Grade 6, 7, 8

Introduction to Technology will expose students to the facets of technology. Students will learn the basics of computer programming, game design, engineering, and robotics. Students will learn basic programming concepts through the Lego EV3 robotics platform. Students will explore the 7 fields of technology through hands-on projects and activities. Students will learn the skill of Technical Drawings and Sketches. Students will have the opportunity to earn a Computer Essentials Certificate and Gaming Essentials Certificate. 

Grade 6, 7, 8

Exploration of Technical Design Technology gives students an opportunity to explore the area of technical design technology and its associated careers. Students will be given the opportunity to solve technological problems using a variety of tools, materials, processes and systems while gaining an understanding of the effects of technical design technology on our everyday lives. Students will bring their creative minds, creative abilities, and hands-on skills together to solve challenges.

Grade 7, 8

Prerequisites – Successful completion of an introductory level technology course

The Exploring Technology course gives students a more advanced knowledge of programming, game design, engineering, and robotics. Students will learn more advanced programming concepts through the Lego EV3 robotics platform, as well as other electronics engineering. Students will explore the 7 fields of technology through hands on projects and activities.  Students will have the opportunity to earn their Programming & Logic Certification.

Grade 7, 8

Prerequisites – Successful completion of an introductory level technology course

The Exploring Maritime Technology course gives students an opportunity to explore the area of maritime technology and its associated careers. Students will be given the opportunity to solve technological problems using a variety of tools, materials, processes and systems while gaining an understanding of the effects of maritime technology on our everyday lives. Students will assemble a working ROV from given components.

Grade 7, 8

Prerequisites – Successful completion of an introductory level technology course

The Exploration of Aerospace Technology course gives students an opportunity to explore the area of aerospace technology and its associated careers. Students will be given the opportunity to solve technological problems using a variety of tools, materials, processes and systems while gaining an understanding of the effects of aerospace technology on our everyday lives.  Students will assemble a working UAV/drone from given components.  Students will learn the fundamentals of aerospace engineering through exploration and problem-solving challenges involving drones.

Grade 6

The purpose of this course is to assist students in making informed decisions regarding their future academic and occupational goals and to provide information regarding careers in the Information Technology career cluster.  The content includes but is not limited to foundational knowledge and skills related to computer networks, information support structure, internet safety and ethics, operating systems, Open Systems Interface (OSI), Structured Query Language (SQL), and database design, structure, and operation in the information technology industry.  Instruction and learning activities are provided in a laboratory setting using hands-on experiences with the equipment, materials, and technology appropriate to the course content and in accordance with current practices.

Grade 7, 8

Prerequisites – Successful completion of level II CTE courses

The Fundamentals of Web and Software Development course assist students in making informed decisions regarding their future academic and occupational goals and to provide information regarding careers in the Information Technology career cluster.  The content includes but is not limited to foundational knowledge and skills related to web and software development in the information technology industry.  Instruction and learning activities are provided in a laboratory setting using hands-on experiences with the equipment, materials and technology appropriate to the course content and in accordance with current practices. Students will have the opportunity to earn an MTA Intro to Programming Using HTML & CSS Industry Certification.

Grade 8

High School Credit: 1 credit

Course Weight 4.5

Prerequisites – No prior coding/programming experience required. 

This course is designed to provide a basic overview of current business and information systems and trends, and to introduce students to fundamental skills required for today's business and academic environments.  Emphasis is placed on developing fundamental computer skills.  The intention of this course is to prepare students to be successful both personally and professionally in an information based society.  Advanced Information Technology includes the exploration and use of: databases, the internet, spreadsheets, presentation applications, management of personal information and email, word processing and document manipulation, HTML, webpage design, and the integration of these programs using software that meets industry standards.  The Think Python high school credit course introduces students to the programming language of Python. Python is the leading language used today from game coding to artificial intelligence coding. Learning Python is ideal for beginners because it is both powerful and easy to learn. In this project-based course, students will learn the fundamentals of Python code and then transition into more complicated programming tasks. Along the way, students will be exposed to Python’s amazing tools that can help turn data into information. This course can be the gateway into the study of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (forecasted to be a top growing job for next 10 years). Students will have the opportunity to earn a Python Coding Apprentice Industry Certification.

Grade 8

High School Credit: 1 credit

Course Weight 4.5

Prerequisites: Successful completion of an intermediate level technology course

Foundations of Web Design provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers such as an Assistant Web Designer, a Web Designer, and Senior Web Designer in the Information Technology career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Information Technology career cluster.  The content includes but is not limited to operating system commands and web document development, design, promotion and scripting. Students will have the opportunity to earn the MTA Introduction to Programming Using HTML5 & CSS3 certification.