2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

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

CCC	
CIP Number	0611080304	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	24 credit hours	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	27-1024 – Graphic Designers	
Targeted Occupation List	http://www.labormarketinfo.com/wec/TargetOccupationList.htm	
Perkins Technical Skill Attainment Inventory	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/perkins/perkins_resources.asp 	
Statewide Articulation	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp 	

Purpose

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, team skills, illustration, design concepts and theory, typography skills, production skills, creation of advertising layouts, 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 communication skills.
02.0	Demonstrate team skills.
03.0	Demonstrate safe and efficient work practices.
04.0	Perform raster and vector based illustration and graphic development.
05.0	Formulate concepts/theory.
06.0	Apply design theories.
07.0	Demonstrate creative use of typography.
08.0	Create advertising layouts.
09.0	Demonstrate production skills.
10.0	Demonstrate knowledge of current industry standards, practices, and techniques.
11.0	Interpret photographic procedures.
12.0	Apply color theories.
13.0	Demonstrate industry level presentation procedures.
14.0	Utilize computer hardware, software, networks and peripherals for the production of electronic content.
15.0	Create electronic content.
16.0	Demonstrate employability skills.

2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Interactive Media Production
CIP Number:	0611080304
Program Length:	24 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 communication skills--The student will be able to:	
01.01	Demonstrate presentation skills.	
01.02	Demonstrate effective oral communication skills.	
01.03	Read and interpret written and oral instructions.	
02.0	Demonstrate team skills--The student will be able to:	
02.01	Demonstrate ability to work as part of a team.	
03.0	Demonstrate safe and efficient work practices--The student will be able to:	
03.01	Demonstrate proper care of equipment.	
03.02	Demonstrate typical workplace tasks in a timely manner.	
04.0	Perform raster and vector based illustration and graphic development--The student will be able to:	
04.01	Demonstrate versatile illustration styles and techniques.	
04.02	Demonstrate knowledge of methods and materials.	
04.03	Create computer illustrations.	
05.0	Formulate concept/theory--The student will be able	
05.01	Select appropriate style or technique to problem solving.	
05.02	Display creative talent and ingenuity.	
05.03	Apply principles of design.	
05.04	Demonstrate the design process.	
06.0	Apply design theories--The student will be able to:	
06.01	Create a design in black and white and colors.	
06.02	Create various mockups, dummies, and comprehensive layouts in a variety of formats.	
06.03	Evaluate use of design principles utilized in various graphic design applications.	
07.0	Demonstrate creative uses of typography--The student will be able to: 	
07.01	Develop appropriate use of type styles and letter forms.	
07.02	Demonstrate application of typographical specifications.	
07.03	Apply type construction design.	
07.04	Apply proper letters and line spaces for typesetting.	
07.05	Demonstrate principles of typography in design project.	
07.06	Utilize desktop computer and industry standard software for type production.	
08.0	Create advertising layouts--The student will be able to:	
08.01	Identify advertising needs and develop appropriate solution.	
09.0	Demonstrate production skills--The student will be able to:	
09.01	Size photographs and illustrations.	
09.02	Demonstrate correct preparation of electronic files.	
10.0	Demonstrate knowledge of current industry standards, practices, and techniques--The student will be able to:	
10.01	Explain copyright procedures.	
10.02	Use industry terminology.	
10.03	Identify industry practice and procedures.	
10.04	Explain importance of meeting deadlines.	
10.05	Adjust to work conditions.	
11.0	Interpret photographic procedures--The student will be able to:	
11.01	Perform cropping and scaling.	
11.02	Operate camera.	
12.0	Apply color theories--The student will be able to:	
12.01	Apply knowledge of color theory.	
12.02	Demonstrate knowledge of industry standard color systems.	
13.0	Demonstrate industry level presentation procedures--The student will be able to:	
13.01	Demonstrate industry presentation procedure and techniques.	
14.0	Utilize computer hardware, software, networks, and peripherals for the production of electronic content--The student will be able to:	
14.01	Demonstrate understanding of various platforms, operating systems, hardware, software, peripherals, network issues, and compatibility.	
15.0	Create electronic content--The student will be able to:	
15.01	Create vector or raster based, file formats.	
15.02	Create interactive or web sites.	
16.0	Demonstrate employability skills--The student will be able to:	
16.01	Identify acceptable work habits. 	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory activities are an integral part of this program.  These activities include instruction in the use of safety procedures, tools, equipment, materials, and processes related to these occupations.  Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students. 

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA is the appropriate career and technical student organization for 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.  The activities of such organizations are defined as part of the curriculum in accordance with Rule 6A-6.065, F.A.C.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations’ plan 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.

Articulation

For details on articulation agreements which correlate to programs and industry certifications refer to http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp.