Computer Technology 10 is a hands-on course where students have the opportunity to enhance their capabilities in using information and communication technology. Students gain proficiency in using office suite tools, and also explore desktop publishing, digital image manipulation, graphic use, basic animations, effective multimedia presentations, and begin to explore scripting & coding. Students gain understanding about web design, online security and privacy, and careers in Computer Technology. Software utilized in this course may include MS Office, SketchUp, Comic Life, Prezi, Animate, Scratch and Sphero's for Coding, Gimp, iPhoto, iMovie, Audacity, GarageBand, and more! Computer technology 10 is ideal for all students who are interested in using technology in a fun & creative way. 

Computer Technology 10 is a hands-on course where students have the opportunity to enhance their capabilities in using information and communication technology. Students gain proficiency in using office suite tools, and also explore desktop publishing, digital image manipulation, graphic use, basic animations, effective multimedia presentations, and begin to explore scripting & coding. Students gain understanding about web design, online security and privacy, and careers in Computer Technology. Software utilized in this course may include MS Office, SketchUp, Comic Life, Prezi, Animate, Scratch and Sphero's for Coding, Gimp, iPhoto, iMovie, Audacity, GarageBand, and more! Computer technology 10 is ideal for all students who are interested in using technology in a fun & creative way. 

Digital Communications 11 will focus on providing students with a foundation in a variety of technology skills and the use of technology as a tool for digital communications. Through examples in social media, online marketing, digital journalism, and other technology platforms, we will explore topics on digital design principles and digital communications including topics such as basic design principles, social impact, risks, ethics & legalities, career opportunities and an introduction to personal ePortfolio design may be included.

This Information & Communications Technology strand will focus on an introduction to digital media (multimedia) development. Flash (animation), HTML (web design), Final Cut (video editing), iMovie, iTunes, iPhoto, iDVD, and podcasting may all be included. This strand will provide students with a foundation in a variety of technology skills and is ideal for all students that are interested in being creative with technology. As well, this course meets many of the skill components

Digital Media Development 12 will focus on building on the skill sets learned in Digital Media Design 11 and/or Digital Communications 11.  Through activities and projects, students will develop digital content using standard forms of 2D graphics, 3D modelling, video editing applications, digital animation, sound and web content, as well as other web-based resources. Students will continue to build and develop a personal portfolio collection of visuals, graphics and personal design work. Photoshop, Illustrator, Animate (animation), Maya (modeling, texturing), Dreamweaver / HTML (web design), Adobe Premiere (video & sound editing), Audacity / open source sound tools are some of the industry applications that may be included. This course will provide students with more advanced development in a variety of technology skills and is ideal for all students that are interested in being creative with digital media design & technology.


In Media Design 11, students will be learning and applying  the principles of design to convey a message, create an effect, and/or influence personal preference. Getting the message across is crucial in the use of digital communications in today’s digital world of business or for personal use. This course will explore and develop both online and traditional methods of media design and production, and will look at which one is most suitable for the various intended purposes and audiences. Students can look forward to creating their own collection of documents and visuals, graphics, and design work including infographics, promotional materials, videos, blogs, broadcasting, typography and storytelling. Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects and Muse are some of the software that may be included. Students will progress with greater levels of sophistication and advanced skills with software programs and design projects as they complete the learning outcomes and progress in Media Design 11 and/or Media Design 12.

 


In Media Design 12, students will be using the principles of design to convey a message, create an effect, and/or influence personal preference. Getting the message across is crucial in the use of digital communications in today’s digital world of business or for personal use. This course will explore and develop both online and traditional methods of media design and production, and will look at which one is most suitable for the various intended purposes and audiences. Students can look forward to creating their own collection of documents and visuals, graphics, and design work including infographics, promotional materials, videos, blogs, broadcasting, typography and storytelling. Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects and Muse are some of the software that may be included. Students will progress with greater levels of sophistication and advanced skills with software programs and design projects as they complete the learning outcomes and progress in Media Design 11 and/or Media Design 12.