Course Catalog - Commercial Photography-Design & Multimedia Arts

Commercial Photography-Design & Multimedia Arts

Business & Industry Endorsement

PR: Prerequisite   |   CR: Credit for Course   |   SEM: Semesters   |   LC: Local Credit

(It is recommended students follow the program of study sequence level 1-4 as outlined by TEA.)

Principles of Arts, AV Technology, and Communication (9-10) #8176

Principles of Arts, AV Technology, and Communication Dual (9-10) #8184

Students will apply professional communications strategies. They will understand and examine problem-solving methods. Students will use technology applications when completing Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications projects and processes.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Commercial Photography I (10-12) #8158

Commercial photography skills span all aspects of the industry from setting up a shot to delivering products in a competitive market. Students will be expected to develop an understanding of the industry with a focus on creating quality photographs.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Commercial Photography II/Lab (11-12) #8159

Careers in commercial photography span all aspects of the industry from setting up a shot to delivering products in a competitive market. In addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced technical understanding of the commercial photography industry with a focus on producing, promoting, and presenting professional quality photographs.

PR: Commercial Photography I

SEM: 2 CR: 2

Practicum in Commercial Photography (12) #8188

Careers in commercial photography span all aspects of the industry from setting up a shot to delivering products in a competitive market. In addition to developing advanced technical knowledge and skills needed for success in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications Career Cluster, students will be expected to develop an advanced technical understanding of the commercial photography industry with a focus on producing, promoting, and presenting professional quality photographs.

PR: Pass Commercial Photo II/Lab and verification of prerequisite skills submitted to central office.

SEM: 2 CR: 2

Career Preparation I Extended (11-12) #8009

Extended Career Preparation provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with business and industry employment experiences. The goal is to prepare students with a variety of skills for a changing workplace. Career preparation is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success. Students spend one hour in class each day and a minimum of 15 hours on the job each week. 

PR: Successful completion of one or more advanced career and technical education courses that are part of a coherent sequence of courses in a career cluster related to the field in which the student will be employed.

SEM: 2 CR: 3

Career Preparation II Extended (12) #8010

Extended Career Preparation provides opportunities for students to participate in a work-based learning experience that combines classroom instruction with business and industry employment experiences. The goal is to prepare students with a variety of skills for a changing workplace. Career preparation is relevant and rigorous, supports student attainment of academic standards, and effectively prepares students for college and career success. Students spend one hour in class each day and a minimum of 15 hours on the job each week. 

PR: Career Preparation I

SEM: 2 CR: 3