Introduction to STEM Pathways
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Introduction to STEM Pathways Intelitek’s Introduction to STEM Pathways provides an easy-to-implement solution for delivering early engagement and discovery of science, technology, engineering and mathematics topics for middle and high school students. Using multiple instructional strategies including activity-based learning and immersive e-learning, students explore technology, examine science and math concepts and investigate careers in STEM. The standards-based curriculum emphasizes 21st Century skills including teamwork, leadership and creative problem-solving skills. Relevant topics like robotics, energy systems and transportation help students see the connection between STEM and the world around them.
Start with the requisite Foundations of STEM course, then mix and match courses to build a flexible program for STEM exploration!
Foundations of STEM Classroom Management System Engineering Design Process Careers in STEM Project-based Learning Optional Courses: Intro to Competitive Robotics Robotic Assembly Programming Classroom Competitions
Innovation and Invention Transportation Technology Aerospace Automotive Design
Intro to Communications Graphic Design Digital Photography Video Editing
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Alternative Energy Green Construction Conservation
Intro to Manufacturing Computer-aided Design Rapid Prototyping Advanced Manufacturing
Science & Technology Exploration Health Care Biotechnology
Energy Systems
The complete and flexible classroom solution Introduction to STEM Pathways makes implementation easy. Each 9-week course provides everything needed out of the box, ready to use. You can choose flexible packages based on your class size. You can customize your program by adding topics in any configuration to the requisite Foundations course. The curriculum works with any instructional method whether instructor-led, self-directed or collaborative.
Freeing teachers to focus on teaching The LearnMate® learning management system is included with the requisite Foundations course. LearnMate® enables consistent course delivery year-over-year across classrooms, schools and districts. With such an easy-to-use tool to handle time-consuming administrative tasks, teachers are free to focus on individual students. Easy setup of courses and students saves time, while robust reporting and real-time feedback on student progress empowers teachers with valuable information to maximize their effectiveness.
Your total STEM outfitters Intelitek provides you with a complete one-stop-shop solution for your program. We provide everything you need for a complete solution, from simple ordering to installation and support after the sale, all from the same source. We also provide professional development and training as a resource to ensure you achieve the best possible results for your students. Best of all, our solutions are cost-effective and flexible enough to work with any budget.
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Consistent program delivery across organizations and semesters.
Curriculum aligned to STEM, Technology and Common Core
Easy-to-use classroom setup, management and grading enables teachers to focus on student outcomes.
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45 hours of content per course - perfect for a 9-week program.
Integrated learning activities with all the components you need,
Interactive e-learning content with video, engaging simulations
Flexible, customizable packages for varying class sizes and length.
Integrated software launches directly from browser.
Curriculum designed for any instructional strategy or teaching
Hardware packages for 2, 10, 20 and 30 students.
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Interactive e-learning format engages digital-native students Robust assessment and real-time student progress to identify learning gaps and validate your program.
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Program Overview Foundations of STEM Foundations of STEM is the prerequisite course in the Introduction to STEM Pathways program. Students are introduced to concepts of STEM through problem-based learning and hands-on activities. Engaging e-learning curriculum presents real-world challenges and explores STEM careers like design and engineering. Foundations of STEM includes the LearnMate® classroom management system which delivers curriculum, tracks student progress and enables assessments. Order #16-8180 Materials Included: LearnMate Learning Management System (LMS) E-learning Content: Introduction to Engineering (Virtual) Mechanisms (Virtual) Introduction to Industrial Design (Lab) Engineering Application Series (EAS) Projects Introduction to Industrial Design Course Materials Package Engineering Application Series (EAS) Project Materials Package
OPTIONAL COURSES Introduction to Competitive Robotics
Energy Systems
Introduction to Manufacturing
Students work in teams to program and build robots that can complete specific tasks and compete in classroom competitions. Order #16-8107:
Students explore various technologies in the relevant context of sustainable and alternative energy and use experiment kits to generate electricity and extract hydrogen. Order #16-8110:
Students explore manufacturing systems and processes using industry standard design software to create parts and learn about engraving as an introduction to concurrent engineering. Order #16-8182:
Materials Included: E-learning Content:
Materials Included:
Materials Included: E-learning Content: Introduction to Competitive Robotics & Programming (Lab)
