High School CTE South Carolina Standards

Identify positive work practices (e.g., appropriate dress code for the workplace, personal grooming, punctuality, time management, organization).

Explain the goals and objectives of related student organizations.

Identify potential abuse and unethical uses of computers and networks.

Prepare the following financial statements:<ol type="a"><li>Income Statement</li><li>Balance Sheet</li></ol>

Identify major causes of work-related accidents in offices.

Automatic payment withdrawals.

Employability Skills

Post:<ol type="a"><li>Adjusting entries</li><li>Closing entries</li></ol>

Explain how related student organizations are integral parts of career and technology education courses.

Post the entry to record employee earnings and withholdings.

Prepare a beginning balance sheet.

Explain the consequences of illegal, social, and unethical uses of information technologies (e.g., piracy; illegal downloading; licensing infringement; inappropriate uses of software, hardware, and mobile devices).

Post from the journal(s) to the:<ol type="a"><li>General ledger</li><li>Accounts receivable ledger</li><li>Accounts payable ledger.</li></ol>

Demonstrate positive interpersonal skills (e.g., communication, respect, teamwork).

List the parts of the basic accounting equation.

Automated Accounting

List opportunities available to students through participation in related student organization conferences/competitions, community service, philanthropy, and other activities.

Journalize the entry for returned items.

Prepare a post-closing trial balance.

Discuss computer crimes, terms of use, and legal issues such as copyright laws, fair use laws, and ethics pertaining to scanned and downloaded clip art images, photographs, documents, video, recorded sounds and music, trademarks, and other elements for use in Web publications.

Complete a worksheet with adjustments to determine:<ol type="a"><li>Net loss</li><li>Net gain.</li></ol>

Prepare a trial balance.

Prepare a schedule of:<ol type="a"><li>Accounts receivable</li><li>Accounts payable.</li></ol>

Describe the threats to a computer network, methods of avoiding attacks, and options in dealing with virus attacks.

Journalize reconciling items.

Write a check.

Journalize the entry to record employer's tax obligations.

Prepare a deposit slip.

Demonstrate basic use of accounting software.

Identify netiquette including the use of e-mail, social networking, blogs, texting, and chatting.

Update employee earnings record.

Describe ethical and legal practices in business professions such as safeguarding the confidentiality of business-related information.

Analyze and input transactions.

Describe the differences between manual and computerized accounting systems.

Endorse checks.

Safety and Ethics

Open an account in a:<ol type="a"><li>General ledger</li><li>Accounts receivable ledger</li><li>Accounts payable ledger.</li></ol>

Analyze transactions to determine:<ol type="a"><li>which accounts are affected</li><li>which account is debited</li><li>Which account is credited?</li></ol>

Prepare a payroll register.

Identify source documents required for journalizing transactions.

Differentiate between freeware, shareware, and public domain software copyrights.

Demonstrate ability to access accounting programs.

Complete a check stub.

Payroll Systems

Classify accounts as assets, liabilities, or capital.

Journalize the entry to record employee earnings and withholdings.

Journalize:<ol type="a"><li>Adjusting entries</li><li>Closing entries</li></ol>

Post the entry to record employer's tax obligations.

Demonstrate knowledge of accounting terminology.

Define each part of the basic accounting equation.

Print financial statements.

Demonstrate knowledge of accounting concepts.

Demonstrate an awareness of and the ability to manipulate a chart of accounts.

Journalize the entry for:<ol type="a"><li>A bank service charge</li><li>Credit card fees</li><li>Direct deposit</li><li>ATM withdrawals</li></ol>

Accounting Cycle

Journalize transactions in:<ol type="a"><li>A general journal</li><li>Special journals.</li></ol>

Identify employer's payroll tax obligations.

Cash Management

Reconcile a bank statement.

Explain how participation in career and technology education student organizations can promote lifelong responsibility for community service and professional development.

Identify methods of calculating employee earnings.

Student Organizations

Evaluate careers in the advertising industry.

SAFETY

Review school safety policies and procedures.

Review classroom safety rules and procedures.

Review safety procedures for using equipment in the classroom.

Identify major causes of work-related accidents in office environments.

Demonstrate safety skills in an office/work environment.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Identify the purpose and goals of a Career and Technology Student Organization (CTSO).

Explain how CTSOs are integral parts of specific clusters, majors, and/or courses.

Explain the benefits and responsibilities of being a member of a CTSO.

List leadership opportunities that are available to students through participation in CTSO conferences, competitions, community service, philanthropy, and other activities.

Explain how participation in CTSOs can promote lifelong benefits in other professional and civic organizations.

TECHNOLOGY KNOWLEDGE

Demonstrate proficiency and skills associated with the use of technologies that are common to a specific occupation.

Identify proper netiquette when using e-mail, social media, and other technologies for communication purposes.

Identify potential abuse and unethical uses of laptops, tablets, computers, and/or networks.

Explain the consequences of social, illegal, and unethical uses of technology (e.g., piracy; illegal downloading; cyberbullying; licensing infringement; inappropriate uses of software, hardware, and mobile devices in the work environment).

Discuss legal issues and the terms of use related to copyright laws, Creative Commons, fair use laws, and ethics pertaining to downloading of images, photographs, Creative Commons, documents, video, sounds, music, trademarks, and other elements for personal use.

Describe ethical and legal practices of safeguarding the confidentiality of business-related information.

Describe possible threats to a laptop, tablet, computer, and/or network and methods of avoiding attacks.

PERSONAL QUALITIES AND EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

Demonstrate creativity and innovation.

Demonstrate teamwork.

Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Demonstrate initiative and self-direction.

Demonstrate integrity.

Demonstrate work ethic.

Demonstrate conflict resolution skills.

Demonstrate listening and speaking skills.

Demonstrate respect for diversity.

Demonstrate customer service orientation.

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE

Demonstrate global or “big picture” thinking.

Demonstrates professionalism in the workplace.

Demonstrates reading and writing skills.

Demonstrates workplace safety.

Demonstrate career and life management skills and goal-making.

Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptability skills to changing job requirements.

Demonstrate time and resource management skills.

Demonstrates information literacy skills.

Demonstrates information security skills.

Demonstrates information technology skills.

Demonstrates knowledge and use of job-specific tools and technologies.

Demonstrate job-specific mathematics skills.

MARKETING OVERVIEW

Define marketing and describe its benefits.

Explain the product life cycle and the importance of developing new products/services to stay competitive.

Analyze the seven functions of marketing.

Describe the marketing mix.

Describe the elements of the promotional mix and the importance of each in marketing.

Identify the different strategy components of marketing.

Explain the concept and types of market segmentation, i.e., demographics, geographic, psychographic, and behavioral.

Distinguish among marketing identification, market segmentation, target, and mass marketing.

Conduct a SWOT and PEST analysis to plan for opportunities in the market.

Describe the importance of positioning in marketing.

ADVERTISING FUNDAMENTALS

Define advertising and its impact on consumer buying behaviors.

Evaluate the origin of advertising and past and current trends in the advertising and promotion industry.

Explain the benefits and advantages of advertising.

Analyze advertising mediums.

Examine the social, ethical, and regulatory aspects of advertising through the following:

ethical considerations in advertising and public relations

domestic and international governmental laws/regulations and penalties

global and cultural differences

Analyze the differences between promotional, political and institutional advertising.

Identify factors affecting the promotional mix (e.g., technology, economy, market, distribution).

FORMS OF MEDIA

Identify different forms of media.

Compare and contrast advantages and disadvantages associated with the different forms of media.

Define industry-specific terminology for each form of media.

Explain the purpose of each element used in advertising, layouts, and the importance of coordinating elements to attract consumer attention.

Evaluate opportunities for future uses of media.

PLANNING AND RESEARCH

Examine the steps of the marketing research process.

Identify the process for selecting a target market.

Implement methods for obtaining market research data.

Compare and contrast the use of psychology and data mining for researching product placement.

Describe various advertising objectives and their relationship to the message strategy.

Describe the importance of the promotional mix and its role as a marketing function.

Explain the elements of sales promotion and its relationship to the ad campaign.

Prepare an advertising/promotional budget.

CREATIVE CONCEPTING

Explain why creativity is important in advertising.

Explain branding considerations for product packaging.

Demonstrate appropriate communication skills for delivering a presentation on an advertising campaign element.

Explain the emergence of green marketing as an advertising strategy.

Explain how the creative process supports an existing brand.

Describe the creative process in an advertising agency.

Describe the creative guidelines for a media format.

Examine the use of advertising and public relations by marketers.

Explain the significance of copyrights, Creative Commons, and Fair Use in the advertising industry.

Develop a branding strategy for a new or existing product.

Explain how the product life cycle influences the campaign process.

Create advertisements utilizing computer graphics, various platforms, layout, storyboards, etc., for selected media such as broadcast and print.

MEASURING SUCCESS

Identify types of goals for success in an advertising campaign.

Explain the basic ways in which companies determine their promotional budgets.

Evaluate costs associated with different forms of media.

Develop criteria for selecting or purchasing different forms of media.

Calculate media costs to find the most effective form of media to reach a target market.

Evaluate different forms of measurement for audience ratings/reach.

Describe the impact of establishing goals for advertising campaigns as they relate to profitability and effectiveness.

PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES

Evaluate advantages & disadvantages of various promotional strategies.

Evaluate promotional and selling activities (e.g., trade and consumer promotions).

Develop an advertising/promotional campaign to include:

product/service selection

multiple media forms

public relation activities

branding

Evaluate campaign effectiveness.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Determine the education, skills, characteristic traits and training that relate to advertising careers.

Examine professional development resources through trade organizations.

Examine the structure of the advertising industry, including advertisers, advertising agencies, and support organizations.

Evaluate and pursue career-ready certifications.

Write a resume and a cover letter for a career in the ad industry.

Advertisers demonstrate creativity in the field of advertising as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Marketing programs of study.

Advertisers establish goals and criteria to evaluate advertising campaigns as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Marketing programs of study.

Advertisers demonstrate knowledge in marketing fundamentals as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Marketing programs of study.

Advertisers demonstrate knowledge and practices in using the different forms of media found in the advertising industry as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Marketing programs of study.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including positive work practices and interpersonal skills, as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including the ethical use of technology as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including professional development, required for proficiency within their area. They will use this knowledge as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Advertisers develop effective advertising campaigns incorporating various promotions as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Marketing programs of study.

Advertisers demonstrate knowledge and practices found in the advertising industry as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Marketing programs of study.

Advertisers demonstrate skills in planning and researching in preparation of the ad campaign as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Marketing programs of study.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including positive work practices and interpersonal skills, as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including safety as required for proficiency within their area. They will use this knowledge as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Advertisers demonstrate appropriate professional development skills as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Marketing programs of study.

AGRICULTURAL LITERACY IN AGRISCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Identify the factors to consider in selecting an occupation in agriculture

Name and describe the major areas of agriculture occupations based on level of employment

Name and describe the major areas of agriculture occupations based on the nature of the work

Selecting an Agriculture Occupation

Identify agricultural products used to provide human shelter

Identify agricultural products used to provide clothing

List agricultural products used to provide food

Discuss modern agricultures role in basic human nutrition

Understanding the Importance of Agriculture to Society

Explain the benefits of research in new areas of agriscience

Identify the major areas of agriscience

Explain the meaning of agriscience and technology

Understanding Agriscience and Technology

Explain safety procedures that should be followed in the agriscience laboratory

List and explain the five major steps in the scientific method

Define the research process and some practical applications in agriculture

Conducting Agricultural Research

Developing Leadership Skills in Agriculture

Explain the purpose of a Program of Activities and its committee structure

Recite and explain the meaning of the FFA Creed

Explain the mission and strategies, colors, motto, parts of the emblem, and the organizational structure of the FFA

Explain how, when, and why the FFA was organized

Exploring the History and Organization of FFA

Identify major state and national activities available to FFA members

Describe how the FFA develops leadership skills, personal growth, and career success

Discovering Opportunities in the FFA

Explain various team and individual Career Development Events

Identify the FFA proficiency awards

Explain the four FFA degree areas

Determining FFA Degrees, Awards, and CDEs

Explain the proper dress and characteristics of a good FFA leader

Describe the duties and responsibilities of chapter FFA officers

Understanding FFA Officer Duties and Responsibilities

SUPERVISED EXPERIENCE IN AGRICULTURE

Explain the benefits of supervised agricultural experience programs

Define supervised agricultural experience

Explain the importance of goals and career ladders

Determining the Benefits of an SAE

Explain the characteristics of a good SAE program and student responsibilities

Describe research and experimentation SAEs and exploratory SAE’s

Explain the difference between entrepreneurship and placement SAE’s

Determining the Kinds of SAE

Identify skills needed for career success

Identify career interest areas in agriculture

Researching Possible SAE Programs

Discuss the function of a training plan and /or agreement in an SAE program

Identify the parts of an annual SAE program plan

Identify the steps in planning an SAE Program

Planning Your SAE Program

Identify standards to follow in keeping records on an SAE program

Explain the types of financial records needed to support a chosen SAE program

Discuss the importance of keeping records on an SAE program

Implementing SAE Programs

Basic Soil Science Principles

Describe some nonagricultural uses of soil

Describe some agricultural uses of soil

Describe the four ways plants use soil

Describe the biological nature of soil

Explain the contents of soil

Explain how the resources soil provides help in supporting life

Determining the Nature of Soil

Identify various soil structures

Describe soil structure, its formation, and importance

Determine the texture of a soil sample

Describe the concept of soil texture and its importance

Understanding Soil Texture and Structure

Distinguish between the major horizons of a soil profile

Explain how soils within the profile change over time

Explain the soil profile

Explaining a Soil Profile

Determine the moisture holding capacity of a given soil profile

Explain what determines a soil’s moisture holding capacity

Explain moisture holding capacity

Understanding Moisture Holding Capacity

Identify other sources of soil degradation

Explain soil erosion and how it results in soil degradation

Identify sources of contamination and explain how they result in soil degradation

Explain how construction can result in soil degradation

Describe soil degradation

Understanding Soil Degradation

Identify agriculture management practices that will minimize soil erosion

Identify urban management practices that reduce soil erosion

Distinguish between the different types of water erosion

Explain the ways in which different types of wind erosion occur and the associated problems

Identify the causes of soil erosion and steps in the erosion process

Explain soil erosion

Understanding Soil Erosion and Management Practices

Using Agriscience Tools and Equipment

Describe safety in agriscience laboratories

Describe safety practices with machinery and tools

Identify and properly use personal protection equipment

List hazards found in agriscience laboratories

Explain the meaning of safety

Practicing Safety in the Lab

Describe important activities in maintaining agriscience equipment

Identify common agriscience equipment

Explain the importance of tools and equipment in agriscience

Identifying Agriscience Lab Tools

Make a temporary wet-mount slide

Demonstrate the proper use and care of a microscope

Identify the major parts of a microscope

Explain the meaning and importance of microscopes in agriscience

Using the Microscope

Cells, Genetics, and Reproduction

Identify the various components of animal and plant cells and explain their functions

Describe the cell’s role as the structural unit

Exploring Cells

Distinguish between qualitative and quantitative inheritance

Explain how genotype and phenotype are different

Describe how the gender of offspring is determined

Exploring Genetics

Explain each step of meiosis

Define meiosis and explain its importance

Explain each step of mitosis

Define mitosis and discuss its importance

Examining Mitosis and Meiosis

Identify breeding systems used in animal science

Identify methods used in agriscience to improve organisms

Discuss the importance of improved organisms to agriculture

Using Crossbreeding and Hybrids

Basic Principles of Plant Science

Explain reasons for using the scientific names of plants

Describe how plants are named

List characteristics that determine the classification of plants

Explain the taxonomic classification of plants

Explain the importance of plants

Classifying and Naming Plants

Explain tissue culture

Explain layering and the difference between separation and division in plant propagation

Describe grafting and identify three common methods

Describe the various types of growing media used for cuttings

Discuss the methods of leaf and leaf-bud cuttings

Discuss and identify the various methods of stem cutting propagation

Explain asexual propagation

Propagating Plants Asexually

Explain the absorption and transport systems of plants

Distinguish between plants based on seed cotyledons

Identify the major parts of plants and explain their functions

Describe the cellular structure of plants

Examining Plant Structures and Functions

Explain the structure and kinds of seed

Describe the purposes and kinds of fruit

Explain the processes of pollination and fertilization

Describe the types of flowers

Identify the major parts of flowers and explain the functions of the parts

Examining Flowers and Fruits

Describe forestry and forest products

Define horticultural crops and describe their uses

Identify common field crops and their uses

Describe plant science and its three major areas

Identifying Plant Types and Uses

Explain the importance of transpiration to plants

List four factors that affect the rate of respiration

Define respiration and explain why it is important

Explain how light and dark reactions differ

Write the chemical equation for photosynthesis and explain it

Explain photosynthesis and its importance

Determining the Importance of Photosynthesis and Respiration

Describe methods used to control plant pests

Explain Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

Describe how pests affect plants and cause losses

Explain three conditions needed for pest problems

Describe common pests and their major classifications

Managing Plant Pests

Describe the process of soil sterilization

Identify the elements involved in the formation of soil

Describe the differences between soil-based and soil less media

Identify the components of soil and soil less media

Using Soils and Growing Media

Explain the use of fertilizers

Define pH and discuss its role in plant nutrition

Discuss the nitrogen cycle and its affect on plant nutrition

Distinguish between micronutrients and macronutrients

Identify the essential nutrients for plant growth

Determining Plant Nutrients and Fertility

Describe the conditions for seed germination

Explain the structures and formation of seeds

Explain fertilization in flowering plants

Explain how pollination occurs and describe the different types of pollination

Explain sexual reproduction of plants and its importance in plant survival.

Propagating Plants Sexually

Basic Principles in Animal Science

List and explain differences in the life processes of plants and animals

List the similarities of plants and animals

Name and describe the life processes of living organisms

Define plant and animal

Explain the meaning of an organism and list its characteristics

Identifying Differences between Plants and Animals

Identify the external parts of selected animals

List the organ systems of mammals and describe the functions, major parts and locations of each

Describe the importance of anatomy and physiology in animal production

Explain the role of cell specialization in organisms

Explain the meaning of anatomy and physiology

Determining the Anatomy and Physiology of Animals

Explain the reproductive development of animals

List and describe the phases of the estrous cycle

List the parts and explain the functions of female and male reproductive systems

List the sexual classification of animals for major species

Describe the importance and process of animal reproduction

Understanding Animal Reproduction

List and describe important areas in animal care and production

Explain animal domestication

Describe the uses of animals

Define the term animal industry and explain important areas of the industry

Exploring the Animal Industry

Draw floor plans.

Draw interior elevations.

Plot/Print drawing to appropriate scale.

Demonstrating Architectural Design Skills

Locate section views on drawings.

Control entity properties.

Identify hardware components of a CAD computer system.

Demonstrating Basic Design Techniques (Standard and Metric)

Draw related architectural plans (e.g., mechanical, electrical, or civil).

Format, enter, and edit text on a drawing.

Apply safety policies and procedures.

Identify and use view and display commands (e.g., zoom, pan, viewports, and rotation).

Sketch preliminary sections.

Select proper drawing equipment to complement the design media.

Sketch preliminary elevation views.

Draw straight lines and angles.

Draw exterior elevations.

Hardware

Perform drawing setup to applicable standards (e.g., setting layers, line type, and width).

Format disks and copy, delete, rename, save, and back up files and folders.

Prepare presentation drawings.

Operating System

Use the graphical user interface.

Sketch pictorial drawings.

Indicate overall dimensions.

Create a site plan.

Performing Work Safety Practices

Draw roof plans.

Draw foundation plans.

Dimension section drawings.

Draw freehand technical lettering.

Draw irregular curved lines.

Demonstrating Preliminary Freehand Layout Skills

Create, retrieve, edit, and use symbol libraries.

Import and export data files between formats (e.g., IGES and DXF).

Identify, create, and use folders and directory structures.

Edit, copy, and manipulate drawing entities (e.g., properties, stretch, trimming, and scaling).

Demonstrating Freehand Sketching Skills

Computer Literacy

Draw line symbols using alphabet of lines.

Demonstrate proper use, care, and adjustment of design equipment.

Create 3-D architectural drawings.

Prepare a window, door, and finish schedule.

Draw wall sections.

Set and control dimensioning styles.

Use inquiry commands to extract drawing data (list distance and area).

Identify various file formats (e.g., .wmf, .bmp, and .jpeg).

Draw circles and arcs.

Hand-letter drawings (letters and numbers).

Use software help features.

Dimension various types of architectural plans and details.

Maintain a clean, orderly, safe work area.

Draw borderlines and title block.

Draw floor sections.

Sketch preliminary floor plans.

Apply standard building codes to architectural plans.

Draw stair sections.

Sketch circles and arcs.

Demonstrating Basic Skills to Produce 3-D Drawings

Demonstrating CAD-Specific Skills

Operate a fire extinguisher.

Create 3-D architectural renderings.

Measure using standard scales/measuring devices.

Sketch curved lines.

Draw foundation sections.

Draw geometric figures using straight and curved lines.

Sketch straight lines.

Sketch multi-view drawings.

Safety

Review school safety policies and procedures.

Review classroom safety rules and procedures.

Review safety procedures for using equipment in the classroom.

Identify major causes of work-related accidents in office environments.

Demonstrate safety skills in an office/work environment.

Student Organizations

Identify the purpose and goals of a Career and Technology Student Organization (CTSO).

Explain how CTSOs are integral parts of specific clusters, majors, and/or courses.

Explain the benefits and responsibilities of being a member of a CTSO.

List leadership opportunities that are available to students through participation in CTSO conferences, competitions, community service, philanthropy, and other activities.

Explain how participation in CTSOs can promote lifelong benefits in other professional and civic organizations.

Technology Knowledge

Demonstrate proficiency and skills associated with the use of technologies that are common to a specific occupation (e.g., keying speed).

Identify proper netiquette when using e-mail, social media, and other technologies for communication purposes.

Identify potential abuse and unethical uses of laptops, tablets, computers, and/or networks.

Explain the consequences of social, illegal, and unethical uses of technology (e.g., cyberbullying, piracy; illegal downloading; licensing infringement; inappropriate uses of software, hardware, and mobile devices in the work environment).

Discuss legal issues and the terms of use related to copyright laws, fair use laws, and ethics pertaining to downloading of images, photographs, documents, video, sounds, music, trademarks, and other elements for personal use.

Describe ethical and legal practices of safeguarding the confidentiality of business-and personal-related information.

Describe possible threats to a laptop, tablet, computer, and/or network and methods of avoiding attacks.

Evaluate various solutions to common hardware and software problems.

Personal Qualities and Employability Skills

Demonstrate punctuality.

Demonstrate perseverance.

Demonstrate commitment.

Demonstrate a healthy view of competition.

Demonstrate a global perspective.

Demonstrate health and fitness.

Demonstrate self--direction.

Demonstrate lifelong learning.

Demonstrate self-representation.

Demonstrate work ethic.direction. 16. Demonstrate lifelong learning.

Demonstrate respect.

Demonstrate time management.

Demonstrate integrity.

Demonstrate leadership.

Demonstrate teamwork and collaboration.

Demonstrate conflict resolution.

Professional Knowledge

Demonstrate effective speaking and listening skills.

Demonstrate diversity awareness.

Demonstrate job acquisition and advancement skills.

Demonstrate task management skills.

Demonstrate customer-service skills

Demonstrate effective reading and writing skills.

Demonstrate mathematical reasoning.

Demonstrate job-specific mathematics skills.

Demonstrate critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.

Demonstrate creativity and resourcefulness.

Demonstrate an understanding of business ethics.

Demonstrate confidentiality.

Demonstrate an understanding of workplace structures, organizations, systems, and climates.

Introduction to Multimedia

Define terms related to multimedia.

Identify multimedia hardware and software components.

Analyze the six formats of multimedia, (i.e., tutorials, website, print media, presentation, simulation, and game.)

Analyze the five elements used in multimedia formats, (i.e., audio, video, graphics/images, text, and animation (2D and 3D).

Multimedia Design Process

Identify the purpose and audience when preparing a multimedia project.

Describe the process of planning, organizing, and storyboarding a multimedia project.

Summarize how designers make decisions about the type of content to include in a project, including considerations such as copyright, project fit, permissions, and licensing.

Explain the design process (identify the problem, brainstorm, design, build, test and evaluate, redesign, share/present solution).

Use rubrics to conduct individual and peer-evaluations.

Use effective communication skills to present multimedia projects.

Visual Design Practices

Demonstrate effective use of color.

Demonstrate effective use of type fonts, (e.g., face, color, and size).

Demonstrate effective use of graphics.

Demonstrate the concept of "effective white space".

Images and Graphics

Differentiate between raster and vector graphics.

Compare and contrast image file extensions, (e.g., TIF, JPG, PNG, GIF, etc.).

Acquire digital image from various sources such as scanner, digital cameras, cell phones, Internet/cloud, etc.

List factors that affect image quality and size (e.g., image resolution, color mode).

Demonstrate digital image editing skills based on project requirements.

Convert various graphic file formats.

Audio

Define various types of audio files, (e.g., wav, avi, mp3, mp4, etc.)

Create audio files, (e.g., narration/voice-over, audio effects, and music.)

Convert audio files.

Insert audio files from various media based on project requirements.

Insert audio files from various media in a thematic multimedia presentation.

Demonstrate parameters that affect the quality

Video

Define various types of video files, (e.g., mov, avi, wmv, mpg, etc.).

Create video files.

Edit digital video files.

Demonstrate understanding of file compression importance and techniques.

Insert digital video files based on project requirements.

2-D Animation

Define terms related to animation, (e.g., tweening, frame-by-frame, rollover).

Differentiate various types of animation files, (e.g., gif, swf, fla, flv, mov, and avi).

Create animated objects and/or clip art.

Create examples of 2-D animation.

Insert animation into a thematic multimedia project.

3-D Animation/Game Design

Define terms related to 3-D animation, (e.g., events, methods, properties, parameters, algorithms, etc.).

Build 3-D objects.

Demonstrate effective lighting and camera positioning in animation projects.

Utilize 3-D axis. March, 2018

Create 3-D animation.

Incorporate user interactivity.

Utilize pair programming to create animation projects.

Virtual Reality/Simulations

Effective Business professionals demonstrate knowledge and usage of audio in multimedia projects, as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any Business program of study.

Effective Business professionals demonstrate knowledge and usage of 3-D animation and game design in multimedia projects, as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any Business program of study.

Effective Business professionals demonstrate knowledge and usage of video in multimedia projects, as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any Business program of study.

Effective professionals know the academic subject matter, including the ethical use of technology as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Effective Business professionals demonstrate knowledge of visual design principles used in multimedia projects, as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any Business program of study.

Effective professionals know the academic subject matter, including positive work practices and interpersonal skills, as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Effective Business professionals demonstrate appropriate project management skills used for developing multimedia projects, as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any Business program of study.

Effective Business professionals demonstrate knowledge and usage of virtual reality and simulations in multimedia projects, as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any Business program of study.

