1750 Computer Applications
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: None
Meets requirement(s): Elective
Open to Grades: 9, 10, 11 & 12
This course introduces computer concepts and components as well as application suite software and the internet. Includes hands on experiences with word processing, spreadsheets, databases and operating environments. In addition to application software, students in this course will work collaboratively with their classmates using web-based applications.At FRHS, students have the opportunity to complete industry-recognized Microsoft Office Specialist certification exams with this course.
1750CEFRCC Computer Applications
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: None
Meets requirement(s): Elective
Open to Grades: 9, 10, 11 & 12
FRCC CIS 118 Intro to PC Applications - Introduces basic computer terminology file management and PC system components. Provides an overview of office application software including word processing spreadsheets databases and presentation graphics. Includes the use of a web browser to access the Internet. At FRHS, students have the opportunity to complete industry-recognized Microsoft Office Specialist certification exams with this course.
1751 Game Design and Development
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: None
Meets requirement(s): Fine & applied Arts
Open to Grades: 9, 10, 11 & 12
This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of computer game design and programming. Students will use Game Maker to design and program games at the beginner to intermediate level. Online tutorials, readings, and projects will cover various aspects of computer game design, production, and application. Students will be able to plan, design and create their own individual and collaborative game projects.
1754 Game Design 2
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: Game Design and Development
Meets requirement(s): Fine & Applied Arts
Open to Grades: 9, 10, 11 & 12
Game Design 2 is a computer game and mobile application design & programming course using open source applications and industry programming languages (Unity, MIT's App Inventor, etc.) to design and build computer games and applications for Android devices. Game Design 2 expands on programming concepts taught in Game Design Level 1. By the end of the course, students are able to design, build, test and successfully download games and applications for Android devices.
1766 Web Design 1
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: None
Meets requirement(s): Fine & Applied Arts
Open to Grades: 9, 10, 11 & 12
Students in this course will use computers and technology to gain proficiency in graphics and web design. Projects will include web pages for personal and educational use, compiled into an online portfolio. Additional topics will include html coding, graphics and design and manipulation, electronic correspondence, Internet literacy and multimedia authoring. Students will be expected to explain and model appropriate technology ethics. Software includes: Industry standard software Adobe Creative Cloud, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Fireworks and Flash.
1767 Web Design 2
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: Web Design 1 or Teacher approval
Meets requirement(s): Fine & Applied Arts
Open to grades: 9, 10, 11 & 12
Students in this course will use computers and technology to gain advanced skills in graphics and web design. This class is project based and students will have the opportunity to choose individual project topics. Topics covered in this class will include advanced practices, web site management and commercial implementation. At the conclusion of this class students will be able to create commercially viable websites and present themselves to the public in a professional, business-like manner. Students will be expected to explain and model appropriate technology ethics. Software includes: Industry standard software Adobe Creative Cloud, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Fireworks and Flash. Software certifications may be an option for students completing this course.
1767CEFRCC Web Design 2
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: Web Design 1 or Teacher Approval
Meets requirement(s): Fine & Applied Arts
Open to grades: 9, 10, 11 & 12
Students in this course will use computers and technology to gain advanced skills in graphics and web design. This class is project based and students will have the opportunity to choose individual project topics. Topics covered in this class will include advanced practices, web site management and commercial implementation. At the conclusion of this class students will be able to create commercially viable websites and present themselves to the public in a professional, business-like manner. Students will be expected to explain and model appropriate technology ethics. Software includes: Industry standard software Adobe Creative Cloud, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Fireworks and Flash. Software certifications may be an option for students completing this course.
6320 Introduction to Computer Science
Credits: 5
Prerequisites: None
Meets requirement(s): Elective
Open to Grades: 10, 11 & 12
Introduction to Computer Science is designed to provide the student with an introduction to computer programming techniques and acquaint him/her with the Java language and operating system. The course topics follow the AP Computer Science A syllabus and students have the option of continuing their enrollment in the second semester with AP Computer Science A to prepare for the AP exam in May. Some of the topics included are data types, control structures, class design, and list processing.
At FRHS: Students can take the FRCC Computer Science (9723CEFRCC) as the 2nd semester sequence of this class.
6331 AP Computer Science Principles
Credits: 10
Prerequisites: Algebra 1
Meets requirement(s): Elective
Open to Grades: 10, 11 & 12
AP Computer Science Principles introduces students to the central ideas of computer science, instilling the ideas and practices of computational thinking and inviting students to understand how computing changes the world. The rigorous course promotes deep learning of computational content, develops computational thinking skills, and engages students in the creative aspects of the field.
At FRHS: The AP Computer Science Principles course is designed to be equivalent to an introductory college computing course.
To appeal to a broader audience, including those often underrepresented in computing, this course emphasizes the vital impact advances in computing have on people and society. The course goes beyond the study of machines and systems and gives students the opportunity to investigate computing innovations that span a variety of interests and to examine the ethical implications of these new technologies.
This new AP Computer Science Principles course is complementary to AP Computer Science A. Students can take these courses in any order or at the same time, as schedules permit. Both courses include rigorous computer science content and skills that can be built on to complete further science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and computing studies.