E-learning Content:
Introduction to Green Technology (Lab)
Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing (Virtual)
EasyC®V4 for Cortex Software
Resource Conservation (Lab)
Rapid Prototyping and Concurrent Engineering (Virtual)
Introduction to Competitive Robotics VEX Materials Kit
Green Transportation (Lab)
Course Materials for 2, 10, 20, or 30 students:
Innovation and Invention Students learn about the history of various methods of transportation including land, sea, air and space and then connect with the technology through hands-on activities building gliders and rockets. Order #16-8136: Materials Included: E-learning Content: Introduction to Transportation Technology (Lab) Aviation (Lab) Aerospace (Lab) R&D Automotive (Lab) Course Materials for 2, 10, 20, or 30 students: Innovation and Invention Materials Package
Alternative Energy (Lab) Green Construction (Lab) Course Materials for 2, 10, 20, or 30 students: Renewable Energy Experiments (Lab) Energy Systems Materials Package
Exploring Communications Students study the history of media and its impact on society and use personalized activities like design and editing to create t-shirts. Order #16-8181: Materials Included: E-learning Content:
Science and Technology Exploration Unique courses allow students to explore the principles, practices and career opportunities of various STEM fields like health care and biotechnology. Health Care Order #16-8138: Materials Included: E-learning Content: Health Care (Lab) Health Care Materials Package - 2, 10, 20, or 30 Students
Biotechnology
Digital Video Editing (Lab)
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Digital Photo Editing (Lab) Course Materials for 2, 10, 20, or 30 students: Exploring Communications Materials Package
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(includes SpectraCAD Engraving Software)
Introduction to Communications (Lab)
Graphic Design (Lab)
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CAD with SpectraCAD Engraving (Virtual)
Materials Included: E-learning Content: Biotechnology (Lab) Biotechnology Materials Package - 2, 10, 20, or 30 Students
Foundations of STEM OVERVIEW
COMPONENTS
Our Foundations of STEM course is the cornerstone of the Introduction to STEM Pathways program. The exploratory course provides students with an engaging and motivating introduction to science, technology, engineering and math.
Order #16-8180 Materials Included: LearnMate Learning Management System (LMS) Windows LMS version installed on a single, dedicated local (customer’s) server. Installation Phone support and updates for one year. E-learning Content: Introduction to Engineering (Virtual) Mechanisms (Virtual) Introduction to Industrial Design (Lab) Engineering Application Series (EAS) Projects Engineering Application Series (EAS) Project Materials Package Introduction to Industrial Design Course Materials Package for 2, 10, 20 or 30 students: Protractors 12” metal rulers, Lab and challenge sheets
Students are introduced to STEM concepts through problem-based learning and hands-on activities covering relevant topics such as: History of Engineering and Technology. Careers in STEM. Engineering Design Process. Mechanical Principles. Rapid Prototyping.
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Foundations includes the LearnMate® classroom management system which delivers curriculum, tracks student progress, enables assessments and facilitates classroom management.
CONTENT TOPICS Duration: 45+ hours Introduction to Engineering
Introduction to Industrial Design Mechanisms
Engineering Application Series
Introduction to Engineering provides students an excellent overview of the field of engineering. Students explore the history of engineering, career choices and the engineering design process. Multilevel hands-on activities involve product design, career seeking and ethics. To conclude the course, a capstone project challenges students to explore engineering. Course Outline 1.1 (Core): Introduction to Engineering 1.2 (Activity): Engineering Contributions 1.3 (Core): Engineering in Society 1.4 (Activity): Engineering Ethics 1.5 (Core): Careers in Engineering 1.6 (Activity): Career Inquiry 1.7 (Core): Engineering Approaches to Product Design 1.8 (Activity): Paper Tower 1.9 (Core): Engineering Education Planning 1.10 (Project): Exploring Engineering
In the Introduction to Industrial Design course, students explore the history and role of industrial designers. The content delves into product design, reverse engineering, patents and engineering notebooks. Activities include redesigning a simple office supply product. Students also use design software to complete several projects. Course Outline Lesson 1: What is Industrial Design? Lesson 2: Technical Drawing Lesson 3: History of Product Design & How Products are Made Lesson 4: Reverse Engineering, Patents, & the Engineer’s Notebook Lesson 5: Human Factors Engineering Lesson 6: Rapid Prototyping Introduction to Industrial Design: Conclusion Challenge Section
The Engineering Application Series (EAS) is a collection of over 30 downloadable projects that you can add to your classroom. These activities enable open-ended project-based learning strategies that enhance the instructional experience for students. Downloadable EAS Projects: Airplane Launcher Balloon Racer Bathroom Redesign Movable Bridge Conveyor System - Automated Geothermal Heating/Cooling System Guitar Tuning Device Intelligent Green House Pneumatics Trainer Robotics Game/Event Smart House Solar Water Heater Sun Tracking Solar Panel Array Vending Machine Wind Turbine and more!
