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Course List
Technology Education
– Grades 7-8; Two semesters
An overview course designed to increase the student’s
understanding of the development and use of technology. The
course provides an introduction to technology in the areas of
communication, computer applications, energy, power, transportation,
and manufacturing. Using hands-on problem solving and creative
activities, students develop an understanding of technology
and its impacts. Activities may include designing and making
products, assessing technology, constructing models, using computers,
investigating solar energy, and using tools and machines.
Exploring Communication Technology
– Grades 7-8; One semester
An overview course designed to provide an investigation of the
types of activities performed in the communication industry.
Through lab experiences students explore the skills and technologies
of this industry. Instruction includes the application of appropriate
technology, the design of products and services, emerging and
innovative technologies, safety and maintenance of technology,
marketing, technology-related careers, codes, laws, and standards.
Activities may include developing images, photography, desktop
publishing, video production, drafting, and printing.
Exploring Computer Applications
– Grades 7-8; One semester
An exploratory course designed to provide an investigation of
the types of
activities performed by computers in industry. Content includes
the application of appropriate technology, the design of products
and services, emerging and innovative technologies, safety,
maintenance of technology, marketing, technology-related careers, codes, laws and standards. Activities
may include desktop publishing, computer aided design and drafting,
computer animation, CNC programming, computer control, and robotics.
Exploring Construction Technology
– Grades 7-8; One semester
An exploratory course designed to provide an investigation of
the types of
activities performed in the construction industry. Through lab
experiences
students explore the skills and technologies of this industry.
Content includes
the application of technology, the design of products and services,
emerging
and innovative technologies, safety, maintenance of technology,
marketing, technology-related careers, codes, laws and standards.
Activities may include building models of buildings, using construction
tools and machines, and designing and building simple
structures.
Exploring Energy, Power and Transportation Technology
– Grades 7-8; One semester
An exploratory course designed to provide an investigation of
the types of
activities performed in the energy, power and transportation
industries. Through lab experiences students explore the skills
and technologies of this industry. Content includes the application
of technology, the design of products and services, emerging
and innovative technologies, safety, maintenance of technology,
marketing, technology-related careers, codes, laws and standards.
Activities may include building solar collectors, designing,
making and testing land and space vehicles, using pneumatic
and electrical devices, and research on alternative energy sources.
Exploring Manufacturing Technology
– Grades 7-8; One semester
An exploratory course designed to provide an investigation of
the types of
activities performed in the manufacturing industry. Through
lab experiences students explore the skills and technologies
of this industry. Content includes
the application of technology, the design of products and services,
emerging
and innovative technologies, safety, maintenance of technology,
marketing, technology-related careers, codes, laws and standards.
Activities may include designing and drafting, manufacturing
parts, using tools and machines, and
planning manufacturing projects.
Technology Systems
– Grades 9-12; Credit: 1
An overview course designed to introduce the application of
technology to solve problems and meet human needs and
wants. Students will study concepts about technological systems
and the influences these systems have at home, in communities,
and at work. Content includes the study of systems and applications
of technology, design/problem solving, evolving technologies,
safety, maintenance, entrepreneurship, leadership, careers,
and marketing. For technology applications credit, Technology
Systems (5415) must be taught in a computer-based modular lab
setting (Conrad, Molina and Roosevelt only)
Communication Systems
– Grades 9 -12; Credit: 1
An exploratory course focusing on the systems humans use to
compose, send, receive, and interpret information and ideas.
The emphasis is on visual and electronic communication technologies.
Students will explore the types of work performed in the communication
industries. Experiences may include technical sketching, computer
aided drafting, graphic design and reproduction, desktop publishing,
photography, video and audio recording, and microwave satellite
and laser transmission.
Communication Graphics
– Grades 10-12; Credit 1 Prerequisite: Technology Systems
recommended
A technical course designed to provide advanced knowledge and
skills acquisition of the contemporary resources, processes,
and impacts of graphic communications technology. This course
requires an extensive collection of computers to be used as
tools to solve problems related to graphic design, computerized
image composition, digital imaging, and printing by using computerized
layout and design techniques. This course is approved for Technology
Applications credit and must be taught in a computer-based lab
setting. Course number 5441 is not for technology applications
credit.
