Students will be able to:

1. Apply knowledge of information technologies by designing, generating, encoding/converting, transmitting/transferring, storing, retrieving and decoding.

Demonstrate the proper and safe use of graphic and electronic communication systems.
Apply a variety of mechanical and electronic image generation techniques to communicate a solution to a specific program.

Apply and analyze advanced communication techniques to produce an image that effectively conveys a message (e.g., desktop publishing and screen process printing).

2. Apply physical technologies of manufacturing and construction, structural design, analysis and engineering, personal relations, financial affairs, production, marketing, research and development to real world problems.
Describe and classify common construction and manufacturing processes.

Compare and contrast specific construction systems that depend on each other in order to complete and project.

Evaluate material failure common to specific applications.

Demonstrate knowledge of various construction systems by building and interpreting and testing models.

Resource Materials:

Safety supplies including safety glasses and first aid kit.
Shop or lab with adequate seating and workspace for students.
Residential wiring modular wall unit.
Desktop publishing computer workstations.
Darkroom and graphic reproduction equipment.
Basic wood and metal working hand and power tools.
Storage space for supplies and projects.
Teacher prepared worksheets and study guides.
Library time for research projects.

I. Introduction to Technology

A. Safety, procedures and shop tour.

B. Interpersonal skills, working in the shop

C. Career information

D. Definitions of technology and technical systems

II. Information Systems

1. Elements, forms and functions of communication

2. Electronic and graphic communication systems

3. Electronic and desktop publishing

4. Graphic Reproduction – Screen Process Printing

III. Physical Technology – Manufacturing and Construction

1. Material, tools & processes in construction

2. Forces on structural members

3. Mechanical drafting, design and engineering

4. Model building and testing (truss bridge project)

IV. Energy, Power Conservation and Transmission

1. Energy sources

2. Power conversion and transmission systems

3. Electro-motive force and Ohm’s Law

4. Circuits and residential wiring project

V. Transportation Systems

A. Components of a transportation system

B. Types of transportation systems

C. Impact of transportation systems on the community

D. Design and model a transportation system.

Assessment:

Screen printing project – design, work and final appearance
Bridge model – testing, calculations and research project
Residential wiring practices – safety and performance profile
Transportation system – design, performance in competition
Maintain a folder with notes and completed worksheets
Tests and quizzes
Final test

Students will be able to:

3. Apply the theories of energy, power conversion and power transmission in an electrical power system.

Analyze energy sources, power conversion devices and power transmission systems.
Demonstrate the proper and safe uses of energy and power control devices and power transmission.

Explain electro-motive force, current, resistance and power by applying Ohm’s Law.

4. Apply knowledge of design, analysis and engineering as they relate to transportation systems.
Evaluate the relationship of various transportation systems.

Analyze the impact transportation systems have on a community.

Apply the concept of design, engineering, production and testing in developing a model transportation system.

Resource Materials:

Safety supplies including safety glasses and first aid kit.
Shop or lab with adequate seating and workspace for students.
Residential wiring modular wall unit.
Desktop publishing computer workstations.
Darkroom and graphic reproduction equipment.
Basic wood and metal working hand and power tools.
Storage space for supplies and projects.
Teacher prepared worksheets and study guides.
Library time for research projects.

Assessment:

Screen printing project – design, work and final appearance
Bridge model – testing, calculations and research project
Residential wiring practices – safety and performance profile
Transportation system – design, performance in competition
Maintain a folder with notes and completed worksheets
Tests and quizzes
Final test

Students will:

1. Perform all objectives listed in Drafting I/AutoCAD.

2. Design small sheltering structures from set criteria.

3. Produce necessary plans, elevations and details to construct a structure.

4. Design and draw details and sections for doors, windows, stairs, walls and foundations.

5. Build models of structure produced by students for presentation.

6. Present ideas and concepts to classmates.

7. Become aware of alternative methods in construction, social and environmental issues.

Resource Materials:

Drafting equipment
Drafting medium
Drafting tables and machines
Computer software and related equipment
Reference text
Reference A.V. materials

1. Careers in architecture and building trades. (1 week)

2. Foundations/wall/roofs. (1 week)

3. Ideation a structural plans. (1 week)

4. Elevation. (1 week)

5. Stair/roof details and math concepts. (1 week)

6. Floor plans. (3 weeks)

7. Elevations. (2 weeks)

8. Details of doors, windows, stairs, fireplaces, room elevation, electrical plans, plumbing plans, etc. (3 weeks)

9. Final projects. (5 weeks)

Assessment:

Student produced work
Teacher observation
Presentations
Test/Quizzes
Final Exams

Students will:

1. Produce descriptive drawings through the use of drafting equipment tools and computer programs.

2. Measure using mechanical engineer, civil, and architectural scale.

3. Distinguish between orthographic, isometric and pictorial representation and the proper use of each.

4. Employ problem-solving skills to create a working set of drawings.

5. Manufacture projects based on student produced drawing.

6. Apply the use of 3D solid models based on given measurements and objects.

7. Understand the use and purpose of drafting in industry.

Resource Materials:

Text: Exploring Drafting
AutoCAD 2000
Tech Ed State Standards
Drafting medium
Drafting tables and machines
Computer/AutoCAD software
Reference test & quizzes
A.V. materials
Separating & combining tools

1. Complete drafting machine manipulation exercises. (1 week)

2. Complete orthographic drawing exercises. (3 weeks)

3. Complete AutoCAD introduction exercises. (2 weeks)

4. Complete isometric drawings exercises. (1 week)

5. Complete AutoCAD tutorial exercises and produce sample drawing using acquired skills. (5 weeks)

6. Complete section, geometric construction drawing exercises. (3 weeks)

7. Complete a series of architectural drawings. (3 weeks)

Assessment:

Student produced work
Quizzes/Tests
Teacher observation
Discussion and questioning
Final exams

Students will:

1. Perform all objectives listed for Drafting / Design I plus:

2. Design and draw mechanical devices.

3. Design and draw electrical/electronic schematics.

4. Design and draw hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

5. Design and draw simple structures.

Resource Materials:

Text: Exploring Drafting

Technology Education: Pennsylvania Implementation

Guide

Drafting equipment

Drafting medium

Drafting tables and machines

Diazo White printer

Computers, software and related equipment

Plotter/printer

Reference texts

Reference A.V. materials

1. Generate a series of working drawings for a multi-piece mechanical device. (3 weeks)

2. Generate a series of transition-piece developments. (2 weeks)

3. Generate a series of mechanical power transmission drawings. (3 weeks)

4. Generate a series of drawings involving the transportation and distribution of electricity. (2 weeks)

5. Generate schematics for electrical/electronic devices. (2 weeks)

6. Generate a series of drawings involving fluid power. (2 weeks)

7. Generate a set of working drawings for a structure. (3 weeks)

8. Complete "Reading The Drawing" quizzes regularly. (1 week)

Assessment:

Quizzes/Tests

Grading student drawings

Teacher observation

Discussion and questioning

Student use of drawings as reference materials

Attendance

Students will:

1. Apply problem-solving skills to every day problems.

2. Design – create – test - analyze.

3. Public speaking and presentations.

4. Construct and manufacture objects from set criteria.

5. Understand impacts of inventions on the environment and man.

6. Apply the use of tools safely and correctly.

7. Understand the use of technology in life.

Resource Materials:

Technology labs
Computer software

1. Course introduction and review of concepts. (2 weeks)

2. Small projects and group exercises. (3 weeks)

3. Research and development of ideas and inventions. (15 weeks)

4. Final class project. (6 weeks)

Assessment:

Student produced work
Teacher observation
Presentations
Test/Quizzes
Final Exams

Students will:

1. Basic carpentry/cabinetry equipment and tools, materials, measuring tools, and safe work habits.

2. Basic machining/machine shop equipment and tools, materials, measuring techniques and safe work habits.

3. Basic fabrication/welding equipment and tools, material and safe work habits.

Resource Materials:

Manufacturing/Construction Shop equipment, materials, tools
Variety of texts

1. Assemble and finish a workbench and stool using a variety of tools and techniques

2. Machine a variety of parts utilizing: boring, cutting off, drilling, facing, threading and turning.

3. Weld fabrication and machined parts utilizing spot, electrode, M.I.G. and T.I.G. equipment.

Assessment:

Instructor Observation
Quality of work
Quality of finished products
Quizzes/Tests/Final Test
Feedback from parents/former students and the public.

