TECHNOLOGY     

Technological education works from the idea that students learn best by doing. The curriculum is an activity-based, project-driven approach to learning that provides students with knowledge and skills that can be put to immediate use. This approach to technology makes these courses relevant to both the personal and career interests of everyone. Regardless of whether you are interested in engineering, home construction, design, musical instrument building or woodworking, there is a place for you.

No introduction to technology courses would be complete without a reference to the rapidly expanding opportunities for technologically oriented high school graduates. While the demand for designers, architects, and engineers remains very high, the need for people qualified in skilled trades has reached critical proportions in many areas. High school students interested in this career path can be supported in their preparations through the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) while working on their diploma.

At KCVI we begin in grade 9 emphasizing integrated technologies. In grades 10-12 we focus on design, communication, and manufacturing. Each year students can participate in the Skills Canada Competition where they work on design challenges that balance creative thinking and skill application. The KCVI technology story must include a mention of two unique Focus Programs: Guitar Building and Radio Broadcasting. These two programs represent well the unique combinations art and science and the integration of theory and practice found in this subject area.

TECHNOLOGY PREREQUISITE FLOW CHART

TECHNOLOGY COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

TIJ1OK            Exploring Technologies, Grade 9, Open

This course enables students to further explore and develop technological knowledge and skills introduced in the elementary science and technology program. Students will be given the opportunity to design and create products and/or provide services related to the various technological areas or industries, working with a variety of tools, equipment, and software commonly used in industry. Students will develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues, and will begin to explore secondary and postsecondary education and training pathways leading to careers in technology-related fields.

Prerequisite: None

TCJ2OK          Construction Technology, Grade 10, Open

This course introduces students to building materials and processes through opportunities to design and build various construction projects. Students will learn to create and read working drawings; become familiar with common construction materials, components, and processes; and perform a variety of fabrication, assembly, and finishing operations. They will use a variety of hand and power tools and apply knowledge of imperial and metric systems of measurement, as appropriate. Students will develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and will explore secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the industry.

This course is project driven, activity based and student centered. Progressively more challenging projects will introduce students to the safe use and operation of woodworking tools and power machinery. A foundation of skills and knowledge in the cabinet making/woodworking field will include project organization, material preparation, characteristics of wood, solid wood construction (joinery), cutting jigs, gluing, clamping and finishing. Students will gain valuable transferable skills throughout this course.

Prerequisite: None

TGJ2OK          Communications Technology, Grade 10, Open

Please see the Computer Studies section.

ICS2OK           Introduction to Computer Studies, Grade 10, Open

Please see the Computer Studies section.

TCJ3CK          Construction Engineering Technology, Grade 11, College Preparation

This course focuses on the development of knowledge and skills related to residential construction. Students will gain hands on experience using a variety of construction materials, processes, tools, and equipment; learn about building design and planning construction projects; create and interpret working drawings and sections; and learn how the Ontario Building Code and other regulations and standards apply to construction projects.  Students will also develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and explore career opportunities in the field.

Prerequisite: None

TWJ3EK         Custom Woodworking, Grade 11, Workplace Preparation

This course enables students to develop knowledge and skills related to cabinet making and furniture making. Students will gain practical experience using a variety of the materials, tools, equipment, and joinery techniques associated with custom woodworking. Students will learn to create and interpret technical drawings and will plan, design, and fabricate projects.  They will also develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to the woodworking industry, and explore apprenticeships, postsecondary training, and career opportunities in the field that may be pursued directly after graduation.

This course is project driven, activity based and student centered. This course will expand on the skills and knowledge learned in TMJ2OK. It encourages careful planning, layout and construction of a project with an emphasis on how we work. Familiar themes such as the safe use and operation of woodworking tools and power machinery will be revisited. A greater level of ability will be required to expand on previous areas of study. Students will be introduced to the following areas of study: furniture design, hand and layout tools, hand power tools, sheet good construction, cutting jigs, and machine techniques. This course will prepare students for entry into community college and level 1 Carpentry apprenticeship.

Recommended Prerequisite: TCJ2O

TGJ3MK          Communications Technology, Grade 11, University/College Preparation

Please see the Computer Studies section.

TEJ3MK          Computer Engineering Technology, Grade 11, University/College Preparation

Please see the Computer Studies section.

TCJ4CK          Construction Engineering Technology, Grade 12, College Preparation

This course enables students to further develop knowledge and skills related to residential construction and to explore light commercial construction. Students will gain hands on experience using a variety of materials, processes, tools, and equipment and will learn more about building design and project planning. They will continue to create and interpret construction drawings and will extend their knowledge of construction terminology and of relevant building codes and regulations, as well as health and safety standards and practices. Students will also focus on environmental and societal issues related to construction engineering technology, and explore career opportunities in the field.

Prerequisite: TCJ3CK

TWJ4EK         Custom Woodworking, Grade 12, Workplace Preparation

This course enables students to further develop knowledge and skills related to the planning, design, and construction of cabinets and furniture for residential and/or commercial projects.  Students will gain further experience in the safe use of common woodworking materials, tools, equipment, finishes, and hardware, and will learn about the entrepreneurial skills needed to establish and operate a custom woodworking business. Students will also expand their awareness of health and safety issues and environmental and societal issues related to woodworking, and will explore career opportunities that may be pursued directly after graduation.

This course is project driven, activity based and student centered. This course will expand on the skills and knowledge learned in TMJ3CF. It encourages careful planning, layout and construction of a project. A higher degree of planning and a wider variety of machine and hand tool operations will be incorporated into students’ projects. Ideally, students will be involved with custom projects solicited from the community or home. Students will be introduced to the following areas of study: advanced cutting jigs and template work, production items, bending wood, machine maintenance, workshop math, and employability skills. This course will prepare students for entry into community college and level 1 Carpentry apprenticeship.

Prerequisite: TWJ3EK

TGJ4MK          Communications Technology, Grade 12, University/College Preparation

Please see the Computer Studies section.

TEJ4MK          Computer Engineering Technology, Grade 12, University/College Preparation

Please see the Computer Studies section.