Effective professionals know the academic subject matter, including safety as required for proficiency within their area. They will use this knowledge as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Effective Business professionals demonstrate knowledge and usage of web design in multimedia projects, as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any Business program of study.

Effective Business professionals demonstrate appropriate career-ready skills as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any Business program of study.

Effective Business professionals demonstrate knowledge of data, terminology, hardware, and software used for multimedia purposes, as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any Business program of study.

Effective professionals know the academic subject matter, including professional development, required for proficiency within their area. They will use this knowledge as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Effective professionals know the academic subject matter, including positive work practices and interpersonal skills, as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Effective Business professionals demonstrate effective multimedia presentation skills, as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any Business program of study.

Effective Business professionals demonstrate knowledge and usage of images and graphics used in multimedia projects, as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any Business program of study.

Effective Business professionals demonstrate knowledge of various web resources used for networking and communications, as needed in their role. The following March, 2018 7 accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any Business program of study.

Effective Business professionals demonstrate knowledge and usage of animation in multimedia projects, as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any Business program of study.

Define virtual reality.

Using research skills, locate different uses of virtual reality and simulations.

Create a virtual reality scene using pair programming and peer evaluations.

Web Design

Discuss considerations for including images, sound, video, and/or animation into a site.

Create/code a basic webpage incorporating various multimedia elements.

Multimedia Project

Determine the appropriate type of multimedia project based upon purpose, intended audience, life of the presentation, cost limits, time restraints, and equipment availability.

Create an outline/storyboard for a presentation.

Create a thematic presentation using text, charts, tables, graphics, drawing tools, audio and video capabilities, etc.

Deliver a multimedia presentation using appropriate media based upon audience, room size, room setup, and environment using professional standards and techniques.

Use rubrics to evaluate your own presentations and the presentations of others

Web Resources

Participate in current Web resources such as blogs, wikis, podcasts, vokis, etc.

Explore current voice over IP and video chat programs (e.g., Skype, iChat, Facetime).

Explore current real-time online meeting programs (e.g., GoToMeeting, Blackboard Collaborate, and WebEx).

Careers

Research careers in the multimedia creation and publishing industry.

Research education and training requirements for a particular career in multimedia creation and publishing industry.

Explain the role of portfolios in the design industry.

Create a resumé or biographical narrative to include in the e-portfolio.

Assemble and present an e-portfolio including a variety of multimedia projects produced in the course.

Explain ways nutrition impacts mother and child.

Parenting Roles and Responsibilities

Describe effective methods for guiding behavior.

Examine issues related to the health and safety of children.

Identify childhood diseases/illnesses.

Analyze childhood nutrition, health, safety, and personal hygiene practices.

Analyze the influence of heredity and environment on development.

Demonstrate employability skills.

Growth and Development

Identify the signs and stages of labor.

Demonstrate job seeking skills.

Explain the developmental domains.

Summarize ages and stages of development.

Pregnancy and Prenatal Development

Compare the fundamental principles of child development theories and theorists.

Careers and Employability Skills

Explore early childhood career opportunities.

Evaluate various child care options.

Explore early childhood career options and employability skills.

Analyze parenting roles and responsibilities.

Identify reasonable expectations for children.

Analyze the stages of human growth and development during infancy and toddlerhood.

Assess safety hazards for children of different ages.

Summarize the labor and delivery process.

Identify the signs of pregnancy complications.

Evaluate and compare employment opportunities for personal career goals.

Describe the signs of pregnancy.

Summarize the prenatal development of a baby.

Develop a personal career plan to meet career goals and objectives.

Explain the growth and development of infants.

Analyze the growth and development of toddlers.

Determine parenting responsibilities.

Compare different parenting styles.

Maintain a career portfolio to document knowledge, skills, and experience.

Health and Safety

Exhibit traits for retaining employment.

Identify characteristics of prenatal care, pregnancy, and childbirth.

Describe how to nurture children.

Recognize common indicators of child abuse and neglect.

Demonstrate document editing using spell/grammar check, thesaurus, and word count.

Open word processing files/folders.

Create charts with titles and legends to visually represent data.

Explain the consequences of illegal, social, and unethical uses of information technologies (e.g., piracy; illegal downloading; licensing infringement; inappropriate uses of software, hardware, and mobile devices).

Discuss computer crimes, terms of use, and legal issues such as copyright laws, fair use laws, and ethics pertaining to scanned and downloaded clip art images, photographs, documents, video, recorded sounds and music, trademarks, and other elements for use in Web publications.

Apply number formats (currency, percent, increase/decrease decimal place, dates, and comma).

Identify elements of a clear and concise presentation.

Find records.

Insert, delete, edit, and copy slides.

Create a database.

Explain how participation in career and technology education student organizations can promote lifelong responsibility for community service and professional development.

Create a database table.

Safety and Ethics

Database Software Applications

Identify potential abuse and unethical uses of computers and networks.

Demonstrate the use of paragraph formatting features (e.g., tabs, indentations, line spacing, enumerated/bulleted items).

Create worksheets using spreadsheet commands, functions, and formulas.

Define database terminology.

Create word processing files/folders.

Explain how related student organizations are integral parts of career and technology education courses.

Demonstrate the use of character formatting features (e.g., bold, underline, italics, font styles and sizes, superscript, subscript).

Identify positive work practices (e.g., appropriate dress code for the workplace, personal grooming, punctuality, time management, organization).

Student Organizations

Define spreadsheet terminology (cell, row, column, range, label, value, formula, function, worksheet, workbook, chart, x-axis and y-axis, gridline, title, data points, and legend).

Identify procedures for planning and creating a presentation (e.g., 6 x 6 rule, complementary graphics, contrast, background).

Utilize print options (outline, handouts, notes pages, and pure black and white).

Print word processing files.

Explain the goals and objectives of related student organizations.

Word Processing Software Applications

Employability Skills

Organize workbook by renaming and rearranging worksheets.

Describe ethical and legal practices in business professions such as safeguarding the confidentiality of business-related information.

Edit records in a database table.

Demonstrate positive interpersonal skills (e.g., communication, respect, teamwork).

Spreadsheet Software Applications

Incorporate effective use of graphics, fonts, builds, animation, and transitions.

Identify netiquette including the use of e-mail, social networking, blogs, texting, and chatting.

Identify major causes of work-related accidents in offices.

Clear or edit cell content and/or format.

Add or delete records in a database table.

Change the layout for one or more slides.

Demonstrate the use of page formatting features (e.g., margins, alignment, vertical placement, orientation, page breaks, headers, footers).

Describe the threats to a computer network, methods of avoiding attacks, and options in dealing with virus attacks.

Project/Simulation Learning

Differentiate between freeware, shareware, and public domain software copyrights.

Create reports.

Format documents (e.g., business letters, tables, reports, e-mails).

Edit documents (e.g., business letters, tables, reports, e-mails).

Produce documents integrating word processing, spreadsheet, database, and/or presentation files.

Use cut, copy, and paste features.

Save word processing files using Save and Save As.

Demonstrate the use of page formatting features (e.g., margins, alignment, vertical placement, orientation, page breaks, headers, footers).

Apply font formats (font type, font size, font color, bold, italics, and underline).

Print filtered records, tables, queries, and reports.

Insert, position, and resize graphics in a document.

Identify presentation software terminology.

Use cut, copy, and paste features.

Create documents (e.g., business letters, tables, reports, e-mails).

Deliver presentation in a professional manner.

Apply formatting to cells and worksheets (e.g., size rows/columns, alignment, merge/split, indentation, borders/shading, text alignment, hide/unhide, freeze/unfreeze).

List opportunities available to students through participation in related student organization conferences/competitions, community service, philanthropy, and other activities.

Insert and delete selected cells, columns, rows, and ranges.

Query records.

Preview and print worksheets, print areas, and charts.

Presentation Software Applications

Create new presentations from blanks and/or templates.

Sort records.

Create line drawings.

Design compositions.

Render artwork using appropriate medium (e.g, ink, charcoal, pencil, digital tablet).

Construct a color chart for color theory and harmony.

Create thumbnails and rough sketches.

Prepare photos and artwork for reproduction.

Prepare compositional layout.

Prepare electronic proofs.

Identify various forms and styles of typography.

Illustrate x-height, mean-line, base-line, ascenders, descenders, serifs, and leading, as well as their roles in measuring and designing with type.

Illustrate caps, lowercase, uppercase, small caps, and ligatures.

Distinguish between display (headline) type and body (text) type by their point sizes, styles, and uses.

List the major typefaces/font families and their uses, including web and chromatic fonts.

Explain letter spacing, tracking, kerning, baseline shift, and horizontal scale.

Demonstrate the type arrangements: flush left–ragged right, flush right– ragged left, centered, justified, force justified, and widows and orphans.

Demonstrate the ability to communicate with industry-appropriate language (e.g., signatures, mock-up, two-up, media, substrates).

Produce draft quality drawings, including thumbnail drawings and rough sketches in a sketchbook (integral to the creative process).

Identify elements of design: line, shape, form, space, texture, value, and color.

Identify principles of design: contrast, unity, repetition, rhythm, balance, emphasis, and proportion.

Brainstorm a design concept based on customer need and target audience.

Produce a layout which demonstrates the elements and principles of design.

Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between message, color, typography, images, and layout.

Explain color theory as it applies to design: additive, subtractive, CMYK, RGB, Hex, Pantone.

Demonstrate an understanding of color theory by describing primary, secondary, and tertiary colors including hue, saturation, lightness, tint, shade, and tone.

Choose appropriate design software applications to create art for end use.

Create original production pieces while serving client needs, meeting a deadline, and implementing the design elements and principles.

Demonstrate appropriate editing, proofing (spelling/grammar).

Create and maintain a working portfolio. Critique a layout based on project requirements.

Utilize the iterative design process to achieve project goals.

Calculate the appropriate scale of a layout for a given output size & format.

Recognize and utilize size, weight, type, and amount of paper necessary for fulfilling project goals.

Identify how the exposure triangle, aperture, shutter speed, and ISO impact a photograph. (e.g. aperture affects depth of field, shutter speed affects the clarity of motion, ISO affects the clarity and visbility of detail/noise).

Identify the advantages which RAW photography workflows maintain over compressed image workflows.

Distinguish between digital and conventional photography

Capture digital images using a scanner and other digital devices.

Demonstrate appropriate scanner/program operations for line artwork and continuous tone in both black/white and color.

Demonstrate the application of focus, aperture, shutter, and ISO to achieve a properly exposed image, and to achieve the desired effect.

Define raster graphics.

Demonstrate how to publish your image in a different format, rather than a working format.

Demonstrate the procedures for editing raster-based imagery, both high resolution and low resolution, in CMYK and RGB, and preparing files for both print and web media.

Use multiple input devices to import photos, images, and other content for a variety of digital uses.

Analyze RGB, CMYK, and grayscale image modes and their usage.

Demonstrate proficiency with various photo editing tools such as, modify, correct image options and palettes, including but not limited to cropping, resizing, retouching, making selections, and using layers.

Correct a raster image using appropriate tools.

Apply appropriate selection methods when isolating areas of an image for editing.

Demonstrate layer management techniques including groups and folders.

Define and demonstrate non-destructive and destructive editing techniques including: adjustment layers, masks, and smart objects.

Differentiate between raster imagery and vector-based imagery.

Define vector graphics.

Demonstrate layer management techniques.

Demonstrate the use of proper settings when saving or importing/exporting graphics.

Create custom paths using an appropriate tool.

Demonstrate the ability to apply color swatches.

Compare and contrast differences and appropriate applications of vector-based and raster images.

Use typography as a design element.

Set type on a path and within a shape.

Create outlines from text.

Demonstrate the application of patterns, textures, and gradients to objects.

Demonstrate assigning fill and stroke to objects.

Demonstrate the application of attributes, styles, and effects.

Demonstrate proficiency in transforming objects.

Compare basic computer platforms and operating systems between various computing devices.

Demonstrate troubleshooting skills and procedures.

Create and manage files and folders.

Apply knowledge of local and shared storage to daily activities.

Save, import and export a variety of electronic documents.

Demonstrate the understanding of file sharing, file permissions, security, and transferring information.

Identify industries, organizations, and careers that require design skills.

Analyze the impact of a digital footprint, including but limited to gamer tags, avatars, e-mail addresses, and social media content.

Begin a working portfolio.

Receive and provide feedback constructively.

Define animation and its relationship to time.

Create a storyboard of proposed animation.

Create a simple frame-based/key frame animation.

Demonstrate use of controller palettes to review, loop, and play back animation.

Create a layer-based animation.

Animate a project using motion tweening.

Analyze existing Web sites for style and content.

Define file management and illustrate examples of root/folder management.

Execute final Web pages from a Web authoring program.

Manage various asset folders.

Optimize photos and illustrations.

Identify Web color and resolution.

Create components to be used on a Web page (rollovers, buttons, banners, etc.).

Compare and contrast preferred formats for various page elements.

Analyze and design Web sites for aesthetic appeal.

Create a basic site architecture.

Plan a Web page design with thumbnail sketches, rough layouts, and site map.

Create a functional and esthetic interface.

Organize, optimize, and collect images and content for Web site design.

Create consistency between Web design and existing marketing materials.

Describe the delivery of prototype to client and receipt of feedback from client.

Identify proper netiquette when using e-mail, social media, and other technologies for communication purposes.

Demonstrate time and resource management skills.

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS AND ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS

Demonstrate reading and writing skills.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including positive work practices and interpersonal skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate animation skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including the ethical use of technology. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Analyze accessibility laws and their impact on the end-user.

PHOTOGRAPHIC PRINCIPLES (OPTIONAL)

Demonstrate respect for diversity.

