APPLIED ARTS & TECHNOLOGY

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Introductory Robotics A, B

Credit: CTE or Elective Recommended
Prerequisite: None Length: 1 year
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Student Leadership Organization: FIRST
Supplies: USB Drive (Storage) is recommended NOT required

We believe doing is learning. This course will introduce students to engineering concepts and technology design through the Lego EV3 Robotics system. Students will learn and apply principles of basic Mechanical Engineering, introductory programming using a graphical interface (pictures) and fundamental Computer Science concepts. Working in teams, students will use applied math and science along with their newfound technology skills to design, build and program a variety of robots to meet interesting challenges. Students will also have the opportunity to learn basic Java programming to control the robots, prepare for the Robotics Engineering class and for future robotics competitions. Teamwork is a requirement for this class. All work is done in teams. No prior programming or engineering experience is required

Robotics Engineering A, B

Credit: CTE or Elective
Recommended Prerequisite: None, Introductory Robotics (CHS or OSD middle school) helpful
Length: 1 year (may be repeated)
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Student Leadership Organization: FIRST

Robotics Engineering teaches and give students the skills needed for the next level of engineering and software design. Students will design, build, program and drive robots to compete in the international FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) competitions. Using Mechanical Engineering, students will design, and build robots using metal-based systems. In Software Engineering, students program their robots using JAVA in the Android studio learning environment. In Electrical Engineering, students will work with heavy-duty DC motors, precision servo motors, advanced electronic sensors, associated power systems and more. In Computer Science Engineering, students will integrate remote control systems and wireless event control systems.

Students will form teams to tackle the FIRST Tech Challenge’s yearly game through a combination of autonomous and remote- controlled robotics systems. There is out-of-class and weekend requirements for this class. All students will be competing on a First Tech Challenge (FTC) Team and expected at all competitions/activities. No prior programming or engineering experience is required

Robotics 1: Introduction & Applied Science A, B

Credit: CTE, Science or Elective
Recommended Prerequisite: None
Length: 1 year
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Student Leadership Organization: FIRST

This course will introduce students to engineering concepts and technology design through the Lego EV3 Robotics system. Students learn and apply principles of Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and Systems Design Engineering. Working in engineering teams, students use applied math and science along with their newfound technology skills to design, build and program a variety of robots to meet challenging specifications. No prior programming experience is required. Students must receive a passing grade in the first semester to continue with the course in the second semester.

American Sign Language 1 A, B Credit: CTE or Elective

Recommended Prerequisite: None
Length: 1 year
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Student Leadership Organization: ASL Honor Society

An introduction to American Sign Language that focus on the aspects of the language itself and the culture of the deaf. This course will provide a foundation for everyday communication with the deaf community. Students will learn about the cultural values that deaf people have in their daily lives along with the deaf history and to express by signing in class and outside the classroom. This course will aid students in learning about a variety of careers utilizing ASL in different ways such as being an interpreter or be a teacher of the deaf, and more. Students will know how to interact with the deaf people after high school. The classroom environment has a no - voice zone policy as it is the best way to learn ASL, and they will be expected to do homework through a mode of video recording equipment in class in addition to other assignments outside the classroom. There may be one or two guest speakers come to or via webcam in class to describe their experience as a deaf person. Students must maintain a C- or 70% to remain in the class for second semester and to move on to the next level.

American Sign Language 2 A, B

Credit: CTE or Elective
Recommended Prerequisite: American Sign Language 1 with 70 % (C-) or above
Length: 1 year
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Student Leadership Organization: ASL Honor Society

American Sign Language 11 is a continuation of American Sign Language 1 that focus more on the aspects of the language itself and the culture of the deaf. Students will learn to use specific phrases and understand the usage of the language in class. Students are expected to participate and demonstrate their proficiency in signing and reception for the teacher and the peers both live and through the video in class as well. This class continues to have a no-voice zone policy as it is the best way to learn American Sign Language. Guest speakers (if available) will come to class and present about experiences and careers they have chosen that use ASL. Students must have maintained a C- or 70% prior to enrolling and to enter the second semester. Screening for ASL 11 for transfer students is preferred if possible.