Arts, A/V, Technology & Communications
The Arts, A/V Technology and Communications (AAVTC) Career Cluster focuses on careers in designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainment services. Careers in the AAVTC career cluster require a creative aptitude, a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong academic foundation, and a proficiency in oral and written communication.
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Level 1
Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications
Professional Communications Web Communications
Digital Communications in the 21st Century
Level 2
Audio/Video Production I/Lab
Digital Audio Technology I
Level 3
Audio Video Production II/Lab
Digital Audio Technology II
Level 4
Practicum in Audio/Video Production
Practicum in Digital Audio Technology
Practicum in Entrepreneurship
| HIGH SCHOOL / INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION | CERTIFICATE / LICENSE* | ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE | BACHELOR'S DEGREE | MASTER'S / DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Final Cut Pro X | Certified Video Engineer | Recording Arts Technology/ Technician | Recording Arts Technology/ Technician | Communications Technology/ Technician |
| Apple Logic Pro X | Commercial Audio Technician | Cinematography and Film/ Video Production | Cinematography and Film/ Video Production | Cinematography and Film/ Video Production |
| Adobe Certified Associate Premiere Pro | Certified AM Directional Specialist | Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/ Technician | Radio and Television | Radio and Television |
| Adobe Certified Associate Certifications | Certified Broadcast Radio Engineer | Music Technology | Agricultural Communication/ Journalism | Agricultural Communication/ Journalism |
| Occupations | Median Wage | Annual Openings | % Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sound Engineering Technicians | $39,562 | 79 | 27% |
| Camera Operators, Television, Video and Motion Picture | $50,024 | 129 | 9% |
| Audio and Video Equipment Technicians | $40,581 | 757 | 29% |
| Film and Video Editors | $47,382 | 118 | 23% |
Work-Based Learning and Expanded Learning Opportunities
| Exploration Activities: | Work-Based Learning Activities: |
|---|---|
| Shadow a production team Participate in SkillsUSA or TSA |
Intern at a local television station or video production company Work with a local company on a project |
The Digital Communications program of study explores the occupations and educational opportunities associated with the production of audio and visual media formats for various purposes, such as TV broadcasts, advertising, video production, or motion pictures. This program of study may also include exploration into operating machines and equipment to record sound and images, such as microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, sound and mixing boards, and related electronic equipment.
The Arts, A/V Technology and Communications (AAVTC) Career Cluster focuses on careers in designing, producing, exhibiting, performing, writing, and publishing multimedia content including visual and performing arts and design, journalism, and entertainment services. Careers in the AAVTC career cluster require a creative aptitude, a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong academic foundation, and a proficiency in oral and written communication.
Course Information
| COURSE NAME | SERVICE ID | PREREQUISITES (PREQ) COREQUISITES (CREQ) |
GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principles of Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications |
13008200 (1 credit) | None | 9 |
| Professional Communications |
13009900 (.5 credits) | None | 9-12 |
| Web Communications |
03580810 (.5 credits) | None | 9 |
| Digital Communications in the 21st Century |
03580610 (1 credit) | None | 9-12 |
| Audio/Video Production I/Lab |
13008500 (1 credit) 13008510 (2 credits) | None | 10-12 |
| Digital Audio Technology I |
13009950 (1 credit) | None | 9-12 |
| Audio Video Production II/Lab |
13008600 (1 credit) 13008610 (2 credits) | PREQ: Audio/Video Production I | 10-12 |
| Digital Audio Technology II |
13009960 (1 credit) | PREQ: Digital Audio Technology I | 10-12 |
| Practicum in Audio/Video Production |
13008700 (2 credits) 13008705 (3 credits) 13008710 (2 credits) 13008715 (3 credits) |
PREQ: Audio/Video Production II/Lab | 11-12 |
| Practicum in Digital Audio Technology |
N1300996 (2 credits) | PREQ: Digital Audio Technology I & Digital Audio Technology II | 11-12 |
| Practicum in Entrepreneurship |
N1303425 (2 credits) | None | 11-12 |