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ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION CAREERS
Construction Careers: Carpentry [ STEP only ] Intended Audience: Grades 11 and 12 Credit: One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes:
• Tool use and safety
• Framing
• Roofing, siding and exterior trim Projects, Activities, etc.: Work on customized building projects; emphasis on building terminology and mathematical concepts related to carpentry Instructional Focus: Hands-on activities and use of tools Co-curricular Connection: SkillsUSA
Construction Careers: Building Trades [ STEP only ] Prerequisite / Selection Process: Construction Careers: Carpentry Intended Audience: Grades 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: Finishing [ STEP only ] Prerequisite / Selection Process: Construction Careers: Carpentry Intended Audience: Grades 11 and 12 Credit: One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes:
• Tool use and safety
• Doors and windows
• Insulation and vapor barriers
• Drywall and interior finishing 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
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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
AC Art Technology I [ STEP only ] [ Satisfies the arts graduation requirement ] Intended Audience: Grades 11 and 12 Credit: One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes:
• Work with Photoshop and Illustrator to create graphic design projects
• Apply the elements and principles of design to projects
• Learn historical overview, industry used computer accessories, common applications, basic design principles, layout and advertising concepts, typographical creativity, and common tools.
• Explore industry related career and college options
• Give students necessary skills to create and design graphics for a variety of different projects.
Instructional Focus: Lab work, skill tutorials; best practices with current software and equipment Co-curricular Connection: SkillsUSA
AC Art Technology II [ STEP only ] [ Satisfies the arts graduation requirement ] Prerequisite / Selection Process: AC Art Technology I and / or teacher recommendation Intended Audience: Grades 11 and 12 Credit: One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes:
• Work with Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Dreamweaver to create Graphic Design Projects, 3-D Package Designs, and Websites
• Apply the elements and principles of design to projects
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• 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
AC Music / Media Technology I 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, Quick Time 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 [ AC ] [ STEP only ] Prerequisite / Selection Process: Music / Media Technology I Intended Audience: Grades 11 and 12 Credit: One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes:
• Advanced media technology techniques
• Digital film production
• Advanced video production editing and software applications
• Film set management
• Analyze video footage
• Introductory Web Design Projects, Activities, etc.: A completed multi-media production Instructional Focus: Hands-on and lab activities
Music / Media Technology II- Recording and Production [ AC ] [ STEP only ] Prerequisite / Selection Process: Music / Media Technology I Intended Audience: Grades 11 and 12 Credit: One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes:
• Advanced media technology techniques
• Digital recording
• Record sound tracks and commercials
• Develop skills in organization of project setup and deadlines
Projects, Activities, etc.: A completed multi-media production Instructional Focus: Hands-on and lab activities
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