Design Communication skills and problem solving are major focuses of the prerequisite course, Fundamentals of Technology. Emphasis is placed on skills and tools central to technology studies and the systems courses, including interpreting technical communication, problem-solving, modeling, safety, testing instrumentation, and technology assessment necessary for understanding contemporary technologies. The systems courses follow a similar course structure, while developing in-depth skills in the specific areas of communication, manufacturing, structural, and transportation systems. This systematic approach to learning about technology prepares students for the rapidly changing technological world by developing skills necessary for adapting to new technologies as they evolve. Through TSA, students learn and apply technical, leadership, social, and civic skills.
Students become effective team members through the use and development of interpersonal skills.
TSA activities are an integral part of the Technology Education program and relate directly to the program outcomes. Access, process, and share information through the use of contemporary tools and processes. Acquire and apply design, problem solving, and leadership skills. Assess the implications of technology upon society, the economy, and the environment. Appreciate the importance of technology and its effect on all aspects of human behavior and systems.