1374 Film Studies: Intro to Film Analysis
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisites: None
Meets requirements: 1, 5
The focus of the course will be the academic study of film. The goal is for students to become active, analytical viewers of film. To this end, students will be exposed to the elements of narrative film-making as well as an overview of the history of film with an emphasis on cinematic classics. Students will read extensively on film craft, history, and criticism. They will also read and analyze a novel that has been adapted for the screen with the purpose of comparing and contrasting the narrative techniques of the different mediums. Students will write in a variety of compositional modes including but not limited to: analytical/interpretive, compare/contrast, research/argumentation, critical reviews, etc. Visual media has become pervasive in American society and there is a need to instruct our students to become critical, discerning viewers of this powerful medium.
2778 History of Rock & Roll
2778CEFRCC History of Rock & Roll
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None
Meets requirements: 1, 5
(Potential Concurrent Enrollment Offered)
FRCC MUS 126 History of Rock and Roll: Provides a survey of the history and literature of American Popular Music from 1600 to the present. Through the study of the many ethnic influences that contribute to the diverse musical landscape of American Popular Music the students acquire an appreciation of this rich musical heritage. These musical styles have evolved out of the diversity in America and are performed and enjoyed throughout the world.
2985 Music Theory and Composition
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: Participation in a music course or Instructor Approval, Grades 9 or 10
Meets requirements: 1, 5
ALSO meets Level 4 & 5 Performing Arts requirement for MYP students
A semester introductory course of traditional western music theory. Course encompasses harmony, melody, music literacy, and composition.
**At PHS, this class is a prerequisite for IB Music HL/SL.
3810 World Humanities: Africa and Americas
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None, **At PHS, Grade 12
Meets requirements: 1, 5
This semester class explores the world views and creative arts of the cultures in Africa and the Americas. The course will include, but not be limited to, the study of history, philosophy, religion, literature, and the arts. Study will include relating events and concepts of Africa and the Americas with those of Western Civilization.
3740 American Humanities
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None, **At PHS, Grade 12
Meets requirements: 1, 5
This class combines United States history, humanities, and United States literature. Students are encouraged to explore their roles in the community while improving skills in written and oral communication. The study incorporates art, music, and current events within historical units.
**At PHS, this semester class explores the cultures of the United States through the study of the humanities. Students use critical thinking, self-assessment, reasoning, problem-solving, collaboration, research, and investigation to make connections with society. Students develop critical thinking, reading, writing, and speaking skills throughout the course. This course includes, but is not limited to, the study of history, geography, literature, architecture, and the arts.
3770 Classical Humanities
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None, **At PHS, Grades 12
Meets requirements: 1, 5
Students will study the history of Western Civilization through the literary, philosophical, and artistic expressions of major historical periods. Students will examine a variety of responses to the universal questions that humans have explored through the humanities. The course will include Ancient Greece and Rome, Hebrew thought, the Christian Middle Ages, and European Renaissance and Reformation.
5581 Theatre
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None, Grade 9 or 10
Meets requirements: 1, 5, 7
Meets Level 4 Arts requirement for MYP students.
A semester introductory course of theatre study including theatre history from ancient to modern times. Students are introduced to practical knowledge/experience in all aspects of theatre: play analysis, acting, technical theatre (set design/construction, lighting, make-up and costuming).
**At PHS, the course includes directing and improvisation.
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisites: None
Meets requirements: 1, 5
The focus of the course will be the academic study of film. The goal is for students to become active, analytical viewers of film. To this end, students will be exposed to the elements of narrative film-making as well as an overview of the history of film with an emphasis on cinematic classics. Students will read extensively on film craft, history, and criticism. They will also read and analyze a novel that has been adapted for the screen with the purpose of comparing and contrasting the narrative techniques of the different mediums. Students will write in a variety of compositional modes including but not limited to: analytical/interpretive, compare/contrast, research/argumentation, critical reviews, etc. Visual media has become pervasive in American society and there is a need to instruct our students to become critical, discerning viewers of this powerful medium.
2778 History of Rock & Roll
2778CEFRCC History of Rock & Roll
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None
Meets requirements: 1, 5
(Potential Concurrent Enrollment Offered)
FRCC MUS 126 History of Rock and Roll: Provides a survey of the history and literature of American Popular Music from 1600 to the present. Through the study of the many ethnic influences that contribute to the diverse musical landscape of American Popular Music the students acquire an appreciation of this rich musical heritage. These musical styles have evolved out of the diversity in America and are performed and enjoyed throughout the world.
2985 Music Theory and Composition
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: Participation in a music course or Instructor Approval, Grades 9 or 10
Meets requirements: 1, 5
ALSO meets Level 4 & 5 Performing Arts requirement for MYP students
A semester introductory course of traditional western music theory. Course encompasses harmony, melody, music literacy, and composition.
**At PHS, this class is a prerequisite for IB Music HL/SL.
3810 World Humanities: Africa and Americas
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None, **At PHS, Grade 12
Meets requirements: 1, 5
This semester class explores the world views and creative arts of the cultures in Africa and the Americas. The course will include, but not be limited to, the study of history, philosophy, religion, literature, and the arts. Study will include relating events and concepts of Africa and the Americas with those of Western Civilization.
3740 American Humanities
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None, **At PHS, Grade 12
Meets requirements: 1, 5
This class combines United States history, humanities, and United States literature. Students are encouraged to explore their roles in the community while improving skills in written and oral communication. The study incorporates art, music, and current events within historical units.
**At PHS, this semester class explores the cultures of the United States through the study of the humanities. Students use critical thinking, self-assessment, reasoning, problem-solving, collaboration, research, and investigation to make connections with society. Students develop critical thinking, reading, writing, and speaking skills throughout the course. This course includes, but is not limited to, the study of history, geography, literature, architecture, and the arts.
3770 Classical Humanities
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None, **At PHS, Grades 12
Meets requirements: 1, 5
Students will study the history of Western Civilization through the literary, philosophical, and artistic expressions of major historical periods. Students will examine a variety of responses to the universal questions that humans have explored through the humanities. The course will include Ancient Greece and Rome, Hebrew thought, the Christian Middle Ages, and European Renaissance and Reformation.
5581 Theatre
Number of semesters: 1 (5 credits)
Prerequisite: None, Grade 9 or 10
Meets requirements: 1, 5, 7
Meets Level 4 Arts requirement for MYP students.
A semester introductory course of theatre study including theatre history from ancient to modern times. Students are introduced to practical knowledge/experience in all aspects of theatre: play analysis, acting, technical theatre (set design/construction, lighting, make-up and costuming).
**At PHS, the course includes directing and improvisation.