| Exploring Technologies |
TIJ1O |
| This course enables students to further explore and
develop technological knowledge and skills introduced in the elementary science
and technology program. Students will be given the opportunity to design and
create products and/or provide services related to the various technological
areas or industries, working with a variety of tools, equipment, and software
commonly used in industry. Students will develop an awareness of environmental
and societal issues, and will begin to explore secondary and postsecondary
education and training pathways leading to careers in technology-related fields.
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| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Open |
GRADE:9 |
Construction Technology |
TCJ2O |
| This course introduces students to building materials
and processes through opportunities to design and build various construction
projects. Students will learn to create and read working drawings; become
familiar with common construction materials, components, and processes; and
perform a variety of fabrication, assembly, and finishing operations. They will
use a variety of hand and power tools and apply knowledge of imperial and metric
systems of measurement, as appropriate. Students will develop an awareness of
environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and will
explore secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the industry.
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| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Open |
GRADE:10 |
Technological Design |
TDJ2O |
| This course provides students with opportunities to
apply a design process to meet a variety of technological challenges. Students
will research projects, create designs, build models and/or prototypes, and
assess products and/or processes using appropriate tools, techniques, and
strategies. Student projects may include designs for homes, vehicles, bridges,
robotic arms, clothing, or other products. Students will develop an awareness of
environmental and societal issues related to technological design, and will
learn about secondary and postsecondary education and training leading to
careers in the field. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Open |
GRADE:10 |
Manufacturing Technology |
TMJ2O |
| This course introduces students to the manufacturing
industry by giving them an opportunity to design and fabricate products using a
variety of processes, tools, and equipment. Students will learn about technical
drawing, properties and preparation of materials, and manufacturing techniques.
Student projects may include a robotic challenge, a design challenge, or a
fabrication project involving processes such as machining, welding, vacuum
forming, or injection moulding. Students will develop an awareness of
environmental and societal issues related to manufacturing, and will learn about
secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the industry.
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| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Open |
GRADE:10 |
Green Industries THJ2O
This
course introduces students to the various sectors of the green industries-
agriculture, forestry, horticulture, floristry, and landscaping. Using
materials, processes, and techniques commonly employed in these industries,
students will participate in a number of hands-on projects that may include
plant or animal propagation: production, maintenance, and harvesting
activities; the development of floral or landscaping designs; and/or related
construction activities. Students will also develop an awareness of
environmental and societal issues related to green industry activities, learn
about safe and healthy working practices, and explore secondary and
postsecondary education and training pathways and career opportunities in the
various industry sectors.
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Open |
GRADE: 10 |
Construction Engineering Technology |
TCJ3C |
| This course focuses on the development of knowledge and
skills related to residential construction. Students will gain hands-on
experience using a variety of construction materials, processes, tools, and
equipment; learn about building design and planning construction projects;
create and interpret working drawings and sections; and learn how the Ontario
Building Code and other regulations and standards apply to construction
projects. Students will also develop an awareness of environmental and societal
issues related to construction technology, and will explore career opportunities
in the field. |
| COURSE NOTE: If you have never taken a tech
course, it is strongly recommended that you take the Grade 10 course before this
one |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: College |
GRADE:11 |
Technological Design |
TDJ3M |
| This course examines how technological design is
influenced by human, environmental, financial, and material requirements and
resources. Students will research, design, build, and assess solutions that meet
specific human needs, using working drawings and other communication methods to
present their design ideas. They will develop an awareness of environmental,
societal, and cultural issues related to technological design, and will explore
career opportunities in the field, as well as the college and/or university
program requirements for them. |
| COURSE NOTE: If you have never taken a tech
course, it is strongly recommended that you take the Grade 10 course before this
one |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: College/University |
GRADE:11 |
Manufacturing Engineering Technology |
TMJ3M |
| This course enables students to develop knowledge and
skills related to design, process planning, control systems, and quality
assurance. Students will use a broad range of tools and equipment and will
combine modern manufacturing techniques and processes with computer-aided
manufacturing as they develop critical decision-making, problem-solving, and
project-management skills. Students will develop an awareness of environmental
and societal issues related to manufacturing and will learn about pathways
leading to careers in the industry. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: College/University |
GRADE:11 |
Construction Engineering Technology |
TCJ4C |
| This course enables students to further develop
knowledge and skills related to residential construction and to explore light
commercial construction. Students will gain hands-on experience using a variety
of materials, processes, tools, and equipment, and will learn more about
building design and project planning. They will continue to create and interpret
construction drawings and will extend their knowledge of construction
terminology and of relevant building codes and regulations, as well as health
and safety standards and practices. Students will also focus on environmental
and societal issues related to construction engineering technology, and will
explore career opportunities in the field. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: College |
GRADE:12 |
| PREREQUISITE: TCJ3C - Construction Engineering
Technology |
Technological Design |
TDJ4M |
| This course introduces students to the fundamentals of
design advocacy and marketing, while building on their design skills and their
knowledge of professional design practices. Students will apply a systematic
design process to research, design, build, and assess solutions that meet
specific human needs, using illustrations, presentation drawings, and other
communication methods to present their designs. Students will enhance their
problem-solving and communication skills, and will explore career opportunities
and the postsecondary education and training requirements for them. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: College/University |
GRADE:12 |
| PREREQUISITE: TDJ3M - Technological Design
|
Manufacturing Engineering Technology |
TMJ4M |
| This course enables students to further develop
knowledge and skills related to design, process planning, control systems,
project management, quality assurance, and business operations. Students will
use a broad range of tools and equipment, enhance their skills in computer-aided
design, and collaborate in managing a project. Students will critically analyse
and solve complex problems involved in manufacturing products. Students will
expand their awareness of environmental and societal issues and of career
opportunities in the manufacturing industry. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: College/University |
GRADE:12 |
| PREREQUISITE: TMJ3M - Manufacturing Engineering
Technology |
