COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

Course Code: TGJ4M

Description/Rationale

This course examines communications systems and design and production processes in the area of electronic, live, recorded, and graphic communications. Students will create, manage and distribute complex electronic, graphic, recorded or audio-visual projects independently and in project teams. Students will also study the industry standards and regulations and health and safety issues, the importance of lifelong learning, and the impact of communications technology on society and the environment.

Course Evaluation

Term Assessment 70% (Assignments=20%, Practical Application=35%, Tests=15%)

Final Summative Assessment 30%

Course Requirements

All equipment and materials for a variety of projects will be provided. There is a $10 course fee to help cover the costs of items such as tapes, CD's DVD and photo supplies. Please pay this fee before the end of the first week of class. Students are required to have a binder or labeled section of a larger binder for

class notes and handouts.

Course Expectations

TGJ4M is a project based course. Students are responsible for the production of the video morning announcements on a rotating basis. Students are expected to act safely and responsibly at all time.  Attendance and punctuality are very important. Because students are working on a variety of projects at a time, students are expected to organize their time effectively.

• Attend class regularly.

• Arrive on time with appropriate materials, ready to work.

• Behave in a courteous, considerate and respectful manner towards other students and the teacher.

• Treat all school equipment with care at all times. This includes not bringing food or drink into the computer lab. Any malicious damage to school equipment will result in immediate removal from the classroom.

• All work should demonstrate thoughtfulness, care and an attention to detail.

• If you know in advance that you will be absent for a test or a submission due date, you are expected to discuss the circumstances with your teacher and make alternative arrangements ahead of time.

• All assignments are due at the beginning of class on the assigned day. If you do not complete the work you may be asked to attend Study Hall after school to do so. If, despite intervention on the part of your teacher, you do not submit work in a timely manner, your teacher may deduct 5% of the achieved grade per school day up to a maximum of 25% of the achieved grade, giving consideration to individual student needs and circumstances.