DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY
Course#: 840300
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: one
Design and Technology is designed as a foundation high school course in technology education. Students use core technology knowledge to solve open-ended problems and create systems. Laboratory activities engage students in the design process through projects that integrate mathematics, science, and other core subjects. Working in groups, students build and control systems in the development of technology.
BASIC TECHNICAL DRAWING
Course#: 843500
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: one
Students develop basic skills in drawing and study careers related to drafting through the use of Computer-Assisted Drafting (CAD) and other software applications to gain an understanding of the technical drawing processes. This course is recommended for students interested in technical drawing, interior design, fashion design, decorating, construction, architecture, or engineering careers.
ENGINEERING DRAWING
Course#: 843600
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: one
Prerequisite: Basic Technical Drawing
Students gain an understanding of technical drawing careers in modern industry. The course includes engineering-drafting problems, use of Computer-Assisted Drafting (CAD) equipment, and drafting skills and techniques. Students use handbook of standards and specifications along with other resource materials. Students interested in engineering or related careers will benefit from this course. Students completing Engineering Drawing (843600) and Basic Technical Drawing (843500) with a grade of "B" or better may be eligible to articulate three credits at the Northern Virginia Community College. In addition, if they complete Art 1 (912000) and Computer Applications (661132) with a grade of "B" or better, they may be eligible to articulate up to eight additional credits at the Northern Virginia Community College.
ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING
Course#: 843700
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: one
Prerequisite: Basic Technical Drawing
Students study the history of architecture, examine various construction techniques, use Computer-Assisted Drafting (CAD) equipment, and design a house. They develop working drawings and specifications as well as a scale model. Students interested in architecture or related careers will benefit from this course. Students completing Art I (912000), Computer Applications (661132), Basic Technical Drawing (843500), and Architectural Drawing (843700) with a grade of "B" or better may be eligible to articulate eight credits with Northern Virginia Community College.
ADVANCED DRAWING
Course#: 843800
Grades: 11, 12
Credit: one
Prerequisite: Engineering Drawing or Architectural Drawing
Students use a graphic language for product design and technical illustration. They increase their understanding of drawing techniques learned in the prerequisite courses. They research design-related fields while identifying the role of advanced drawing and design in manufacturing and construction industry processes. They apply the design process, analyze design solutions, reverse engineer products, create 3-D solid models using Computer-Assisted Drafting (CAD), construct physical models, and create multimedia presentations of finished designs. They complete a work portfolio based on a chosen graphic project.
PRE-ENGINEERING
Course#: 849000
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Credit: one
This course provides for orientation to the careers and challenges of engineering. Students are actively involved with high-tech devices, engineering graphics, and mathematics/scientific principles through problem-solving experiences. Students integrate mathematics, science, and technical writing with technology to solve engineering-based problems. Activities are provided in descriptive geometry, materials science, and technical systems. Focus areas in civil, mechanical, electrical, and aeronautical engineering are explored. Students communicate information through seminars, technical reports, and sharing of ideas.