Engineering Graphics
– Grades 9-12; Credit: 1
A technical course in engineering geometry, multiview drawings,
sectioning,
pictorial representation, dimensioning, detail and assembly
drawings, reproduction of drawings, and selection of equipment
and supplies. Computers and CADD software should be an integral
part of instruction in this course and activities should include
extensive applications of CADD software to the solution of drafting
problems.
Engineering Principles
– Grades 9-12; Credit: 1
An overview course designed to introduce the concepts and practices
that
underlie careers in engineering and engineering technology.
The course integrates technology, mathematics, and science into
pre-engineering activities. Students acquire knowledge
and skills in engineering problem solving and explore requirements
for engineering careers.
Architectural Graphics
– Grades 9-12; Credit: 1
A technical course in principles of residential design, architectural
styles, and construction practices. Activities focus on the
development of original working drawings, presentation drawings,
and model building. Computers and CADD software should be an
integral part of instruction in this course, and activities
should include applications of CADD software to the solution
of architectural problems.
Construction Systems
– Grades 9-12; Credit: 1
An exploratory course which addresses the construction of residential
and civil structures. Students study and use common construction
tools, machines, materials, and processes. Experiences in planning
and controlling construction systems and projects allow students
to explore the organizational structures
and management strategies of the construction industry.
Problems and Solutions in Technology
– Grades 11-12; Credit: 1; Prerequisite: Two Tech Ed Courses
A research activity course which allows students to develop
advanced technical knowledge and skills in solving problems
in one or more of the technology systems of: communication;
computer applications; construction; energy, power and transportation;
electricity/electronics; and manufacturing.
Electricity/Electronics Technology
– Grades 9-12; Credit: 1
A technical course designed to introduce the concepts and application
of
electrical energy and electronics as a component of energy technology.
In the electricity component, the focus is on the characteristics,
generation, storage, distribution and application of electrical
energy. In the electronics component,
the focus is on the design, construction and application of
electronic devices and circuits. Practical applications include
breadboarding, problem solving, and the use of test equipment.
Manufacturing Systems
– Grades 9-12; Credit: 1
An exploratory course which addresses the knowledge and skills
important in manufacturing technology. Students study common
manufacturing tools,
machines, materials, and processes in the laboratory. Experiences
in planning
and controlling simulated manufacturing systems and projects
allow students to explore the organizational structures and
management strategies in manufacturing.
Manufacturing Technology
– Grades 9 -12; Credit: 1
A technical course which enhances the understanding of various
metallic and nonmetallic materials, processes, and products.
Materials studied may include polymers, ceramics, woods, composites,
and metals. Experiences include safety and instruction of tools
and machines associated with manufacturing.
Mathematical and scientific concepts are stressed as students
study various processes used for transforming materials into
products. Students study the
design of products, quality control, design of production tooling,
machine tool setups, and manufacturing systems.
Computer Applications
– Grades 9-12; Credit: 1
A course designed to explore the use of computers in the communication,
construction, energy, power, transportation, and manufacturing
fields. Activities include computer numerical control, programming,
computer aided drafting and design, telecommunications, desktop
publishing, 3-D design and animation, multimedia, and computer
control.This course is approved for Technology Applications
credit.
Computer Multimedia and Animation Technology
– Grades 10-12; Credit 1
Prerequisite: Technology Systems recommended
This course is approved for Tech. Applications credit and must
be taught in a computer-based lab setting. A technical course
designed to provide advanced knowledge and skills in the use
of computers for multimedia presentations and digital animation and introduces students to 3-D modeling and
rendering techniques and resources. This hands-on course allows
students to create, edit, and render characters, vehicles, scenes
or objects, and to design and produce multimedia presentations
that use images, video, and audio resources to deliver a message.
Offered at BTWHSVPA only.
Research, Design and Development
– Grades 11-12; Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Two Tech Ed courses
A research activity course designed to provide an opportunity
for research,
design and development activities in one or more of the technology
systems of: communication; computer applications; construction;
energy, power and transportation; electricity/electronics; and
manufacturing. Students pursue
new knowledge and solve real-world problems. Activities include
research, data collection, problem solving, designing, and developing
prototypes and working models. Students must have successfully
completed at least two prior Tech Ed courses. |
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