Technology (2023-24)

List of 6 items.

• Design Thinking & Innovation - Grades 9-12

  Grades 9-12
  0.5 credit
  
  Required tool(s): Engineering notebook
  
  Design Thinking spends the first quarter in an academic exploration of technology systems, the design process, and resource/material management. The second quarter will provide a foundation for students to use 3-D printing, CAD software, and explore communications necessary for innovation and design technology. The overall goal is for students to develop technical vocabulary while immersing themselves in the design process to solve a practical problem. Students will be expected to draw conceptual sketches and use an Engineering Notebook.
  
  This course is best suited for older students ready for a cross-curricular approach to technology and innovation.
  
  Units of Study
  Introduction to Design Thinking
  Marketing and Design
  Drafting and Engineering
  Design Process
  Resource and Product Management
  Prototyping
  CAD and 3D printing
  Innovation and Production

• Robotics - Grades 8-12

  Grades 8-12
  0.5 credit
  
  This course uses a hands-on approach to introduce students to the basic concepts of robotics through the construction and programming of autonomous mobile robots to accomplish challenging tasks. Students will explore physics, engineering, and physical science concepts as they assemble and program a robot. They will also explore the broad scope of robotics applications in fields such as manufacturing, security, transportation, automation, food preparation, entertainment, customer service, biomedical engineering, healthcare, agriculture, military science, space and underwater exploration, and more. Students will compete in FIRST Robotics challenges as part of the class. This class may be repeated for credit with teacher permission.
  
  Units of Study
  Lab Safety
  Measuring
  Tools and Tool Safety
  Machining
  Design Process
  Technical Drawing
  CAD and 3D modeling
  3D Printing
  Programming
  Wiring and Electronics
  Cabling
  Transmission and Gears
  Wheels
  Sprockets, Chains, and Belting
  Microcontrollers and Sensors
  Transmitters and Receivers
  Pneumatics
  Control Systems
  Software and Driving
  FIRST Robotics Challenge

• Technology Fundamentals - Grades 8-12

  Grades 8-12
  0.5 credit
  
  

  Technology Fundamentals is a survey course designed to introduce students to seven main categories of technology: IT Systems & Communications, Energy & Power, Construction, Manufacturing, Transportation, Medical, and Agricultural & Biotechnology. Students will critically examine each one of these topics, with hands-on projects to explore concepts in depth. The focus of this class will be on how people use current, innovative technologies for human advancement with social and ethical considerations that shape our society today. This class provides a framework for the student to make informed decisions and judgments about the use of IT for self and society. 

  
  
  Units of Study
  Introduction to Technology & Social Considerations
  IT Networks
  Communication Technology
  Energy & Power
  Construction Technology
  Transportation Technology
  AgriculturalTechnology
  Biomedical Technologies
  
  
  

• Digital Videography 1 - Grades 9-12

  Grades 9-12
  0.5 Credit
  
  Digital Videography counts toward the Fine Arts graduation requirement.
  

  
  

  Digital Videography 1 introduces students to cinematography and video production through a theory-based, hands-on approach. Students will learn the history of media and media production and will be able to demonstrate competency in pre-production, production, and post-production. Students will apply problem-solving skills in planning, editing, and evaluating quality video productions. Topics include the fundamental technical aspects of the digital video camera, camera shots, angles, composition, media literacy, aesthetic elements and techniques, sound and lighting, scriptwriting, directing, and editing.

  
  

  Units of Study

  Directors

  Camera Shots and Angles

  Compositional Elements

  Camera Movements

  Editing Techniques

  Storyboarding

  Scriptwriting

  Sound Design

  Lighting

  Interviewing

  Directing

  Green Screen

• Digital Videography 2 - Grades 9-12

  Grades 9-12
  0.5 Credit

  Prerequisite:  Digital Videography 1 or teacher permission

  
  

  Digital Videography 2 counts toward the Fine Arts graduation requirement.

  
  

  Digital Videography 2 expands on what students have learned about cinematography and video production in Digital Videography 1 through a theory-based, hands-on approach. Students will learn about the history of media and media production and will be able to demonstrate competency in pre-production, production, and post production to plan, create, and evaluate quality video productions and short films. Students will explore more of the technical aspects of the digital video camera, camera shots, angles, movements, and composition, media literacy, aesthetic elements and techniques, sound and lighting, scriptwriting, directing, and editing.

  
  

  Units of Study

  Film Roles

  Camera Shots and Angles

  Compositional Elements

  Camera Movements

  Advanced Editing Techniques

  Storyboarding

  Scriptwriting

  Character Development

  Advanced Sound Design

  Advanced Lighting

  Directing

  Special Effects

  
  
  

• Programming Through Game Development - Grades 9-12

  Grades 9-12
  0.5 Credit

  
  

  This course is designed as an introductory course to both programming and game development. Students will be taught elements of successful game development through coding, modeling, game design, and digital citizenship. This is a project-based course and successful students will benefit from active engagement and participation.

  
  

  Units of Study

  Block-based Programming

  Coding

  Game Design

  Game Mechanics

  Programming Languages

  Robotics

  Drones

  Circuitry

  3D Modeling

  Unity