Broadcast Technology

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BROADCAST TECHNOLOGY I 
GRADES 11 and 12
2 CREDITS (Full year course, CTE Program)
In this introductory course, students will explore photography, television, video production, and graphic communication.  Students will work on projects and learn to use digital cameras and video broadcasting equipment with photo and video editing software to create slideshows, short movies and even broadcast live events from the school and within the community.  Students will work with Final Cut Pro X to edit and add effects to projects. Emphasis will be placed on post-production skills, planning and organizational skills.  Students will also learn the importance of planning ahead and meeting deadlines. This course will require self-motivation, creativity and the ability to work collaboratively with others as well as independently. 
PREREQUISITE: Acceptance into the Broadcast Technology program.
 
BROADCAST TECHNOLOGY II
GRADE 12
2 CREDITS (Full-year course, CTE Program)
In this more advanced course, students will delve more deeply into the capabilities of video broadcasting equipment and video editing software.  Students will go in depth in learning Adobe Premiere pro, LiveText, Final Cut Pro X, and Virtual Set Editor software to create more sophisticated graphics to include in video projects and live broadcasts.  Students will often fill the roles of producer and/or director, discovering what it takes to create independent films and run a successful live broadcast.  Students in this course will be expected to take creative initiative with content for local cable television.  This will include brainstorming ways to involve a wide variety of content including student work, sporting events, club information, upcoming events, etc.  Students in this course will also be working with students in Broadcast Technology II on projects and taking the lead on school and community projects.
PREREQUISITE:  Successful completion of Broadcast Technology I