STEP
• Cabinetry
• Flooring
• Painting
• Siding Instructional Focus : Math-related program understandings are addressed ; hands-on experience and use of power tools with emphasis on mathematical concepts related to carpentry .
Construction Careers : Building Trades [ STEP only ] Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 and 12 Credit : One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Tool use and safety
• Concrete and masonry
• Plumbing and electrical wiring Projects , Activities , etc .: Work on customized building projects ; emphasis on building terminology and mathematical concepts related to major outcomes Instructional Focus : Hands-on activities and use of tools Co-curricular Connection : SkillsUSA
Construction Careers : Landscape Design and Construction [ STEP only ] Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : One trimester = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Students will learn to design landscapes , estimate materials and costs , install various projects .
Projects , Activities , etc .: Create detailed landscape drawings , identification and proper use of landscape materials , install decks and other wood features , patios [ pavers / blocks / concrete ], planting beds and retaining walls Instructional Focus : Hands-on experiential activities , application learning through digital assignments and active participation
ARTS , AUDIO / TECHNOLOGY CAREERS
CAPS Creative Design I [ STEP only ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Business or Marketing course recommended . [ 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
FASHION MERCHANDISING CAREERS
Advanced Fashion and Design Technologies [ STEP only ] [ Students may earn Articulated College Credit ] Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Career exploration in fashion and design industries
• Advanced application of entry-level garment construction techniques
High School Registration Guide 81