The Academy of Information Technology & Computer Science
Web & Digital Communications Career Pathway

IT Exploratory
STEM
Course Code:  700
Credits: 0.25
Grade:  9
Weight: General
Schools: WCA
This course will provide students with opportunities to develop an understanding and application of information technology.  This course explores the nature of technology, technology systems, and the history, evolution and characteristics of technology as well as its effects on our society, culture, economy, politics and the environment.  

Video Production 1
STEM
Course Code:  727
Credits:1.0
Grade:  All
Weight: General
Schools: C, K, W, WAMS
Video Production 1 is designed to introduce students to the use of video production technology. The course will focus on the use of cameras and related equipment to produce live and scripted video and to solve technical problems associated with the production process. Through the use of our studio and its equipment, we will develop skills involved in the various roles associated with a video production studio. A large emphasis is placed on leveraging Marketing and how both content areas work together in the real world.

Video Production 2
STEM
Course Code:  728
Credits:1.0
Grade:  10-12
Weight: General
Schools: C, K, W, WAMS
Prerequisite: Video Production 1
In Video Production 2, students continue the technical and script writing skills learned in Video Production 1. Students are engaged in a rigorous program that enhances all skill sets learned in VP1.  

Video Applications 1
STEM
Course Code:  7281
Credits:1.0
Grade:  11-12
Weight: Honors
Schools: WAMS
Video Applications 1 is a project based course where students will refine and expand on the skills acquired in Video Production I & II.  Students will receive advanced instruction in non-linear digital editing, electronic newsgathering, electronic field productions, and programming formats. They will be able to apply their knowledge and problem solving skills by producing projects in class and recording/archiving our many events afterschool with a portable 4K studio. Along with real world experience, students will gain a deeper understanding of how this medium can both reflect and affect cultural values, awareness, and visual literacy. This will allow students appreciate the artistic involvement with the process of producing videos, understanding and utilizing the technical knowledge, skills, tools, and concepts. Organizational skills, writing skills, professionalism, and the ability to work cooperatively are necessary for success in this class. Focus areas include live multi camera productions ENG (Electronic New Gathering), Single camera productions EFP (Electronic Field Productions), Recording/archiving school events, Long term storage, Knowledge in wire(s), Proper setup, breakdown of equipment, and equipment storage, Advanced editing with Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Professional cameras, drones, microphones, lights, and the Management of WAMSTV YouTube page.

Video Applications 2
STEM
Course Code:  7282
Credits:1.0
Grade:  12
Weight: Honors
Schools: WAMS
Video Applications 2 is a project-based course where students will refine and expand on the skills acquired in Video Applications 1. Students will take a lead role in the decision-making process and act as producers of various events.

Web Design 1
STEM
Course Code:  723
Credits: 0.5
Grade:  All
Weight: General
Schools: WAMS
This is a project-based course that teaches students how to build their own web pages. Students will learn the languages HTML and CSS, and will create their own live homepages to serve as portfolios of their creations. Students will finish this course with tangible, professional, mobile responsive websites.

Web Design 2
STEM
Course Code:  724
Credits: 0.5
Grade:  All
Weight: General
Schools: WAMS
Prerequisite: Web Design 1
This course builds on skills attained in WD1. Students will learn how to build their own web pages. Students will learn the languages HTML and CSS, and will create their own live homepages to serve as portfolios of their creations. Students will finish this course with tangible, professional, mobile responsive websites.