then playing those games to understand the game mechanics. Using 2D video game software, students will also use professional game design skills such as programming, graphic design, animation, testing and debugging to create playable video games. In addition to game design skills students will be introduced to the professional web design skills needed to design, create, and enhance web pages for personal and business use.
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3D Modeling & Animation
3D Modeling & Animation
Course #: 6645 | 0.5 Credit
Grades 9-12
Learn the 3D modeling techniques used in movies, visual effects, video games, cartoons, commercials, and animation! Using 3D Max, you will work in this highly skill-based art form to manipulate and sculpt pure imagination into substantial forms. 3D Max is professional 3D modeling, rendering, and animation software that enables you to create expansive worlds and premium designs. If you have an interest in expansive gaming worlds or visualize intricate architectural designs, 3D modeling and animation with 3D Max is the software to bring your ideas to life.
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Grades 9-12
Learn the 3D modeling techniques used in movies, visual effects, video games, cartoons, commercials, and animation! Using 3D Max, you will work in this highly skill-based art form to manipulate and sculpt pure imagination into substantial forms. 3D Max is professional 3D modeling, rendering, and animation software that enables you to create expansive worlds and premium designs. If you have an interest in expansive gaming worlds or visualize intricate architectural designs, 3D modeling and animation with 3D Max is the software to bring your ideas to life.
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CHS Game Development 1
CHS Game Development 1
Course #: HTED320C | 1.0 Credit FY
Grades 10 - 12
Prerequisite: Game & Web Design Fundamentals
CHS Game Development 1 is a project-based course that will continue to teach game design and game development skills through the creation of physical games, 2D video games and 3D video games. Students will learn the fundamentals of 3D modeling, 3D printing, prototyping, and iteration by creating a variety of physical games that can be played with friends. Students will also focus on basic principles of computer science, software engineering, game design, and programming concepts such as variables, conditionals, loops, and arrays by building 2D and 3D video games. Students who enroll in this course are eligible to earn three (3) college credits (MMC 160) at CCAC.
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Grades 10 - 12
Prerequisite: Game & Web Design Fundamentals
CHS Game Development 1 is a project-based course that will continue to teach game design and game development skills through the creation of physical games, 2D video games and 3D video games. Students will learn the fundamentals of 3D modeling, 3D printing, prototyping, and iteration by creating a variety of physical games that can be played with friends. Students will also focus on basic principles of computer science, software engineering, game design, and programming concepts such as variables, conditionals, loops, and arrays by building 2D and 3D video games. Students who enroll in this course are eligible to earn three (3) college credits (MMC 160) at CCAC.
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CHS Web & Multimedia Development
CHS Web & Multimedia Development
Course #: HTED322C | 1.0 Credit FY
Grades 10 - 12
Prerequisite: Game & Web Design Fundamentals
CHS Web & Multimedia Development is a project-based course that will continue to teach graphic design for the web, web development, and multimedia development. During the graphic design for the web unit, students will use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to create graphic designs for the web. In the web development unit, students will create compelling, usable websites using the latest web standards, web application programming, and Adobe Dreamweaver. Throughout the multimedia unit, students will have an opportunity to create a variety of interactive projects using Adobe Animate and work with current virtual realities and elements to create interactive simulated environments using the Unity gaming engine. Students who enroll in this course are eligible to earn three (3) college credits (MMC 111) at CCAC.
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Grades 10 - 12
Prerequisite: Game & Web Design Fundamentals
CHS Web & Multimedia Development is a project-based course that will continue to teach graphic design for the web, web development, and multimedia development. During the graphic design for the web unit, students will use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to create graphic designs for the web. In the web development unit, students will create compelling, usable websites using the latest web standards, web application programming, and Adobe Dreamweaver. Throughout the multimedia unit, students will have an opportunity to create a variety of interactive projects using Adobe Animate and work with current virtual realities and elements to create interactive simulated environments using the Unity gaming engine. Students who enroll in this course are eligible to earn three (3) college credits (MMC 111) at CCAC.
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CHS Game Development 2
CHS Game Development 2
Course #: HTED321C | 1.0 Credit FY
Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisite: CHS Game Development 1 or CHS Web & Multimedia Development
CHS Game Development 2 is a project-based course that will teach advanced game design and game development skills through the creation of 2D video games and virtual reality simulations. Students will begin the course by learning how to create dynamic 3D games using the same industry standard developing engine as professionals. Students will create fully executable games that can be played on many platforms. Students will also work with current virtual realities and elements to create interactive simulated environments using current game engine technologies. Students will practice with hardware and software needed to implement immersive media experiences. Students will also create simulations for gaming, training, and environmental experiences to examine the many uses of these emerging media forms. Students who enroll in this course are eligible to earn three (3) college credits (MMC 250) at CCAC.
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Grades 11 - 12
Prerequisite: CHS Game Development 1 or CHS Web & Multimedia Development
CHS Game Development 2 is a project-based course that will teach advanced game design and game development skills through the creation of 2D video games and virtual reality simulations. Students will begin the course by learning how to create dynamic 3D games using the same industry standard developing engine as professionals. Students will create fully executable games that can be played on many platforms. Students will also work with current virtual realities and elements to create interactive simulated environments using current game engine technologies. Students will practice with hardware and software needed to implement immersive media experiences. Students will also create simulations for gaming, training, and environmental experiences to examine the many uses of these emerging media forms. Students who enroll in this course are eligible to earn three (3) college credits (MMC 250) at CCAC.
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Graphic Design
Graphic Design
Course #: 6650 | 1.0 Credit DB
Grades 10 - 12
Graphic design classes provide structured instruction to help you develop essential design skills. Students will use Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop to create and manipulate images. In addition, students gain foundational knowledge of the processes behind screen-printing operations and design techniques. Students projects include creating T-shirt designs, logos, labels, vinyl decals, business cards, and sublimation products. There is no prerequisite for this class and students do not need computer/drawing skills to be successful.
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Grades 10 - 12
Graphic design classes provide structured instruction to help you develop essential design skills. Students will use Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop to create and manipulate images. In addition, students gain foundational knowledge of the processes behind screen-printing operations and design techniques. Students projects include creating T-shirt designs, logos, labels, vinyl decals, business cards, and sublimation products. There is no prerequisite for this class and students do not need computer/drawing skills to be successful.
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