Program of Studies 2011-2012 - Gorham High School!

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979B Flash Animation and Multimedia Design 2 WRVC 0.5 Credit Students will take the skills from Adobe Flash and learn Action Script programming that is a part of the Flash Program. Students will set up projects, acquire materials and devise a plan to complete their multimedia project. They will create AIR applications, websites and generate animation using Action Script. Prerequisite: Multimedia Design – Flash 1. 979C Adobe Photoshop Digital Media 1 WRVC 0.5 Credit Introductory course will focus on the creation, compositing and manipulation of digital images using State-of-the- Art programs: Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Topics include digital color theory, scanning techniques, masking, and image optimization for web, print and video media. This class will be aligned for students to take Adobe Certified Associate exam in Visual communications. Part of the Photoshop curriculum is aligned with a dual enrollment agreement at Central Maine Community College. Successful completion of the class awards 3 college credits. 979D Adobe Photoshop Digital Media 1 WRVC 0.5 Credit An advanced class in digital imaging where students will learn techniques used in digital publishing, web development, and 3-D production. Students will gain essential knowledge of industry standard imaging tools in a project-based environment. This class will be aligned for students to take Adobe Certified Associate exam in Visual communications. Part of the Photoshop curriculum is aligned with a dual enrollment agreement at Central Maine Community College. Successful completion of the class awards 3 college credits. ELECTIVES: 990 Applied Math WRVC 1 Credit 992 Algebra I WRVC 1 Credit 994 Algebra II WRVC 1 Credit 995 English II WRVC 1 Credit 997 US History WRVC 1 Credit 998 School-to-Work WRVC 1 Credit PORTLAND ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Auto Collision Technology Commercial Art Dance Fashion Marketing Fast Foods Graphic Arts and Printing Health Sciences Careers Landscapes and Gardens Masonry Music New Media Plumbing and Heating Technology Precision Machining Recreation/Marine Repair Robotics Welding and Metal Fabrication Woodworking Portland Arts & Technology High School provides skill training in twenty-three different two-year occupational programs for the thirteen sending schools in our Region. Students in grades 9 -12 are afforded the opportunity to train in the program and prepare for the occupation of their choice. These classes are designed for career bound and college (post-secondary) bound students and are an extension of their high school schedule. PATHS classes count toward graduation as any other high school class. Classroom theory and instruction, extensive labs, shop projects and community-based internships combine to give students real life experience in career directions. PATHS follows the Portland Public Schools calendar and offers two sessions a day: Session 1 (8:00 - 10:25 AM) and Session 2 (11:00 AM – 1:30 PM). All courses qualify students for 3 credits and are taught at the Portland Center on Allen Avenue. Transportation is provided by the school. Students are required to ride the bus. Only students who have parental permission and are authorized in writing by the administration may drive to PATHS. Students successfully completing a sequence (1 or 2 year) of an approved program may be eligible for Integrated Studies credit. Sending schools can award an Integrated Credit (Math, Science, Fine Arts) as part of the elective credit - not as additional credit. Students interested in receiving integrated credits should talk with their sending Program of Studies: 2011-2012 Page 32
school Guidance Counselor. NOTE: All PATHS programs follow national curricula standards and have been aligned with the Maine Learning Results (MLR). Applicants are encouraged to make individual visits to the program of their choice during their sophomore year. Arrangements for these visits should be made through the Guidance office who will contact the Center to arrange the date and time of the visit during regular school hours. Once a student has visited the program and completed the application, they need to meet with their Guidance Counselor to determine whether they will enroll for the following year. 902 Auto Collision Tech PATHS 3 Credits From damaged to dynamic! Learn the skills necessary to bring that automobile back to showroom condition. Students will learn the skills necessary to use a frame machine, spray guns, and some of the state-of-the-art techniques like adhesive panel replacement, paint blending and specialty paintwork like striping and flaming. Basics in welding, wiring, front end alignment and basic mechanics will also be covered. Through their affiliations with national paint companies and curriculum developers students will have the opportunity attend seminars and workshops. Career Opportunities: Auto Collision Technician, Frames Specialist, Refinish technician, Refinish Prep Specialist, Insurance Estimating, and Paint Mixing Specialist. 904 Commercial Art PATHS 3 Credits This course is for art students who want to make income from their art and create a strong portfolio for college or work. Students learn to prepare and set up their art work, create business cards, artists’ statements and career applications. Career Opportunities: Designer, Illustration, art shows, and graphic artist. 905 Culinary Concepts PATHS 3 Credits This course is designed to educate students for a career in commercial food service. From production to management to live work experience, you’ll do it all! There will be an emphasis on catering. This includes sanitation equipment, menu planning, purchasing, selection & storage of food, inventory, preparation, serving, and fundamentals of restaurant management. Students are introduced to career specialties within the food service industry such as short order cooking, general cooking, specialized preparation in meats, vegetables, seafood, baking and management. Career Opportunities: Cook, baker, chef, pastry chef, restaurant manger, food buyer, food sales, butcher. (Articulation Agreement with CMCC) 906 Fashion Marketing PATHS 3 Credits Fashion Marketing offers an introduction to the “business” of Fashion. Learn the components of customer service, designing fashion displays, composing effective advertising, the basics in fashion design and garment construction. Students will present seasonal sales promotions and will manage a new school store. Students also present a fashion show each year. Students are encouraged to be involved in a national marketing organization called DECA. Students may participate in a hands-on internship and will have the opportunity to intern in a local business, to gain experience and knowledge about the field of fashion merchandising and marketing. Career Opportunities: Advertising, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Fashion Buying, Retail Merchandising and Fashion Designer. 908 Fast Foods PATHS 3 Credits The Fast Food Service Program prepares students for entry-level employment in the food service industry. This supported program offers real life experiences through the operation of a student run café. Students receive a varied hands-on education in food preparation, equipment usage, sanitation, personal hygiene, customer relations, teamwork, attitude, initiative and independence. Career Opportunities: Prep Cook, Wait Person, Dishwasher, Cashier, Clerk, Sandwich Prep, Fast Foods Worker 910 Graphic Arts/Printing PATHS 3 Credits Gain the basic knowledge and skills needed for entry into the graphic arts and printing industry. Design and print your own T-shirts and create vinyl graphics for vehicles, signs and other applications. You will print a number of products while learning how the different printing processes are done. This class uses Adobe; CS3 (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat) as a design and production tool to create dynamic graphics used in the printing industry. Career Opportunities: Estimator, Graphic Designer, Pre-Press Imaging Specialist, Press Operator, Bindery and Finishing Technician, Shipping and Distribution Assistant, Sales/Account Representative, Customer Service Representative and Supervisor/Manager. 912 Health Science Careers PATHS 3 Credits The first year introduces the students to careers in health sciences. Students study anatomy, physiology, nutrition, diet therapy, and complete a medical research project through field trips, demonstrations, and classroom Program of Studies: 2011-2012 Page 33
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