The Tech Design course is introduced to the grade 9's through the TIJ1O (Exploring Technologies).
For those who decide to take design even further the course is also offered in grade 10 (TDJ2O), 11 (TDJ3M) and 12 (TDJ4M). As the students move up in grade so does the complexity of their design challenges.
If you are up for challenging hands-on projects using computer software well Technological Design might be in your future. Click the courses located below in order to obtain more information about these exciting courses, you can always drop by room 230. That is where the creation takes place.
Grade 10
TDJ2O1
1 Credit
This course provides students with opportunities to apply a design process to meet a variety of technological challenges. Students will research projects, create designs, build models, and assess products and/or processes using appropriate tools, techniques, and strategies. Student projects may include designs for homes, vehicles, bridges, robotic arms, clothing, or other products. Students will develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to technological design, and will learn about secondary and postsecondary education and training leading to careers in the field.
Grade 11
TDJ3M1
1 Credit
This course examines how technological design is influenced by human, environmental, financial, and material requirements and resources. Students will research, design, build, and assess solutions that meet specific human needs, using working drawings and other communication methods to present their design ideas. They will develop an awareness of environmental, societal, and cultural issues related to technological design, and will explore career opportunities in the field, as well as the college and/or university program requirements for them.
Grade 12
TDJ4M1
1 Credit
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of design advocacy and marketing, while building on their design skills and their knowledge of professional design practices. Students will apply a systematic design process to research, design, build, and assess solutions that meet specific human needs, using illustrations, presentation drawings, and other communication methods to present their designs. Students will enhance their problemsolving and communication skills, and explore career opportunities and the postsecondary education and training requirements for them.
TDJ3M