Student Syllabus
Technology Education (Manufacturing)
Woodford Co. Middle School

1.  Course Description:  Technology Education at Woodford Co. Middle School allows students to explore the cluster area of Manufacturing, with an additional emphasis on drafting, CAD (computer aided drafting), and creative problem solving.  The students can then apply this knowledge to future educational and career choices.

This gives the students an opportunity to look at the many technological areas for better preparation in making decisions about personal needs and future goals.

2.  Class Duration:  75 minutes

3.  Class Size:  18

4.  Materials furnished by student:  Minimal

5.  Textbook:  None required

6.  Grading Policy:  20% of grade will result from tests and written assignments; 80% from projects and/or lab work.

7.  Objectives:  To create learning situations that will cause the student to become one who:

a.	Has an understanding of safety as it relates to technology in the work place.
b.	Is skilled in the use of the English measuring system.
c.	Develops an understanding of the many different types of tools used in the world of technology.
d.	Develops an understanding of manufacturing as it relates to mass production.
e.	Develops an understanding of the communication industry.
f.	Develops an understanding of Robotics.
g.	Develops an understanding of Computer Aided Drafting.
h.	Develops an understanding of job interviews.
i.	Develop an understanding of creative problem solving.
j.	Develops an understanding of job applications.
k.	Develops an understanding of teaming as it relates to industry.