Technology

This course will introduce students to the basic elements and processes of drafting plans that are common to many industries, trades and occupations. Engineering design standards and techniques used in industry will be taught. This course will also encourage visual problem solving using various drawing techniques and modeling. The main areas of technical drawing and the elements of design will be included. Students will use drawings and construct scale models and prototypes to communicate ideas and develop solutions to real life situations. Standards and techniques used in engineering will be taught.

*Successful completion of this course may be used to fulfill the high school art or music graduation requirement.

This course will give students an understanding and appreciation of using computers to generate technical drawings. Students will use the AutoCAD program and be able to draw using 3D simulation and print their projects using a 3D printer. Units will include orthographic, isometric, cross-section and architectural drawing. Standards and techniques used in engineering will be taught.

This course is designed as a comprehensive study of the planning, designing and constructing of residences. It will provide an introductory experience in the complexities of the building construction industry. Included will be site plans, floor plans, elevations and interior design. Each student will plan and design their own home. Students will also be introduced to computer software for designing and generating architectural plans.

Climate change is a major problem… cleaner sources of energy are the solution.  This course will examine the effects of pollution on the environment and introduce students to clean energy alternatives.  We will discuss topics ranging from electric vehicles to hydro dams, and much more.  Projects will include the use of solar and wind energy as cleaner, more efficient sources of heat and electricity.  Join us if you want to learn about how these issues will impact our future and how you can be a part of the solution.

This course provides hands-on experience in the construction and manufacturing process. Topics will include resources, processes, products and impacts of manufacturing. Students will be introduced to various materials, tools, and assembly processes. Emphasis is placed on problem solving and peer collaboration. These courses are one semester each. Successful completion of part A is required to take part B.