Use technology to communicate effectively

1.1

Apply factors influencing the design of a message

1.2

Identify the multiple uses of technology literacy

Plan and prepare for educational and career opportunities

2.1

Investigate the interrelations of various careers

2.2

Summarize how education prepares a student for a specific career

2.3

Develop a career portfolio, career shadowing, and plan of study

Apply principles of engineering design

3.1

Utilize the two measuring systems used in society

3.2

Practice correct and accurate use of linear measuring tools

3.3

Apply design principles, which lead to useful products and systems

Apply skills in the safe and proper use of construction operations and manufacturing processes

4.1

Demonstrate the safe use of lab materials and processes

4.2

Demonstrate the safe use of tools

4.3

Utilize correct procedures to produce an industrial product

Explain the transportation, power, and energy technology system

5.1

Apply the concepts of work and horsepower

5.2

Distinguish the various power systems available to society

5.3

Identify the design and operation of transportation systems

Develop leadership skills and knowledge

6.1

Demonstrate knowledge and leadership skills through classroom activities

6.2

Demonstrate knowledge of Technology Student Association

Unit Title:

Suggested Length:

Communication

4 weeks

Standard & Benchmarks:

Technology Education  1.1 and 1.2

Content:

Students will learn keyboarding skills and development of graphics to be used in various business applications

Suggested Student Performance/Product:

Students will demonstrate knowledge of communication through PowerPoint presentations, digital photography projects, screen printing projects, sublimation printing, video production, and audio production. 

Suggested Resources:

Appropriate software and computer equipment

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Construction

3 weeks

Standard & Benchmarks:

Technology Education  3.1 3.2, and 3.3

Content:

Students will learn about research and design.  They will examine the role of troubleshooting, invention and innovation, and problem solving.  They will also relate technology to scientific knowledge.

Suggested Student Performance/Product:

Students will demonstrate knowledge of research and design by constructing a bridge or tower using hands-on product development. 

Suggested Resources:

Textbook, Internet, and Media Center at school

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Health and Biotechnology

3 weeks

Standard & Benchmarks:

Technology Education  3.1 and 3.3

Content:

Students will learn about bone structures, circulatory system, muscle system, digestive system, physiology, DNA, cloning, personal health, birth defects, drug interactions, and mental disorders.  They will also study emerging biotechnology including plants, animals, medical research, tools, equipment, foods, aquaculture, and hydroponics.

Suggested Student Performance/Product:

Students will demonstrate knowledge of health and biotechnology through demonstration, research and reports, building of DNA models, and plant cultivation.

Suggested Resources:

Textbook, videos, Internet, and models

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Leadership

2 weeks

Standard & Benchmarks:

Technology Education  6.1 and 6.2

Content:

Students will learn about leadership development through Technology Student Association activities.

Suggested Student Performance/Product:

Students will participate in TSA activities and competitive events at the local, state, and national levels.  They will also be able to discuss the history and meaning of the TSA logo, officer symbols, and colors. 

Suggested Resources:

TSA Learn, Grow, and Become Textbook

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Manufacturing

9 weeks

Standard & Benchmarks:

Technology Education  4.2 and 4.3

Content:

Students will learn about types of manufacturing processes, product manufacturing systems, and assembling processes.

Suggested Student Performance/Product:

Students will demonstrate knowledge of manufacturing processes, product manufacturing systems, and assembling processes by constructing metal projects using pop rivets or screws, wood projects using nails, screws, and glue, and welding projects using proper beads.

Suggested Resources:

Textbook, Internet, and Media Center at school, and metal, wood, and assembly products

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Safety

2 weeks

Standard & Benchmarks:

Technology Education  4.1

Content:

Students will learn about general safety, hand tools, power tools, machine safety, fire safety, and chemical safety.

Suggested Student Performance/Product:

Students will pass the safety test with 100% accuracy and demonstrate safety knowledge in the lab.

Suggested Resources:

Textbook, safety posters, teacher demonstration, and safety videos

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Transportation, Power, and Energy

3 weeks

Standard & Benchmarks:

Technology Education  5.1 and 5.2

Content:

Students will learn about the different types of transportation (land, water, and aerospace).  They will identify types of power and energy including research that is being done to replace fossil fuels such as wind, solar, and hybrid technologies.

Suggested Student Performance/Product:

Students will demonstrate knowledge of transportation by building a CO2 car, a glider for aerospace design, and a marine vehicle for water transportation.  Students will research fossil fuels and the research that is being done to replace them and present their research to the class.

Suggested Resources:

Textbook, Internet, and Media Center at school

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