2012/2013 Course Syllabus

IC3 Internet & Computing Core Certification

Computer Systems Management I & II

Multimedia & Video Production

Instructors:      Ben Gill                                Gina Hansen

Room:                 206 & 302        –or–       206 & 303

Phone:                 510.854.6134   –or–        510.223.3811

E-mail:                 mr.gill.csm@gmail.com        ghansen@wccusd.net

ITCA Course Offerings:

Students beginning the Information Technology Communication Academy (ITCA) at De Anza High School are given an opportunity to investigate the many facets of Information Technology available in the today’s modern Technology Industry.

1. First year sophomores begin the program with IC3 Internet & Computing Core Certification, intended for students who desire an introduction to using a computer and becoming a proficient user of Microsoft Office 2010. The course will explore Microsoft Office basics, using a word processor (Microsoft Word), using spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel), creating presentations (Microsoft PowerPoint), and desktop publishing (Microsoft Publisher). Students are expected to practice keyboarding techniques to improve efficiency. Use of a home computer, Microsoft Office 2010, and access to the internet are required. Students will also learn basic computer repair fundamentals such as basic hardware troubleshooting and network diagnostics.

2. In the second year in the Academy, students may choose a specialty in either Hardware and Networking OR Software and Design within Information Technology Communication.

• Computer Systems Management will begin with a basic understanding of how computers are built, networking and hardware knowledge.

• Multimedia I gives students an opportunity to work with digital art, graphics, video, web, audio and film using the Adobe Creative Suite and basic iLife software on both Mac and PC platforms.

3. During the third and final year in ITCA, students will complete a Senior Seminar in either Computer Systems Management II (in 2013-2014) or Video Production.

• Video Production (aka Multimedia II in 2013-2014) manages print, audio / video, and digital communication media at De Anza High School. The class gives students the opportunity to learn live sound design, film techniques for documentary and live events, audio engineering and live sound design. Students will work using mastery techniques in Adobe Creative Suite, as well as Ableton Live and Logic for advanced audio users.

• Computer Systems Management II will continue in the 2013-2014 Academic Year. 

All students begin with an understanding of email, file-sharing and mobile / online resources. ITCA students will maintain a current resume, print portfolio, and digital samples of their work to show future employers. Participants will receive instruction in current Industry Technology and Terminology. They will also be presented with field trips to local union workshops, industry events, art showcases, and design contest competitions.

Grading:

All assignments are assigned a point value.  The points are totaled and a percentage is utilized to determine the student’s final grade in the class.

                Practices                         20%                A = 90% and above

                Exercises                        20%                B = 80-89%

                Integrated Projects         30%                C = 70-79%

                Class Discussions                20%                 D = 60-69%

                Tests/Final                 10%                F = 59% and below

                TOTAL:                        100%

Course Resources:

Required Text:

• Computer and Internet Essentials: Preparing for IC3 by Nita Rutkosky
• Computer Systems Management Text by WHOM??? WHICH VERSION???
• Rosenthal, Morris, Build Your Own PC 
• Design Text: TBD
• Film Text: TBD

 Supplemental Texts:

• Williams, Robin, The Non-Designer’s Handbook (and ANYTHING else in this series!!!)
• Gomez-Palacio, Bryony and Vita, Armin, Graphic Design Referenced
• Rosenthal, Morris, Build Your Own PC 
• Gastman, Roger and Neelon, Caleb, The History of American Graffiti

Make-Up / Extra Credit Policy

• “Extra Credit” is not offered. If a student misses an assignment, the student has three (3) days to make up the assignment. If the absence is excused THROUGH THE ATTENDANCE CLERK the student will receive full credit earned. If the absence is unexcused, the student may turn in the work for 60% credit. Students are NOT allowed to work on make-up work in class.
• Students will be required to submit assignments via the Gmail email address created in class.
• There is no homework but students who do well will have to opportunity to take the exams to obtain IC3 certification, a worldwide recognized computer literacy certification or WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE OTHER CERTIFICATION CO FOR ADOBE?

