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Media Communications, one of the 17 majors currently being taught at Brooklyn Tech, focuses on teaching the design and technology skills suited for students interested in graphic design, film, 3D modeling and animation. Since the 2010-2011 school year, the major has undergone various changes. The AP Studio Art 2D and Graphic Design classes, for example, were replaced with Adobe Print Production. Adobe Certification Tests were also introduced, which enables students to become Adobe professionals. Starting 2013, the Media major will be divided into three separate courses: Adobe Print Production, Film and Animation. Below are in-depth descriptions of each course:
JUNIORS
Adobe Print Production
In this double period class, juniors will utilize Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign to create a wide range of graphic designs such as logos, book covers and posters. Students will also have to use their knowledge of the elements and principles of design in order to come up with creative solutions for their projects.
At the end of their first semester, juniors will have to take an Adobe Photoshop Certification Test. It is an online test that students may have to pay $120 to take.
In addition, students also have the option to create an AP Studio Art 2D Portfolio. The portfolio consists of 12 concentration pieces and 12 breadth pieces. A
