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2012-13 Program of Studies

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Applied Technology

Industrial Technology 1, 2 and 3

APPLIED TECHNOLOGY

PREREQUISITE: None

GRADE LEVEL: 8

LENGTH: One Trimester

CATEGORY: Required

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course exposes students to a variety of technology utilized in some of today’s high-tech industries. Students rotate through units in ten-day intervals using videotapes, textbooks, computer software and practial hands-on activities.

AREAS OF STUDY:
Research and Development Electronics
Computer Animation Computer Aided Design
Engineering Materials and Processes
Drafting Computer Numerical Control
Robotics Aerospace

EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS:
Work in a safe and responsible manner at all times.
Complete required projects and/or exercise from each area studied.
Work cooperatively with other students.
Keep a class folder/portfolio of work completed.
Participate in all individual and group activities.

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INDUSTRIAL TECH WORKSHOP I, II, and III

PREREQUISITE: Applied Technology Preferred (not required)

GRADE LEVEL: 8

LENGTH: One Trimester

CATEGORY: Practical Arts Elective

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Students will work on projects in woodworking, power and energy, graphic communication/drafting, and manufacturing. Safety, problem solving, planning, cooperative learning, organization and quality of work will be stressed throughout the course. This class is repeatable.

POSSIBLE AREAS OF STUDY:
Safety Hand and Power tools
Planning and design Fabrication techniques
Problem-solving Wood finishing
Wood identification Related careers
Design/build principles Measurement
Sources of energy Technical sketching
Energy conversion Design Principles
Planning and designing Fabrication techniques
Entrepreneurial skills Mass production
Marketing Blueprint reading
Related careers

EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS:
Work in a safe and responsible manner
Complete assigned projects and activities
Work cooperatively with other students
Contribute to lab maintenance and organization
Demonstrate design/build skills through assigned projects and activities
Contribute to lab organization and maintenance
Work in a safe and responsible manner
Participate in group and individual activities.
Plan, organize and develop technical drawings.
Keep a class folder/portfolio of work completed.

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Mission Statement

The mission of the Iowa City Community School District is to ensure all students will become responsible, independent learners capable of making informed decisions in a democratic society as well as in the dynamic global community. This is accomplished by challenging each student with a rigorous and creative curriculum taught by a diverse, professional, caring staff, and enriched through the resources and the efforts of families and the entire community.

Equity Statement

It is the policy of the Iowa City Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or socioeconomic status in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.

If you believe you have (or your child has) been discriminated against or treated unjustly at school, please contact the Equity Director Ross Wilburn at 509 S. Dubuque Street, 319-688-1000.