Students will:

1. Industrial assembly: Designing/using fixtures, precision fits and assembly

2. Sequencing assembly operations.

3. Straightening techniques.

4. Industrial machining: Designing/using jigs, threading, precision measurement, print reading.

5. Industrial welding: Designing/utilizing fixtures, order, placement and weld selection.

6. Straightening techniques.

Resource Materials:

Manufacturing/Construction shop: equipment, materials, tools.
Variety of texts.

1. Industrial assembly: Designing/using fixtures, precision fits and assembly

2. Sequencing assembly operations.

3. Straightening techniques.

4. Industrial machining: Designing/using jigs, threading, precision measurement, print reading.

5. Industrial welding: Designing/utilizing fixtures, order, placement and weld selection.

6. Straightening techniques.

1. Assemble a woodworking vise utilizing precision fits, pinning and threading.

2. Assemble automotive jack stands using a variety of welding methods and holding fixtures.

3. Machine vise parts in preparation for welding and final assembly.

4. Cut and grind jack stand parts in preparation for set-up and final welding.

5. Set-up and welding of vise jaws.

6. Set-up and welding of automotive stands.

7. Straightening weldments prior to assembly.

Assessment:

Instructor observation
Quality of work
Quality of finished products
Quizzes/Tests/Final Tests
Feedback from parents/former students and the public

Students will:

1. Complete any projects that were left unfinished in the Manufacturing 1 & 2 classes.

2. Design and build structures for: themselves, parents, other teachers, private citizens and/or organizations.

3. The class may leave school property from time to time to build on-site projects.

Resource Materials:

Manufacturing/Construction shop: equipment, materials, and tools.
Variety of texts.

1. Finish manufacturing workbench with electrical package, workbench stool, bench dogs, wood working vise and automotive jack stands.

2. Structures could include but not be limited to: complete storage sheds, modular floor sections, modular wall sections, roof trusses, stair cases, door/window assemblies, interior cabinetry/shelling.

Assessment:

Instructor observation
Quality of work
Quality of finished products
Quizzes/Tests/Final Tests
Feedback from parents/former students and the public

Students will:

1. Exhibit the specific techniques or unique skills related to the performance of any single positions within the television crew structure.

2. Perform the necessary disciplines or procedures that are shared by and related to the entire production unit.

3. Identify the career areas and options in video production, television and broadcast journalism.

4. Safely and efficiently use tools, equipment, resources and process related to video projection television and broadcast journalism.

5. Cooperatively work with others to create and produce the daily morning announcement program.

6. Generate, assemble, process, disseminate and assimilate video communication messages through problem solving projects.

7. Produce, direct and edit the daily morning announcement show.

8. Produce, direct and edit a variety of video communication projects including an interview, a single camera news package, an edited package to be used in the daily show, a commercial or advertisement, and a mini feature video.

Resource Materials:

Classroom with seating and work area for students enrolled in the course.
Equipped editing bay with a minimum of two editing stations, one station should be a digital station.
Studio equipped with digital video switcher (mixer), two cameras, audio mixer (4 mic. Channels), audio playback equipment, video playback equipment, microphones, cables, character generator and related equipment and supplies.
Portable electronic video gathering units (2 complete units) consisting of a digital camcorder, audio equipment, aux. Microphones, video light, batteries and charger and related equipment.

1. Introduction and getting started in video and television production, including safety presented throughout the course. (1 week)

2. The video system-camera, camcorder, formats, structure, lenses and design and camcorder controls. (2 weeks)

3. Camera operation and production shooting techniques. (1 week)

4. Light, lighting equipment and lighting techniques. (1 week)

5. The audio system, signal flow, control, equipment and technique. (1 week)

6. The switcher and technical director and video mixing, channeling, and digital effect. (1 week)

7. The pictorial element-set, graphics and titles. (1 week)

8. On-camera talent- performers, actor, host and anchor-presence and professionalism. (1 week)

9. The production crew, the importance of cooperation, teamwork and responsibility. (1 week)

10. Producing, directing and editing a single camera video. (2 weeks)

11. Directing studio productions, the morning announcement show. (4 weeks, every day through the semester.

12. Planning, directing, producing various video formats such as video diary, sports, music video. (2 weeks.

Assessment:

Projects
Individual activities, projects and exercises
Performance and behavior observations
Written tests
Oral responses and presentations
Co-operative group work/projects
Portfolio/folder and notebook
Planning, directing and production worksheets
Final test