This course introduces students to the basic concepts of the Communications career fields. Pathways in Graphic Communications, Broadcast & Video Production, and Graphic Design. Students will explore these career fields within cooperative learning simulation projects. This program facilitates basic level student led broadcast/video productions. Topics covered may include, but are not limited to: history of mass media, terminology, safety, basic equipment, script writing, storyboard, production teams, planning, writing, directing, recording and editing a production, graphic communications, and professional ethics.
In addition, students acquire a fundamental understanding of the graphic communications and design industry. Topics covered include theories and practices to creating aesthetically pleasing designs and best methods for working with consumers. Important topic threads in this course include discussion of graphic communications careers, ethical issues relating to graphic communications and design, and exploration of various graphic communications software.