Technology
KEYBOARDING
Course: 521 Credit: .5 Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 |
Keyboarding is a recommended and popular high school business course that transforms student cell phone/tablet typing into standard home row QWERTY keyboard typing. The course focuses on basic typing proficiency - speed and accuracy; with a goal of achieving 35-40 correct words per minute by course completion. Most assignments are asynchronous classwork utilizing typing.com to track and manage student progress. Great course to help build student proficiency for typing academic papers in the future. No textbook or outside of class homework.
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Prerequisites: None
TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS
Course: 524 (Every day for one marking period) Credit: .25 Grade: 9, 10 |
The Technology Applications course provides students instruction in the application of computers, processes and systems used to solve problems in further academic study as well as the workplace. This course combines the knowledge of content, process, and skills to provide students with a holistic approach to learning and offers unique opportunities to apply numerous academic concepts through practical, hands-on applications.
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Prerequisites: None
DESIGN THINKING FOR INNOVATION
Course: 570 Credit: .5 Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 |
As society continues to grow, so do our problems. Students will learn to utilize a design process to help solve these real world problems.
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Prerequisites: None
DIGITAL PRODUCTION
Course: 571 Credit: 1 Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 |
This course will teach you the basics of media, digital video production and editing. You will get hands-on training in camera, sound, lighting, graphics, directing, recording, and editing, as well as script writing and on-air performance. Students will script, direct, shoot, and edit a number of productions for DTSD, including the daily HNN Student News (morning announcements) broadcast. Through this course, you will acquire the skill of learning how to create digital productions to meet a client's needs, as well skills in customer service and project management.
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Prerequisites: None
ENERGY POWER AND TRANSPORTATION TECHNOLOGY
Course: 808 Credit: .5 Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 |
Energy, Power and Transportation will provide a comprehensive study of the elements and concepts associated with Energy, Power and Transportation and their relationships to one another, the environment and their technological processes. The course will include individual and group classroom instruction and hands-on activities and projects to enhance the learning of the concepts and provide a strong emphasis on 21 century STEM/STEAM Initiative.
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Prerequisites: None
SURVEY OF ENGINEERING
Course: 809 Credit: .5 Grade: 11, 12 |
Students explore the varied engineering disciplines including the Big Four (Chemical, Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical) and some of their derivatives. The course will include both individual and group classroom instruction; exposure to the practices of real world engineers with an emphasis on project-based learning and a focus on the STEM/STEAM initiative.
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Prerequisites: Successful completion of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Pre-Calculus, Engineering Drawing 1
OR successful completion of Biology, Chemistry, Engineering Drawing 1, and concurrent enrollment in Pre-Calculus and Physics
OR successful completion of Biology, Chemistry, Engineering Drawing 1, and concurrent enrollment in Pre-Calculus and Physics
COMMUNICATING W/ DIGITAL MEDIA
Course: 810 Credit: .5 Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 |
This course introduces students to the concepts of Graphic Communications. Students will learn about the elements and principals of design, fundamental skills in the areas of illustration, desktop publishing, the principles of photography, fundamental camera techniques, and various printing processes.
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Prerequisites: None
TECH ED INDEPENDENT/UNITS STUDIES
Course: 811 Credit: .5 Grade: 11, 12 |
This course is designed for students who have had the pre-requisite courses of: Engineering Design I & II and Manufacturing Technology I & II. The course will allow for students to independently (or in small student group) select, investigate, research, design, manufacture and orally present assessed evidence of their chosen technology problem/project. The students will be implementing research, design and manufacturing skills, along with implementing state-of-the-art design software, manufacturing tools and equipment required for these 21st Century STEM initiatives. Students will also be implementing: Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking and Problem Solving throughout the course curriculum.
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Prerequisites: Engineering Design I & II, Manufacturing I & II
ENGINEERING DESIGN I
Course: 812 Credit: 1 Grade: 9, 10, 11 |
Utilization and Implementation of AutoDesk software as a means to introduce the design process and engineering principles. Introduction of AutoCAD for Mechanical Drawing and 3D Modeling. Use of other software for animation (3D Max), product development (Inventor and Fusion) will be utilized. The final portion of the course will focus on Architecture (Revit and Formit) to develop design, concepts and creation. Strong emphasis on STEM/SEAM problem solving, critical thinking, analytic thinking and creativity throughout the course. Some hands-on and 3D printing opportunities throughout each unit.
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Prerequisites: None
ENGINEERING DESIGN II
Course: 813 Credit: 1 Grade: 10, 11, 12 |
Utilization and implementation of CADD (Computer Aided Drawing & Design) throughout the course. Incorporation of Engineering Drawing I techniques and processes into select individual and group research projects. Advanced exposure to 3-D Modeling, Rendering and 3-D Visualization through the course. Design and assembly of advanced proto-type models to coincide with computer generated design projects. Implementation and usage of the Internet for in-depth project research and exploration. Incorporating the relationship of the course with the practices of business and industry through projects, research and periodic enrichment experiences throughout the school year. Strong emphasis on STEM/STEAM problem solving, critical thinking, analytic thinking and creativity throughout the course. Use of the AutoDesk Cad software programs throughout the course.
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Prerequisites: Completion of Engineering Design I
ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING AND DESIGN
Course: 814 Credit: 1 Grade: 11, 12 |
Utilization and implementation of CADD (Computer Aided Drawing & Design) throughout the course. Course includes the research and study of various facets of residential and commercial building structure principles and design. Layout and design of foundation, floor, wall, roof and elevation plans, through the use of 2-D and 3-D modeling, rendering and drawing techniques and processes. Design and assembly of prototype models to coincide with computer generated house and building plans. Implementation and usage of the internet for in-depth project research and exploration. Incorporating the relationship of the course with the practices of business and industry through projects, research and periodic enrichment experiences throughout the school year. Strong emphasis on problem solving, critical thinking, analytic thinking and creativity throughout the course.
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Prerequisites: Engineering Design II (or by selective arrangement)
MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY I
Course: 817 Credit: .5 Grade: 10, 11, 12 |
Students explore the production of products. Several products will be produced. Instruction and experiences include: uses of hand, power and stationary tools, manufacturing practices, rapid prototyping, CAD/CAM, and material properties. Emphasis will be placed on teamwork and group interaction.
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Prerequisites: Successful completion of Engineering Design I or Special Arrangements
MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY II
Course: 819 Credit: .5 Grade: 10, 11, 12 |
Students continue to explore the production of a product from concept to market. Skills and techniques from Manufacturing Technology I will be incorporated along with new concepts. Several projects will be produced. An emphasis is placed on CNC and CAD/CAM instruction and production. Experiences include: manufacturing practices, product design, rapid prototyping, material properties, material selection and marketing. Emphasis will be placed on teamwork and group interaction.
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Prerequisites: Successful completion of Engineering Design I and Manufacturing Technology I or Special Arrangements