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SAMPLE Sequence of Courses for ► Instructional Leaders ► Administrators ► Counselors ► Teachers/Faculty
Below are suggested courses that could result from steps 1-6 above. However, as an educational institution, course titles, descriptions and the sequence will be your own. This is a good model of courses for you to use as an example and to help you jump-start your process. Course content may be taught as concepts within other courses, or as modules or units of instruction.
 | The following courses are based on the Cluster Foundation Knowledge and Skills found at http://www.careerclusters.org/resources/pos_ks/FoundationKSCharts/2008/STEM-169-KSCHART.xls. These skills are reinforced through participation in student organization activities.  All courses should include awareness of energy conservation measures/"green computing" and general security and legal responsibilities.
 | Expectation
 | Learners will study the nature of technology and demonstrate knowledge of the functions of STEM in business and industry. Emphasis will be placed on maintaining a safe working environment, energy conservation, ethics, and on building interpersonal skills needed for working in the IT environment. Students will demonstrate appropriate knowledge and behaviors of legal responsibilities by IT professionals. Students will explore a variety of IT career opportunities and develop a personal career plan to meet their career goals and objectives. This may be taught as a career exploration course component or as a course in conjunction with other foundation [NAME] courses.
 | Introductory Level Course Options (one or more)
 | Foundation/Introductory Course Option #1
 | 10004 Computer Applications:  Students will use technology tools to manage personal schedules and contact information, create memos and notes, prepare simple reports and other business communications, manage computer operations and file storage, and use electronic mail, Internet applications and potentially GIS to communicate, search for and access information. Students will develop skills related to word processing, database management and spreadsheet applications. Students will demonstrate knowledge of hardware components, classes of software, basic data communications components and trends, and technical knowledge of the Internet including Internet protocols. Students will demonstrate understanding of Internet security issues, how to use and troubleshoot Internet connections including Internet software, how to use virus protection techniques and how to use the Internet to communicate and collaborate. Students will install and configure software programs, demonstrate knowledge of Web page basics, apply knowledge of operating system principles, employ computer system interfaces and demonstrate a basic knowledge of quality assurance concepts.
 | Foundation/Introductory Course Option #2
 | 10002 Computing Systems:  Computing Systems courses offer a broad exploration of the use of computers in a variety of fields. These courses have a considerable range of content, but typically include the introduction of robotics and control systems, computer-assisted design, computer-aided manufacturing systems, and other computer technologies as they relate to industry applications.  -- Students will demonstrate knowledge and problem-solving skills in the area of operating systems and computer hardware. This would include, but not be limited to, storage and drives, system boards, processors, memory, peripherals and networks. Emphasis will be placed on speech and client-oriented communication skills.  Students will demonstrate knowledge of hardware components, classes of software, basic data communications components and trends, and technical knowledge of the Internet including Internet protocols. Students will demonstrate understanding of Internet security issues, how to use and troubleshoot Internet connections including Internet software, how to use virus protection techniques and how to use the Internet to communicate and collaborate. Students will install and configure software programs, demonstrate knowledge of Web page basics, apply knowledge of operating system principles, employ computer system interfaces and demonstrate a basic knowledge of quality assurance concepts.
 | Foundation/Introductory Course Option #3
 | 03153 Principles of Technology Principles of Technology courses focus on the study of the forces and laws of nature and their application to modern technology. Equilibrium, motion,  momentum, energy conversion, electromagnetism, and optical phenomena are presented in the context of current, real-world applications. Demonstrations, math labs, and applied laboratory experiments are an integral part of the Principles of Technology curriculum. These courses enable students to gain a solid foundation for careers in electronics, robotics, telecommunications, and other technological fields. Pre-Engineering Technology courses integrate technology-oriented applications of mathematics and science into pre-engineering activities for students. Course topics may include material sciences, technology processes, enterprises, and career opportunities. Engineering Applications courses provide students with an overview of the practical uses of a variety of engineering applications. Topics covered usually include hydraulics, pneumatics, computer interfacing, robotics, computer-aided design, computer numerical control, and electronics.
 | Foundation/Introductory Course Option #5
 | 21001 Pre-Engineering Technology Pre-Engineering Technology courses integrate technology-oriented applications of mathematics and science into pre-engineering activities for students. Course topics may include material sciences, technology processes, enterprises, and career opportunities. Engineering Technology courses provide students with the opportunity to focus on one or more areas of industrial technology. Students apply technological processes to solve real engineering problems; develop the knowledge and skills to design, modify, use, and apply technology; and may also design and build prototypes and working models. Topics covered in the course include the nature of technology, use of technology, and design processes.
 | Foundation/Introductory Course Option #6
 | 21002 Engineering Applications Engineering Applications courses provide students with an overview of the practical uses of a variety of engineering applications. Topics covered usually include hydraulics, pneumatics, computer interfacing, robotics, computer-aided design, computer numerical control, and electronics.
