COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course provides hands-on experiences in principles and processes essential for the technology course and develops a foundation for students interested in any technical field of study. Emphasis is placed on problem solving, design, technical communication modeling, testing, evaluation, and implications of technology. Activities are structured to integrate physical and social sciences, mathematics, and language and fine arts. This course develops skills essential for students interested in technical or engineering career fields.
GRADING:
The grade for each nine week period of this course will be based on:
The final grade for this course is based on:
Fundamentals of Technology Syllabus, Bell Ringers, Write to Learn, Cardboard Chair Pictures, Online Test
Project Examples
Powerpoints / Documents
1.0 Analyze technology and its relationship to the designed world
Review 6 Systems of Technology.ppt
technology_an introduction.ppt
Objective 2.0: Develop a safe and an effective workplace
Conducting Effective Meetings2.03.ppt
Objective 3.0: Apply a formal problem-solving method
Chapter_2_Problem_Solving PPT.ppt
Universal Systems of Technology.ppt
Research and Developement 3.04.ppt
Objective 4.0: Communicate the design process
Objective 5.0: Apply the principles and elements of design
Objective 6.0: Develop abilities to communicate effectively in a technological world
6.03 Preparing for the Presentation.ppt
Objective 7.0: Develop an awareness of the designed world
7.01 Communication Systems
7.01 communication_overview.PDF
Communications PPT Guidelines.docx
7.03 Transportation Systems
7.03 Transportation Systems.ppt
7.05 Manufacturing Systems
Obj 7.05 manufacturing Systems.PDF
Obj 7.05 manufacturing Production.PDF
Manufacturing System Components.PDF
Production Planning Chapter 10.ppt
7.07 Construction Systems
Obj 7.07 4 Types of Construction Chap 14.ppt
Planning Construction - Chap 15.ppt
Managing Construction Chap 16.ppt
Chapter 17 Construction Homes.ppt
7.09 Energy and Power System
Obj 7.09 Explain the Concepts and principles of energy and.ppt
7.11 Principles of Biotechnology
Objective 7.11 Principles of Biotechnology.ppt
Project Handouts
Build a Boat that will float.doc
Co2 Car Design Instructions.doc
DEAL Problem Solving for Trash to Treasure.doc
Copy of mousetrap car data.xls
Calculating Bridge Efficiency Handout.doc
Handouts
Six Main Systems into which we divide Technology.doc
Assignments
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Session Name | Periods | Projects |
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1st Semester Fundamentals of Technology | 2nd Period
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Manufacturing Projects, Problem solving Projects, Construction Projects, Transportation Projects, Design Projects, Communication Projects. |
2nd Semester Fundamentals of Technology | 1st Period | Manufacturing Projects, Problem solving projects, Construction Projects, Transportation Projects, Design Projects, Communication Projects. | |