Welcome to Applying Technology

What will we be doing this nine weeks? We will be exploring many different subjects related to technology. We will be doing hands on projects We will be working with computers and other Hi-Tech Equipment We will learn how technology affects our lives We will hopefully have fun learning new things

We will use MODULES to help us learn about technology A module consists of a computer, software, and hands on equipment. You will work on a module for seven sessions, and then you will rotate to a new one. Seven module sessions are called one ROTATION You will usually have a partner to work with. The books in your module are called the MODULE LIBRARY There are worksheets in the trays to go with each module

List of Modules Computer Graphics and Animation Robots CNC Manufacturing Computer Aided Design Electricity Creative Solutions CNC Lathe Engineering Bridges

List of Modules (continued) Rocketry and Space ($6.00) Flight Technology Tools and Machines ($6.00)

Some Information You will be able to complete FOUR modules this nine weeks You will get to pick your top two choices of modules You do not get to choose your partner

Our Schedule Orientation – 3 Days Four Module Rotations – 28 days Break out sessions 8 days End of 9 weeks, testing bridges, flying rockets etc. 3 days

Things to Remember Get to class on time No talking between modules You can talk to your partner quietly while working on modules Cooperate with your partner, work together, do your share Attendance is part of your grade, strive to be in school every day Use your class time wisely, stay on task Remain seated during class, no wandering around

More things to remember Treat all equipment with respect No swearing or vulgar language In this class you are responsible for your own learning

Module Procedures Take inventory at the beginning of class Use headphones, be careful with the cords Try to figure out the problems yourself. If you can’t figure it out, then you ask the teacher Don’t adjust the keyboard trays Clean up at the end of class Follow safety rules when working with tools

GRADING AExcellent92-100% BGood83-91% CFair74-82% DPoor67-73% FFailing0-66%

What you need for this class A folder with loose leaf paper (20 sheets) Bring a pencil every day (pencil bag) Calculator Project fee Rockets $6.00 Tools and Machines $6.00 A GOOD ATTITUDE

What do I do If I miss class Make up the time that you missed WHEN? After School is the best time Other optionsHome Base, Study Hall, Before School You have until the end of the next rotation to make up your work If you plan on being gone make up your work before you leave

TSA TSA stands for the Technology Student Association TSA is a club that meets after school We do fun technical projects If you do well here you can go to the state TSA competition in the spring Listen for announcement for when TSA is starting

Ninth Grade Electives Technology Systems- co2 cars, lights and lasers, engineering towers, practical skills, energy and mechanical systems, electronics, build a table or clock, use the lathe to make a pen and pencil set or make a game call, laser engraver, forensic science, plastics and polymers, lights and lasers, gps geocaching Lots of other fun break out sessions

Ninth Grade Electives Invention and Innovation Computer aided design, 3D design and modeling, engineering drawing, model building, photography, design and print t- shirts, mouse pads etc, glass design and etching, radio broadcasting, cnc milling machine, build sumo robots