TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

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 inAlgebra I (314) or InstructorApproval 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: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: InstructorApproval (Semester Course) ½ Credit

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: 11, 12

Prerequisite: CAD I (Semester Course) ½ Credit

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: 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: InstructorApproval (Semester Course) ½ Credit

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.

851 ROBOTICS II

Grade: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Robotics I (Semester Course) ½ Credit

This course will build on the basic concepts mastered in Robotics I. Students will design, build, program, and test robots using the Arduino microcontroller. The Arduino IDE (a subset of the C++ programming language) will be used extensively in student projects. The basics of electrical wiring and building complex electronic circuits will be explored. Some use of hand-tools and small power tools may be required. The course will include real-world problem-solving challenges and challenge-based competitions. Lab Fee of $175 includes a student-built robot that students can keep at the end of the

semester.

854 PROGRAMMING IN JAVA(Dual Credit)

Grade: 11, 12

Prerequisite: InstructorApproval (Semester Course) ½ Credit

This course is an introductory programming course using the popular high level programming language Java. In addition to emphasizing basic logic, array structures, and sub-programs, students are introduced to Java’s object oriented programming nature. In addition, students may apply to earn dual credit to receive college credit through Lewis University.

868 ADVANCED PLACEMENT COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES 1 Credit

Grade: 11, 12

Prerequisite: Successful completion of another Technology course or InstructorApproval

AP Computer Science Principles offers a multidisciplinary approach to teaching the underlying principles of computation. The course will introduce students to the creative aspects of programming, abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, the Internet, cybersecurity concerns, and computing impacts. This course introduces students to the foundations of computer science with a focus on how computing powers the world. Along with the fundamentals of computing, you will learn to analyze data, create technology that has a practical impact, and gain a broader understanding of how computer science impacts people and society.