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TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION DEPARTMENTThe Technology Education Department offers elective programs in six instructional areas. The subjects presented relate to the world of work in skill exploration and development, career exploration, and video production. In today’s rapidly changing technological world, solving technical problems and developing the ability to obtain technical information is of critical importance. All subject areas deal with materials specific to that area, processes using appropriate materials, and the safe and proper use of materials and equipment. Courses Offered:
Intro. CAD. 703 College Preparatory Grades 9,10,11,12 Semester 2.5 Credits Technical Drawing I is an introductory course in which students will become familiar with basic drafting procedures. Students will learn to use drafting equipment to draw multi-view drawings, pictorial view drawings (isometric, oblique, and perspectives), section views and developments. Students will also learn lettering and dimensioning techniques and experience a brief introduction to CAD. This course supports the following Academic Expectation(s): This course assesses the following Academic Expectation(s): Architectural Drafting 711 Honors Grades 11, 12 Prerequisite: Intro. CAD. Full Year 5.0 Credits Students selecting Architectural Drafting will develop a basic and practical knowledge of building construction and architectural drafting. Students will learn basic drafting tools and skills, principle of architectural design, draw floor plans, wall sections, elevations, and detail drawings. Each student will design and draw plans for a small residence. Students will be exposed to CAD systems as they relate to architectural drawing. This course supports the following Academic Expectation(s): This course assesses the following Academic Expectation(s): Engineering Drawing 701 Honors Grades 11, 12 Prerequisite: Intro. CAD. Full Year 5.0 Credits Engineering Drawing is designed to meet the needs of students planning to enter a technical or engineering program. Students will review multi-view projection, pictorial drawings, and then move on to study advanced drafting applications. Students will learn to draw secondary auxiliary views, intersections, revolutions, perspectives, and cams and gears as they complete over forty drawings and two problem-solving projects. Experiences using CAD will be provided in this course. This course supports the following Academic Expectation(s): This course assesses the following Academic Expectation(s): Computer Aided Drafting 756 Honors Grades 11, 12 Prerequisite: Intro. CAD. Full Year 5.0 Credits Students will use computer-aided drafting (CAD) and drawing board theory to develop a working knowledge of the following topics: multi-view drawing, pictorial-view drawing, dimensioning, sectioning, auxiliary views development, and descriptive geometry. Students will draft five to six computer drawings for each of these topics. This course is appropriate for students who are interested in careers in engineering or architecture as well as students who plan to enter the workforce directly from high school. Through formal articulation agreements with Mass Bay Community College, students enrolled in Computer Aided Drafting with a grade of “B” or better are eligible for college credits at this community college. This course supports the following Academic Expectation(s): This course assesses the following Academic Expectation(s): Video Production I 740 College Preparatory Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Semester 2.5 credits This course is an introduction into the world of video production and all that it encompasses. Students will learn to shoot and edit commercials, news stories, and short films as well as other useful production techniques that are used by professionals. The course will cover planning a small video production, then move onto the functions of today's' modern cameras using the Mini-DV format. Finally students will learn how to use computer editing programs to assemble the final product. In addition, students will be asked to incorporate graphics and music into their videos to complete their projects. The majority of the class will be a hands-on learning experience where the student will be able to break into the world of video production. This course supports the following Academic Expectation(s):1A, 1B, 2, 3B, 4A, 4B This course assesses the following Academic Expectation(s): 1D, 1E, 3A, 3C, 3D Video Production II 741 College Preparatory Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Semester 2.5 credits Build upon the skills obtained in Video Production I and prepare yourself for a possible career in the world of television and film. Students will use professional grade cameras and industry standard editing programs to create a variety of projects for their "clients." Topics covered in the course will include proper camera techniques, how to record sound properly and different methods used to make a video "visually appealing." Students will also be encouraged to engage in projects that will be beneficial to FHS and the Town of Franklin. This course supports the following Academic Expectation(s): 1A, 1B, 2, 3B, 4A, 4B This course assesses the following Academic Expectation(s): 1D, 1E, 3A, 3C, 3D Woodworking I 699 College Preparatory Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Semester 2.5 Credits Woodworking I introduces the student to the use of wood through the design, planning, and construction of useful projects. Students will be introduced to the woodworking industry. Proper use, care, and safety procedures for each tool and machine will be demonstrated. Students will learn methods of cutting, shaping, fastening, and finishing wood products. Students will jointly design and apply assembly and furniture-making processes plus various finishing techniques to their own projects. Occupational opportunities in the woodworking industry will also be explored. This course supports the following Academic Expectation(s): This course assesses the following Academic Expectation(s): Woodworking II 7 13 College Preparatory Grades 10, 11, 12 Pre-requisite C+ in Wood I Full Year 5.0 Credits Woodworking II students will receive a short review of machine processes covered in Wood I. Woodworking machinery and portable power tools not covered in Wood I will be discussed and demonstrated. Students will be expected to learn complex set up and machine operations. Furniture construction, techniques and design will be discussed along with methods of sound cabinet making. The central project of the course will be the construction of a unit of furniture and/or cabinet. Students will design, construct, assemble, and apply a finish to their own project. Students should be aware of their responsibility for covering the cost of the materials they use in this course. This course supports the following Academic Expectation(s): This course assesses the following Academic Expectation(s): Woodworking III 723 College Preparatory (Furniture, Cabinet Making, and Light Construction) Grades 11, 12 Pre-requisite C+ in Wood II Full Year 5.0 Credits Woodworking III is a continuation of Woodworking II. Students will be given a review of operations and safety procedures on all machinery available. Each student will receive instruction on contemporary and traditional design techniques, which will be incorporated into his/her own project goal. A student will design his/her own project, complete a set of working drawings, construct the project using complex woodworking skills, and properly finish the project. The students will also be exposed to “light construction” using the vehicle of constructing a “shed” which will incorporate many residential building techniques. Students should be aware of their responsibility of covering the cost of materials used. This course supports the following Academic Expectation(s): This course assesses the following Academic Expectation(s): Woodworking IV 732 College Preparatory (Independent Woodworking) Grades 11, 12 Pre-requisite C+ or better in Wood III Full Year 5.0 Credits Woodworking IV will provide many options for the advanced student. The alternative will be “light construction,” personal projects, or involvement in the construction of furniture or cabinets, which are made and manufactured for the Franklin School Department. Employment opportunities in construction as well as basic carpentry skills will be covered. This course supports the following Academic Expectation(s): This course assesses the following Academic Expectation(s): |
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