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Course TitleCourse DescriptionPrerequisite Grade LevelAdditional Course InformationA-G College RequirementType of Class
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9th Grade Atlas House ElectiveExploring Computer Science(ECS) is a yearlong, introductory high school course designed to engage students in computational thinking and practice. A major aim of ECS is attracting students who might not think of themselves as “typical” candidates for computer science.No9Elective Course OfferingGElective for 9th grade
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Computer Science & Technology Pathway
Computer Science PrinciplesAP Computer Science Principles introduces students to the foundational concepts of computer science and challenges them to explore how computing and technology can impact the world. With a unique focus on creative problem solving and real-world applications, AP Computer Science Principles prepares students for college and career.No10
Mandatory Career Technical Education Course
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Computer Science & Technology Pathway
Intro to Web DesignIntroduction to the fundamental principles,
theory, and concepts of web site design: History,
languages, browser platforms, hypertext,
graphics and compression, design and
typography principles, copyright, usability,
accessibility, and SEO. 		No11
Mandatory Career Technical Education Course
PendingPathway
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Computer Science & Technology Pathway
Art of Digital FilmmakingFilm study and filmmaking as a creative art. Prepares students for entry-level positions in video production field. Students explore the visual language of film from a two-pronged approach: studying history of film as an expressive medium and learning the process of digital movie making. Students engage in the production of their own digital movie portfolios. Eligible for articulation with Peralta College's Multimedia Program and meets the UC Visual and Performing Arts requirement.No11 or 12
Mandatory Career Technical Education Course
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Computer Science & Technology Pathway
AP Computer Science ALearn to design and implement computer programs that solve problems relevant to today’s society, including art, media, and engineering. Learn to apply programming tools and solve complex problems through hands-on experiences and examples.Computer Science Principles or Teachers Permission12
Mandatory Career Technical Education Course
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Computer Science & Technology Pathway
Multimedia 1Students will acquire knowledge and skills in graphic development and manipulation, basic video and desktop multimedia production, project planning, beginning web design, animation, interactive authority and critical analysis of student and professional multimedia work. Students will learn to create multimedia stories, messages and imagery using (and combining) film, text, visual effects, graphics, animation, special effects, and sound. No10FPathway
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Computer Science & Technology Pathway
Advanced FilmmakingContinuing theory and practice of digital
video editing: Intermediate film aesthetics and
time-based media design; basic compositing
and rotoscoping; luma and color correction;
advanced project and media management;
industry standards, copyright law, and ethics. 		Art of Digital Filmmaking12PendingPathway
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Computer Science & Technology Pathway
Film StudiesFilm Studies is structured to develop students’ understanding of the impact of film across the world and
throughout history. Students will become familiar with the basic terminology and elements of filmmaking and
narrative structure to improve their critical thinking, as well as their ability to communicate critical responses to films.
Through class demonstrations, hands-on assignments, and critiques, students will be exposed to concepts such as the
aesthetics, composition, technical, and sensory properties of film. In-depth study of several movements in film
will broaden the student’s knowledge of the medium’s history and evolution.		Web Design or Art of Digital Film12
Mandatory Career Technical Education Course
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