Career and Technical Education
Computer & Information Science
Introduction to Computer Programming
SWLi (2 semesters, 1 credit, prerequisite none)
Introduction to Computer Programming uses Alice, an innovative 3-D programming environment that makes it easy and fun to learn object-oriented computing. In Alice, objects are easily visible because they are identified as three-dimensional humans, animals, furniture, etc. The state of Alice objects is changed via method calls, such as “move forward one meter” or “turn left a quarter turn.” These messages are easily understood by students. Computation is displayed by animations. One can hardly imagine a better way to express the notion of embodying state in an object and using computation to change that state. One of Alice’s real strengths is that it has been able to make abstract concepts concrete in the eyes of first-time programmers.
Communication & Audio/Video Technology
Introduction to Social Media
SWeD (1 semester, .5 credit, prerequisite none)
Have a Facebook account? What about Twitter? Whether you’ve already dipped your toes in the waters of social media or are still standing on the shore wondering what to make of it all, learning how to interact on various social media platforms is crucial in order to survive and thrive in this age of digital communication. In this course, you’ll learn the ins and outs of social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Google+, and more. You’ll also discover other types of social media you may not have been aware of and how to use them for your benefit—personally, academically, and eventually professionally as well. If you thought social media platforms were just a place to keep track of friends and share personal photos, this course will show you how to use these resources in much more powerful ways.
Digital Photography I: Creating Images with Impact!
SWeD (1 semester, .5 credit, prerequisite none)
Have you ever wondered how photographers take such great pictures? Have you tried to take photographs and wondered why they didn’t seem to capture that moment that you saw with your eyes? The Digital Photography I course focuses on the basics of photography, including building an understanding of aperture, shutter speed, lighting, and composition. Students will