Mechanisms teaches the principles of mechanical power transmission and its application in industrial and everyday environments. Using interactive online curriculum, students work with over thirty simulated mechanical components including gears pulleys and levers to design working mechanical assemblies. Course Outline Activity 1: Getting Started Activity 2: First Class Levers Activity 3: Second Class Levers Activity 4: Third Class Levers Activity 5: Inclined Planes and Screws Activity 6: Wheels and Axles Activity 7: Pulleys Activity 8: Gears Activity 9: Gear Ratios Activity 10: Gear Trains Activity 11: Chain and Sprocket Drives Activity 12: Stepped Pulley and Belt Drives Activity 13: Block and Tackle Activity 14: Cams
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Introduction to Competitive Robotics OVERVIEW
COMPONENTS
Introduction to Competitive Robotics introduces students to the world of robotics. This exciting course delivers fundamental engineering concepts related to robotic design, construction and programming. Using the Vex® robotics system, students build and program a robot that uses gear trains, sensors and both operator and autonomous control. They then use the robot in team oriented activities and classroom competitions.
Order #16-8107: Materials Included: E-learning Content: Introduction to Competitive Robotics & Programming (Lab) EasyC®V4 for Cortex Software VEX Classroom and Competition Super Kit Clawbot Robot Kit (4 motors included) VEXnet System Bundle Additional 2-wire Motor 393 Robot Battery, Joystick Batteries and Chargers Mechatronics Add-On Kit (1 motor, 2 sensors included) Programming Add-On Kit (2 motors, 7 sensors included)
CONTENT TOPICS Duration: 30+ hours Introduction to Competitive Robotics
EasyC V4 Robotic Programming Software features: 10 Motor Ports (127 to -127 convention) 12 digital I/O with interrupt capabilities Graphical Display window for real time debugging and feedback On-Line Window can to manually test motors and sensors Label motor and I/O ports in the new configuration window for
Introduction to Competitive Robotics is a streamlined curriculum that brings the dynamic educational value of robotic competitions to high school and middle school classrooms. Consisting of fourteen hands-on activities covering robot assembly and programming enhanced by interactive media, videos and simulations, Introduction to Competitive Robotics fully immerses students in the world of engineering!
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Terminal window for simple feedback Configurable VEXnet or Crystal competition projects Simulate a VEXnet WiFi competition match with the Competition Switch Simulator
Course Outline
1.0: Building the BumperBot 2.0: Writing Your First Program 3.0: Programming in Autonomous 4.0: User Functions 5.0: Programming Operator Control 6.0: Adding a Bumper 7.0: BumperBot with Operator Control 8.0: Multiple Autonomous Modes 9.0: Robotic Arm
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10.0: Potentiometer 11.0: Line Followers 12.0: Ultrasonic Sensor 13.0: Wheel Encoders 14.0: Competitions
Add or Create custom libraries, header files, source files Customizable tabbed user interface Math function block to define advanced math functions Full Text Editor for advanced, customized programming Program a holonomic robot with one block of code Download to the robot over WiFi or directly via USB Take advantage of Windows 7 Aero feature
Innovation and Invention OVERVIEW
COMPONENTS
Innovation and Invention explores the relevant topic of transportation technologies. Students learn about the history of various methods of transportation including land, sea, air, and space. Students learn about careers in various transportation industries. Students connect with the technology through hands-on activities like building gliders, rockets, and CO2 dragsters.
Order #16-8136 Materials Included: E-learning Content: Introduction to Transportation Technology (Lab) Aviation (Lab) Aerospace (Lab) R&D Automotive (Lab) Transportation Technology Curriculum (TTC) Course Materials Package Includes the following for 2, 10, 20, or 30 Students: Flight Simulator X Standard software Flight sim yoke Pneumatic rocket launching assembly Estes sample rocket kit Hobby knife Cutting mat 12” Metal ruler VFR terminal chart, aviation Chicago Pipe cleaners (100-pack) Foam board 11x14 (2-pack) Wire cutters Nose cone materials assembly Roomarang 2 X 3/32” x 24” basswood sheet (15-pack) Colored pencils (36-pack) Brass fasteners (100-pack) and more!
CONTENT TOPICS Duration: 45-60 hours Introduction to Transportation
Aerospace
Aviation
Research And Design: Automotive
In Introduction to Transportation, students discover how land, air, marine, and space transportation help move people and materials. They explore the history and advancement of various transportation systems. Throughout the course, students also examine careers in the transportation and related fields. Course Outline Introduction to Transportation Lesson 1: Introduction Lesson 2: Getting from Here to There: The Development of Roads Lesson 3: Moving Vehicles Faster: Fluid Dynamics Lesson 4: Water Transportation Lesson 5: Moving Faster Still: Aerodynamics Lesson 6: The Great Unifier: Rail Transportation Lesson 7: The Mechanization of Transportation Lesson 8: Traveling with Freedom: The Automobile Lesson 9: Taking to the Skies: Air Transportation Lesson 10: Beyond Earth: Space Travel Lesson 11: Other Types of Transportation Lesson 12: The Global Positioning System: A New Way to Navigate
Aerospace explores the research and development of aircraft, aerospace history, industries and careers. Hands-on activities enable students to put into practice the research and design principles they learn throughout the course. Course Outline Lesson 1: Introduction to Aerospace Lesson 2: Getting Off the Ground - Aerospace Engineering Lesson 3: Air and Aircraft - The Earth’s Atmosphere Lesson 4: Keep Flying - Aeronautics Lesson 5: How We Fly - The Aerospace Industry Lesson 6: Designs on Space: Astronautics Lesson 7: What is Space? Lesson 8: Places in Space & How We’ve Gotten There Lesson 9: The Effects of Aerospace on Other Industries
In this course, students learn aviation principles and study the different forms of navigation. Students use a flight simulator to test flight physics and gain hands-on experience with flight control and navigation. Students also explore flight by examining aircraft components, reading a terminal area chart and creating their own flight scenario. Course Outline Lesson 1: Airplane Structure Lesson 2: The Physics of Flight Lesson 3: Flight Controls Lesson 4: Cockpit Instruments & Simple Plane Control Lesson 5: Navigation Lesson 6: Course and Heading Lesson 7: Landings Lesson 8: Flight Scenario Creation
In the Research And Design: Automotive course, students explore and apply the principles of design. Student examine fundamentals of automobile design, such as aerodynamics and energy efficiency. In hands-on activities, students explore the process used in industry to produce a marketable product and apply the design process to craft their own paper car. They also study the marketing process and design an advertisement for the paper car. Course Outline Lesson 1: The Fundamentals of Design Lesson 2: The Design Loop and Design Briefs Lesson 3: Automotive Technology and Design Lesson 4: Generating Ideas Lesson 5: Design Sketches Lesson 6: Aerodynamics and Wind Tunnel Lesson 7: Marketing Lesson 8: Advertising Lesson 9: Automobile Racing
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Energy Systems OVERVIEW
COMPONENTS
In this engaging course, students explore various technological systems in the relevant context of sustainable and alternative energy. Students discover how alternative resources such as solar, wind, nuclear and hydropower are used to produce energy. Students learn about hybrid vehicles and fuel sources such as hydrogen, electricity and ethanol. Students learn how construction and design methods are used to create energy-efficient buildings and how existing homes can be retrofitted to increase their energy-efficiency. Students investigate ways to protect the resources we harvest.
Order #16-8110: Materials Included: E-learning Content: Introduction to Green Technology (Lab) Resource Conservation (Lab) Green Transportation (Lab) Alternative Energy (Lab) Green Construction (Lab) GTC Renewable Energy Experiments (Lab) Green Technology Curriculum (GTC) Course Materials Package 2, 10, 20, or 30 students : Dynamo kinetic flashlight H-Racer V2 & hydrogen station kit World’s simplest motor Sunpower house Renewable energy monitor Rapitest soil test kit Conservation of Natural Resources (5 CDs) and more!
Using the supplied experiment kits, students generate electricity from renewable sources, design a solar energy system based on electricity needs and extract hydrogen from water by electrolysis.
CONTENT TOPICS Duration: 45-75 hours Introduction to Green Technology Introduction to Green Technology considers why research in sustainable and alternative energies is so important today. The threats to human and environmental health posed by fossil fuel consumption are explored. Course Outline Lesson 1: Natural Resources and Environmentalism Lesson 2: Pollution and its Effects Lesson 3: Sustainable and Unsustainable Energy; Fossil Fuels Lesson 4: The Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change Lesson 5: Efficiency and Alternative Energy
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Resource Conservation
Alternative Energy
Green Transportation
Green Construction
Resource Conservation investigates natural resources and how they are used in industry, agriculture and everyday life. It addresses our degree of dependence on the environment, and ways to protect resources. Students acquire an understanding of how technology and science play important roles in conserving, preserving, recycling and monitoring the health of the environment; assisting in the proper disposal of waste; and how to wisely use natural resources for the benefit of all. Course Outline Lesson 1: Natural and Renewable Resources Lesson 2: Nonrenewable Resources Lesson 3: Conservation in Industry Lesson 4: Conservation in Manufacturing Lesson 5: Waste Lesson 6: Soil Conservation Lesson 7: Water Conservation Lesson 8: Ecosystems Lesson 9: Wildlife Lesson 10: Conservation as a Community Effort
Alternative Energy explores scientific advances that are making alternative energy more affordable and efficient. Students discover how alternative resources such as solar, wind, nuclear and hydropower are used to produce energy. Relevant activities demonstrate how turbines generate electricity from renewable energy sources, such as moving air and water. Science and math objectives are addressed as students participate in activities such as calculating their own home’s electricity needs and designing a solar energy system based on those needs. Course Outline Lesson 1: Introduction to Energy Lesson 2: Energy Types and Electricity Lesson 3: Energy, the Environment, and Hydropower Lesson 4: Geothermal Energy Lesson 5: Wind Energy Lesson 6: Solar Energy and Career Connections Lesson 7: Solar Power and You Lesson 8: Nuclear Energy Lesson 9: Other Types of Alternative Energy
In the Green Transportation course, students learn about hybrid vehicles and vehicles powered by green fuel sources including hydrogen, electricity, and ethanol. Students conduct activities such as an electrolysis experiment that separates hydrogen from water. They also learn steps they can take now to reduce fuel consumption. Course Outline Lesson 1: The History of Transportation Lesson 2: Drilling and Refining Oil and the Internal Combustion Engine Lesson 3: Hydrogen and Electrolysis Lesson 4: Hydrogen Experiment and Electric Vehicles Lesson 5: Hybrid Vehicles Lesson 6: Transmissions and Hybrid Disadvantages Lesson 7: Alternative Fuels Lesson 8: Solar and Wind Energy in Transportation Lesson 9: Ways to Reduce Fuel Consumption Now
This course explores methods of construction and design used to create self-sustaining, energy-efficient structures. Students explore design strategies and technologies used for retrofitting a home to meet green concerns, as well as ways to design and construct a green home from the ground up. Students are introduced to passive solar heating and cooling systems, water temperature management, and various technologies that can harvest electricity for direct use. Additionally, students will investigate Energy Star, ecological building, and numerous careers in the green construction field. Course Outline: Lesson 1: Introduction to Energy Efficiency and Green Construction Lesson 2: Solar Home Planning Lesson 3: Shading Lesson 4: Glazing Lesson 5: Thermal Mass Lesson 6: Insulation Lesson 7: Integrated Passive Solar and Passive Solar Cooling Lesson 8: More Ways to Harvest Energy Lesson 9: Designing to Conserve Water
Exploring Communications OVERVIEW
COMPONENTS
In the Exploring Communications Technology course, students explore the history of various types of media and their impact on society. Students learn to edit digital video using the tools and techniques used by professional video editors. They investigate digital photography basics, such as digital camera features and operation, file formats and image quality. Photo editing and manipulation techniques are also examined.
Order #16-8181: Materials Included: E-learning Content: Introduction to Communications (Lab) Digital Video Editing (Lab) Digital Photo Editing (Lab) Graphic Design (Lab) Exploring Communications Course Materials Package 2, 10, 20, or 30 students: Pinnacle Studio HD Ultimate V15 Speakers, computer stereo Computer microphone DVD-R spindle 25-pack Printer/scanner/copier USB printer cable Cotton t-shirt (25-pack) Heat transfer press, t-shirt T-shirt transfer paper-inkjet and more!
