Technology

CHS: Technology

Technology Department Philosophy

This department believes in activity-oriented instruction that develops problem solving and creative thinking skills. Learning by doing and self discovery are keys to becoming independent learners. This department provides exploratory learning experiences related to today's technologies and art form. Classes prepare students for further education in the working world and advanced college classes.

Department Objectives:


Introduction to Communication Arts

Credit: Occupational
Prerequisite: none
Length: 1 Semester
Grade Level: 9,10,11,12
The world of media is awash in striking images, video, audio and graphic design created to capture our imagination and communicate complex ideas. This class explores the basics of digital photography, video, audio, graphics creation, multimedia, and Internet technologies as vehicles for expression. Emphasis is placed on personal expression of complex ideas, leadership, and skills development. Students are exposed to the value of being not just consumers but also authors and publishers of media. Issues are raised and discussed about modern expression and its implications.


Visual Communications A, B

Credit: Occupational
Prerequisite:Introduction to Communication Arts or previous Visual Communications
Length 1 semester (may be repeated)
Grade:9,10,11,12
Fee:$25.00(Lab Fee)
Students will learn abut visual communications through hands-on projects. The course includes advanced photography principles and skill development. It also includes advanced visual presentation using computer-aided techniques as well as image scanning and manipulation. Students work with black and white film exposure, development and printing, visual presentation, software (Adobe Photoshop), basic web design (Macromedia, Dream-Weaver), and related computer applications.


Web Developement A,B

Credit: Occupational
Prerequisite: Introduction to Communication Arts or previous Web Development
Length 1 Semester(May be repeated)
Grade Level: 9,10,11,12
Takes students through the basic steps involved in authoring and producing HTML documents, placing them on a web server, and maintaining a site. Also covered will be working with new possibilities in text, images, sound and video content on the Web. This will require gaining competency in the use of a number of multimedia authoring applications. Students will be actively involved in producing both their own pages and pages they develop in partnership with other classes at Capital High School and other schools in the district or county.


Generation TECH/IB A,B

Credit: Occupational, IB Elective
Prerequisite: Introduction to Communication Arts or Previous Generation TECH/IB
Length 1 Semester (May be repeated) IB-one year
Grade Level: 9,10,11,12
Students will develop skills in problem solving, computer technology support, telecommunications, interpersonal communications and leadership. “On the job training” will be the main mode of instruction. Rather than using a book for the class these students will be writing the book, literally. Daily logs, based on each days activities and experiences, will be maintained by each student. Students will become proficient in the use of telecommunications through the use of the Internet. They will become information resources for each other by helping locate sources for computer support and projects that would be helpful for teachers’ infusion of technology in to the classroom. Leadership opportunities will be present on a daily basis as these students interact with school staff members and students. As resources for information they will need to develop good communication and people skills.


Capital News Service (CNS) A,B

Credit: Occupational
Prerequisite: Introduction to Communication Arts or previous Capital News Service
Length: 1 Semester (May be repeated)
Grade Level: 9,10,11,12
This course includes the study of the many skills required to plan and produce videos. Techniques for developing, writing, and filming news; developing features and editorials; and using the audio and visual equipment will be studied. This class is responsible for the production of the Capital News Service Program. Colleges and NCAA do not accept this course for English credit.


Baic Mechanical Drafting Technology I A,B

Credit: Occupational
Prerequisite: None
Length: 2 Semesters
Grade Level: 9,10,11,12
This is an elective coursein which drafting machines and Parallel Rules are used to draw many different types of drawings ranging from simple orthographic projections to more complex exploded isometrics and surface developments, and introduction to CAD.


Adv. Engineering Drafting 2 A, B

CreditOccupational
Prerequisite: 1 year of Basic Drafting Technology I
Length: 1 Year
grade Level: 10,11,12
The students will expand on the knowledge gained in Drafting Technology I, including fasteners and basic ACAD skills.


Architectural Drafting 2A, B

Credit:Occupational
Prerequisite:1 semester of Basic Mechanical Drafting
Length: 1 Year Grade Level: 10,11,12
This is an elective course in which the students will develop drafting skills using ACAD and board work and be introduced to various areas of home design including floors, foundations, roofs, elevation, and 1 pt. and 2 pt. perspectives and ACAD skills.


Advanced Architectural Drafting 3 A, B

Credit: Occupational
Prerequisite:1 Year Architectural Drafting II
Length: 1 Year
Grade Level: 11, 12
Requirement: ACAD computer skills
This is an elective course in which the advanced drafting students will develop skills in the use of ACAD drafting


Advanced Architectural Drafting 4 A, B

Credit: Occupational
Prerequisite: Architectural Drafting III
Length: 1 Year
Grade Level: 12
Requirements: ACAD Computer Skills
This is an elective course in which the advanced drafting students will develop advanced skills in ACAD drafting and prepareing portfolios.


Metals/Welding Technology A,B

Credit:Occupational
Prerequisite: Basic Math Skills*
Length: 1 Semester (May be Repeated)
Grade Level: 9,10,11,12
The students will learn and practice welding techniques necessary for the metal working industry or hobby applications. Individual and group activities are designed to simulate industrial welding operations. A major portion of each class is spent working on projects in a large, well-equipped laboratory classroom. Student will prepare a portfolio of their work. *Note: Appropriate basic math skills to read rulers, add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions, decimals, and whole numbers.


Power Technology A,B

(Beginning/Advanced)
Credit:Occupational
Prerequisite Basic Math Skills* Advanced status requires a "B' grade or better and teacher's approval
Length: 1 Semester (May be repeated)
Grade Level: 9,10,11,12
The students will learn the basics of various small engine and power systems through discussion, demonstration, and actual hands-on practice in a laboratory classroom. Students will have an opportunity to explore and develop skills in the maintenance, repair, and diagnosis of small engines and power systems. Students will prepare a portfolio of their work.*Note: Appropriate basic math skills to read rulers, add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions, decimals, and whole numbers.


Woods Technology

Credit: Occupational
Prerequisite: Basic Math Skills * Advanced status requires a "B" grade or better and a teacher's approval.
Length: 1 Semester (May be repeated)
Grade Level: 9,10,11,12
Students will learn and practice creative woodworking techniques necessary for the woodworking industry or the woodworking hobbyist. Individual and group activities are designed to simulate industrial woodworking operations. A major portion of each class is spent working on projects in a large, well-equipped laboratory classroom Students will prepare a portfolio of their work.*Note: Appropriate basic math skills to read rulers, add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions, decimals, and whole numbers.