Construction Grade 10 This course requires students to design, build, and evaluate projects using design instruments and machine and hand tools. Students will solve technological problems through a variety of media; identify and describe building materials and other resources needed to construct, maintain, and service buildings; identify support systems and components; apply safety rules related to materials, processes, and equipment; identify common architectural styles; and identify careers related to construction technology. In Part 1 emphasis will be placed on the systems used in modern conventional residential construction. Grade 11 This course focuses on residential, commercial, industrial, and/or recreational construction. Students will learn about the tools, materials, equipment, and methods used in the light construction industry; structural analysis and design; presentation and working drawings; and mechanical systems. They will also estimate materials and labour costs, and study industry standards and building codes, health and safety issues, energy conservation, careers, and the impact of construction technology on society and the environment. Grade 12 This course focuses on residential, commercial, industrial, and/or recreational construction. Students will learn about the tools, materials, equipment, and methods used in the light and heavy construction industries; structural analysis and design; presentation and working drawings; and mechanical systems. They will also estimate materials and labour costs, study industry standards and building codes, consider health and safety issues, and explore energy conservation, careers, and the impact of construction technology on society and the environment. Manufacturing Grade 10 This course introduces students to the scope of the manufacturing industry, the various components used in the design of products, the industrial tools and equipment used, and methods of manufacturing, including assembly-line production. Students will learn about technical drawing; preparation processes; manufacturing techniques; power, electronic, and quality control systems; careers in the manufacturing field; and the role of entrepreneurs in Canadian society. Grade 11 This course focuses on design principles; electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic control systems; and traditional and advanced manufacturing processes. Students will solve problems and make the critical decisions necessary to develop efficient production systems. They will also study the broad range of career opportunities available in the manufacturing sector and their educational requirements, and will research the scope of the manufacturing industry and the impact of its products on individuals, society, and the environment. Grade 12 This course focuses on advanced manufacturing and engineering and provides students with an opportunity to develop specialized knowledge and skills used in sophisticated production processes. Students will solve problems, make the decisions necessary to develop a product for manufacture, and examine production methods, quality control systems, and environmental and societal impacts. Communications Grade 10 This course requires students to complete a range of communications technology projects. These may include creating printed stationery, short videos, computer-generated animations, and graphical information displays. Students will learn to transfer information using electronic, live, and graphic communications methods. The knowledge and skills they will develop will provide a basis for careers in areas such as publishing, advertising, print production, animation, photography, and journalism. Grade 11 This course examines communications systems and design and production processes in one or more of the areas of electronic, live, recorded, and graphic communications. Students will develop knowledge and skills relating to the assembly, maintenance, and repair of the basic and more complex components of a range of communications systems. Students will also study industry standards and regulations and health and safety issues, and will explore careers, the importance of lifelong learning, and the impact of communications technology on society and the environment. Grade 12 This course examines communications systems and design and production processes in one or more of the areas of electronic, live, and graphic communications. Students will independently create, manage, and distribute complex graphic, electronic, or audiovisual projects. Students will also study industry standards and regulations and health and safety issues, and will explore careers, the importance of lifelong learning, and the impact of communications technology on society and the environment. Transportation Grade 10 This course requires students to build projects and to learn service procedures related to different modes of transportation. Students will learn about support systems for transporting people and products; measurement systems and methods; the analysis, design, and construction of a system to convert and make practical use of energy; the function of major vehicle system components; the impact of transportation systems on the environment; communication skills; and transportation-related careers. Grade 11 This course examines the infrastructure required for the operation of land, air and/or marine vehicles. Students will design, construct, and modify vehicles, and apply safe work practices and procedures using current technology. They will also develop effective communication and teamwork skills when developing solutions to managing vehicle support systems; investigate the educational requirements for career opportunities in the transportation sectors; and analyse the impact of transportation technology on society and the environment. Grade 12 This course examines the alternative modes of mass transit to enable students to develop the specialized knowledge and skills required to work with sophisticated land, air, and/or marine vehicles and transportation systems. Students will solve problems related to vehicles and transportation systems; examine transportation-related issues such as
energy conversion, power transfer control systems, and environmental and societal impact; and investigate the educational requirements of career opportunities in the transportation sector. | |