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Academic Decathlon

Gerald Wichlacz

Gerald Wichlacz
Computer Science Teacher
Academic Decathlon Coach
Deerfield High School
300 Simonson Blvd.
Deerfield, WI 53531
608-764-5431 ext. 1139

wichlaczg@deerfield.k12.wi.us

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Computer Science

Listed below are short descriptions of the various Computer Science courses that are offered at Deerfield High School. Clicking on the name of the course will take you to that course's web site where you can find out more about the course. If you are asked to log in, click on the enter as guest button. You will be able to see all of the resources but will not be allowed to take tests or submit assignments. Please contact me with questions, comments or suggestions. Gerald Wichlacz

APPLIED DIGITAL MULTIMEDIA 1/2 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 No Pre-requisites

WDEE 4 StudioIn Applied Digital Multimedia, students begin by learning how to use picture editing software such as Photoshop and Gimp. Following that, they are presented with an introduction to principles that make up a great picture. The students are now ready to learn about digital cameras and will spend a lot of time practicing the techniques they have been learning. The second half of the class deals with digital video. Students will learn about digital video cameras and video editing software such as iMovie. They will also work with audio editing software such as GarageBand and Audacity. The course ends with the students doing a variety of projects that are designed to showcase the student's talents by using all of the software and techniques covered in the class. This course is intensely hands-on and emphasizes the "how to" aspects of digital multimedia.

ADVANCED APPLIED DIGITAL MULTIMEDIA 1/2 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Pre-requisites: Applied Digital Multimedia
Computer Lab iMacs 2Students begin with a quick review of Photoshop and a few new topics. They quickly move on to learning how to use advanced video editing software such as Final Cut Express. In addition, students will be introduced to some of the tools in the WDEE studio such as green screen effects, lighting and microphone use. Students will create various types of projects for print, web and video. Like Applied Digital Multimedia, this course is intensely hands-on and emphasizes the "how to" aspects of digital multimedia
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 1/2 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 No Pre-requisites
Topics covered in Computer Applications include:  The history of computers, how computers work, the internet and search engines, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation software, careers in computer technology field and the social and ethical issues surrounding computer use. Students also are introduced to several drawing and painting programs, open source software,.programming and even a few games. This is a required course for those students who did not earn at least a C in Middle School Computer Applications.
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING WITH THE C LANGUAGES - COURSE I 1/2 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 Pre-requisites: Approval of Instructor, Introduction to Programming With Java

WDEE 4 Studio backStudents in this course will learn about a variety of C languages. We will investigate C, C++, Objective C and Cocoa. As students will already have the fundamentals of programming from their Java course, this course will allow them to investigate how these other languages differ from Java. We will be working with a high level IDE and will be writing full stand-alone programs with graphical user interfaces. Students will need to work in small groups as well as individually.

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING WITH THE C LANGUAGES - COURSE II 1/2 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 Pre-requisites: Approval of Instructor, Computer Programming With The C Languages - Course I

This course continues where Course I ends. We will be taking a look at more advanced topics such as files, arrays and user-defined classes. The programs that will be worked on will be more complex with more elaborate graphical user interfaces. Student assignments will include both individual as well as small group projects.

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER PROGRAMMING WITH JAVA 1/2 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Pre-requisites: Approval of Instructor

Computer Lab old imacsLearning how to program a computer can be very exciting. It can also be extremely confusing. This course is designed to keep the confusion to a minimum and the excitement to a maximum. Students are introduced to the priciples of programming using a fun, animated 3-D program called Alice. Working off of what they have learned in Alice, students are introduced to a number of tools a java programmer can use. Using simple examples, the students will quickly be writing desktop applications and web applets. The best way to learn programming is to practice programming, so lectures are kept as short as possible so that students can have a lot of time to work on the computer.

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING WITH JAVA - COURSE II 1/2 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Pre-requisites: Approval of Instructor, Introduction to Computer Programming With Java.

Course II adds some more advanced topics such as file input and output, sound and animation. Students will need to choose a project to program such as a break-out game and will spend a lot of class time working on their program.

DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION 1/2 Credit Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Pre-requisites: Applied Digital Multimedia. (Advanced Applied Digital Multimedia suggested.)

WDEE 4 Control RoomStudents will learn how to use all of the equipment and software needed to produce a video program. All aspects of video production, from lighting and camera work to sound and on-air personalities will be covered. Students will produce video productions for Deerfield Cable Channel 4 as well as other special projects. Much of the class will be held in the WDEE Cable Channel 4 studio with students using the production equipment supplied by Deerfield Cable 4.

INDEPENDENT COMPUTER PROGRAMMING 1/2 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 Pre-requisites: Computer Programming With The C Languages-Course II or Computer Programming With Java-Course II.

Students in Independent Computer Programming will work on developing a program of their choosing.  Prior to signing up for a course, the student must meet with the instructor to discuss their plans for their program, and then develop a timeline for completion of various aspects of the program.

INDEPENDENT DIGITAL MULTIMEDIA 1/2 Credit Grades 10, 11, 12 Pre-requisites: Digital Video Production and Instructor Consent

WDEE 4 Control Room Editing StationStudents in Independent Digital Multimedia will work on Projects of their choosing to help them master either still picture or movie editing programs.  Prior to signing up for the course, the student must meet with the instructor to discuss their plans for their projects and then develop a timeline for completion of various aspects of the projects.

MIDDLE SCHOOL COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 12 Weeks Grade 7 No Pre-requisites

Topics covered in Middle School Computer Applications include:  The history of computers, how computers work, the internet and search engines, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation software, careers in computer technology field and the social and ethical issues surrounding computer use. Students earning a grade of C or better, will not be required to take Computer Applications in High School.

PROGRAMMING A PROJECT 1/2 Credit Grade 10, 11, 12 Pre-requisites:Computer Programming With The C Languages-Course II and Computer Programming With Java-Course II.

WDEE 4 Broadcasting TowerOn the first day of class, students will decide on a programming project.  Throughout the course, they will act as a group to plan and develop the project to completion.  This course will try to simulate as close as possible, real world practices of computer program development.  Extensive planning will be done in the first week.  Each student will select a different aspect of the program to work on.  Being able to work in a group and communicate clearly will be a necessity.  The final working program along with instructions on how to use it will be due on the last day of class.

WEB SITE DEVELOPMENT 1/2 Credit Grade 9, 10, 11, 12 No Pre-requisites:

Students in this course will learn what is required to create and maintain a good web site.  Design, navigation, and content will be discussed in-depth.  Students will learn and use HTML, XHTML, and CSS. They will also study dynamic web sites and be introduced to PHP, MySQL, XML, CGI, JavaScript and Java applets. 

 

2006-07 Academic Decathlon Team

Academic Decathlon

2006 -2007 was a very good year for the Academic Decathlon Team. They placed 3rd at the U.W - Whitewater Regional Competition and made their first appearance at the State Competition. At State, they placed 2nd in Division 4

Visit our web site to find out more about Academic Decathlon and take a look at our gallery of pictures. Please note that due to copyright regulations, you will not be able to visit our resource area.

Deerfield High School Academic Decathlon Web Site

Please contact me with comments, questions or suggestions. Gerald Wichlacz

 

 

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