The following is a list of Programming and Web Design classes offered at District 11 High schools
Programming and Web Design classes offered at
GAME PROGRAMMING
Course Length: 1 Semester Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit per Semester: 1 Prerequisite: None
(Computer, Practical Arts or Elective)
Students will create multimedia applications that integrate game theory, programming, digital graphics and sound. Students will learn new programming languages, development environments and applications, and theories in computer programming.
WEBSITE DESIGN 1
Course Length: 1 Semester Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit per Semester: 1 Prerequisite: None
(Computer, Practical Arts or Elective)
The Internet is an extensive network of information resources and is quickly being identified as an invaluable tool for business. This course emphasizes the development of technical writing skills and examines the opportunities and applications of multimedia for the Internet. Web site design, software, services, production, current issues, and online distribution are covered as students produce their own web sites.
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ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY First Semester or Second Semester
Course Length: 1 Semester Grade: 10, 11, 12
Credit per Semester: 1.0 Prerequisite: Computer Applications or
(Computer Education, Practical Arts or Elective) Teacher approval
Fee: $5.00 for supplies
This course is designed to enhance the students' abilities to use new technology beyond the basic computer literacy/application levels. Emphasis will be placed on advanced technology uses to include multimedia development and design of presentation methods using a variety of media, knowledge and use of research databases, and simulations developed to maximize the integration of technology resources. Students will be using a Voice Recognition program called Dragon Naturally speaking as part of the curriculum. Students are encouraged to participate in Future Business
Leaders of America (FBLA) a national co-curricular organization.
GAME PROGRAMMING 1 First Semester or Second Semester
Course Length: 1 Semester Grade: 10, 11, 12
Credit per Semester: 1.0 Prerequisite: None
(Computer Education or Elective) Fee: $5.00 for supplies and curriculum
This course is designed to give students classroom experience in creating multimedia applications that integrate game theory, programming, digital graphics and sound. Students will learn new programming languages, development environments and applications, and theories in computer programming. 33

WEBSITE DESIGN First Semester or Second Semester
Course Length: 1 Semester Grade: 10, 11, 12
Credit per Semester: 1.0 Prerequisite: Computer Applications or
(Computer Education, Practical Arts or Elective) Teacher approval
Fee: $5.00 for supplies and curriculum
The Internet is an extensive network of information resources and is quickly being identified as an invaluable tool for business. This course emphasizes the development of technical writing skills and examines the opportunities and applications of multimedia for the Internet. Web site design, software, services, production, current issues, and online distribution are covered as students produce their own web site. College credit is available upon completion of course, with an A or B grade, and exam. Students are encouraged to participate in Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA).
WEBSITE DESIGN INTERNSHIP First Semester or Second Semester
Course Length: 1 Semester Grade: 10, 11, 12
Credit per Semester: 1.0 Prerequisite: Website Design
(Computer Education, Practical Arts or Elective) Fee: $5.00 for supplies and curriculum
This course is designed to give classroom experience and/or on the job experience in website design. Students apply their acquired skills from Website Design by designing and maintaining a website. Students are encouraged to participate in
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA).
Programming and Web Design classes offered at
Course Number: BU.CMPTADV
Course Name: Advanced Technology
Prerequisite: Computer Applications or instructor approval
Course Description: This course is designed to enhance the students' abilities to use new technology beyond the basic computer literacy/application levels. Emphasis will be placed on advanced technology uses to include multimedia development and design of presentation methods using a variety of media, knowledge and use of research databases, and simulations developed to maximize the integration of technology resources. (12/95)
Course Length: 2 semesters
Period Length: 1
Grade Level: 9-12 grade(s)
Credit Per Semester: 1.0 (Computer Education, Practical Arts or Elective)
Course Number: BU.WEBDSN
Course Name: Website Design
Prerequisite: Computer Applications or teacher approval
Course Description: Course to start August of 2009. Students will learn the basics of web page design using
Dreamweaver. This entry-level course emphasizes the use of applications used in Web development. Along with
Dreamweaver, students will use Fireworks and Photoshop to create 3-D buttons, animations, image editing, and image optimization. Graphic Design techniques and how they apply to web page construction will be taught and demonstrated by the students. Students will also be introduced to Web site services, production, ethics, current issues, and online distribution as they produce their own web sites.
