High School Course Catalog 2009-2010 - Fremont Unified School ...

Advanced Video Production FVCG 10-12 10 units/year
Prerequisite: Beginning Video Production.
Students will develop advanced skills in camera techniques, audio production directing digital non-linear editing, script writing,
lighting, set design and other skills required to create a high quality video production.
Beginning Video Production 1 (ROP) TAMA 11-12 10 units/year
Advanced Video Production 2 (ROP) TAME 11-12 10 units/year
1 Class Period
Gain an understanding and practical experience in the creation of video productions using EFP (electronics field production), and
television studio techniques. Students will develop basic skills in camera techniques, audio production, directing, non-linear editing,
script writing, lighting, set design and a variety of other skills required to create a finished video production. The course includes the
history of video production through changes in equipment and production techniques. Students will work in a variety of production
positions over the course of the year on group projects. Interested students may also create a video project to enter in festivals.
Broadcast Production YZIG 10-12 10 units/year
Broadcast Production provides practical experience in the production process of various forms of broadcasting. This class covers
script writing, pre-production, and production experience with radio plays, teleplays, broadcast journalism, and short films. It includes
skills training in editing, writing, producing, camera operation, field reporting, audio operations, studio directing, and computer
graphics. Integrated throughout the course are career preparation standards, which include basic academic skills, problem solving,
safety, technology and other employment skills.
Performing Arts
Course Title Course Code grade(s) “a-g” Fulfillment Length of Course
Symphonic Band FBFP 10-12 f 10 units/year
Prerequisite: Previous instrumental experience and recommendation of last year’s director.
This group will be the largest and most active musical group on campus. It will be an intermediate/advanced level group with all grade
levels represented. Wind Ensemble members will also play in this group, providing role models and leadership. Members will perform
as a Marching Band, Pep Band, and Symphonic Band. They will also participate in Chamber Ensemble groupings. A lab donation will
cover the cost of transportation, sheet music, equipment maintenance and acquisition, and marching band uniform rental.
Wind Ensemble FBJG 11-12 f 10 units/year
(Irvington Only)
Prerequisite: Audition or Invitation.
This ensemble, consisting of 30-35 woodwind, brass, and percussion players, is designed for the most advanced and motivated student
musicians on campus. Since these students will have advanced technical skills as a prerequisite for the class, the curricular focus will
be on artistic and soloistic expression. In addition to full ensemble playing, a great deal of time will be spent in chamber ensembles.
This is a 7 th period class. Students interested in taking Wind Ensemble should also enroll in Symphonic Band. A lab donation will
cover the cost of sheet music and supplies.
Jazz Ensemble 1 FJCP 9-12 f 5/10 units/year
Prerequisite: Previous instrumental experience, audition; Concurrent enrollment in Band 1, 2, Advanced Band 1, 2, 3 or Orchestra 1,
2, 3, 4.
This class will explore a variety of jazz styles and time periods. Skills in tone production, intonation, technique, music reading and
musical expression will be studied within the big band and combo repertoire. Improvisational techniques will be introduced.
Attendance at evening concerts, festivals, community events and rehearsals will be required as scheduled. A donation will cover the
cost of items such as uniforms, music, transportation, entrance fees, and supplies. Rehearsals times are determined by school site and
variable unit credit may be given.
Jazz Ensemble 2 FJKP 9-12 f 5/10 units/year
Prerequisite: Jazz Ensemble 1, audition; Concurrent enrollment in Band 1, 2, Advanced Band 1, 2, 3 or Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4.
This class will explore a variety of jazz styles and time periods. Skills in tone production, intonation, technique, music reading and
musical expression will be studied within the big band and combo repertoire. Improvisational techniques will be expanded.
Attendance at evening concerts, festivals, community events and rehearsals will be required as scheduled. A donation will cover the
cost of items such as uniforms, music, transportation, entrance fees, and supplies. Rehearsals times are determined by school site and
variable unit credit may be given.
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