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* Course is single-semester only
Course Descriptions
Architecture 1 (Full year) 1.12
This course is concerned with the development of a residential structure. Students will produce a complete set of architectural drawings that will include: floor plan, window and door schedule, front, rear, right and left elevations.
Prerequisite : Mechanical Drawing /CAD 2
Architecture 2 (Full year) 1.12
The students will use the architectural drawings developed in Architecture 1 to construct a scale model of their house. The scale model will include all interior features found in a house. Special attention will be given to the construction of stairs and fireplaces. The exterior model of the house will show windows, siding, roofing materials, porches and chimneys. Prerequisite : Architecture 1
Architecture 3 (Full year) 1.20
Students will learn and use the "Total 3-D Home Deluxe" CAD program. Each student will enter the TSA (Technology Student Association) Architectural Model Building Contest and the Annual NJIT (New Jersey Institute of Technology) Scholarship Contest. Students will also design and construct a commercial building of their choice.
Prerequisite : Architecture 2
Computer Aided Drawing and Design 1
This first year course is structured to introduce the students to CAD software as well as hand drafting technique. Units include: lettering, dimensioning, the care and use of drafting instruments, sketching, orthographic projection, sectional views, and geometric construction. An introduction to 3 dimensional modeling will also be covered. This series of courses is valuable to many industrial and engineering careers.
Prerequisite: None
Computer Aided Drawing and Design 2
This course covers many aspects of mechanical design. Units include: isometric drafting, isometric CAD, fasteners, solid modeling styles and technique, assembly drawings, and surface modeling. A problem or an object will be assigned for the students to draw. Students will also render and animate their models.
Prerequisite: CADD 1
Computer Aided Drawing and Design 3/4
This course furthers the student knowledge of 3 dimensional modeling and animation technique. Students can choose to continue a previous project or start a new one. Students will work individually and in groups. In addition, a TSA competition will be available for the students.
Prerequisite: CADD 2
Wood Technology 1 1.06
This is a course designed for all students. Accuracy, craftsmanship, safety, problem solving and manipulative skills are the areas this course is designed to develop. This course will help that student become a wise consumer when purchasing furniture or in being aware of craftsmanship on construction. The skills taught in this class also can be used in avocational interests or to pursue a career in wood technology. Skills are developed by students through planning, drawing, using hand tools, power tools and building individual projects.
Prerequisite : None
Wood Technology 2 1.12
The Woods 2 course is designed for students who desire greater knowledge of cabinet and furniture design and construction. Plan development, construction and technical skills are taught through lectures, written assignments, demonstrations and the students use the woodworking tools and machines. Practical experience is gained by the students through building assigned projects and a personally designed project.
Prerequisite : Woods 1
Wood Technology 3 1.12
This course introduces the student to construction and the manufacturing of wood products. Various wood industry occupations, reading plans, securing and purchasing lumber and materials, understanding designs, techniques and terminology are an intregal part of the course. Practical experience is gained through the design and construction of a project of the student's choice.
Prerequisite : Woods 2
Engineering & Design Technology 1 (Semester) 1.06
This semester course emphasizes the application of the design method to invent solutions to real world technological problems. Students will identify problems, internet research, design and fabricate models or prototype solutions. Problem solving and design skills are taught through a variety of problem solving activities. Hands on themes for this level include, but are not limited to, structural, fluid powered, and robotic systems. This course provides all students with valuable skills such as: problem solving, design, creative thinking, systems thinking, team work, documentation, computer applications, applied math and science.
Prerequisite : None. This course is designed to be scheduled with Media Tech 1 as a full year program.
Engineering & Design Technology 2 (Full year) 1.12
This course will reemphasize the design and problem solving experiences using the design method to solve problems. Students will focus on interdisciplinary applications of knowledge gained in other content areas. Hands on themes for this course include but are not limited to: mechanical, electronic, alternative energy and communication systems. Prerequisite : Successful completion of Engineering & Design Technology 1 and teacher recommendation
Engineering & Design Technology 3/4 (Full year) 1.12
This course will highlight the principles of engineering, students will explore areas which require the applications of fundamental engineering concepts. They will discover many important science and math concepts that underlie the systems that are common to most engineering disciplines. Real life case studies will develop their basic skills for solving open-ended problems using the design process. The process will consist of documentation, material manipulation, internet research, mechanical drawing, patent process, having an engineer mentor, cross curricular activities, and high order thinking skills. The students will enter engineering design competitions. Students who complete the three-year program are encouraged to take a team problem solving and design independent study their senior year.
Prerequisite : Successful completion of Engineering & Design Technology 2 and teacher recommendation
Mechanical Movement (Full Year) 1.12
This course is aimed at students who want to make their own automated devices. It will be useful to people who want to make any sort of mechanical toy/sculpture/device. It will help a student understand the practical basics of mechanisms. Students will learn the history and principles of movement, design, control, and construction of automated systems.
Grade 9 only
Media Technology 1 (Semester) 1.06
This course will offer students a basic hands-on approach to the technical processes and operations necessary to produce videotapes. Techniques will include camera operation, script writing, lighting, editing and directing. Introduction to computer generated graphics and editing will also be included.
Prerequisite : None. This course is designed to be scheduled with Engineering Tech 1 as a full year program.
Media & Society 2 (Full year) 1.12
The emphasis on this course will be on studio work. Students will apply their videotaping skills to produce and crew various events for the school. The cross-curriculum approach with other departments of the school will be introduced. Students will also be required to produce various assignments given by the instructor. A more extensive use of computer generated effects will be used.
Prerequisite : Successful completion of Media Technology 1 and teacher recommendation
Media & Society 3 (Full year) 1.12
Students in this class will use all of their technological skills to produce shows to be aired on the local cable public access channel. Reports of events at the school and in the local community will be emphasized. Students will be required to work independently at times to meet deadlines. Selected productions will be undertaken cooperatively with the Journalism class.
Prerequisite : Successful completion of Media and Society 2 and teacher recommendation
Power, Energy, and Transportation Technology I
This course concentrates on a wide range of technological areas related
to power, energy, and transportation. Emphasis is on hands on, problem
solving activities in which students work together in lab activities
designed to reinforce the content presented. Activities present
information on alternate energy and power systems including solar,
hydroelectric, wind, mechanical, electrical, and fluid power. A strong
emphasis is placed on a variety of modes of land and marine
transportation. The internal combustion engine is also introduced as a
specific component of human transportation systems.
Prerequisite: None.
Power, Energy, and Transportation Technology II
This course concentrates on a wide range of technological areas related
to power, energy, and transportation, specifically air and space
transportation. The emphasis will continue to be on hands on, problem
solving activities in which students work together in lab activities
designed to reinforce the content presented. (Activities present
information on alternate energy and power systems including solar,
hydroelectric, wind, mechanical, electrical, and fluid power.) After
having studied in depth land and marine transportation during the first
year of the course, a strong emphasis will now be placed on a variety of
modes of air and aerospace transportation.
Prerequisite : Successful completion of Power, Energy and Transportation Technology I and teacher recommendation
Power, Energy, and Transportation Technology III/IV Honors
This course concentrates on student involvement in several state and
national competitions. The emphasis will continue to be on hands on,
problem solving activities in which students work together in lab
activities designed to reinforce the content presented and compete
against other schools. The demands of these competitions will properly
serve as a challenging culmination activities for these students while
concurrently presenting them with the opportunity to showcase their
design and communication skills amongst peers from around the state.
Prerequisite : Successful completion of Power, Energy and Transportation Technology 2 and teacher recommendation
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