Technology Education

In this foundation course, students learn the basic language of technical design, while they design, sketch, and make technical drawings, illustrations, models, or prototypes of real design problems. Students develop spatial ability as they apply mathematical concepts to visual representations. The course is especially recommended for future engineering and architecture students. Computer Aided Drafting/Design software, 3D rapid prototyping and project-based learning are the primary focus of the class. Prerequisites: None Grades: 9-12 Other Information: Students must provide their own external memory storage device.

Students will increase their understanding of technical drawing and design techniques by using graphic language for product design, technical illustration, evaluation of designs, and engineering drawings. Students will use computers, calculators, and descriptive geometry and adhere to established standards to solve design problems. They work in teams to design solutions for an identified need and to produce associated parts using a 3D printer. 

Prerequisites: Technical Drawing and Design (CAD) 

Grades: 10-12

Students explore architectural design foundations and increase understanding of working drawings, construction techniques, and codes regulating building design. They learn the design process and apply the elements and principles of design to architectural projects. Through producing models and illustrations of all aspects of a building, students create architectural design solutions using CADD (computer aided drafting and design). 

Prerequisites: Technical Drawing and Design or Engineering Explorations or Algebra I or a co-requisite of Geometry 

Grades: 9-12

In this project-based course, students will create innovative games through the application of graphic design, animation, audio, and writing skills. Students will analyze, design, prototype, and critique interactive games within a project management environment. 

Prerequisites: None 

Grades: 9-12

Television and Media Production I 

This course offers students an opportunity to study all aspects of video and media production, from planning and writing for production to operating studio and editing equipment. Students practice various methods of gathering news and information from individuals, research, and online resources. All students participate in a regular live TV broadcast. 

Prerequisites: None 

Grades: 9-12 

Television and Media Production II 

This course offers students a hands-on opportunity to study all aspects of video and media production. Students will conceptualize, plan, and contribute through all production phases: pre-production, production, and post-production. In addition, students will practice various methods of gathering and recording information and creating novel content to create a variety of video and media productions while operating studio editing software and video and audio equipment. 

Prerequisites: Television and Media Production I 

Grades: 10-12 

Television and Media Production III 

This course builds upon knowledge and skills from Television and Media Production I and Television and Media Production II. Students will demonstrate mastery of in-depth concepts related to television and media production. Students will create original productions, assemble a professional digital portfolio, and investigate the dynamic nature of the television and media production industry. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High quality work-based learning will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students’ career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local business partners and professional organizations. 

Prerequisites: Television and Media Production II 

Grades: 11-12