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NYCCT: Technical Production 2015-2016

In this section of Technical Production students are introduced to introductory rapid prototyping methods as they work to design and produce a first stage electric guitar prototype. Techniques such as drafting, technical drawing and solid 3D modeling are used to prototype in this collaborative environment. (Fall 2015 & Spring 2016)

The New York City College of Technology, Department of Emerging Media Technologies

NYCCT: Technical Production 2016-2017

In this section of Technical Production students design and build a wearable system that augments a user's perception of the surrounding environment. Deliverables for this section include three wearable interfaces: a head mounted display that mediates user reality by modifying and remapping sensory input, a sleeve with embedded proximity sensor and haptic controls, and a vest that serves as an enclosure for processing and power. Students will fabricate with both natural and man made materials working under the theme of bio-mimicry and hybrid creatures.

Students will engage in ideation research, and prototyping of their concept. Design precedents will be conceptually focusing around culturally expressive wearable objects. Output for projects will be either visual or audio-based. ANIMAL: This Inspiration speaks about attributes, communication, or interaction. Inspirational tags: hunt, power, texture, gesture, color, pride/pack. DANCE: Movement, expression, and communication are elements this design challenge. Inspirational tags: genre, gesture, beats, battle, float. ANTHROPOLOGY: This inspiration asks designers to identify elements of a chosen culture and represent it in a celebratory way. Inspirational tags: tradition, artifact, tribe, history, future, identification.

AMS & Wingspan Arts: Wild Science 2014

Class: Wild Science is a Summer workshop for Middle School students, hosted by Wingspan Arts at the Urban Assembly of Applied Math and Science. Students will learn the basics of 3D modeling and exhibit their works in a virtual Minecraft style gallery.

AMS & Wingspan Arts: 3d Jewelry Design 2015

Class: 3D Jewelry Design is a Summer workshop for Middle and High School students, hosted by Wingspan Arts at The Urban Assembly of Applied Math and Science. Students will learn the basics of 3D modeling using TinkerCAD and utilize MakerBots to 3D print their jewelry designs. Middle School: (7th-8th grades)

The Urban Assembly of Applied Math & Science and Wingspan Arts

AMS & Wingspan Arts: Aztech Fashion 2016

This year's, 2016, Summer Camp at AMS was a co-teaching position with Ashanti Chaplin, senior fashion instructor at Summer Camp. The theme this year was 'Aztec' and 'Technology'. Our middle schoolers designed T-Shirts and incorporated LED feathered head piece accessories into their designs. Middle School: (7th-8th grades)

The Urban Assembly of Applied Math & Science and Wingspan Arts

Wingspan Arts: S.T.E.A.M. 2012-2019

Sample Class Description: "Art of Science" "VIn Art of Science, students explore science creatively by using their right brain and all of their senses. They'll taste the periodic table and discover the science of music. Students will explore the solar system, space, and even dinosaurs through dance, theatre games, and puppetry. They will paint, color, and craft experiments that help them understand friction, force, chemical reactions, and so much more! This class is perfect for the creative and the curious." Elementary (K-5th grade)

STEAM Class List

• Art of Science

• Urban Engineering

• Soft Sculpture

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Wingspan Arts: Visual Art 2012-2019

Class: "Canvas Creations" "Van Gogh, Picasso, and Monet are only some of the names students will learn in this exciting hands-on class. Through the introduction of several painting techniques, students will learn about image composition, drawing, shadows, and light. With a variety of methods, students will learn about art history and also create their own pieces. Students will refine their fine motor skills and enjoy working with watercolor, acrylic, and pastels in this exciting art studio class." Elementary (K-5th grade)

Visual Arts Class List

• Modern Masters

• Canvas Creations

• Art Attack

• Global Art

• Eco Art

• Printmaking

• Street Art

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Wingspan Arts Mixed Media 2012-2019

Sample Class Description: "Mixed Media Arts" "Mixed Media Arts uses an array of materials to emphasize creativity, invention, and fun! Projects include sculpture (clay, foam, paper, wire); carving (linoleum, potatoes, soap), mobile and collage work. Each week, students will learn about a famous artist while studying technique, craft, media, and art history. Using this knowledge, students will then create projects inspired by these artists." Elementary School (K-5th grade)

Mixed Media Arts Class List

• Mixed Media

• Creature Creations

• Myths and Legends

• Toy Maker's Workshop

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