This course is for the creative student wanting to explore computer animation. Animation is a growing art form fulfilling a need in multiple careers such as entertainment, advertising commercials, medical and legal fields and other areas wanting a strong visual impact. Design principles of animation will be used for creating storyboards to develop characters and story lines. Sound will be imported into animations. Multiple file formats and forms of animation will be discussed and explored, including 2D and 3D animation. Adobe software will be used. A final DVD including animation will be created by students for a digital portfolio. Possible Certification: +Adobe Animate*
This course is designed to provide job-specific training for entry-level employment in movie, video and television careers. Students study video technologies, basic equipment operation, video composition, basic lighting and audio production planning
and visual storytelling. Students work individually and in groups to create video projects utilizing professional editing equipment and software. Ultimately, students will create a “Demo DVD” of their work. Students will also be responsible for the
production of MISD programs covering many of the activities and events at all campuses.
This course refines the video and multimedia production skills to prepare the student for post-secondary education or entry-level employment in the media technology industry. Students will be responsible for the production of several programs
such as Every 15 Minutes and the Senior Video. Seniors will work on producing their personal Demo Reel which they will be ableto utilize for acceptance to various colleges, trade schools and internships. Possible Certification: +Adobe Premiere*
Students will develop an understanding of the commercial photography industry with a focus on creating quality photographs. Careers in commercial photography require skills that span all aspects of the industry from setting up a shot to delivering
products in a competitive market. Within this context, students will develop knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications career cluster.
Equipment Required: DSLR camera Possible Certification: +Adobe Photoshop*
Careers in commercial photography span all aspects of the industry from setting up a shot to delivering products in a competitive market. Within this context, in addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success
in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced technical understanding of the commercial photography industry with a focus on producing, promoting and presenting
professional quality photographs.
Equipment Required: DSLR camera
Digital Art and Animation consists of computer images and animations created with digital imaging software. Digital Art and Animation has applications in many careers, including graphic design, advertising, web design, animation, corporate
communications, illustration, character development, script writing, storyboarding, directing, producing, inking, project management, editing, and the magazine, television, film, and game industries. Students in this course will produce various
real-world projects and animations. This course can be used as a Fine Arts Credit.
Length: 18 weeks at Ben Barber (1 semester) or 36 weeks at Home Campus (2 semesters)
Students will develop beginner-intermediate skills in Adobe Creative Suite software including InDesign, Photoshop Extended, Acrobat Professional, Illustrator, and Fireworks. Become a multimedia, presentation master! In this course the students design and create original interactive computer generated multimedia projects and presentations. Students will learn to use digital cameras and scan and edit photographs. Students create animation and dynamic web content while learning about careers and the ethical, acceptable use of multimedia. Portfolio development, along with correct oral and written communication skills will be integral in all aspects of this course.
3-D Modeling and Animation consists of computer images created in a virtual three-dimensional (3-D) environment. 3-D Modeling and Animation has applications in many careers, including criminal justice, crime scene, and legal applications;
construction and architecture; engineering and design; and the movie and game industries. Students in this course will produce various 3-D models of real-world objects. This course can be used as a Fine Arts Credit. Possible Certification: Adobe Animate*
This is an introductory course exploring the Radio Broadcasting industry. Students will study several topics including the history of radio, FCC rules and regulations, audio editing, commercial production and on-air broadcasting. Each student will have an
opportunity to write, edit and produce his or her own radio show to be aired on the district’s radio station 99.9theWILD
(KMAN-FM).
In this advanced course, students will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the district’s radio station, KMAN-FM. All programming will be written, edited and produced by the students for airing on a daily schedule. Students will also be
responsible for covering many events including plays, sporting events and newsworthy stories that take place within MISD. Students will continue to develop their interviewing skills, on-air personality and commercial sales abilities. Demo reels will be produced for each student for possible consideration of internships with local radio stations. Students also have the opportunity to compete in Skills USA competitions.
