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The 'Introduction to Communications' course offered by the Indiana Department of Education. The course focuses on identifying and using modern communication tools, materials, and techniques to design, produce, use, and assess various communication systems. Students will explore mass media communication processes, including radio and television broadcasting, publishing and printing activities, telecommunication networks, recording services, computer and data processing networks, and other related systems. The document also covers the design process, historical impacts of communication technology, careers in communications, and technical graphics.
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Indiana Department of Education Academic Standards Course Framework
Introduction to Communications is a course that specializes in identifying and using modern communication to exchange messages and information. This course explores the application of the tools, materials, and techniques used to design, produce, use, and assess systems of communication. Students will produce graphic and electronic media as they apply communication technologies. This course will also explore the various technical processes used to link ideas and people through the use of electronic and graphic media. Major goals of this course include an overview of communication technology; the way it has evolved, how messages are designed and produced, and how people may profit from creating information services and products. Students will explore mass media communication processes including radio and television broadcasting, publishing and printing activities, telecommunication networks, recording services, computer and data processing networks, and other related systems. Students will use the design process to solve design projects in each communication area.
DOE Code: 4790 Recommended Grade Level: 10 Recommended Prerequisites: None Credits: 2 semester course, 2 semesters required, 1 credit per semester, maximum of 2 credits Fulfills a Directed Elective or Elective requirement for all diploma types
Application of Content and Multiple Hour Offerings Intensive laboratory applications are a component of this course and may be either school based or work based or a combination of the two. Work-based learning experiences should be in a closely related industry setting. Instructors shall have a standards-based training plan for students participating in work-based learning experiences.
Content Standards Domain – Design Concepts of Communication Fundamentals Core Standard 1 Students integrate design concepts within project solutions. Standards ICOM-1.1 Relate a communication model to any communication systems ICOM-1.2 Assess and understand the impacts of a communication product on individuals, society, and the environment ICOM-1.3 Design media following common rules for “good” visual layout ICOM-1.4 Describe the design principles and processes used to generate graphic media ICOM-1.5 Utilize design elements in projects Domain – Systems Model Core Standard 2 Students analyze the communication systems model and evaluate the need of a system or product. Standards ICOM-2.1 Define and describe communication systems
ICOM-2.2 Describe and define sending messages in the communication processes ICOM-2.3 Describe the major technological actions (developing, producing, using, and assessing) that people participate in as related to communication systems ICOM-2.4 Explain familiar electronic communication devices or networks using a systems model ICOM-2.5 Discuss the common techniques in transmission of messages ICOM-2.6 Describe the nature of messages and information signals
Domain – Problem Solving Approach Core Standard 3 Students select the problem solving process to develop the solution to a given project.
Standards ICOM-3.1 List the steps in the problem solving approach ICOM-3.2 Develop a statement that defines a problem or opportunity that could be addressed by a communication product ICOM-3.3 Develop and refine solutions to a communication problem or opportunity ICOM-3.4 Select and produce a communication product that meets a problem or opportunity
Domain – Historical Impacts/Achievements of Communication Fundamentals Core Standard 4 Students analyze the historical impacts of the past, has formed how communication technology is utilized today.
Standards ICOM-4.1 List several stages in the development of the computer and explain their significance ICOM-4.2 Analyze the historical development of the computer and it’s peripheral components ICOM-4.3 List and describe the important events in the evolution of communications technologies ICOM-4.4 Describe the importance of design in the development of the evolution of communication media and systems ICOM-4.5 Define communication and communication technology here today and in the past
Domain – Careers in Communications Core Standard 5 Students connect communication careers and future job outlook research.
Standards ICOM-5.1 Identify and describe careers in communications ICOM-5.2 Research college/technical schools for class requirements for a communications career major ICOM-5.3 Find communication career income information ICOM-5.4 Research current future job outlook
Domain – Utilization of Technical Graphics Core Standard 6 Students create technical drawings using appropriate technology.
Standards ICOM-6.1 Describe technical graphics and their use in communications ICOM-6.2 Identify and describe the major types of technical drawing ICOM-6.3 Prepare pictorial drawings of simple objects ICOM-6.4 Sketch and draw multiview drawings of simple objects ICOM-6.5 Describe and prepare simple oblique, isometric, perspective, and multiview drawings
ICOM-8.15 Discuss the impacts of electronic communication systems on individuals, communities, and the environment ICOM-8.16 Describe the difference between audio media and other forms of communication technology ICOM-8.17 Describe the importance of proper direction in electronic communication production activities ICOM-8.18 Plan and produce a radio commercial or podcast ICOM-8.19 List and describe examples of audio devices, systems, and technologies ICOM-8.20 Record, edit, save, and publish audio files ICOM-8.21 Identify and describe various computer input and output devices ICOM-8.22 Explain the advantages and disadvantages of global information networks ICOM-8.23 Utilization of government, public, and educational websites ICOM-8.24 Identify the steps in establishing a website
Career and Technical Student Organizations
Career and Technical Student Organizations are considered a powerful instructional tool when integrated into Career and Technical Education programs. They enhance the knowledge and skills students learn in a course by allowing a student to participate in a unique program of career and leadership development. Students should be encouraged to participate in a Career and Technical Student Organization, such as the Technology Student Association (TSA).