 | Foundation/Introductory Course Option #7
 | 21003 Engineering Technology Engineering Technology courses provide students with the opportunity to focus on one or more areas of industrial technology. Students apply technological processes to solve real engineering problems; develop the knowledge and skills to design, modify, use, and apply technology; and may also design and build prototypes and working models. Topics covered in the course include the nature of technology, use of technology, and design processes.
 | The following courses are based on the Cluster Foundation Knowledge and Skills as well as the Pathway Knowledge and Skills found at http://www.careerclusters.org. These skills are reinforced through participation in student organization activities.
 | Technical Level Course Options (one or more)
 | 03006 Meteorology Meteorology courses examine the properties of the earth’s atmosphere. Topics usually include atmospheric layering, changing pressures, winds, water vapor, air masses, fronts, temperature changes and weather forecasting. Principles of Engineering courses provide students with an understanding of the engineering/technology field. Students typically explore how engineers use various technology systems and manufacturing processes to solve problems; they may also gain an appreciation of the social and political consequences of technological change.
 | 10210 - Animation This course emphasizes the development of digitally generated and/or computerenhanced media, including 2D and 3D spatial elements, graphic representation, management of movement, environmental representation [including texture, color, value, form, line, and space], recording media, and distribution tools and methodologies. Instruction provides venue for such sophisticated, programming sequences and methodologies as are integrated into actions of the characters creating new behaviors.
 | 21009 Robotics Robotics courses develop and expand students’ skills and knowledge so that they can design and develop robotic devices. Topics covered in the course may include mechanics, electrical and motor controls, pneumatics, computer basics, and programmable logic controllers.
 | 21055 Aerospace Technology Aerospace Technology courses introduce students to the technology systems used in the aerospace industry and their interrelationships. Examples of such  systems include satellite communications systems, composite materials in airframe manufacturing, space station constructions techniques, space shuttle propulsion systems, aerostatics, and aerodynamics. Technology Innovation and Assessment courses use engineering design activities to help students understand how criteria, constraints, and processes affect design solutions and provide students with the skills to systematically assess technological developments or solutions. Course topics may include brainstorming, visualizing, modeling, simulating, constructing, testing, and refining designs.
 | 21111 GIS Technology GIS Technology courses provide familiarity with tools necessary to design and utilize discipline specific data. Areas covered are: Mapping, Cartography and Computer Assisted Drafting, Photogrammetry and [NAME], [NAME], and Geographic Information Display Systems. Students will learn to identify appropriate tools for specific tasks and work with data input from maps, aerial photos, and satellite imagery to build further representation utilizing the tools covered.
 | Application Level Course Options (one or more)
 | 21112 GIS Spatial Applications GIS Spatial Applications courses apply technology skills to build and utilize representations of three-dimensional space to provide location information, data collection, and statistical information to build representations appropriate for use in areas such as conservation, urban planning, flight, human networks, geographic surveying and topography, and patterns and processes related to multidimensional data.
 | 21011 Civil Engineering Civil Engineering courses expose students to the concepts and skills used by urban planners, developers, and builders. Students may be trained in soil sampling and analysis, topography and surveying, and drafting or blueprint-reading. Additional course topics may include traffic analysis, geologic principles, and urban design.
 | 21012 Civil Engineering and Architecture Civil Engineering and Architecture courses provide students with an overview of the fields of Civil Engineering and Architecture while emphasizing the interrelationship of both fields. Students typically use software to address real world problems and to communicate the solutions that they develop. Course topics typically include the roles of civil engineers and architects, project-planning, site-planning, building design, project documentation, and presentation.
 | 21013 Aerospace Engineering Aerospace Engineering courses introduce students to the world of aeronautics, flight, and engineering. Topics covered in the course may include the history of  light, aerodynamics and aerodynamics testing, flight systems, astronautics, space life systems, aerospace materials, and systems engineering.
 | 21053 Emerging Technologies Emerging Technologies courses emphasize students’ exposure to and understanding of new and emerging technologies. The range of technological issues varies widely but typically include lasers, fiber options, electronics, robotics, computer technologies, CAD/CAM, communication modalities, and transportation technologies.
 | 21205 Project Management and Resource Scheduling Project Management courses provide students with the information and skills necessary for success in managing projects and operating logistical ventures in technology, business, and industry. This course covers scheduling of resources (including personnel, budget, timelines, and equipment), utilization of [NAME] charts, economic principles within the workplace, and risk management. Other possible topics include developing a business plan, finance, business law, marketing and promotion strategies, insurance employee/employer relations, problem-solving and decision-making, and building leadership skills. These courses may also incorporate a survey of the careers within technology and engineering industries.