Exploring Technologies (TIJ1O)

By the end of this course, students will:

• demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts and skills required in the planning and development of a product or service, including the use of a design process and/or other problem-solving processes and techniques;
• demonstrate the ability to use a variety of appropriate methods to communicate ideas and solutions;
• evaluate products or services in relation to specifications, user requirements, and operating conditions.

By the end of this course, students will:

• use problem-solving processes and project-management strategies in the planning and fabrication of a product or delivery of a service;
• fabricate products or deliver services, using a variety of resources.

By the end of this course, students will:

• demonstrate an awareness of the effects of various technologies on the environment;
• demonstrate an awareness of how various technologies affect society, as well as how society influences technological developments.

By the end of this course, students will:

• follow safe practices and procedures when using materials, tools, and equipment;
• identify careers in various technological fields, and describe the educational requirements for them.