STEP
• Apply the elements and principles of design to projects
• The student will be exposed to Adobe Creative Suite and software currently being used in the industry and through lectures and projects will explore the role of the interactive designer in the production of different types of multimedia .
• Explore industry related career and college options
Instructional Focus : Lab work , skill tutorials , textbook activities ; best practices with current software and equipment ; interactive / multimedia focus Co-curricular Connection : SkillsUSA
CAPS Creative Design I [ STEP only ] [ Students may earn Articulated College Credit ] Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Career Readiness Skills
• Industry exposure
• Design Methods
• Theory
• Creative Problem Solving Projects , Activities , etc .: Real world problem based projects Instructional Focus : Profession Based / Experiential Learning
CAPS Creative Design II [ STEP only ] [ Students may earn Articulated College Credit ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : CAPS Creative Design I Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Career Readiness Skills
• Industry exposure
• Design Methods
• Theory
• Creative Problem Solving Projects , Activities , etc .: Real world problem based projects Instructional Focus : Profession Based / Experiential Learning
Music / Media Technology I [ Students may earn Articulated College Credit ] Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 and 12 Credit : One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credits Major Outcomes :
• Exploration of music / audio technology careers
• Hands-on experience with a variety of equipment and software for electronic music production including : LOGIC Pro , QuickTime Pro , MIDI keyboards , microphones , Mixing Board , lighting equipment , video cameras and more .
Projects , Activities , etc .: Audio recording , basic piano technique , songwriting ( beats ), live performance , animation SFX production . Instructional Focus : Hands-on and lab activities
Music / Media Technology II - Multimedia [ STEP only ] [ Students may earn Articulated College Credit ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Music / Media Technology I Intended Audience : Grades 11 and 12 Credit : One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• DSLR Camera Operation
• iMovie and Adobe Premiere Video Production Software
• Dragonframe Stop Motion Software
• Camera angle and shot types
• Video Editing
• Audio for Video Projects , Activities , etc .: Video Storytelling , Silent Film , Short Film , Stop Motion and Music Video Instructional Focus : Hands-on and lab activities
Music / Media Technology II - Recording and Production [ STEP only ] [ Students may earn Articulated College Credit ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Music / Media Technology I Intended Audience : Grades 11 and 12 Credit : One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Advanced Beat Making
• Music Theory
• Live Performance
• Sound Design and Post Production
• Continued study of copyright law & career exploration
Projects , Activities , etc .: A completed multi-media production Instructional Focus : Hands-on and lab activities
BUSINESS , MANAGEMENT , AND ADMINISTRATION
CAPS Business Administration I [ STEP only ] [ Students may earn Articulated College Credit ] Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Profession based learning
• Industry exposure
• Empowered to be independent learners
• Self-discovery and critical thinking skills . Projects , Activities , etc .: Real world problem based projects Instructional Focus : Profession Based / Experiential Learning
CAPS Business Administration II [ STEP only ] [ Students may earn Articulated College Credit ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : CAPS Business Administration I Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : CAPS One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Profession based learning
• Industry exposure
• Empowered to be independent learners
• Self-discovery and critical thinking skills . Projects , Activities , etc .: Real world problem based projects Instructional Focus : Profession Based / Experiential Learning
ENGINEERING CAREERS
Aviation Technology I [ STEP only ] [ Students may earn Articulated College Credit ] Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Explore careers in aviation
• Physics and math principles as related to aviation
• Testing conducted to private pilot standards Projects , Activities , etc .: Students are given the opportunity to explore careers in aviation including pilot , air traffic control , aviation maintenance , airport management , and aeronautical engineering Instructional Focus : Hands-on simulations , guest speakers and field trips
Honors Aviation Technology II - Private Pilot Knowledge Certification [ STEP only ] [ Students may earn Articulated College Credit ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Aviation Technology I strongly recommended Intended Audience : Grades 11 and 12 Credit : One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit [ successful completion can earn 4.0 college credits ] Major Outcomes :
• In compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations
• Aerodynamics
• Meteorology
• Aircraft Performance
• Weight and Balance
• Cross Country flight planning and simulation
• Testing and Certification to Federal Aviation Administration Standards
Projects , Activities , etc .: Flight Simulation – Students are given the opportunity to receive Certified Flight Teacher sign off to take the Private Pilot Knowledge test
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