2016 – 2017
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Interactive Media Support
Career Cluster:	Arts, A/V Technology and Communication

CCC	
CIP Number	0650010203	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	15 credit hours	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	27-1024 – Graphic Designers	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for initial employment as graphic design assistants or to supplement training for persons previously or currently employed in this occupation.

This certificate program is part of the Graphics Technology AS degree program (1611080300).  

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Arts, A/V Technology and Communication career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Arts, A/V Technology and Communication career cluster. 

The content includes, but is not limited to, communication skills, illustration, design concepts and theory, typography skills, production skills, color theories, utilization of computers to produce electronic content, presentation procedures, and employability skills. 

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills.
02.0	Create raster-based and vector-based visual solutions.
03.0	Formulate concepts/theories.
04.0	Apply design and color theories.
05.0	Demonstrate technical and creative uses of typography.
06.0	Demonstrate production skills in web and print design.
07.0	Demonstrate knowledge of current industry standards, practices, and techniques.
08.0	Apply marketing/advertising principles for effective visual communication.
09.0	Demonstrate industry-level presentation techniques.
10.0	Utilize computer hardware, software, networks and peripherals for the production of electronic content.
11.0	Create electronic interfaces.
12.0	Demonstrate employability skills.

2016 – 2017
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Interactive Media Support 
CIP Number:	0650010203
Program Length:	15 credit hours
SOC Code(s):		27-1024

This certificate program is part of the Graphics Technology AS degree program (1611080300).  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:
	
01.0	Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills – the student will be able to:	
01.01	Read and interpret written and oral instructions.	
01.02	Prepare written correspondence.	
01.03	Demonstrate effective oral communication and presentation skills.	
01.04	Present work to an audience.	
02.0	Create raster-based and vector-based visual solutions – the student will be able to:	
02.01	Demonstrate knowledge of methods and materials.	
03.0	Formulate concepts/theories – the student will be able to:	
03.01	Solve problems by selecting the appropriate styles or techniques.	
03.02	Display creative talent and ingenuity.	
03.03	Apply principles of design.	
03.04	Demonstrate the design process.	
04.0	Apply design and color theories – the student will be able to:	
04.01	Create a design utilizing the appropriate technical color application for the intended output.	
04.02	Create mockups, dummies, and comprehensive layouts in a variety of formats.	
04.03	Evaluate the use of design principles for a variety of graphic design applications.	
04.04	Apply knowledge of color theory to design solutions.	
04.05	Develop solutions for interactive media that demonstrate awareness of the user experience.	
05.0	Demonstrate technical and creative uses of typography – the student will be able to: 	
05.01	Develop and demonstrate appropriate use of type styles and letter forms.	
05.02	Demonstrate application of typographical specifications.	
05.03	Apply correct lettering and line spacing for typesetting.	
05.04	Develop a working knowledge of type spacing.	
05.05	Demonstrate the principles of typography in a design project.	
06.0	Demonstrate production skills in web and print design – the student will be able to:	
06.01	Size photographs and illustrations.	
06.02	Demonstrate correct preparation of electronic files for various printed and electronic outputs.	
06.03	Utilize appropriate industry-standard software to execute design solutions.	
07.0	Demonstrate knowledge of current industry standards, practices, and techniques – the student will be able to:	
07.01	Use industry terminology.	
07.02	Identify industry practices and procedures.	
07.03	Explain the importance of meeting deadlines.	
07.04	Demonstrate the ability to adjust to work conditions.	
08.0	Apply marketing/advertising principles for effective visual communication – the student will be able to:	
08.01	Identify the target audience.	
09.0	Demonstrate industry-level presentation techniques – the student will be able to:	
09.01	Prepare an industry-level professional portfolio appropriate for the type of work created.	
10.0	Utilize computer hardware, software, networks, and peripherals for the production of electronic content – the student will be able to:	
10.01	Demonstrate an understanding of platforms, operating systems, coding languages, hardware, software, peripherals, network issues, and compatibility.	
11.0	Create electronic interfaces – the student will be able to:	
11.01	Create vector-based or raster-based layouts that appropriately translate to a variety of electronic formats.	
11.02	Create interactive content for websites.	
12.0	Demonstrate employability skills – the student will be able to:	
12.01	Identify acceptable work habits.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA is the intercurricular career and technical student organization(s) providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Additional Resources

For additional information regarding articulation agreements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Fine Arts/Practical Arts Credit and Equivalent Mathematics and Equally Rigorous Science Courses please refer to:
http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml