TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION DEPARTMENT The aim of the Technology Education Department is two-fold. Our courses are designed to teach fundamental STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) skills in a variety of leading technology fields. The Technology Education Department also attempts to instill students with a sense of the ethical, moral, legal, and Christian implications of the technology that they use and the ways they use technology to create, communicate, and work. 814
INTRODUCTION TO TECHNOLOGY (Semester Course) Grade: 9 Prerequisite: Enrolled in Algebra I (314) or Instructor Approval
½ Credit
This hands-on STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics) course will provide an introduction to computer programming, engineering, and 3D design. This course is designed to give students a broad overview of trends, techniques, and tools in several STEM-fields with an emphasis on the digital technology employed in academic research as well as commercial and industrial projects. This is a project-based course with an emphasis on collaboration and teamwork. Multiple projects will be completed in programming, 3D design, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, robotics, and 3D design. 844
CAD I Grade: Prerequisite:
(Semester Course)
½ Credit
10, 11, 12 Instructor Approval
Students will learn to visualize and graphically describe two-dimensional and three-dimensional solutions to typical drafting and problems using multiple CAD (Computer Aided Design) software tools for drafting and design. This class is designed for students who wish to explore the areas of engineering, architecture, drafting, and other related fields. 845
CAD II Grade: Prerequisite:
(Semester Course)
½ Credit
11, 12 CAD I
Students will master advanced 3D design tools and techniques that build on concepts learned in CAD I. There will be an emphasis on real-world problem solving and the use of 3D printing to prototype and test student designs. This course will include collaborative projects that will involve students from other courses in our department. Students will explore advanced concepts in Architecture and Mechanical Engineering. Students will make extensive use of several 3D design software packages. 850
ROBOTICS I Grade: Prerequisite:
(Semester Course)
½ Credit
10, 11, 12 Instructor Approval
This hands-on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) course will provide an introduction to computer programming and robotics engineering. Students will learn to design, build, program, and test robots using the LEGO EV3 system. Basic engineering principles will be explored as well as basic programming concepts and techniques. Each student will build and program robots designed to accomplish specific tasks. The course will include real-world problem-solving challenges, and challengebased competitions. No previous programming experience is required.
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