Communications Technology
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Students in the Communications Technology program develop skills in the design and production of printed material which visually communicates ideas, pictures, and information. There are numerous careers available in the Communications Technology area. Communication technology specialists provide services in a variety of areas associated with typography, web and graphic design, video, audio, television production, animation and photography. Students in this program will be exposed to a variety of skill areas in order to specialize in a related career. Instruction in this program includes, but is not limited to, computer system setup and maintenance, basic computer and communication operations and applications, design and layout of graphic and multimedia images, photography, website, video and/or audio design and production, project management and social media. The Adobe Creative Suite will be taught throughout the program, including – Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design, Premiere, After Effects & Audition.
Industry Certification: NOCTI Communications Technology and Adobe Certified Associate- Visual Communication
Student Opportunities
- Be involved in the creative aspect of design through computerized desktop technology
- Design, write and photograph for the school’s yearbook
- Learn the principles of lithography, digital and screen printing
- Learn the latest technology in digital photography
- Learn the art of video production using video and audio equipment and the computer for editing
Course Topics
- Orientation to the multi-media industry
- Video recording and editing
- Audio/music creation
- Animation
- Desktop publishing
- Screen printing
- Digital photography
- Study of color theory and application
- Graphic design theory
- Basic principles of lithography, digital and screen printing
- Typography
- Electronic reproduction methods
- Internship and/or cooperative education experience
- Safety
Requirements
- Good attendance
- Ability to work without supervision in a team setting
- Demonstrate the responsibility to meet deadlines
- Ability to use the four basic math operation involving whole numbers, fractions, decimals and percentages
- Ability to read and comprehend written and verbal directions
- Ability to comprehend and demonstrate industry safety standards
- Demonstrate basic computer keyboarding and literacy skills
- Have basic color knowledge
- Ability to proof read materials
Career Opportunities
- Art Director
- Web Page Designer
- Advertising and Public Relations Specialist
- Sales Representative
- Customer Service Representative
- Videographer
- Layout and design Specialist
- Multi Media SpecialistInstructional Designer/Trainer
- Technical Service and Support Specialist
- Commercial Packaging Specialist
- Graphic Designer
- Business Owner
- Gamer
- Animator
Required Coursework
- Communications & Digital Media 1
- Communications & Digital Media 2