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Computer Lab: Multimedia Edition
This course is project-based, utilizing numerous multimedia and Web-based technologies. With a focus on computer-generated projects, students will work individually or in groups with digital technologies and the internet. Student will gain expertise with a number of software packages, including software from the Adobe Creative Suites. Students will explore HTML, web design, web based presentation software, and other current topics. As a culminating project, students will develop a professional quality website.

Introduction to Computer Science:
This course serves as an introductory computer science course. The major thrust is on computer programming, using Python, Java, html, and drag-and-drop app development, though other computer science topics will be explored, such as human-computer interaction, problem solving, and computing applications.

Video Game Design
Make your own video game! Dive into the creative game-making process, from theory to project completion. Use current software to create complex, realistic video games, including health meters, collision detection, multiple levels, and character behaviors. Both 2-D and 3-D games will be created.

Microsoft IT Academy
The Microsoft IT Academy offers students access to official Microsoft course materials, and certifications. The focus of the course will be earning MOS certification in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, with ambitious students earning additional certificates in Access, Publisher, and Outlook. Throughout the duration of the course, students will have access to other Microsoft course materials, ranging from computer basics to high-level programming.