Explain how CTSOs are integral parts of specific clusters, majors, and/or courses.

Identify potential abuse and unethical uses of laptops, tablets, computers, and/or networks.

Explain the consequences of social, illegal, and unethical uses of technology (e.g., piracy; cyberbullying; illegal downloading; licensing infringement; inappropriate uses of software, hardware, and mobile devices in the work environment).

Proficient professionals prepare for careers in the Digital Art and Design industry. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in Digital and Art Design program of study.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate vector illustration skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Identify lab equipment.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate image creation and manipulation skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Demonstrate career and life management skills and goal-making.

Demonstrates information technology skills.

Demonstrate job-specific mathematics skills.

Demonstrates information security skills.

List leadership opportunities that are available to students through participation in CTSO conferences, competitions, community service, philanthropy, and other activities.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate web design skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Demonstrate work ethic.

IMAGE CREATION AND MANIPULATION: ADOBE PHOTOSHOP

Demonstrate customer service orientation.

Demonstrates professionalism in the workplace.

Demonstrate proper workspace cleaning procedures.

TYPOGRAPHY

BASIC DRAWING SKILLS AND RENDERING

Demonstrate initiative and self-direction.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate photography skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate production practices. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Define the impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act and other civil rights legislation on a business/organization, its employees, and its customers.

CREATING ANIMATIONS

Identify lab policies and procedures.

Demonstrates knowledge and use of job-specific tools and technologies.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND ETHICS

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE

Demonstrate teamwork.

Identify the purpose and goals of a Career and Technology Student Organization (CTSO).

ILLUSTRATION: ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate drawing skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

SAFETY

Demonstrates information literacy skills.

COMPUTER BASICS

Describe possible threats to a laptop, tablet, computer, and/or network and methods of avoiding attacks.

Demonstrate global or “big picture” thinking.

Demonstrate listening and speaking skills.

Demonstrates workplace safety.

Discuss legal issues and the terms of use (e.g., plagiarism) related to copyright laws, fair use laws, and ethics pertaining to downloading of images, photographs, documents, video, sounds, music, trademarks, and other elements for personal use.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including positive work practices and interpersonal skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Define differences between classroom and professional practices in regard to copyrights.

Explain how participation in CTSOs can promote lifelong benefits in other professional and civic organizations.

Demonstrate proficiency and skills associated with the use of technologies that are common to a specific occupation.

Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Describe ethical and legal practices of safeguarding the confidentiality of business- related information.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including professional development required for proficiency within their area. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

PRODUCTION PRACTICES

Demonstrate safety procedures used in digital art and design program including safe body mechanics and ergonomics.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including safety as required for proficiency within their area. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

PRE-PRODUCTION PRACTICES

Identify all fire exits.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate typography skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Identify contact information for classroom emergencies.

Demonstrate integrity.

PERSONAL QUALITIES AND EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

WEB DESIGN

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate computer literacy skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Demonstrate creativity and innovation.

Explain the benefits and responsibilities of being a member of a CTSO.

Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptability skills to changing job requirements.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate pre-production practices. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Demonstrate conflict resolution skills.

Create line drawings.

Design compositions that demonstrate the design principles (e.g. balance, proportion, unity.)

Render artwork using appropriate medium (e.g., ink, charcoal, pencil, digital tablet).

Apply color theory and harmony to layouts.

Create thumbnails and rough sketches.

Prepare photos and artwork for reproduction.

Prepare compositional layout.

Prepare electronic proofs.

Apply principles of visual hierarchy.

Identify various forms and styles of typography.

Illustrate x-height, mean-line, base-line, ascenders, descenders, serifs, and leading, as well as their roles in measuring and designing with type.

Illustrate caps, lowercase, uppercase, small caps, and ligatures.

Distinguish between display (headline) type and body (text) type by their point sizes, styles, and uses.

List the major typefaces/font families and their uses, including web and chromatic fonts.

Explain letter spacing, tracking, kerning, baseline shift, and horizontal scale.

Demonstrate the type arrangements: flush left–ragged right, flush right– ragged left, centered, justified, force justified, and widows and orphans.

Demonstrate the ability to communicate with industry-appropriate language (e.g., signatures, mock-up, two-up, media, substrates).

Demonstrate best practices in concept development including layout and copy.

Effectively use the elements of design: line, shape, form, space, texture, value, and color.

Effectively use the principles of design: contrast, unity, repetition, rhythm, balance, emphasis, and proportion in a layout.

Produce a design concept based on customer need and target audience.

Create a clear message using color, typography, imagery, and layout.

Implement color theory as it applies to design: additive, subtractive, CMYK, RGB, Hex, Pantone

Use a color blindness simulator to recognize and accommodate the needs of color- blind users when making color choices in a design.

List procedures used to ensure proper execution of a production plan include keeping time log.

Critique the work of others, drawing on design principles and project goals, to provide clear, specific, and constructive feedback.

Calculate the appropriate scale of a layout for a given output size & format.

Recognize and utilize size, weight, type, and amount of paper necessary for fulfilling project goals.

Choose appropriate design software applications to create art for end use.

Create original production pieces while serving client needs, meeting a deadline, and implementing the design elements and principles.

Identify and utilize appropriate editing, proofing (spelling/grammar), and journalism skills.

Maintain a working portfolio.

Demonstrate procedures to prepare work for presentation – digital portfolio, mounting, craftsmanship.

Critique a layout based on project requirements.

Collaborate with others to design and produce a finished project.

Utilize the iterative design process to achieve project goals.

Demonstrate a RAW photography workflow.

Demonstrate post-processing skills by utilizing more advanced editing software for photo enhancement.

Provide and receive constructive feedback on photographs by participating in critiques.

Capture digital images using a scanner and other digital devices.

Demonstrate appropriate scanner/program operations.

Demonstrate the application of focus, aperture, shutter, and ISO to achieve a properly exposed image, and to achieve the desired effect.

Demonstrate the use and operation of studio flash units to create and control artificial light sources.

Demonstrate the use of a camera and flash modifiers such as umbrellas, reflectors, or gels to alter the light and shadow created by the flash unit.

Demonstrate advanced use of composition elements and techniques by composing simple and balanced shots using the rule of thirds, framing, leading lines, and perspective.

Demonstrate basic editing by performing basic cropping, rotation, and exposure adjustments using simple editing tools.

Demonstrate and identify the application of visual storytelling through photography.

Define and utilize units of measure and proper uses of each (e.g., points, pixels, and/or inches).

Identify trim size, bleed size, and live area of a project.

Demonstrate having a plan by creating a comp and impose a multiple-page document.

Demonstrate the ability to create an ad to size.

Demonstrate an understanding of native file formats and file extensions (e.g., ai, jpg, psd, gif, png, indd, pdf, etc.) file organization, and file naming conventions.

Perform image/file conversions as appropriate (e.g., CMYK, RGB, and various color matching systems).

Demonstrate knowledge of spell check and proofreaders marks in order to proofread, edit, and make corrections/adjustments to copy.

Produce digital files using appropriate resolution.

Apply mathematics concepts and measurement techniques to design and finish layouts (e.g., converting fractions to decimals to the precision of 1/16 of an inch, working with different measurement units, and utilizing rulers and guidelines).

Import copy and format in a page layout program.

Set text with appropriate margins, alignment, formatting, gutters, and leading.

Design and produce a document using desired fonts, styles, margins, indents, tabs, pagination, and colors.

Create multiple page documents using text blocks, graphics, frames, and headings using drop caps and text wraps.

Create documents using grids, templates, master pages, paragraph style sheets, and character style sheets.

Determine appropriate size, resolution, and format of images before placing, embedding, and/or linking into a document.

Perform pre-flight, package, and compress files for export. Resolve problems that may occur including image resolution, overset text, missing fonts, missing graphics, number of inks, etc.

Export print-ready Portable Document Format (PDF).

Demonstrate proficiency with various photo editing tools such as, modify, correct image options and palettes, including but not limited to cropping, resizing, retouching, making selections, and using layers.

Apply layer masks effectively.

Apply advanced typographic settings, such as match font, and adjusting character and paragraph styles.

Demonstrate advanced retouching and restoration using techniques like frequency separation.

Apply the use of the Clone Source panel for precise cloning.

Organize projects with a well-structured layer and folder hierarchy.

Demonstrate the application of layer styles and effects to modify design elements.

Demonstrate the importing of assets and the exporting of designs/imagery.

Demonstrate non-destructive and destructive editing techniques including: adjustment layers, masks, and smart objects.

Recognize the affiliation between the vector tools in Photoshop and those of Illustrator. (e.g., the Pen, Freeform Pen, Curvature Pen, Add Anchor Point, Delete Anchor Point, Convert Point, Rectangle, Rounded Rectangle, Ellipse tool, etc.)

Demonstrate how to publish your image in a different format, rather than a working format.

Demonstrate the procedures for editing raster-based imagery, both high resolution and low resolution, in CMYK and RGB, and preparing files for both print and web media.

Identify and apply the ethical principles and values for the responsible use of Generative AI tools in applications such as Adobe Photoshop.

Demonstrate an efficient workflow using keyboard shortcuts.

Adjust basic reconstruction and retouching techniques.

Create precise selections using tools like the Lasso Tools, Pen Tool, Magic Wand, Quick Selection Tool and Object Selection Tool.

Define vector graphics.

Demonstrate layer management techniques.

Demonstrate the use of proper settings when saving or importing/exporting graphics.

Vectorize raster-based imagery using automated methods such as image trace.

Create custom paths using an appropriate tool.

Demonstrate the ability to apply color swatches.

Assign color matching systems (PMS), blends, and effects to create a unified vector image by selecting colors from color swatch libraries.

Demonstrate the use of 3D tools and effects to enhance text and objects.

Demonstrate the use of color in ways which allow for adequate color contrast for visually impaired or color blind.

Compare and contrast differences and appropriate applications of vector-based and raster images.

Use typography as a design element.

Set type on a path and within a shape.

Create outlines from text.

Demonstrate the application of patterns, textures, and gradients to objects.

Demonstrate assigning fill and stroke to objects.

Demonstrate the application of attributes, styles, and effects.

Demonstrate proficiency in transforming objects.

Identify industries, organizations, and careers that require design skills.

Create professional materials: cover letter, resume, formal letters, and emerging technologies. Level 2

Analyze the impact of a digital footprint, including but limited to gamer tags, avatars, e-mail addresses, and social media content.

Begin a working portfolio.

Receive and provide feedback constructively.

Identify and apply the ethical principles and values that guide the responsible use of digital tools and techniques in digital art and design, such as honesty, integrity, and respect.

Analyze ethical issues that arise from the creation, manipulation, and dissemination of digital artworks, such as authenticity, plagiarism, attribution, consent, and privacy.

Define an emerging technology.

Identify and describe an emerging technology, whether technical, software, or hardware- based.

Use appropriate technical, software, or hardware tools to create an original digital artwork which integrates an identified emerging technology (e.g. virtual reality, augmented reality, or 3D printing).

Define animation and its relationship to time.

Create a storyboard of proposed animation.

Create a simple frame-based/key frame animation.

Demonstrate use of controller palettes to review, loop, and play back animation.

Create a layer-based animation.

Animate a project using motion tweening.

Create, import, and organize assets in a project.

Render and export their compositions for publication to the desired output format.

Use folders and labels to organize and document their project.

Create, modify, and arrange compositions and layers.

Use precomps (precomposing), nesting, and proxies to optimize and simplify their workflow.

Use blending modes, track mattes, masks, and alpha channels to control the visibility and transparency of layers

Use keyframes, expressions, and graphs to animate the properties and attributes of layers

Demonstrate the application of effects and presets to enhance the appearance and functionality of layers.

Create, edit, and animate text and shape layers.

Demonstrate the application of text animators, text presets, shape tools, and shape modifiers to create dynamic typography and graphics.

Analyze existing Web sites for style and content.

Execute final Web pages from a Web authoring program.

Manage various asset folders.

Optimize photos and illustrations.

Identify Web color and resolution.

Create components to be used on a Web page (rollovers, buttons, banners, etc.).

Compare and contrast preferred formats for various page elements.

Analyze and design Web sites for aesthetic appeal.

Create a basic site architecture.

Plan a Web page design with thumbnail sketches, rough layouts, and site map.

Create a functional and esthetic interface.

Organize, optimize, and collect images and content for Website design.

Create consistency between Web design and existing marketing materials.

Describe the delivery of prototype to client and receipt of feedback from client.Define file management and illustrate examples of root/folder management.

Demonstrate creativity and innovation.

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS AND ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS

PRODUCTION PRACTICES

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate web design skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Define the impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act and other civil rights legislation on a business/organization, its employees, and its customers.

PRE-PRODUCTION PRACTICES

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate production practices. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

CREATING ANIMATIONS

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including safety as required for proficiency within their area. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

TYPOGRAPHY

Identify contact information for classroom emergencies.

PERSONAL QUALITIES AND EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

PHOTOGRAPHIC PRINCIPLES (OPTIONAL)

Define differences between classroom and professional practices in regard to copyrights.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate animation and motion graphics skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Demonstrate workplace safety.

INTERMEDIATE DRAWING SKILLS AND RENDERING

Demonstrate listening and speaking skills.

Identify all fire exits.

Demonstrate time and resource management skills.

List leadership opportunities that are available to students through participation in CTSO conferences, competitions, community service, philanthropy, and other activities.

Demonstrate reading and writing skills.

Identify potential abuse and unethical uses of laptops, tablets, computers, and/or networks.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate pre-production practices. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Demonstrate work ethic.

