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CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) PATHWAYS
ART, MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT
Video and Media Arts A/B
Course # 5061/5062 Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: None
UC Approved – F – Visual/Performing Arts
Credits: 10
The primary focus of this year long course is designed to provide you the opportunity to participate in the pre-production, production, and post-production phases of television and video. By the end of this semester, you will have knowledge in scriptwriting, storyboard creation, basic operation of video camera, shooting techniques, editing, use of sound, lighting, public service announcements, various film genres, and documentary storytelling . A strong focus is placed on developing broadcast journalism skills for students to utilize on projects.
Advanced Video and Media Arts A/B
Course # 5064/5065 Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites: 5061/5062 or Instructor Approval Required
UC Approved – G - college prep elective
Credits: 10
This class is designed to give students advanced skills in numerous areas of video production and broadcast journalism. Students’ primary focus in this class is the production of the WPTV morning announcements. The course gives students the initial knowledge and skills needed to enter the broadcasting industry. Students will also be exposed to the business aspect of this industry.
ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE
Introduction to Architectural and Engineering Design Course # 5021/5022 Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisites: None
UC Approved – F- Visual/Performing Art
Credits: 10
This class is the introductory course for the Engineering and Design pathway. In this course, students will express themselves visually and be able to showcase their creativity. Instruction will be given in the following areas: elements of design, architectural history, technical sketching, green architecture, clean energy and computer aided design. Students will experience architectural problems related to the vocational fields of architecture and engineering, examine trade-related occupations; and discuss and develop a consumer's