Mr. Grillo
Instructor
Classes
This class will introduce students to some of the basic programs, equipment, and applications for specific commercial, industrial, and entertainment needs. An emphasis will be placed on the Design Principles and good visual communication with in real world settings. The students will learn the basics of the Abode Master Collection, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint, and presentation software. In-depth hands-on experiences will reinforce the learning process.
The level 2 class provides the students with advance training in the computer applications from the level 1 class. The students will get basic training in related visual and sound imaging techniques. Introduction to digital imaging for animation will also be studied and put into use. Adobe Master Collection will be further examined as learning tool to enhance the class. An electronic portfolio will also be completed in order to highlight the student’s work.
This final level of Interactive Media Program will give the student advance training in camera work and equipment operations, image capture, and computer applications. One of the main focuses will be television production techniques including the use of the cameras, console and audio board and the preparation of scripts by producing and directing studio programs. Another focus of the class will be hands-on experiences focusing on Interactive Media within the broadcasting field. They will also produce promotional video pieces for the school.
The level 3 class provides the students with advance training and specialized work in Video and Sound editing. They will learn techniques in order to communicate messages to specific targets. The students will also get proficient in Digital Photography, camera work, and Photoshop use. Advance studies within The Master Collections will be explored. An electronic portfolio will also be completed in order to highlight the student’s work.
This is a full year course emphasizing the basics of stage design and development. Activities will include knowledge of safety, and the use of tools and equipment necessary for set design, scenic painting and construction, and exploration of careers. Students will be taught the basics of stage lighting and the use of sound equipment. Students will be required to construct a complete set for both the fall and spring theatre production. After-school, nights, and weekends attendance might be mandatory during construction of sets and/or during performances. They will also be expected to assist in various concerts throughout the school year which will also require some after-school, nights, and weekend attendance. A portion of the Stage Technology Grading System will be determined by the student’s out-of-class participation at assigned performances.
Using project-based instruction and hands-on labs, the Prototype Design course was developed as a Technology Education course. It is designed so that students may blend the creative design process with realistic problem-solving activities, giving them an opportunity to fully realize ideas. The main intent is to help students discover their place on the engineering team and to determine if their aptitudes and interests were in the realm of the scientist, the engineer, the technician, or the craftsperson. Projects relating to several engineering fields are included so students may experience different roles within the team. The half year course content is organized around several themes; the engineering team; the process of design; technical communications: materials science; modeling processes and prototyping, and realistic design projects.