1. Welcome to Technology Education My name is Mr. Oliver I am going to introduce you to some of the modules that you will be working in this semester.

2. Aerospace Explore the solar system Watch videos of space shuttles and rockets Build your own model rocket on the computer Build your own wizard rocket

3. Architectural CAD Learn the steps of building a house Watch a video about construction Use Punch Pro Software to build a house Build your dream house with all the accessories

4. Aviation Learn about the advancements of aircraft Identify the major parts of an airplane Construct a model airplane Learn how to fly an airplane using Flight Simulator

5. Biotechnology Learn how the systems of the human body work Learn about the environment and environmental issues How to grow plants in a hydroponic greenhouse w/o soil

6. CNC Lathe Discusses the history of computer numerical control and the industry standard codes used in CNC systems. Students utilize the Cartesian coordinate system as they learn how to write code, set up a machine, and produce a part to specifications.

7. CNC Mill Covers the history of CNC machines and the industry standard codes used in CNC systems. Students acquire a better understanding of geometry and the Cartesian coordinate system as they read a drawing, write control code, set up a machine, and produce a part to specification.

8. Computer Aided Drafting Start with the basics, learning how to use drawing tools, edit commands, and modify objects Then progress to fully dimensioned, multi- view drawings. Uses AutoCAD 2000

9. Computer Animation Study the history of animation Gain knowledge of animation procedures through the use of text material, computer software, and hands-on activities. Make your own animations using 3-D Choreographer

10. Computer Applications Study a brief history of computers and are introduced to the keyboard, mouse, and other input devices. Students also learn precautions and safety information pertaining to computers.

11. Computer Game Development In this module, students explore game development using Multimedia Fusion. Designed as an introduction to game technology, Students learn how to build their own computer game from the ground up.

12. Computer Special Effects Students use powerful software to learn the basic techniques of special effects such as morphing, caricaturing, and warping. Students also get a sense of how a wide variety of professionals work behind the scenes to create magical characters and scenery in videos and movies.

13. Desktop Publishing Use an industry standard publishing software package to learn the principles of design and layout Recognize how computers have revolutionized the publishing field; they scan, import, and place graphics Make newsletters, business cards, advertisements, and certificates

14. Digital Photography Focuses on the rapidly changing imaging industry. Because of recent advancements in digital imaging and mass storage technologies, employers of all sizes are now capable of producing their own graphics for advertising and training. Professional photographers can now take more pictures for less money, no processing time, and the unlimited ability to edit.

15. Graphic Communications Recognize the importance of graphics throughout history Recognize the first uses for computer graphics Prepare a graphic design for your T-shirt

16. Inventor Students will use the computer drafting program Autodesk Inventor. Students will use the computer drafting program Autodesk Inventor. Student will be able to draw fully dimensioned, multi- view drawings.

17. Landscape Design Landscape design is a combination of art and science Learn how to select appropriate plants for a landscape design Draw a computerized landscape design

18. Materials and Processes Learn how technology and industrial processes convert basic raw materials such as woods, plastics, metals, and ceramics into usable consumer goods and products. Learn about tools, equipment, finishing materials, and manufacturing processes to construct a desk organizer called a DeskJockey.

19. PowerPoint Create dazzling, effective presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint and complete various activities Create a 15 slide PowerPoint of your choice (Interests, Hobbies, Favorite Sports Team)

20. Print Management Allows students to print greeting cards advertisements, flyers, business cards, and brochures.

21. Research and Design Explore the systems of the automobile Discover the history of the automobile in the United States. Experiment with automotive designs Design, construct, and test a CO2 dragster

22. Robotics Students study what automation is, the kinds of robots and what they are used for, and the parts of a robot. Develop a program that makes the robot write the word "HI" on a piece of paper.

23. Structural Engineering Use simulation software to design, construct, and test bridges Learn about the design process and the principles of engineering Use K'NEX to build a bridge

24. Video Production & TV Broadcast Two students work as TV news broadcasters while two other students work as video production engineers Using two camcorders, and other equipment, students apply the principles of television news broadcasting and production by writing, producing, and recording news scripts and commercials for a 30 minute television newscast.

25. Thanks for watching! I hope that you found this PowerPoint informative. You will now rank your modules from favorite to least favorite.