Demonstrate career and life management skills and goal-making.

Demonstrate teamwork.

MOTION GRAPHICS WITH ADOBE AFTER EFFECTS

Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Demonstrate proficiency and skills associated with the use of technologies that are common to a specific occupation.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate vector illustration skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Demonstrate conflict resolution skills.

Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptability skills to changing job requirements.

Demonstrate proper workspace cleaning procedures.

Demonstrate global or “big picture” thinking.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate photography skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate typography skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Identify proper netiquette when using e-mail, social media, and other technologies for communication purposes.

Demonstrates information security skills.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate document layout skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Explain the consequences of social, illegal, and unethical uses of technology (e.g., piracy; cyberbullying; illegal downloading; licensing infringement; inappropriate uses of software, hardware, and mobile devices in the work environment).

Identify the purpose and goals of a Career and Technology Student Organization (CTSO).

Demonstrates professionalism in the workplace.

Proficient professionals explore emerging technologies to enhance and improve their existing skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including the ethical use of technology. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

IMAGE CREATION AND MANIPULATION: ADOBE PHOTOSHOP

EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate image creation and manipulation skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Describe ethical and legal practices of safeguarding the confidentiality of business- related information.

Demonstrate integrity.

Demonstrate job-specific mathematics skills.

Discuss legal issues and the terms of use (e.g., plagiarism) related to copyright laws, fair use laws, and ethics pertaining to downloading of images, photographs, documents, video, sounds, music, trademarks, and other elements for personal use.

Demonstrates information literacy skills.

Demonstrate customer service orientation.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including positive work practices and interpersonal skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

SAFETY

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate drawing skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Analyze accessibility laws and their impact on the end-user.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including positive work practices and interpersonal skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Explain how CTSOs are integral parts of specific clusters, majors, and/or courses.

VECTOR ILLUSTRATION: ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR

Demonstrates information technology skills.

Explain the benefits and responsibilities of being a member of a CTSO.

Describe possible threats to a laptop, tablet, computer, and/or network and methods of avoiding attacks.

Identify lab equipment.

Demonstrate respect for diversity.

Demonstrate initiative and self-direction.

DOCUMENT LAYOUT: ADOBE INDESIGN

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including professional development required for proficiency within their area. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate animation skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Proficient professionals prepare for careers in the Digital Art and Design industry. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in Digital and Art Design program of study.

Identify lab policies and procedures.

WEB DESIGN

Explain how participation in CTSOs can promote lifelong benefits in other professional and civic organizations.

Demonstrates knowledge and use of job-specific tools and technologies.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND ETHICS

Demonstrate safety procedures used in digital art and design program including safe body mechanics and ergonomics.

Create line drawings.

Design compositions that demonstrate the design principles (e.g. balance, proportion, unity.)

Render artwork using appropriate medium (e.g., ink, charcoal, pencil, digital tablet).

Apply color theory and harmony to layouts.

Create thumbnails and rough sketches.

Prepare photos and artwork for reproduction.

Prepare compositional layout.

Prepare electronic proofs.

Apply principles of visual hierarchy.

Demonstrate the appropriate use of forms and styles of typography.

Demonstrate the understanding and appropriate use of the anatomy of type (e.g., baseline, ascenders, descenders, serifs, and leading.)

Demonstrate the appropriate use caps, lowercase, uppercase, small caps, and ligatures.

Define dingbats, bullets, rules, glyphs, and symbols, plus their uses in publications.

Organize page information utilizing visual hierarchy.

List the major typefaces/font families and their uses, including web and chromatic fonts.

Apply letter spacing, tracking, kerning, leading, baseline shift, and horizontal scale.

Demonstrate the type arrangements: flush left–ragged right, flush right– ragged left, centered, justified, force justified, and widows and orphans.

Demonstrate the ability to communicate with industry-appropriate language (e.g., signatures, mock-up, two-up, media, substrates).

Create a clear message using color, typography, imagery, and layout.

Demonstrate an understanding of corporate identity including how branding affects consumer recognition.

Implement color theory as it applies to design: additive, subtractive, CMYK, RGB, Hex, Pantone.

Use a color blindness simulator to recognize and accommodate the needs of color- blind users when making color choices in a design.

Demonstrate appropriate use of space (positive vs. negative; size and proportion).

Demonstrate skills used when meeting with clients.

Demonstrate project management skills to estimate costs and establish a budget.

List practices used to schedule project workflow.

State the importance of obtaining approval/sign-off.

Demonstrate best practices in concept development including layout and copy.

Effectively use the elements of design: line, shape, form, space, texture, value, and color.

Effectively use the principles of design: contrast, unity, repetition, rhythm, balance, emphasis, and proportion in a layout.

Produce a design concept based on customer need and target audience.

Demonstrate the ability to design within the constraints of various direct mail and digital publication requirements.

Utilize the iterative design process to achieve project goals.

Critique the work of others, drawing on design principles and project goals, to provide clear, specific, and constructive feedback.

Calculate the appropriate scale of a layout for a given output size & format.

Recognize and utilize size, weight, type, and amount of paper necessary for fulfilling project goals.

Describe techniques used to monitor, review, and adjust production schedule as necessary to meet quality standards Level 3)

Choose appropriate design software applications to create art for end use.

Create original production pieces while serving client needs, meeting a deadline, and implementing the design elements and principles.

Identify and utilize appropriate editing, proofing (spelling/grammar), and journalism skills.

Maintain a working portfolio.

Demonstrate procedures to prepare work for presentation – digital portfolio, mounting, craftsmanship.

Critique a layout based on project requirements.

Collaborate with others to design and produce a finished project.

Define and utilize units of measure and proper uses of each (e.g., points, pixels, and/or inches).

Identify trim size, bleed size, and live area of a project.

Create a dummy mockup or comp of a multipage document that demonstrates planned page layout and imposed pages based on production method (conventional or digital printing).

Demonstrate the ability to create an ad to size.

Demonstrate an understanding of native file formats and file extensions (e.g., ai, jpg, psd, gif, png, indd, pdf, etc.), file organization, and file naming conventions.

Perform image/file conversions as appropriate (e.g. CMYK, RGB, and various color matching systems).

Demonstrate knowledge of spell check and proofreaders’ marks in order to proofread, edit, and make corrections/adjustments to copy.

Produce digital files using appropriate resolution.

Apply mathematics concepts and measurement techniques to design and finish layouts (e.g., converting fractions to decimals to the precision of 1/16 of an inch, working with different measurement units, and utilizing rulers and guidelines).

Publish/export a digital document to streamline content sharing and editing.

Import copy and format in a page layout program.

Set text with appropriate margins, alignment, formatting, gutters, and leading.

Design and produce a document using desired fonts, styles, margins, indents, tabs, pagination, and colors.

Create multiple page documents using text blocks, graphics, frames, and headings using drop caps and text wraps.

Create documents using grids, templates, master pages, paragraph style sheets, and character style sheets.

Determine appropriate size, resolution, and format of images before placing, embedding, and/or linking into a document.

Perform pre-flight, package, and compress files for export. Resolve problems that may occur including image resolution, overset text, missing fonts, missing graphics, number of inks, etc.

Export print-ready Portable Document Format (PDF).

Demonstrate proficiency with various photo editing tools such as, modify, correct image options and palettes, including but not limited to cropping, resizing, retouching, making selections, and using layers.

Apply layer masks effectively.

Apply advanced typographic settings, such as match font, and adjusting character and paragraph styles.

Demonstrate advanced retouching and restoration using techniques like frequency separation.

Apply the use of the Clone Source panel for precise cloning.

Organize projects with a well-structured layer and folder hierarchy.

Demonstrate the application of layer styles and effects to modify design elements.

Demonstrate the importing of assets and the exporting of designs/imagery.

Demonstrate automation tasks such as using actions to create various effects.

Integrate Photoshop into Creative Cloud design and production workflow to manipulate and update images.

Demonstrate non-destructive and destructive editing techniques including adjustment layers, masks, and smart objects.

Recognize the affiliation between the vector tools in Photoshop and those of Illustrator. (e.g. the Pen, Freeform Pen, Curvature Pen, Add Anchor Point, Delete Anchor Point, Convert Point, Rectangle, Rounded Rectangle, Ellipse tool, etc.)

Demonstrate how to publish your image in a different format, rather than a working format.

Demonstrate the procedures for editing raster-based imagery, both high resolution and low resolution, in CMYK and RGB, and preparing files for both print and web media.

Identify and apply the ethical principles and values for the responsible use of Generative AI tools in applications such as Adobe Photoshop.

Demonstrate an efficient workflow using keyboard shortcuts.

Adjust basic reconstruction and retouching techniques.

Create precise selections using tools like the Lasso Tools, Pen Tool, Magic Wand, Quick Selection Tool and Object Selection Tool.

Use vector graphics appropriately.

Demonstrate the use of layers for the organization of artwork.

Demonstrate the use of proper settings when saving or importing/exporting graphics.

Identify settings for the optimal image tracing results.

Create custom paths using an appropriate tool.

Demonstrate the ability to apply color swatches in order to match for print.

Develop color schemes.

Demonstrate the use of 3D tools and effects to enhance text and objects.

Demonstrate the use of color in ways which allow for adequate color contrast for visually impaired or color blind.

Define bezier curve and other design-related terms.

Demonstrate the use of visual and typographical hierarchy.

Compare and contrast differences and appropriate applications of vector-based and raster images.

Demonstrate use and importance of rulers, guides and grids.

Demonstrate proficiency in using the pen tool for image creation.

Demonstrate the use of libraries for asset management and distribution.

Prepare for Adobe Illustrator certification test. (Adobe Certified Professional in Graphic Design and Illustration using Adobe Illustrator).

Use typography as a design element.

Set type on a path and within a shape.

Create outlines from text.

Demonstrate the application of patterns, textures, and gradients to objects.

Demonstrate assigning fill and stroke to objects.

Demonstrate the application of attributes, styles, and effects.

Demonstrate proficiency in transforming objects.

Prepare materials for interaction with industries and organizations that require design skills (resume, digital and print portfolio, social media presence, etc.)

Refine and promote a digital or print portfolio.

Receive and provide constructive feedback through client and peer critiques.

Apply the ethical principles and values that guide the responsible use of digital tools and techniques in digital art and design, such as honesty, integrity, and respect, including the use of emerging technologies such as AI.

Investigate and address ethical issues that arise from the creation, manipulation, and dissemination of digital artworks, such as authenticity, plagiarism, attribution, consent, and privacy.

Identify and describe an emerging technology, whether technical, software, or hardware- based and its application in the digital art world.

Use appropriate technical, software, or hardware tools to create an original digital artwork which integrates an identified emerging technology (e.g., virtual reality, augmented reality, or 3D printing).

Demonstrate efficient navigation of the Zbrush interface (e.g., gizmo, camera).

Block out organic shapes.

Use primitives and DynaMesh basics to work efficiently (e.g., sculpting, combining, imperfections).

Demonstrate the use of various types of brushes and tools. (e.g., brushes, symmetry, smoothing).

Demonstrate how to properly prepare a model for compositing in Photoshop or other appropriate application.

Utilize Zspheres to block out a design.

Demonstrate the use of polypainting to develop a model (e.g., nanomesh, fibermesh).

Experiment with lighting in the scene.

Create and edit 3D models, animations, and simulations using Cinema 4D.

Demonstrate the use of Redshift renderer to create advanced lighting and material designs.

Demonstrate the manipulation of objects.

Demonstrate the application of materials.

Demonstrate the use of MoGraph to create dynamic animations.

Demonstrate the use of fields to control elements.

Apply the elements and principles of design to compose effective 3D designs.

Demonstrate effective use of cameras, lighting, and rendering tools to create a desired effect.

Demonstrate effective typographical design and animation.

Demonstrate how to prepare a design for export into another application.

Create, import, and organize assets in a project.

Render and export their compositions for publication to the desired output format.

Use folders and labels to organize and document their project.

Create, modify, and arrange compositions and layers.

Use precomps (precomposing), nesting, and proxies to optimize and simplify their workflow.

Use blending modes, track mattes, masks, and alpha channels to control the visibility and transparency of layers

Use keyframes, expressions, and graphs to animate the properties and attributes of layers

Demonstrate the application of effects and presets to enhance the appearance and functionality of layers.

Create, edit, and animate text and shape layers.

Demonstrate the application of text animators, text presets, shape tools, and shape modifiers to create dynamic typography and graphics.

Demonstrate a RAW photography workflow.

Demonstrate post-processing skills by utilizing more advanced editing software for photo enhancement.

Provide and receive constructive feedback on photographs by participating in critiques.

Capture digital images using a scanner and other digital devices.

Demonstrate appropriate scanner/program operations.

Demonstrate the application of focus, aperture, shutter, and ISO to achieve a properly exposed image, and to achieve the desired effect.

Demonstrate the use and operation of studio flash units to create and control artificial light sources.

Demonstrate the use of a camera and flash modifiers such as umbrellas, reflectors, or gels to alter the light and shadow created by the flash unit.

Demonstrate advanced use of composition elements and techniques by composing simple and balanced shots using the rule of thirds, framing, leading lines, and perspective.

Demonstrate basic editing by performing basic cropping, rotation, and exposure adjustments using simple editing tools.

Demonstrate and identify the application of visual storytelling through photography.

Demonstrate safety procedures used in digital art and design program including safe body mechanics and ergonomics.

Demonstrates information technology skills.

Demonstrate job-specific mathematics skills.

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS AND ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS

Professionals demonstrate appropriate character and concept development skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Identify potential abuse and unethical uses of laptops, tablets, computers, and/or networks.

