Communication Systems
Course Description:
Communication Systems is a half-year, full credit course, taught by the Department of Technology in conjunction with the Art Department (Studio-In-Art) at John Jay. Upon completion of both Communication Systems and Studio-In-Art, students will receive credit in Technology and Art. Student’s NYS Regents Art/Music requirement will be fulfilled.
Course Objectives:
Students will develop computer vocabulary related to concepts, aesthetics, and technical skills related to communications. Students will understand societal needs and impacts communication systems have. Students will have a broader understanding of what technology is all about.
Topics Covered:
• Introduction to Technology Education, Communication Technology, and Communication Systems
• Inventions and Inventors related to the field of Communication Technology
• Visual Communication Systems
• Adobe Photoshop Poster Design
• Multimedia Presentation Techniques
• Digital Imaging
• Audio Communication Systems
• Audio Mixing in Sound Studio
• Audio Recording Techniques and Editing
• Audio/Video Communication Systems
• Introduction to Video Production
• Video Camera Shooting Techniques
• SoundFX for Special Effects in Video
• Sport and Activity Documentation
• Chroma Keying using Green Screen Technology
• Electronic Communication
• Satellite and GPS Technology
• Telecommunication Technologies