Hands-on activities include building pinhole cameras, editing digital photos and video segments, designing graphics and applying graphics to a t-shirt.
CONTENT TOPICS Duration: 45+ hours Introduction to Communications
Digital Photo Editing
Graphic Design
Digital Video Editing
Introduction to Communications gives students an overview of communication, media creation, and the impact of media on society. Communication's history and purposes are the foundation of the course, focusing on how and why messages are sent to various types of audiences. Students focus specifically on design concepts and theories involved in graphic communications. The course addresses a spectrum of communication and media concepts including camera operation, the evolution of digital photography, the digital media revolution, and the relationship of audiences to a history of mediums, including telegraphy, radio and film. Course Outline Lesson 1: Basics of Communication Lesson 2: Design Concepts Lesson 3: Print and Photography Lesson 4: Digital Media Lesson 5: Distributing Media Introduction to Communications: Conclusion
The Digital Photo Editing course focuses on procedures for editing and manipulating digital photographs. The course uses graphic design software to explore basic editing techniques and tools. More complicated processes are introduced later in the course as students familiarize themselves with photo manipulation. By course completion, students will have experience with image editing techniques such as cropping, resizing, dodge and burn, adding and subtracting color and painting. Course Outline Lesson 1: Digital Photography Basics Lesson 2: Input, Process, and Output Lesson 3: Size Editing Lesson 4: Layers Lesson 5: Color and Desaturation Lesson 6: Text Digital Photo Editing: Conclusion Digital Photo Editing: Challenge Section
In the Graphic Design course, students explore color use and theory, typography, page layout, image resolution and more. They work with these concepts using in image editing software. They also design and create their own images, both on paper and digitally, for familiar print mediums such as flyers, posters, and billboards.
In the Digital Video Editing course, students study many of the tools and practices commonly used by professional video editors. This includes creating and editing video clips, inserting titles and still images, crafting transitions, using music and voiceovers and more. Students apply each new skill to producing a complete video. Course Outline Lesson 1: Introduction to Video Technology and Production Lesson 2: Trimming and Arranging Video Clips Lesson 3: Using Titles and Images Lesson 4: Text and Transitions Lesson 5: Types of Edits and Cuts Lesson 6: Picture-in-Picture Lesson 7: Music, Sound, and Voice-Overs Lesson 8: Creating DVD Menus Lesson 9: Making and Posting Videos for the Internet Lesson 10: High Definition Technology Digital Video Editing: Conclusion Challenge Section
Relevant projects include creating and printing a design on a T-shirt and designing advertisements for a school sports team, club or organization. Course Outline Lesson 1: Introduction to Graphic Design Lesson 2: Tools of the Trade Lesson 3: Typography Lesson 4: Color Lesson 5: Page Layout Lesson 6: Image Resolution and Size Lesson 7: Printmaking Graphic Design: Conclusion Graphic Design: Challenge Section
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Introduction To Manufacturing OVERVIEW
COMPONENTS
In this course, students explore automated manufacturing processes, manufacturing industries and career options. Students learn about the structure of a manufacturing company, rapid prototyping, 3D printing and concurrent engineering. Students learn how to use computer-aided design (CAD) software and apply design and manufacturing processes. Projects include planning a manufacturing company and designing prototypes and products and manufacturing parts.
