Media Lab Courses — Newton South High School

Courses in the Media Lab

Digital Imagery (091)

Digital Imagery is a studio course in which students work primarily with Photoshop to learn visual expression and visual communication skills. Projects include manipulating visual reality and creating narratives. In addition, students use Final Cut Pro to create animated images that explore the elements of time and motion.

Web Animation (092)

Web Animation is a studio course in which students explore the power of 2D animation using Flash animation software. Projects emphasize learning how to create a clear an compelling communication through line, shape, color, text, rhythm, sound and motion.

3D Computer Imaging (093)

3D Computer Imaging enables students to create still three-dimensional scenes using the program Cinema 4D. Students learn how to visualize and navigate in 3D space, model 3D objects, compose surfaces and environments, and manipulate lighting and camera perspectives. The emphasis is on creative problem-solving in the three-dimensional realm.

3D Computer Animation (094)

3D Computer Animation makes full use of the animation capabilities of the 3D program Cinema 4D. Students learn basic principles of animation such as squash-and-stretch and exageration to make objects come to life. Students also invent machines that have specific, but non-practical purposes

3D Computer Animation and the Human Body (095-7)

3D Computer Animation and the Human Body brings the excitement of 3D computer modeling and animation to the study of the human body. Students examine the structure and movement of the human form. The goal is to investigate who we are beneath the skin. In projects such as "Alien Biology" and "Muscle Machines," students use both factual and imaginative approaches to exploring the human body.

Media Studio (098-9)

Media Studio enables students to investigate a wide range of new media including 3D animation, 2D Flash animation, digital video, Photoshop, and web design. Students work on individual and/or group projects using the media of their choice.

Web Design (131)

Web Design provides students with an introduction to HTML and instruction in the software Dreamweaver and Photoshop. Students work in a collaborative environment to learn visual communication skills, creative problem-solving, trouble-shooting, and project management.






			Courses in the Media Lab Digital Imagery (091) Digital Imagery is a studio course in which students work primarily with Photoshop to learn visual expression and visual communication skills. Projects include manipulating visual reality and creating narratives. In addition, students use Final Cut Pro to create animated images that explore the elements of time and motion. Web Animation (092) Web Animation is a studio course in which students explore the power of 2D animation using Flash animation software. Projects emphasize learning how to create a clear an compelling communication through line, shape, color, text, rhythm, sound and motion. 3D Computer Imaging (093) 3D Computer Imaging enables students to create still three-dimensional scenes using the program Cinema 4D. Students learn how to visualize and navigate in 3D space, model 3D objects, compose surfaces and environments, and manipulate lighting and camera perspectives. The emphasis is on creative problem-solving in the three-dimensional realm. 3D Computer Animation (094) 3D Computer Animation makes full use of the animation capabilities of the 3D program Cinema 4D. Students learn basic principles of animation such as squash-and-stretch and exageration to make objects come to life. Students also invent machines that have specific, but non-practical purposes 3D Computer Animation and the Human Body (095-7) 3D Computer Animation and the Human Body brings the excitement of 3D computer modeling and animation to the study of the human body. Students examine the structure and movement of the human form. The goal is to investigate who we are beneath the skin. In projects such as "Alien Biology" and "Muscle Machines," students use both factual and imaginative approaches to exploring the human body. Media Studio (098-9) Media Studio enables students to investigate a wide range of new media including 3D animation, 2D Flash animation, digital video, Photoshop, and web design. Students work on individual and/or group projects using the media of their choice. Web Design (131) Web Design provides students with an introduction to HTML and instruction in the software Dreamweaver and Photoshop. Students work in a collaborative environment to learn visual communication skills, creative problem-solving, trouble-shooting, and project management.