Demonstrate workplace safety.

WEB DESIGN

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED DRAWING SKILLS AND RENDERING

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE

Demonstrate work ethic.

Demonstrate customer service orientation.

Professionals demonstrate appropriate typography skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Explain the benefits and responsibilities of being a member of a CTSO.

Professionals demonstrate appropriate document layout skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Demonstrate global or “big picture” thinking.

Professionals demonstrate appropriate drawing skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

TYPOGRAPHY

Define the impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act and other civil rights legislation on a business/organization, its employees, and its customers.

Professionals demonstrate appropriate pre-production practices. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including the ethical use of technology. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including positive work practices and interpersonal skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Demonstrate proper workspace cleaning procedures.

Demonstrate conflict resolution skills.

Professionals explore emerging technologies to enhance and improve their existing skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

VECTOR ILLUSTRATION: ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR

Demonstrates knowledge and use of job-specific tools and technologies.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including professional development required for proficiency within their area. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Describe possible threats to a laptop, tablet, computer, and/or network and methods of avoiding attacks.

Explain how participation in CTSOs can promote lifelong benefits in other professional and civic organizations.

Identify proper netiquette when using e-mail, social media, and other technologies for communication purposes.

Explain how CTSOs are integral parts of specific clusters, majors, and/or courses.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate photography skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Demonstrate respect for diversity.

Identify lab equipment.

DIGITAL SCULPTING: ZBRUSH

Discuss legal issues and the terms of use (e.g., plagiarism) related to copyright laws, fair use laws, and ethics pertaining to downloading of images, photographs, documents, video, sounds, music, trademarks, and other elements for personal use.

Demonstrate initiative and self-direction.

SAFETY

Analyze accessibility laws and their impact on the end-user.

IMAGE CREATION AND MANIPULATION: ADOBE PHOTOSHOP

Demonstrate integrity.

Demonstrate reading and writing skills.

Define differences between classroom and professional practices in regard to copyrights.

Demonstrate creativity and innovation.

Demonstrate proficiency and skills associated with the use of technologies that are common to a specific occupation.

Professionals demonstrate appropriate vector illustration skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Demonstrate teamwork.

Professionals demonstrate appropriate animation and motion graphics skills using Adobe After Effects. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Identify lab policies and procedures.

Professionals prepare for careers in the Digital Art and Design industry. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital and Art Design program of study.

Demonstrates information security skills.

Identify the purpose and goals of a Career and Technology Student Organization (CTSO).

Professionals demonstrate appropriate animation and motion graphics skills using Cinema 4D. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate web design skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Demonstrates professionalism in the workplace.

Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptability skills to changing job requirements.

Demonstrate career and life management skills and goal-making.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate animation skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

PRE-PRODUCTION PRACTICES

Explain the consequences of social, illegal, and unethical uses of technology (e.g., piracy; cyberbullying; illegal downloading; licensing infringement; inappropriate uses of software, hardware, and mobile devices in the work environment).

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND ETHICS

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including safety as required for proficiency within their area. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Demonstrates information literacy skills.

PERSONAL QUALITIES AND EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

Professionals demonstrate appropriate image creation and manipulation skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

PHOTOGRAPHIC PRINCIPLES

MOTION GRAPHICS: CINEMA 4D

Identify all fire exits.

Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Describe ethical and legal practices of safeguarding the confidentiality of business- related information.

DOCUMENT LAYOUT: ADOBE INDESIGN

PRODUCTION PRACTICES

Demonstrate time and resource management skills.

Demonstrate listening and speaking skills.

List leadership opportunities that are available to students through participation in CTSO conferences, competitions, community service, philanthropy, and other activities.

Identify contact information for classroom emergencies.

Professionals demonstrate appropriate production practices. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES

CREATING ANIMATIONS

MOTION GRAPHICS: ADOBE AFTER EFFECTS

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including positive work practices and interpersonal skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Define animation and its relationship to time.

Create a storyboard of proposed animation.

Create a simple frame-based/key frame animation.

Demonstrate use of controller palettes to review, loop, and play back animation.

Create a layer-based animation.

Animate a project using motion tweening.

Analyze existing web sites for style and content.

Compare and contrast preferred formats for various page elements.

Analyze and design websites for functionality and visual appeal.

Evaluate the user interface and enhance the user experience through web design best practices.

Plan a web page design with thumbnail sketches, wireframe, and site map.

Create a functional plan for a user interface in the form of a mockup.

Organize, optimize, and collect images and content for website design.

Integrate client or individual brand identity and standards into web design.

Edit and refine design based on client feedback.

Exhibit evidence of proficiency among multiple portfolio pieces in the following practices.

Typography

Pre-production practices

Production Practices

Photographic Principles

Image manipulation

Vector illustration

Document layout

Update resume.

Explain the advantages of different types of portfolios.

Research different kinds of networking opportunities.

Demonstrate application of creative commons licenses and how they are used in the design industry.

Explain the importance of obtaining media releases.

Investigate independent digital art and design opportunities.

Prepare and test for College and Career Ready certification(s).

Establish project requirements.

Identify the purpose, target market and audience market for the final product(s).

Demonstrate knowledge of project management tasks and responsibilities.

Communicate with others (such as peers and clients) about design plans.

Ensure ADA compliance.

Analyze, refine and iterate design based on client and/or peer feedback.

Critique work effectively.

Prepare a digital design/art services quote for prospective work.

Demonstrate strategies to promote digital design/art services.

Summarize practices for planning and growing successful services.

Evaluate personal productivity over the course of a design project.

Investigate methods for protecting/managing intellectual property rights (e.g., Creative Commons vs. professional trademark/patent/legal services).

Explain the basic fundamentals of a business, such as cost, estimates, and productivity.

Summarize the use and application of various industry standards and specifications.

Explain how copyright laws apply to printing companies.

Describe the differences between, and the advantages/disadvantages of: in-line; off-line; and, near-line finishing.

Establish a regular communication schedule with the client.

Demonstrate understanding of client needs.

Establish and meet client timelines.

Present work to the client using appropriate media and format.

Receive and respond to client feedback by iterating designs as required.

Maintain open and timely communication with the client regarding changes in scope or cost of the project.

Demonstrate an understanding of the responsibilities of a Photo Editor – Photo editors work with real-life images to adjust, color-correct or combine images to create the desired final image. Image editing can be as simple as adjusting the lighting and color balance on a photograph or as drastic as changing garment colors or adding logo information or banners to the image.

Demonstrate an understanding of the responsibilities of a User Interface (UI) Designer – The UI designer is responsible for ensuring every webpage or operational step of the final product follows the user experience (UX) designer's intent.

Demonstrate an understanding of the responsibilities of a User Experience (UX Designer) – UX designers make products, services and websites enjoyable and accessible for users. They consider the intended end-use of the product and how the product feels to the consumer to ensure it is a user-friendly product or service.

Demonstrate an understanding of the responsibilities of a Motion Graphic Designer – Create artwork for the web, television, or film. They use visual effects, animation and other cinematic techniques to bring life to their creations.

Demonstrate an understanding of the responsibilities of a Colorist – A colorist in the film industry creates a visual story for a production, through adjusting the hues in the corrected film through color grading techniques.

Demonstrate an understanding of the responsibilities of a Concept Artist – Concept artists develop the initial visual concepts (characters, props, vehicles, environments) from a script or creative brief.

Demonstrate an understanding of the responsibilities of a 3D Rendering Specialist –A 3D rendering specialist utilizes drawings and technical information to construct 3D models representative of the client’s desired goals.

Demonstrate an understanding of the responsibilities of a Character Designer – Create and draw the visual elements which describe the characters, environments, and props associated with characters in game design and other media.

Demonstrate an understanding of the responsibilities of a Product Visualization Designer – Uses renderings, images, and artwork to visually communicate products to customers.

Demonstrate an understanding of the responsibilities of an Apparel Designer – Apparel graphic designers create individual, original images for clothing. They develop a strong understanding of the brand's customers and ensure their graphics are cohesive and visually appealing to that audience. They design a variety of images and font-based graphics for screen printing on shirts, pocket-placed embroidery designs and any other special designs or prints the brand's design executives want to include on their clothing.

Demonstrate an understanding of the responsibilities of a Logo Designer – Logo designers develop visually compelling graphics or symbols to represent a company, product, brand or service.

Demonstrate an understanding of the responsibilities of a Packaging Designer – Packaging designers—or production designers—develop the box, container and labels on a product to protect the product during shipping and communicate important features to the customer.

Demonstrate an understanding of the responsibilities of a Web Designer – Web designers assist in developing websites by creating individual web pages, designing page layouts and developing graphics for the website. They are also responsible for designing the navigation menus, drop-down options and the website's structure.

Demonstrate an understanding of the responsibilities of a Multimedia Designer – Multimedia designers create complex animated images and videos using art and computerized animation programs. They plan out the animation by sketching, creating scale models and developing computerized graphics to build the story.

Demonstrate an understanding of the responsibilities of an Advertising Designer – Advertising designers use graphic design, sketching and photography to create visually compelling marketing materials for a brand or company. They create billboards, magazine advertisements, website advertisements and any other requested promotional materials.

Demonstrate an understanding of the responsibilities of a Publication Designer – Publication designers develop the layout, visual appearance and graphics for a range of printed publications. Companies that create annual reports, research papers, books, catalogs and user manuals use internal or freelance publication designers to add images and graphics to the written information.

Demonstrate an understanding of the responsibilities of an Art Director – The art director is a high-level executive responsible for guiding the design team's vision, directing the theme concept and overseeing all design artwork. They can work in a variety of industries including fashion, print publications, advertising, television or consumer products.

Identify and describe an emerging technology, whether technical, software, or hardware- based and its application in the digital art world.

Use appropriate technical, software, or hardware tools to create an original digital artwork which integrates an identified emerging technology (e.g., virtual reality, augmented reality, or 3D printing).

Demonstrate efficient navigation of the Zbrush interface (e.g., gizmo, camera).

Block out organic shapes.

Use primitives and DynaMesh basics to work efficiently (e.g., sculpting, combining, imperfections).

Demonstrate the use of various types of brushes and tools. (e.g., brushes, symmetry, smoothing).

Demonstrate how to properly prepare a model for compositing in Photoshop or other appropriate application.

Utilize Zspheres to block out a design.

Demonstrate the use of polypainting to develop a model (e.g., nanomesh, fibermesh).

Experiment with lighting in the scene.

Create and edit 3D models, animations, and simulations using Cinema 4D.

Demonstrate the use of Redshift renderer to create advanced lighting and material designs.

Demonstrate the manipulation of objects.

Demonstrate the application of materials.

Demonstrate the use of MoGraph to create dynamic animations.

Demonstrate the use of fields to control elements.

Apply the elements and principles of design to compose effective 3D designs.

Demonstrate effective use of cameras, lighting, and rendering tools to create a desired effect.

Demonstrate effective typographical design and animation.

Demonstrate how to prepare a design for export into another application.

Create, import, and organize assets in a project.

Render and export their compositions for publication to the desired output format.

Use folders and labels to organize and document their project.

Create, modify, and arrange compositions and layers.

Use precomps (precomposing), nesting, and proxies to optimize and simplify their workflow.

Use blending modes, track mattes, masks, and alpha channels to control the visibility and transparency of layers

Use keyframes, expressions, and graphs to animate the properties and attributes of layers

Demonstrate the application of effects and presets to enhance the appearance and functionality of layers.

Create, edit, and animate text and shape layers.

Demonstrate the application of text animators, text presets, shape tools, and shape modifiers to create dynamic typography and graphics.

Demonstrate a RAW photography workflow.

Demonstrate post-processing skills by utilizing more advanced editing software for photo enhancement.

Provide and receive constructive feedback on photographs by participating in critiques.

Capture digital images using a scanner and other digital devices.

Demonstrate appropriate scanner/program operations.

Demonstrate the application of focus, aperture, shutter, and ISO to achieve a properly exposed image, and to achieve the desired effect.

Demonstrate the use and operation of studio flash units to create and control artificial light sources.

Demonstrate the use of a camera and flash modifiers such as umbrellas, reflectors, or gels to alter the light and shadow created by the flash unit.

Demonstrate advanced use of composition elements and techniques by composing simple and balanced shots using the rule of thirds, framing, leading lines, and perspective.

Demonstrate basic editing by performing basic cropping, rotation, and exposure adjustments using simple editing tools.

Demonstrate and identify the application of visual storytelling through photography.

Define animation and its relationship to time.

Create a storyboard of proposed animation.

Create a simple frame-based/key frame animation.

Demonstrate use of controller palettes to review, loop, and play back animation.

Create a layer-based animation.

Animate a project using motion tweening.

Identify lab policies and procedures.

Demonstrates knowledge and use of job-specific tools and technologies.

Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Professionals demonstrate appropriate animation and motion graphics skills using Cinema 4D. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Demonstrate conflict resolution skills.

MOTION GRAPHICS: (modeled after ADOBE AFTER EFFECTS)

Demonstrate customer service orientation.

Digital artists acquire appropriate certifications/credentials. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Identify lab equipment.

Digital artists demonstrate appropriate web design skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Demonstrate proper workspace cleaning procedures.

Identify all fire exits.

CREATING ANIMATIONS

Describe possible threats to a laptop, tablet, computer, and/or network and methods of avoiding attacks.

Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptability skills to changing job requirements.

Demonstrate respect for diversity.

Demonstrate work ethic.

PERSONAL QUALITIES AND EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

Demonstrate workplace safety.