This class will give students an opportunity to express and design creative ideas visually for a growing field. Commercial art concepts and design strategies will be explored using design principles and art elements for creating ads, logos, newsletters,
magazine covers, illustrations and more. Students will learn to create and design artwork for projects using Adobe software. A final DVD with student artwork will be created for a digital portfolio. Possible Certification: +Adobe Photoshop*
This advanced class will provide opportunities for students wanting to expand their skills and knowledge of the graphic arts and illustration field. Students will illustrate their designs and use the design process for presenting design ideas to clients. Students will create commercial artwork, ads, logos, poster and magazine designs, and packaging for 3D designs. Students will explore aspects of careers in the growing field of advertising and visual communications industry Possible Certification: +Adobe Illustrator*
Prerequisite: Digital Art & Animation OR 3D Modeling & Animation
Course: 1898CA/CB; Credits: 2
Length: 36 weeks (2 semesters)
Careers in animation span all aspects of the advertising and visual communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications career
cluster, students will be expected to develop a technical understanding of the industry with a focus on skill proficiency. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities. If a student does
not have transportation, opportunities will be limited.
In this self-paced independent production course, students will work with a mentor in the film/video industry and produce a final project complete with script, storyboard, casting, crew and premiere to an audience. Students must obtain prior approval
before enrolling and provide an outline for a future project to be implemented by the student. If a student does not have transportation, opportunities will be limited.
This course focuses on careers in commercial photography that span all aspects of the industry from setting up a shot to delivering products in a competitive market. In addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for
success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced technical understanding of the commercial photography industry with a focus on producing, promoting, and
presenting professional quality photographs. If a student does not have transportation, opportunities will be limited.
This advanced level of Radio Broadcasting is an extension of the two previous classes. This class will focus on the management side of every day operations of 99.9 The Wild, Mansfield ISD's official radio station. The students enrolled in this class will be placed into different managerial roles and will be responsible for promotions, music, programming and everyday operations of
the station. This class will prepare them for the everyday ins and outs of a commercial radio station. Students also have the opportunity to compete in Skills USA competitions. If a student does not have transportation, opportunities will be limited.
Careers in graphic design and illustration span all aspects of the advertising and visual communications industry. Within this context, in addition to developing technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and
Communications career cluster, students will be expected to develop a technical understanding of the industry with a focus on skill proficiency. Instruction may be delivered through lab-based classroom experiences or career preparation opportunities. If a student does not have transportation, opportunities will be limited. Possible Certification: +Adobe InDesign*
This course will introduce students to careers in Design & Multimedia Arts and Digital Communication. Students will develop an understanding of the various and multifaceted career opportunities in this cluster and the knowledge, skills and educational requirements for those careers.
Professional Communications blends written, oral, and graphic communication in a career-based environment. Careers in global economy require individuals to be creative and have a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong and solid academic foundation, and a proficiency in professional oral and written communication. Within this context, students will be expected to develop and expand the ability to write, read, edit, speak, listen, apply software applications, manipulate computer graphics, and conduct Internet research.
Prerequisite: Digital Audio Technology II AND Selection Process
Course: 1877CT; Credits: .5
Length: 18 weeks (1 semester)
This Radio Broadcasting Practicum course focuses on the field of Sports Broadcasting. The students will learn both live play-by-play techniques as well as sports talk radio techniques. The students will be responsible for the athletic events within the district as well as sports programming for 999theScore (KMAN-FM). Students develop their interviewing and broadcast preparation skills as well as their sports knowledge. Demo reels will be produced for each student for possible consideration of internships with local sports affiliates. If a student does not have transportation, opportunities will be limited.
Students will learn the basics of computer science, video game design and development. Students will program in Game Maker
using drag and drop options and scripting. Students will also learn design, teamwork, presentation preparation and delivery, real-world time management and many basic computer and media technology skills. Other programming environment and
game design techniques may also be studied to reinforce basic skills. Topics covered are mathematics, physics, design and computer programming.
Students will dive into the inner workings of a fully functional role-playing game (RPG) by customizing playable characters, items, maps, and chests and eventually applying customizations by altering and enhancing the core game code. Students will
work in the Visual Studio C#, Java programming environments, XNA Game Studio or Unity.
This course give students the opportunity to dive further into game development in a mobile environment and provide them
with the real world processes and systems used in the creation of games and simulations. Students will work in the Android and
Java environments.
Students will acquire knowledge of web communications and technological operations and concepts. This is an exploratory course in web communications. The six strands include creativity and innovation; communication and collaboration; research
and information fluency; critical thinking; problem solving, and decision making; digital citizenship; and technology operations and concepts.
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