Course Length: 2 semesters
Period Length: 1
Grade Level: 10-12 grade(s)
Credit Per Semester:One (1) – Practical Art Elective
Course Number: BU.WBDSIN1
Course Name: Website Design Internship 1
Prerequisite: Website Design (BU.WEBDSN)

Course Description: Course to start August of 2009. This course builds on the skills learned in Web Design, and introduces students to some of the advanced tools used in Web development. One such tool is Flash; a popular method for adding animation and interactivity to web pages. Flash is commonly used to create animation, advertisements, web page components, integrate video into web pages, and more recently, to develop rich Internet applications. Other advanced tools include: layout tables, elastic pages, CSS, Spry’s, embedding music and video, and converting files to
Flash video. Students will gain job experience by applying their acquired skills to the school’s existing web site. By successfully completing this course, students will be qualified to receive a vocational certificate of completion in Web
Design
Course Length: 2 semesters
Period Length: 1
Grade Level: 10-12 grade(s)
Credit Per Semester:One (1) – Practical Art Elective
Course Number: BU.WBDSIN2
Course Name: Website Design Internship 2
Prerequisite: Website Design (BU.WEBDSN)
Course Description: Course to start August of 2009. This course builds on the skills learned in Web Design, and introduces students to some of the advanced tools used in Web development. One such tool is Flash; a popular method for adding animation and interactivity to web pages. Flash is commonly used to create animation, advertisements, web page components, integrate video into web pages, and more recently, to develop rich Internet applications. Other advanced tools include: layout tables, elastic pages, CSS, Spry’s, embedding music and video, and converting files to
Flash video. Students will gain job experience by applying their acquired skills to the school’s existing web site. By successfully completing this course, students will be qualified to receive a vocational certificate of completion in Web
Design.
Course Length: 2 semesters
Period Length: 1
Grade Level: 10-12 grade(s)
Credit Per Semester:One (1) – Practical Art Elective
Course Number: BU.CISCO1H
Course Name: CISCO 1H
Prerequisite: Computer Applications
Course Description: The CISCO Networking Academy program is designed to teach students the skills needed to design, build, and maintain small to medium size networks. This provides students an opportunity to enter the work force and/or continue their education in the computer-networking field. After four semesters, students will be eligible to take the certification examination to become a CISCO networking associate. Four consecutive semesters are required to complete the prescribed program. If courses are not completed before graduation, the program may be completed at
Pikes Peak Community College.
Course Length: 2 semesters
Period Length: 1
Grade Level: 9-12 grade(s)
Credit Per Semester:1.0 Elective
Course Number: BU.CISCO2H
Course Name: CISCO 2H
Prerequisite: CISCO1
Course Description: The CISCO Networking Academy program is designed to teach students the skills needed to design,

build, and maintain small to medium size networks. This provides students an opportunity to enter the work force and/or continue their education in the computer-networking field. After four semesters, students will be eligible to take the certification examination to become a CISCO networking associate. Four consecutive semesters are required to complete the prescribed program. If courses are not completed before graduation, the program may be completed at
Pikes Peak Community College.
Course Length: 2 semesters
Period Length: 1
Grade Level: 9-12 grade(s)
Credit Per Semeste Course Number: BU.CISCO3H
Course Name: CISCO 3H
Prerequisite: None
Course Description: The CISCO Networking Academy program is designed to teach students the skills needed to design, build, and maintain small to medium size networks. This provides students an opportunity to enter the work force and/or continue their education in the computer-networking field. After four semesters, students will be eligible to take the certification examination to become a CISCO networking associate. Four consecutive semesters are required to complete the prescribed program. If courses are not completed before graduation, the program may be completed at
Pikes Peak Community College.
Course Length: 2 semesters
Period Length: 1
Grade Level: 9-12 grade(s)
Credit Per Semester: 1.0 (Computer, Practical Arts, or Elective) r:1.0 Elective
Course Number: BU.CISCO4H
Course Name: CISCO 4H
Prerequisite: None
Course Description: The CISCO Networking Academy program is designed to teach students the skills needed to design, build, and maintain small to medium size networks. This provides students an opportunity to enter the work force and/or continue their education in the computer-networking field. After four semesters, students will be eligible to take the certification examination to become a CISCO networking associate. Four consecutive semesters are required to complete the prescribed program. If courses are not completed before graduation, the program may be completed at
Pikes Peak Community College.
