Advanced Technology

Mr. Manack

 

Phone: (814) 288-5757                               Email: bmanack@fasdk12.org

 

Course Goals

• This course focuses on in depth look of the technological systems; construction, manufacturing, transportation, communication, biotechnology.
• Students will engage in design and problem-solving activities to develop, produce, test and analyze the different technological systems.
• This is a laboratory-based course; most coursework is hands-on and will require individual and/or group work.

 

Major Units   (time permitting)

A. Measurement

• Importance of measurement
• Who, what, when, where and why
• Broken down to 16^th scale

     B. Simple Machines ( Rube Goldberg Device)

• Identify types of simple machines
• Levers
• Pulley
• Wheel and Axle
• Inclined Plane
• Screw
• Wedge

C.  Tools/Machine Safety Review

• Identify hand tools and proper use
• Identify power hand tools and their use
• Lab equipment safety and operation
  • Compound Sliding Miter Saw
  • Radial Arm Saw
  • Drill Press
  • Band Saw
  • Disc/belt Sander
  • Table Saw
  • Planer
  • Scroll Saw
  • Jointer
  • Lathe

D. Fasteners Review

• Types of fasteners
• Applications of each type

E. History of Technology

• Define Technology
• Types of Technology
• Design Process

F. Manufacturing

• History of manufacturing
• Types of manufacturing
• Careers in manufacturing

G. Construction

• Types of structures
• Structural materials
• Material loads
• Careers in construction

H. Transportation

• Transportation environments
  • Land
  • Air
  • Water
  • Space
• Technical Subsystems for each environment
• Careers in transportation

 I.  Bio-technology

• Alternative energy
• Composting
• Hydroponics
• Medical technologies

Grading

• Grades will be based on a point system.  Points will be assigned for in class assignments, group work, projects, journals, homework, tests, and quizzes.
• Participation will account for ten percent of your grade.  You will lose points if you are not participating or following the rules.
• Due Dates for projects are strictly enforced.  Assignments and homework that are not handed in on time will only be worth half credit.  It is crucial that you are aware of when things are due and to get your assignments in on time.  You are strongly encouraged to come in for extra help or when you need extra time to work on projects!

Tests and Quizzes

• All tests and quizzes will be announced.  If you miss the day of a quiz or test, you will be expected to make it up within two days of your return.  Points will be deducted for any test or quiz not made up in a timely manner.

Cheating Policy

• Students caught cheating on a quiz, test, or classroom assignment will automatically receive a zero on the assignment.  If caught cheating again, a call home will be made and you will be written up.

Absences

• Attendance is very important for this class.  If you are absent, you are responsible for getting the assignments you have missed when you return and completing them in a timely manner.

Materials

• You must have a notebook for this course.  All notebooks/journal entries will be graded. You should bring a writing utensil to every class in the event we are taking notes or completing written assignments! 
• Most supplies are provided for you; however some material may be the student’s responsibility.