Students will study concepts about technological systems and the influences these systems have at home, in communities, and at work. This course satisfies the Technology Applications Credit required for high school graduation. Technology Systems Computer Applications is a exploratory course designed to permit students to explore the use of computers in the communication, construction, energy, power, transportation, and manufacturing fields. This course satisfies the Technology Application credit required for high school graduation. This course introduces students to the concepts of technical communication.
Students explore resources, processes, management, and products in the area of technical drawing.
The course emphasizes problem solving, design principles, technical standards and the use of drafting equipment including the IBM Auto CAD system. This course focuses on the design, planning, and technical communication associated with construction systems. Emphasis is placed on the production of drawings and media related to residential and commercial architecture, illustration and presentation, and municipal and public utilities. Current residential practices and city building codes are also addressed. This is a Tech Prep course that can earn credit at NCTC toward an AAS in Drafting Technology.