Course Length: 2 semesters
Period Length: 1
Grade Level: 9-12 grade(s)
Credit Per Semester: 1.0 (Computer, Practical Arts, or Elective)
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IBMYP TECHNOLOGY & DESIGN
Course Length: 1 Semester Grade Level: 10
Credit per semester: 1.0 (Comp. Ed., Practical Arts, Elect.)
Prerequisite: Students must be enrolled in the MYP program
This course delivers hands-on, experiential, process-oriented instruction in computer applications, computer design, and design technology. Using the “Design Cycle,” project work focuses on investigation, planning, creation, and evaluation. The course also

provides proficiency in computer applications including multimedia applications such as Photoshop and iMovie, as well as support for the MYP-required Personal Project.
MULTIMEDIA I
Course Length: 1 Semester Grade Level: 9 -12 Credit per Semester: 1.0 (Practical Arts or Elective) Prerequisite: None
Students will use popular and powerful multimedia programs including GarageBand, iMovie and Photoshop to create music, videos and images of their own design. They will design and create a web site with those artifacts using iWeb. The course provides a foundation for subsequent courses including Video Production, Digital Photography, Digital Music and Web Design
MULTIMEDIA II
Course Length: 1 Semester Grade Level: 9 -12 Credit per Semester: 1.0 (Practical Arts or Elective) Prerequisite: Multimedia I
Students will expand the skills learned in Multimedia I. They will work independently and collaboratively to produce advanced projects. Students will use the software to develop real-world products that will encompass all of the applications learned. The course provides a foundation for subsequent courses including Video Production, Digital Photography, Digital Music and Web Design.
WEB SITE DESIGN
Course Length: 1 Semester Grade Level: 10-12
Credit per Semester: 1.0 (Practical Arts or Elective)
Prerequisite: Computer Applications or Instructor Approval
Students will learn the basics of professional web design using Adobe Dreamweaver to create web sites with their own design and content. Along with Dreamweaver, students will also learn the basic concepts of HTML5, and graphic design for the web using Fireworks and Photoshop to create navigation buttons, background graphics, and animations that are optimized for fast loading on the Internet. Graphic Design techniques, and how they apply to web page construction, will be taught and demonstrated by the students. Students will discuss issues, ethics, and design as they apply to current web practices and popular trends on the Internet. Students will create their own website at the end of the course that will be published live on the Internet.
VIDEO GAME DESIGN I Course Length: 1 Semester Grade Level: 10-12 Credit per Semester: 1.0 (Practical Arts or Elective)
Prerequisite: Computer Applications or Instructor Approval
Students will use non-programming problem-solving techniques to design, create, and test computer games using Game Maker. The semester begins by learning how to use algorithms and heuristics to solve problems, these techniques will be essential to solving gaming problems. Students will also be introduced to the basics of binary notation, and will learn how to use Fireworks to create custom gaming backgrounds, sprites, and animations. Each student will also have the opportunity to use Garageband to create custom sounds and music for games.
VIDEO GAME DESIGN II Course Length: 1 Semester Grade Level: 10-12 Credit per Semester: 1.0 (Practical Arts or Elective)
Prerequisite: Video Game Design I, Computer Applications or Instructor Approval
Game Design II includes the design and creation of original games. Students will also learn how to create platform games with Fishpod, nature’s first platform game character, and recreate the classic game Zool (Ninja of the Nth Dimension). Basic programming with Game Maker Language scripts will extend and improve the drag-and-drop functionality of Game Maker. The course introduces
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GAME PROGRAMMING 1
Course Length: 1 Semester
Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit per semester: 1.0 (Computer Education, Practical Arts, or Elective)
Prerequisite: None
Students will create multimedia applications that integrate game theory, programming, digital graphics and sound.
Students will learn new programming languages, develop environments and applications, and implement theories in game programming.
WEBSITE DESIGN
Course Length: 1 Semester
Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit per semester: 1.0 (Computer Education, Practical Arts or Elective)
Prerequisite: Computer Applications or instructor approval
This class covers the history of the Internet, types of web domains, and types of websites. It also focuses on the Internet as an extensive network of information resources and identifies it as an invaluable tool for businesses. HTML (Hypertext
Markup Language) coding, web site design software, services, production, current issues, and online distribution are covered as students produce their own web sites. This course emphasizes the development of technical writing skills and examines the opportunities and applications of multimedia for the Internet.