Order #16-8182: Materials Included: E-learning Content: Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing (Virtual) Rapid Prototyping and Concurrent Engineering (Virtual) CAD with spectraCAD Engraving (Virtual) (includes spectraCAD/Engraving Software)
CONTENT TOPICS Duration: 45 hours Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing provides students a comprehensive overview of principles, processes and career choices in manufacturing. Hands-on activities in career seeking and planning a manufacturing company culminate in a capstone project in which students follow all the steps of the manufacturing process to produce a product. Course Outline 1.0 (Core): Introduction 2.0 (Core): Careers in Manufacturing 3.0 (Activity): Seeking a Manufacturing Career 4.0 (Core): The Manufacturing Company 5.0 (Activity): Planning & Staffing a Manufacturing Company 6.0 (Core): Manufacturing Processes 7.0 (Core): Computers in Manufacturing 8.0 (Core): Automation in Manufacturing 9.0 (Project): The Arrow Plane
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Rapid Prototyping and Concurrent Engineering
Computer-Aided Design with spectraCAD Engraver
Rapid Prototyping includes a comprehensive overview of the history of rapid prototyping and career choices in the field. Multilevel activities include creating prototypes from specifications using various rapid technologies. A capstone project challenges students to create and test a prototype using the rapid technology of their choice. Course Outline 1.1 (Core): Introduction to Prototyping 1.2 (Core): Rapid Prototyping Technologies 1.3 (Activity): Rapid Prototyping in Industry 1.4 (Core): Proof of Principle Prototypes 1.5 (Activity): Creating Simple Prototypes 1.6 (Core): Additive Processes 1.7 (Activity): Advanced Additive Prototyping 1.8 (Core): Subtractive Processes 1.9 (Activity): Advanced Subtractive Prototyping 1.10 (Core): Selecting A Rapid Prototyping Process 1.11 (Project): Creating a Solution
The CAD with spectraCAD Engraver course teaches computeraided design in a CAD-CAM environment. Students create two-dimensional drawings and convert the drawing into NC code. The lessons are rich in practical instruction on industry-relevant drawing practices. Students gain an appreciation of how CAD enables a manufacturer to design a prototype on a computer and then produce the part on a CNC (computer numeric control) machine. Course Outline Activity 1: Getting Started Activity 2: Using spectraCAD Activity 3: Managing Files Activity 4: Creating the LMC Project Activity 5: Drawing the M Activity 6: Drawing the C Activity 7: Speaker Design Project Activity 8: Creating the Speaker Cone Activity 9: Completing the Speaker Project Activity 10: spectraCAD Engraver Activity 11: Generating an NC File Activity 12: NC Files and Coding Activity 13: Pocketing Activity 14: Pocket Toolpaths and spectraCAM
Science and Technology Exploration Science and Technology Exploration consists of exploratory STEM topics you can mix and match to round out the opportunities you can offer students. By adding individual topics like health care and biotechnology into your program, you can deliver an even broader exposure to the rewarding educational opportunities and careers available in STEM fields.
Health Care
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Health Care is an exploratory course that introduces students to the principles and practices of health care, giving an overview of career opportunities available in the field. Ethical and legal issues are also discussed, encouraging critical thinking skills and introspection. Students explore several health professions and practice some of the skills necessary for those professions.
Order #16-8138: Materials Included: E-learning Content: Health Care (Lab) Health Care Course Materials Package - 2, 10, 20, or 30 Students Eye chart, Snellen Thermometer, oral digital Athletic tape, 1 roll Scissors, bandage Health CD V2 Blood pressure / pulse meter Tooth anatomy worksheets Toothbrush, disposable, pre-pasted and more!
CONTENT TOPICS Duration: 15+ hours Course Outline Lesson 1: Health, Wellness, and Basic Human Anatomy Lesson 2: Pathology and the Lymphatic and Immune Systems Lesson 3: The Circulatory System and First Aid Lesson 4: Pharmacology and the Endocrine System
Lesson 5: Exercise and Nutrition and the Muscular System Lesson 6: Dentistry and Dental Health Lesson 7: The Sensory System Lesson 8: Mental Health and Teen Issues Lesson 9: Alternative Medicine and the Skeletal System
Biotechnology
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COMPONENTS
Biotechnology explores how the use and manipulation of cells and genetic materials affects our lives on a daily basis, the industry it has created and the range of careers available in the field. The course also examines several fields that use biotechnology, including medical, agricultural, industrial and forensic science. Bioethics and legal issues are also discussed, encouraging critical thinking skills and introspection.
Order #16-8137: Materials Included: E-learning Content: Biotechnology (Lab) Biotechnology Course Materials Package - 2, 10, 20, or 30 Students DNA fingerprinting simu-gel Strawberry DNA extraction kit (32-pack) Genetics CD V2 Biotech DNA assembly DNA model kit (12-pack) and more!
CONTENT TOPICS Duration: 15+ hours Course Outline Lesson 1: What is Biotechnology? Lesson 2: Biotechnology History and Cells Lesson 3: Building a Cell Lesson 4: DNA Processes and Structure Lesson 5: Ethics and the Human Genome Project
Lesson 6: Cloning and Stem Cell Research Lesson 7: Forensic Science and DNA Lesson 8: Biotechnology in Agriculture and Industry Lesson 9: DNA Extraction (800) 221-2763
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