Demonstrate listening and speaking skills.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including positive work practices and interpersonal skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Digital artists acquire appropriate certifications/credentials. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Digital artists demonstrate appropriate animation and motion graphics skills using Adobe After Effects or equivalent software. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

EVALUATION AND CRITIQUE

WEB DESIGN

DIGITAL SCULPTING: ZBRUSH

Demonstrate reading and writing skills.

Identify potential abuse and unethical uses of laptops, tablets, computers, and/or networks.

Demonstrates information technology skills.

Demonstrate integrity.

CAREER PREPARATION

Define the impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act and other civil rights legislation on a business/organization, its employees, and its customers.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including the ethical use of technology. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Digital artists demonstrate appropriate photography skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS AND ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS

Explain how participation in CTSOs can promote lifelong benefits in other professional and civic organizations.

Demonstrate time and resource management skills.

Digital artists demonstrate appropriate business skills and knowledge. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Demonstrate safety procedures used in digital art and design program including safe body mechanics and ergonomics.

Discuss legal issues and the terms of use (e.g., plagiarism) related to copyright laws, fair use laws, and ethics pertaining to downloading of images, photographs, documents, video, sounds, music, trademarks, and other elements for personal use.

Explain how CTSOs are integral parts of specific clusters, majors, and/or courses.

EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES

PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including positive work practices and interpersonal skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Identify contact information for classroom emergencies.

Professionals demonstrate appropriate character and concept development skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Demonstrate job-specific mathematics skills.

Digital artists explore emerging technologies to enhance and improve their existing skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

CERTIFICATIONS

Demonstrate proficiency and skills associated with the use of technologies that are common to a specific occupation.

PHOTOGRAPHIC PRINCIPLES

Digital artists demonstrate appropriate professional development skills and knowledge. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

BUSINESS OF DIGITAL ART DESIGN

MOTION GRAPHICS: (modeled after CINEMA 4D)

Demonstrate career and life management skills and goal-making.

DESIGNER/CLIENT RELATIONS

Identify the purpose and goals of a Career and Technology Student Organization (CTSO).

CAREER PATHWAYS

Demonstrates professionalism in the workplace.

Demonstrate teamwork.

Identify proper netiquette when using e-mail, social media, and other technologies for communication purposes.

Explain the benefits and responsibilities of being a member of a CTSO.

Digital artists demonstrate appropriate designer/client relationships. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Explain the consequences of social, illegal, and unethical uses of technology (e.g., piracy; cyberbullying; illegal downloading; licensing infringement; inappropriate uses of software, hardware, and mobile devices in the work environment).

Digital artists have knowledge of the career pathways found in the Digital Art and Design industry. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Define differences between classroom and professional practices in regard to copyrights.

Demonstrate creativity and innovation.

Demonstrate global or “big picture” thinking.

Proficient professionals demonstrate appropriate animation skills. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including safety as required for proficiency within their area. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Describe ethical and legal practices of safeguarding the confidentiality of business- related information.

Demonstrates information literacy skills.

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE

SAFETY

List leadership opportunities that are available to students through participation in CTSO conferences, competitions, community service, philanthropy, and other activities.

Analyze accessibility laws and their impact on the end-user.

Digital artists present and maintain a portfolio of their work consistent with fundamental design practices. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in the Digital Art and Design program of study.

Proficient professionals know the academic subject matter, including professional development required for proficiency within their area. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in any program of study.

Demonstrates information security skills.

Demonstrate initiative and self-direction.

Analyze existing web sites for style and content.

Compare and contrast preferred formats for various page elements.

Analyze and design websites for functionality and visual appeal.

Evaluate the user interface and enhance the user experience through web design best practices.

Plan a web page design with thumbnail sketches, wireframe, and site map.

Create a functional plan for a user interface in the form of a mockup.

Organize, optimize, and collect images and content for website design.

Integrate client or individual brand identity and standards into web design.

Edit and refine design based on client feedback.

Explain preprint color requirements.

Design a layout for readability and attractiveness by use of effective white space, column position and spacing, page margins, and graphics placement (boxes, lines, illustrations, images, etc.).

Define terms related to artwork such as line art, continuous tone, halftone, halftone screen, cropping, scaling, vector and raster graphics, and resolution.

Proofread, edit, and revise text using standard proofreading symbols.

Identify careers in the desktop publishing field.

Demonstrate effective use of clip art and other graphics in publications.

Develop a desktop publication including original graphics created using drawing and paint tools.

Select appropriate printer.

Explain how related student organizations are integral parts of career and technology education courses.

Employability Skills

Import text and tables from a word processing program into a desktop published document.

Generate a variety of documents such as flyers, bulletins, proposals, reports, business cards, greeting cards, transparencies, brochures, handouts, information forms, etc.

Import charts and/or tables from a database software program into a desktop published document.

Demonstrate effective use of type fonts.

List opportunities available to students through participation in related student organization conferences/competitions, community service, philanthropy, and other activities.

Define desktop publishing.

Identify netiquette including the use of e-mail, social networking, blogs, texting, and chatting.

Describe the purpose and process of color separation.

Define terms in the design process: thumbnails, rough drafts, and comprehensive layout (comp).

Explain how participation in career and technology education student organizations can promote lifelong responsibility for community service and professional development.

Identify positive work practices (e.g., appropriate dress code for the workplace, personal grooming, punctuality, time management, organization).

Printing the Documents

Creating and Designing Layout

Discuss computer crimes, terms of use, and legal issues such as copyright laws, fair use laws, and ethics pertaining to scanned and downloaded clip art images, photographs, documents, video, recorded sounds and music, trademarks, and other elements for use in Web publications.

Identify potential abuse and unethical uses of computers and networks.

Demonstrate an understanding of the basic software needed for desktop publishing (operating system, data/word processing, graphics software, page layout, graphics formats, etc.).

Describe ethical and legal practices in business professions such as safeguarding the confidentiality of business-related information.

Explain the consequences of illegal, social, and unethical uses of information technologies (e.g., piracy; illegal downloading; licensing infringement; inappropriate uses of software, hardware, and mobile devices).

Use color tables (e.g., hue and saturation).

Convert various graphic file formats.

Developing a Desktop Publishing Portfolio

Demonstrate effective use of color.

Adjust printer/publication for desired output.

Explain the purpose of portfolios and how to select the pieces to include in the portfolio.

List factors that affect quality imaging.

Design Principles

Digital Imaging

Assemble a career portfolio of a variety of printed documents produced in the course, including a flyer, a newsletter, a brochure, business cards, a letterhead, an advertisement, labels, and information forms.

Identify major causes of work-related accidents in offices.

Demonstrate positive interpersonal skills (e.g., communication, respect, teamwork).

Define terms related to typography: screen/printer fonts, downloadable (soft) fonts, typesetting, galleys, postscript printers, serifs, points, picas, alignment of text, drop shadows, leading, tracking, and kerning.

Describe characteristics and uses of basic color models (e.g., RGB, CMYK, etc.).

Import charts and/or tables from a spreadsheet software program into a desktop published document.

Plan printed presentations of text by determining appropriate typography, spacing elements, and emphasis features.

Safety and Ethics

Create a résumé to include in the portfolio.

Describe the threats to a computer network, methods of avoiding attacks, and options in dealing with virus attacks.

Differentiate between freeware, shareware, and public domain software copyrights.

Producing of Documents

Perform color separations.

Acquire digital image from sources such as scanner, digital cameras, Internet, etc.

Edit a digital image.

Student Organizations

Demonstrate an understanding of the basic hardware components needed for desktop publishing (CPU, memory, external drives, expansion boards, and ports) and input/output devices (scanners, digital cameras, monitors, graphic tablets, tablet PCs, etc.).

Determine the most appropriate type of desktop publication based upon the purpose, intended audience, life of the publication, cost limits, and time constraints.

Explain the goals and objectives of related student organizations.

Explain the term "effective white space."

Understanding Technology

Define various types of graphic file formats.

Incorporate original scanned digitized graphics/text files into a desktop publication.

Incorporate original digital camera image into a desktop publication.

Convert elements (logos, body copy, charts, and graphs) from standard business applications into compatible format (e.g., psd, png, bmp, pdf, gif, jpeg, and tiff) for use in desktop publishing projects.

Classify the personal traits and attitudes desirable in a member of the healthcare team.

Define basic terms and standards related to ethical practices.

Record time using the 24-hour clock.

Differentiate between ethics and morals.

Define types of consent.

Recognize ethical issues and their implications related to healthcare.

Discuss the relationship between health, lifestyle, and personal risk factors.

Understand cultural diversity as it impacts healthcare.

Identify behaviors and factors affecting the EMS professional's health and well-being negatively.

Demonstrate proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE and BSI).

Demonstrate use of navigation skills (maps, GPS units, Google Earth, etc.).

Demonstrate respectful and empathetic treatment of ALL patients/clients (customer service).

Legal Responsibilities

Discuss the principles of infection control, personal protective equipment (PPE), and body substance isolation (BSI).

Explain the need to determine scene safety.

Demonstrate proper training techniques to prevent physical injury (stretching, strengthening, conditioning, etc.).

Apply principles of body mechanics.

Identify code of ethics (e.g., National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians [NREMT] Code of Ethics, National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians [NAEMT] Code of Ethics).

Recognize barriers to communication.

Demonstrate use of visual aids (binoculars, telescopes, night vision goggles (NVG), thermal imaging, etc.) including verbalizing the objects or people that visual aids are being used to identify.

Recognize technology applications available/used in EMS.

Analyze attributes and attitudes of an effective leader.

Differentiate the actions and responsibilities of EMS professionals when interacting with law enforcement.

Explain the factors influencing healthcare delivery systems.

Discuss the methods of obtaining consent.

Explain the importance, necessity, and legality of patient confidentiality (e.g., Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act [HIPAA] and Family Education Rights and Privacy Act [FERPA]).

Evaluate the cultural use of verbal and nonverbal language in a variety of healthcare scenarios.

Discuss principles of basic emergency response in natural disasters and other emergencies.

Recognize the elements of communication using a sender-receiver model.

Teamwork

Technical Skills

Understand roles and responsibilities of team members.

Systems

Recognize elements of written and electronic communication (spelling, grammar, and formatting).

Differentiate between ethical and legal issues impacting healthcare.

Understand the healthcare delivery system (public, private, government, and non-profit).

Understand implications of hazardous materials.

Apply procedures for accurate documentation and record keeping.

Define emergency medical services (EMS) systems.

Recognize methods for building positive team relationships.

Ethics

Recognize body planes, directional terms, quadrants, and cavities.

Apply employability skills in healthcare (attendance policy and time management).

Discuss positive steps that the EMS professional takes to help reduce/alleviate stress and promote health and wellness.

Define medical direction, and discuss the EMS professional's role in the process.

Summarize professional standards as they apply to hygiene, dress, language, confidentiality, and behavior.

Define terms and standards related to legal responsibilities.

Discuss the issues of abandonment, negligence, and battery and their implications for EMS professionals.

Identify basic structure of the human body.

Demonstrate proper lifting and carrying techniques to prevent physical injury.

Demonstrate sound study skills, test taking skills, and note taking skills.

Discuss levels of education, credentialing requirements, and employment trends in healthcare.

Discuss advance directives and local or state provisions regarding EMS application.

Employability Skills

Define the EMS professional's scope of practice.

Interpret verbal and nonverbal communication.

Safety Practices

Define quality improvement, and discuss the EMS professional's role in the process.

Apply mathematical computations related to healthcare procedures (metric and household, conversions and measurements).

Communicate using technology to access and distribute data and other information.

Health Maintenance Practices

Explain how to recognize the causes and signals of personal stress.

Recognize basic safety labels and placards (biohazards, poisons, etc.).

Characterize the various methods used to access the EMS system in your community.

Apply speaking and active listening skills.

Demonstrate hand washing techniques.

Information Technology Applications

Academic Foundation

Demonstrate proper body mechanics.

Differentiate the roles and responsibilities of EMS professionals from other healthcare professionals.

Compare careers within the health science career pathways (diagnostic services, therapeutic services, health informatics, support services, or biotechnology research and development).

Observe and participate in service learning/work-based learning (virtual, guest speakers, etc.) and HOSA activities.

Demonstrate the use of the Recognize, Assess/Avoid, Identify, and Notify (RAIN) method in a hazardous materials (hazmat) situation.

Communications

Describe fire safety in a healthcare setting.

Discuss possible emotional reactions that EMS professionals, patient, and family may experience when faced with trauma, illness, death, and dying.

Apply effective techniques for managing team conflict.

Recognize the signs and symptoms of critical incident stress.

Apply safety techniques in the work environment.

Apply procedures for reporting activities and behaviors that affect the health, safety, and welfare of others.

Distinguish subjective and objective information.

Identify forms of unsafe or hostile work environments.

Recognize characteristics of effective teams.

Compare and contrast characteristics of business-to-business transactions and business-to-consumer transactions.

Business Plan

Identify different types of bank loans.

Legal Regulations

Identify security issues for traditional and non-traditional businesses (e.g., viruses, hacking, phishing, client information, theft, fraud, shoplifting, etc.).

Identify major causes of work-related accidents in offices.

Estimate the cost of equipment, supplies, and inventory.

Safety and Ethics

Describe tracking, confirmation and delivery of products and services.

Business Economics

Complete a self-analysis to identify potential entrepreneurial interests.

Distinguish between four ways in which a business may be acquired and/or operated (purchase an existing business, enter the family business, purchase a franchise, or start a new business).

Financing a Business

List the advantages and disadvantages of different types of business ownership.

Prepare a management plan (incorporate legal requirements, business protection, and operations).

Identify industry trends, competition, and market segment using various research techniques.

Identify domestic and international cultural differences that affect business.