Academic Dishonesty:

• Any form of copying, unfair use of materials, or claiming or misrepresenting the work of others as their own work is a violation of ITCA’s Student Honesty Policy, will result in a failing grade on the test or assignments, and will be reported to school authorities immediately.
• DAHS has a subscription to Turnitin.com Plagiarism Prevention. It is a proprietary system that instantly identifies papers containing unoriginal material and acts as a powerful deterrent to stop student plagiarism before it occurs. Recognized worldwide as the standard in online plagiarism prevention, Turnitin helps educators and students take full advantage of the internet's educational potential. Using Turnitin.com promotes originality in student work, improves student writing and research skills, and saves instructor time. After papers are submitted, the Turnitin system creates an Originality Report for each file. The originality report can determine if the paper is the student’s original work or if it has been copied.

1. 1st infraction - Student will receive a zero score on the assignment and a referral to a counselor. Depending on the severity of the infraction, a parent conference may be held and/or the counselor may place the student on a cheating contract.

2. 2nd infraction - A second infraction after a contract has been issued will result in loss of points and may result in the student being removed from the class.

Contacting the Instructor

• Email is the preferred method for contacting the instructor:
  mr.gill.csm@gmail.com or ghansen@wccusd.net.

• Please email if you have questions, concerns, or technical problems with the course. You may also contact Mr. Gill by telephone at (510) 854-6134 or Ms. Hansen via school phone at (510) 223-3811.

I have read and understand the policies and procedures set forth is this syllabus.

_________________________                                                                   ________________________

Student’s Signature                                                                                   Parent/Guardian Signature

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

IC3 Course of Study:

Unit 1: COMPUTING FUNDAMENTALS

• Topic 1: Understanding and Selecting a Computer.
• Topic 2: Using an Operating System.
• Topic 3: Choosing and Using Application Software.

Unit 2: KEY APPLICATIONS

• Topic 4: Working with Microsoft Office 2010 Applications.
• Topic 5: Editing a Document in Word.
• Topic 6: Formatting Characters and Paragraphs in Word.
• Topic 7: Creating and Enhancing Tables in Word.
• Topic 8: Formatting a Document in Word with Special Features.
• Topic 9: Analyzing Data Using Excel.
• Topic 10: Formatting an Excel Workbook.
• Topic 11: Preparing a Presentation.
• Topic 12: Inserting Graphic Elements in a Presentation and Integrating Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Unit 3: LIVING ONLINE

• Topic 13: Understanding Networks and the Internet.
• Topic 14: Using a Web Browser.
• Topic 15: Using Email.
• Topic 16: Using PCs and the Internet Safely and Responsibly.

Computer Systems Management I Course of Study:

Computer Systems Management II Course of Study:

Multimedia I Course of Study:

Unit 1: DIGITAL GRAPHIC DESIGN

• Topic 1: Basic Concepts of Design.
• Topic 2: Digital Graphic Design & Photography.
• Topic 3: Digital Darkroom, Print & Preparing Files for the Web.

Unit 2: WEB DESIGN & ONLINE MEDIA

• Topic 4: Information Architecture Design & Planning.
• Topic 5: Basic HTML & Web Design.
• Topic 6: Multi-Platforms Deployment & Peripherals.
• Topic 7: Interactivity on the Web & Basic Flash (and After Effects) Animation.
• Topic 8: Overview of Programming in CSS, J-Script, Java, Action Scripting & Assets.
• Topic 9: Creating Data Fields and Interactive Internet Articulation.

Unit 3: AUDIO / VIDEO

• Topic 10: Basic Components of Sound Engineering.
• Topic 11: Signal Flow, Microphones, MIDI, Mixing & Monitoring.
• Topic 12: Capturing Live Sound & Audio Editing.
• Topic 13: Creating Live Sets for Performance.
• Topic 14: Basic Elements of Film Design, Preparation, & Production.
• Topic 15: Combining Audio & Video, Editing & Compositing.
• Topic 16: Independent Projects & Student Film Festival.

Video Production (Multimedia II) Course of Study:

SENIOR SEMINAR TOPICS

• Daily DA News (print, web, live broadcast, & film)
• Branding and preparing for mass production and consumer consumption
• the BUSINESS of Public Relations and Design
• Marketing a concept or idea
• Data-Driven Analytics and Advertising
• Advanced topics in photography and graphic design
• Advanced topics in film and live broadcast (i.e. writing a treatment, presenting to potential clients, podcasting, etc.)
• Advanced topics in digital recording (i.e. DJing a live set, creating virtual instruments, programming effects, etc)