Ajax High School
TIJ1OJ Women in Trades, Open, Grade 9
Course Description
This exploratory course introduces students to concepts and skills related to manufacturing
technology, which encompasses technical drawing, properties and preparation
of materials, manufacturing techniques, and control systems. Students will develop
an awareness of related environmental and societal issues, and will begin to explore
secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the field.
Prerequisite: None
Course Content and Overall Expectations
A. TECHNOLOGY FUNDAMENTALS
By the end of this course, students will
A1. demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts and skills required in
the planning
and development of a product or service, including the use of a design process
and/or other
problem-solving processes and techniques;
A2. demonstrate the ability to use a variety of appropriate methods to communicate
ideas and solutions;
A3. evaluate products or services in relation to specifications, user requirements, and
operating conditions.
B. TECHNOLOGICAL SKILLS
By the end of this course, students will
B1. use problem-solving processes and project-management strategies in the planning
and fabrication
of a product or delivery of a service;
B2. fabricate products or deliver services, using a variety of resources.
C. TECHNOLOGY,THE ENVIRONMENT, AND SOCIETY
By the end of this course, students will
C1. demonstrate an awareness of the effects of various technologies on the
environment;
C2. demonstrate an awareness of how various technologies affect society, as well as
how society
influences technological developments.
D. PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
By the end of this course, students will
D1. follow safe practices and procedures when using materials, tools, and equipment;
D2. identify careers in various technological fields, and describe the educational
requirements for them
Assessment and Evaluation
Each course is evaluated on the basis of the following four categories of achievement:
Knowledge and Understanding 20 %
(Concepts, terms, factual knowledge and understanding of relationships)
Oral and Written Communication 20 %
(presentations/ demonstrations, research activities)
Thinking/Inquiry 20 %
(lab skills, use of materials, lab records, problem solving)
Application 40 %
(Relationships among science, society and technology)
For a more detailed explanation of methods used see page 2 of this outline.
Learning Skills: All students will be assessed on the following learning skills: works
independently, teamwork, organization, work habits, homework completion and
initiative. The categories for assessment are: excellent, good satisfactory or needs
improvement.
Classroom Requirements
Textbook: -several texts and other printed materials will be used as resource
material
- If the student damages a textbook, a damage fee will be levied
The Technological Education Department requires that all book bags and
jackets be left in student lockers and that only required classroom materials be
brought into the shop or classroom facilities. No food or drinks are allowed (for
exceptions see Ajax High School Code of Conduct)
Other Requirements :
all students must use a 3-ring binder or duotang which contains lined paper.
Pens, pencils, ruler, eraser
3-10 wire coat hangers (# dependant upon design used for welding project)
an imagination
an open mind and a positive attitude
respect for yourself, others and the property around you
LATE AND/OR MISSED ASSESSMENT TASKS
It is the student’s responsibility to review school and subject department
assessment and evaluation policies/procedures carefully. It is the student’s
responsibility to complete all assessment opportunity tasks (projects,
assignments, presentations, etc.) by the due date assigned by the teacher.
If the student is unable to complete a task due to insufficient knowledge or skills,
it is the student’s responsibility to seek assistance from the teacher well in
advance of the due date for the task.
Some task due dates are negotiable, some are absolute and non-negotiable (e.g.,
some Independent Study Unit/Major Project). If a student is unable to complete a
task by a due date, it is the student=s responsibility to discuss the reason(s) with
the teacher, prior to the due date.
If the student does not submit or complete assigned tasks, for either the
negotiated or absolute due dates, that work may not be assessed/evaluated, a
mark penalty may be imposed and/or the student may receive a mark of zero.
If there is a mark penalty, it will be imposed as follows:
Example: For an assignment that is marked out of 100
! 10% marks will be deducted for the first day
! 5% marks for each subsequent day, until such time as the teacher determines a mark of
zero should be applied.
! a weekend will be deemed as one day.
Some due dates cannot be changed (eg. end of unit or term, mark reporting
deadlines). If assessment tasks are not completed, course expectations can not
be evaluated, and a mark of zero may be assigned.
If a student is absent, it remains the student=s responsibility to complete all
assessment tasks, and to catch up on all classroom worked missed.
! If the student is absent due to illness, family emergency, legal matter, etc., he/she must
provide a dated excuse of absence (eg. doctor=s note, parent/guardian note) in order to
submit the assignment or write a missed test on the date of return. Under extenuating
circumstances, the student may be able to negotiate with the teacher, a further due date.
! If the student is absent due to an approved school activity, it is the student=s
responsibility to contact each of his/her subject teachers prior to the date(s), and to
negotiate with the teacher the due dates(s) of all assessment tasks.
! If the student is absent due to a suspension, it is the student=s responsibility to arrange
to complete missed assessment tasks upon the student=s return from suspension..
FINAL COURSE EVALUATIONS
Final course evaluations are compulsory. Students absent from a final evaluation
(eg. examination) will receive a mark of zero unless the prior permission of the
principal is obtained, or a medical certificate is submitted to the office within 24
hours. The medical certificate must state specifically that the student was not
able to attend at the time of the evaluation.
PLAGIARISM AND/OR CHEATING
Plagiarism and/or cheating will result in a mark of zero. Teachers will notify
administration, and parent/guardian of the student, and the incident will be
recorded. Repeated offences of plagiarism may result in suspension or
expulsion.
TIJ1OJ Projects
Introductory Skills
Expectations
General Shop Safety-Specific Skill/Machine/Tool safety will be taught in
each unit.
Investigation of Technology
Problem Solving
Communications
Research and Design
Graphic Display
Project: Safety Poster/Contest
Cross Curricular Connections
English
Math
Geography/History
Electronics
Problem Solving and Technical Reading/Writing
Circuit Design
Model Making
Project: Remote Control Electronic Cyborg Mask
Cross Curricular Connections
Math
Science
Brazing
Problem Solving and Technical Reading/Writing
Design and Drafting
Scaling and Enlargements
Project: 2D Brazed Hanging Wall Sculpture
Cross Curricular Connections
Math
Science
Machining Technology
Problem Solving and Technical Reading/Writing
Computer Numeric Control
CNC Mill and CNC Laser Cutter
Project: Name Plate
Design Software: Mastercam
Cross Curricular Connections
Math
Science
History
Computer Programming
Design/Construction Technology
Problem Solving and Technical Reading/Writing
Blueprint Reading/Orthographic \projection
Traditional Woodworking
Project: Hat, Coat, Key Rack and/or Display Shelf
Cross Curricular Connections
Math
Science
Transportation Technology
Problem solving and Technical Reading/Writing
Interpreting data
Understanding the 4 stroke cycle engine
Car Care Clinic
Machine Shop Tour