Business Structures

Describe the steps of the sales process (e.g., approach, determining needs, demonstrate, answering questions, close, suggestion selling, follow-up).

Explain federal, state, and local regulations that affect small business ownership.

Complete a pro forma income statement and balance sheet.

Select a business opportunity based on research.

Define terms related to online business (e.g., HTTPS, SSL and data encryption, search engine ranking, site traffic, key words/meta tags, etc.).

Define sales tax requirements.

Discuss computer crimes, terms of use, and legal issues such as copyright laws, fair use laws, and ethics pertaining to scanned and downloaded clip art images, photographs, documents, video, recorded sounds and music, trademarks, and other elements for use in Web publications.

Entrepreneurial Characteristics

Define economic terms such as monopoly, scarcity, elastic good, inelastic good, public good, fixed cost, variable cost, opportunity cost, and break-even point.

Determine the marketing mix (product, price, place, and promotion).

Identify the role of business to promote goodwill (e.g., community service, social responsibility, environmental impact, etc.) and customer loyalty.

Define employer/employee taxes requirements.

Identify types of insurance for employees and businesses (e.g., medical, dental, life, property and casualty, workman's compensation, etc.).

Explain the consequences of illegal, social, and unethical uses of information technologies (e.g., piracy; illegal downloading; licensing infringement; inappropriate uses of software, hardware, and mobile devices).

Identify government sites useful to business.

Describe other sources that can provide debt capital (e.g., partnerships, venture capitalists, friends, family, etc.).

Describe the parts of a business plan.

Employability Skills

Explain how participation in career and technology education student organizations can promote lifelong responsibility for community service and professional development.

Identify opportunities of traditional and non-traditional business ventures (e.g., e-commerce, online auctions, bartering, social advertising).

Explain Small Business Administration loans.

Explain the goals and objectives of related student organizations.

List opportunities available to students through participation in related student organization conferences/competitions, community service, philanthropy, and other activities.

Illustrate the process of placing a secure order and payment using online services from a customer and company perspective.

Explain the technical, networking, social, interpersonal, and communication skills needed by entrepreneurs.

Explain the kinds of ordering, payment, and delivery services required for traditional and non-traditional types of business purchases.

Design a physical layout to meet the needs of the business medium.

Public Relations and Customer Service

Explain how related student organizations are integral parts of career and technology education courses.

Differentiate between freeware, shareware, and public domain software copyrights.

Identify potential abuse and unethical uses of computers and networks.

Define the industry characteristics, major competitors, and market segment.

Describe the objectives of a public relations program.

Discuss selling products and services through traditional and non-traditional systems (e.g., storefronts, Web sites, auctions, etc.).

Identify and define the growth stages of traditional and non-traditional businesses.

Identify components of an employee policies and procedures manual (e.g., acceptable use policy, technology abuse, non-compete policy, grievance, compensation and benefits, training and retention, etc.).

Discuss the purposes for creating a business plan.

Student Organizations

Create job descriptions for every job.

Identify positive work practices (e.g., appropriate dress code for the workplace, personal grooming, punctuality, time management, organization).

Estimate start-up costs and projected business expenses for one year and the funding needed to begin the business using the pro forma income statement.

Describe various recruitment techniques.

Identify netiquette including the use of e-mail, social networking, blogs, texting, and chatting.

Business Practices

Prepare a pro forma budget.

Interpret financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow projections, and summary of sales and cash receipts).

Describe the threats to a computer network, methods of avoiding attacks, and options in dealing with virus attacks.

Explain the concept of supply and demand.

Develop an organizational chart.

Identify domestic (intrastate and interstate) and global trade laws (tariffs, quotas, etc.) as they pertain to traditional and non-traditional business.

Identify legal hiring practices and anti-discrimination laws and practices.

Demonstrate positive interpersonal skills (e.g., communication, respect, teamwork).

Describe ethical and legal practices in business professions such as safeguarding the confidentiality of business-related information.

Identify characteristics of entrepreneurs.

Describe cost-effective advertising and sales techniques that promote your company.

Identify characteristics of domestic and global market economies and their various structures (e.g., command market, mixed, socialist, etc.).

Select appropriate medium (e.g., physical location, web, mobile transport, etc.).

Power and Technology in the Agricultural Industry

The Importance of Agricultural Power and Technology

Describe the emergence of agricultural power and technology

Identify areas of the agricultural power and technology industry.

Select and use information, resources and systems of operation in agricultural power.

Opportunities in Agricultural Power and Technology

Identify career opportunities

Discuss Personal needed education and technical skills

Plan and manage a supervised agricultural education experience.

Safety in Agricultural Power and Technology

Identify and describe the major causes of accidents.

Discuss methods of accident prevention.

Describe appropriate procedures in case of an accident.

Select and use personal safety equipment.

Tools used in Equipment Maintenance

Select, Identify and properly use tools utilized in machinery and equipment maintenance.

Discuss the use of diagnostic instruments and testers.

Identify worn and damaged tools.

Maintenance and storage facilities

Explain the importance of maintenance and storage of equipment.

Design a maintenance and storage facility.

Discuss the procedures in storing of equipment.

Discuss the handling and storing of petroleum products.

Agricultural Equipment

Applying Science Principles and Practices

Explain the importance of physical science in agricultural power equipment.

Describe mechanical advantage

Explain how changing the state of matter can be used to transfer heat.

Explain how chemical energy is converted to electrical energy and then mechanical energy.

Tractors

Identify the kinds and uses of agricultural tractors.

Demonstrate the use of the equipment operators manual.

Demonstrate the safe operation of a tractor.

Describe the role of a tractor operator in maintenance.

Perform preventive maintenance procedures.

Explain the purpose and procedure of keeping proper maintenance records.

Explain troubleshooting and how it is used.

Production Equipment

Describe the importance of equipment in agricultural production.

Identify types and uses of tillage equipment.

Identify the types and uses of planting equipment, including calibration.

Identify the kinds and uses of application equipment, including calibration.

Identify the kinds and uses of harvesting equipment.

Turf and Landscape Equipment

Identify the kinds and uses of hand tools in turf and landscaping.

Identify the kinds and uses of turf power equipment.

Demonstrate mower blade sharpening.

Identify the kinds and uses of landscape power equipment.

Maintain landscape power equipment.

Specialty Equipment

Describe the kinds, uses and maintenance of materials-handling equipment.

Describe the uses and safe operation of an all terrain vehicle.

Power Sources and Operation

Internal Combustion Engine Systems and Functions

Explain the meaning of internal combustion and related engine terms.

Describe the operation of a four stroke and two cycle engine.

Identify and describe the functions of engine components.

Rebuilding small air-cooled gasoline engines

Identify considerations in rebuilding or replacing a small, air-cooled gasoline engine

Describe how to use an engine service and repair manual.

Read and interpret engine identification numbers.

Describe a general method of diagnosing small-engine problems..

Perform and conduct small-engine diagnostic tests.

Correctly and safely disassemble a small engine.

Clean small engine components

Evaluate small-engine components and recondition as appropriate.

Reassemble a small engine and make preliminary adjustments..

Maintaining Diesel Engines

Explain the operation of a diesel engine.

Identify the importance of fuel-injection systems.

Identify the maintenance practice for with diesel engines.

Troubleshoot a diesel engine.

Engine Power and Efficiency

Define and calculate work, torque, power and horsepower using correct units.

Explain types of power ratings.

Describe the measurement of engine and tractor power and use the findings to improve efficiency.

Discuss the meaning of efficiency.

Power Trains

Explain the meaning and components of a power train.

Describe how to maintain a transmission and drive system.

Differentiate types of transmission fluid.

Describe how to service a power train.

Precision Technology

Define precision technology and explain its role in agriculture.

Explain the use of Global Positioning System in precision agriculture..

Explain the use of a geographic information system in precision agriculture.

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of precision technology.

Supervised Experience in Agriculture

Keeping and Using SAE Records

Explain how SAE records are organized.

Identify the procedures to making entries in the SAE records.

Explain how to summarize and analyze the SAE records.

Making Long Range Plans for Expanding SAE Programs

Identify the factors that should be considered in expanding an SAE program.

Explain how placement and ownership SAE programs may be expanded.

Developing Leadership Skills in Agriculture

Planning and Organizing an FFA Meeting

Explain how to plan a meeting and develop the order of business.

Describe how to set up the meeting room.

Explain the parliamentary procedure used in an FFA meeting.

Developing an Awareness for Your Community

Describe the meaning and importance of community service.

List and identify community service organizations.

Explain how FFA members can be involved with community improvement and development.

State FFA Degree

List the requirements for the State FFA Degree.

Explain how a FFA member can obtain the State FFA Degree.

Developing Communication Skills

Introduction to Communication

Define communication and explain its purpose.

Identify the components of the communication process.

Identify the five different levels of communication.

Explain the barriers of successful communication.

Explain the relationship between communication and leadership.

Organizing and Presenting a Persuasive Message

Explain the steps in preparing a persuasive message.

Describe delivery techniques in a persuasive message.

Using Communication Skills In Appropriate Situations

Understand the role of communication skills in the workplace.

Understand how to present a problem to a supervisor.

Identify the techniques used in requesting information from a supervisor.

Explain the role of written communication in an agribusiness.

Gaining Employment

Developing Goals

Explain the process of goal setting.

Describe the terms and types of goals.

Explain some aspects of effective goals.

Finding a Job

Describe information sources for job opportunities.

Develop a system to evaluate job openings.

Applying for a Job

Explain how to research a job opportunity.

Describe two methods of applying for a job.

Identify the common types of information requested on a job application form..

Writing a Résumé and Letter of Application

Explain the purpose of a résumé.

List the main items that should be included in a résumé.

Describe the purpose of a letter of application and its primary elements.

Incorporate 21st Century Skills.

Scrutinize the various components of raising a child.

Apply the steps in the decision making process.

Explore family related career paths.

Identify the types of events that can lead to a family crisis.

Analyze financial resources.

Healthy Lifestyles

Identify strategies to overcome communication barriers.

Explore the impact of a crisis on individuals and families.

Distinguish wants from needs.

Exhibit career preparation skills.

Identify expenses and expenditures.

Describe the consequences of risky behavior.

Explore the cultural differences in relationships.

Demonstrate teamwork and leadership skills.

Crisis Management

Analyze the various types of relationships.

Explain how values, goals, and resources influence the management of decisions.

Explore different types of individual and family crises.

Discuss what constitutes a crisis.

Examine the different types of relationships.

Determine the importance of preparing for a family.

Family Development

Analyze the decision making process.

Define crisis.

Analyze the consequences of making decisions.

Careers

Analyze the financial aspects of single life versus marriage.

Describe the laws related to marriage.

Family Resource Management

Identify food varieties and appropriate serving sizes.

Identify factors that lead to effective resource management skills.

Identify the different types of communication.

Investigate crisis prevention strategies.

Evaluate the rewards and challenges of living independently.

Analyze the effects of eating disorders.

Explain the importance of postnatal care.

Analyze the effects of technology on communication.

Apply communication skills that contribute to healthy relationships.

Describe the benefits of regular exercise.

Research family-related careers.

Explain the importance of prenatal care and development.

Describe the characteristics of a healthy relationship.

Explore personal interests, aptitudes, and abilities.

Determine the risk factors that are damaging to a healthy lifestyle.

Describe characteristics of healthy relationships.

Critique the social and emotional aspects of marriage.

Interpersonal Skills

Explain how personal values affect relationship choices.

Describe the effects of stress.

Describe the childbirth process.

Demonstrate effective time management skills.

Explain spirituality.

Summarize the history and culture of the fire service.

Describe the mission and organizational characteristics of the fire service.

Identify the function of various fire company types and line functions in a fire department.

Explain fire service organizational principles.

Describe the function of fire department regulations and standard operating procedures.

Identify external organizations likely to interact with fire departments.

List the main types of job-related firefighter fatalities, injuries, and illnesses.

Describe ways to maintain safety in training.

State the practices a Firefighter I uses for emergency scene preparedness and safety.

Perform scene management at a roadway incident.

Explain the importance of personnel accountability.

Recognize the impact of firefighter fatalities on associated groups of people.

Describe the NFPA and OSHA standards and regulations related to firefighter safety and health.

Summarize the model that supports the concept of risk management.

Describe the 16 Life Safety Initiatives and their importance.

Describe fire department safety and health programs and awareness issues.

Mount and dismount an apparatus.

Describe ways to help prevent accidents and injuries in fire stations and facilities.

Explain general guidelines for tool and equipment safety.

Describe the information required to dispatch emergency services.

Handle emergency and non-emergency calls.

Describe the systems used for internal communications.

Explain radio limitations that may impact internal communications.

Use a portable radio for routine and emergency communications.

Describe the purpose of personal protective equipment.

Summarize safety precautions for refilling SCBA cylinders.

Change an SCBA cylinder.

Explain safety precautions for SCBA use.

Describe non-emergency and emergency exit indicators and techniques.

Describe characteristics of each type of personal protective equipment.

Summarize guidelines for the care of personal protective clothing.

Explain safety considerations for personal protective equipment.

Identify respiratory hazards and types of respiratory protection equipment.

Identify the components of an SCBA.

Describe the limitations of respiratory protection equipment.

Don and doff PPE and free-standing and vehicle-mounted protective breathing apparatus. <ul><li>Don personal protective clothing.</li><li>Don PPE/SCBA for use at an emergency.</li><li>Don SCBA while seated.</li> <li>Doff personal protective equipment.</li></ul>

Inspect and demonstrate proper care for protective breathing apparatus. <ul><li>Inspect an SCBA.</li></ul>

Describe the impact of fire on common building materials and classifications and their potential hazards to firefighters.