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TDJ 1O Technological Design

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.

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    GRADE: Reach Ahead 8 & 9
    SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: TDJ 1O Technological Design
    PREREQUISITE: None
    AVAILABLE DATES:


TGJ 1O Communications Tech

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.

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    GRADE: Reach Ahead 8 & 9
    SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: TGJ 1O Communications Tech
    PREREQUISITE: None
    AVAILABLE DATES:

TEJ 1O Computer Technology

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.

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    GRADE: Reach Ahead 8 & 9
    SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: TEJ 1O Computer Technology
    PREREQUISITE: None
    AVAILABLE DATES:

TDJ 1O Technological Design

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.

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    GRADE: Reach Ahead 8 & 9
    SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: TDJ 1O Technological Design
    PREREQUISITE: None
    AVAILABLE DATES:

ICS 20 Introduction to Computer Science

This course introduces students to computer programming. Students will plan and write simple computer programs by applying fundamental programming concepts, and learn to create clear and maintainable internal documentation. They will also learn to manage a computer by studying hardware configurations, software selection, operating system functions, networking, and safe computing practices. Students will also investigate the social impact of computer technologies, and develop an understanding of environmental and ethical issues related to the use of computers.

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    GRADE: Reach Ahead 8 & 9
    SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: ICS 20 Introduction to Computer Science
    PREREQUISITE: None
    AVAILABLE DATES:

TDJ 20 Technological Design

This course provides students with opportunities to apply a design process to meet a variety of technological challenges. Students will research projects, create designs, build models and/or prototypes, and assess products and/or processes using appropriate tools, techniques, and strategies. Student projects may include designs for homes, vehicles, bridges, robotic arms, clothing, or other products. Students will develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to technological design, and will learn about secondary and postsecondary education and training leading to careers in the field.

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    GRADE: 10
    SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: TDJ 20 Technological Design
    PREREQUISITE: None
    AVAILABLE DATES:

TEJ 20 Computer Technology

This course introduces students to computer systems, networking, and interfacing, as well as electronics and robotics. Students will assemble, repair, and configure computers with various types of operating systems and application software. Students will build small electronic circuits and write computer programs to control simple peripheral devices or robots. Students will also develop an awareness of related environmental and societal issues, and will learn about secondary and postsecondary pathways and career opportunities in computer technology.

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    GRADE: 10
    SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: TEJ 20 Computer Technology
    PREREQUISITE: None
    AVAILABLE DATES:

TGJ 20 Communications Technology

This course introduces students to communications technology from a media perspective. Students will work in the areas of TV/video and movie production, radio and audio production, print and graphic communications, photography, and interactive new media and animation. Student projects may include computer-based activities such as creating videos, editing photos, working with audio, cartooning, developing animations, and designing web pages. Students will also develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to communications technology, and will explore secondary and postsecondary education and training pathways and career opportunities in the various communications technology fields.

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    GRADE: 10
    SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: TGJ 20 Communications Technology
    PREREQUISITE: None
    AVAILABLE DATES:

TEJ 3M Computer Engineering Technology

This course examines computer systems and control of external devices. Students will assemble computers and small networks by installing and configuring appropriate hardware and software. Students will develop knowledge and skills in electronics, robotics, programming, and networks, and will build systems that use computer programs and interfaces to control and/or respond to external devices. Students will develop an awareness of related environmental and societal issues, and will learn about college and university programs leading to careers in computer technology.

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    GRADE: 11
    SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: TEJ 3M Computer Engineering Technology
    PREREQUISITE: None
    AVAILABLE DATES:

TDJ 3M Manufacturing Technology

This course examines how technological design is influenced by human, environmental, financial, and material requirements and resources. Students will research, design, build, and assess solutions that meet specific human needs, using working drawings and other communication methods to present their design ideas. They will develop an awareness of environmental, societal, and cultural issues related to technological design, and will explore career opportunities in the field, as well as the college and/or university program requirements for them.

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    GRADE: 11
    SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: TDJ 3M Manufacturing Technolog
    PREREQUISITE: None
    AVAILABLE DATES:

ICS 3C Introduction to Computer Programming

This course introduces students to computer programming concepts and practices. Students will write and test computer programs, using various problem-solving strategies. They will learn the fundamentals of program design and apply a software development life-cycle model to a software development project. Students will also learn about computer environments and systems, and explore environmental issues related to computers, safe computing practices, emerging technologies, and postsecondary opportunities in computer-related fields.

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    GRADE: 11
    SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: ICS 3C Introduction to Computer Programming
    PREREQUISITE: None
    AVAILABLE DATES:

ICS 3U Introduction to Computer Science

This course introduces students to computer science. Students will design software independently and as part of a team, using industry-standard programming tools and applying the software development life-cycle model. They will also write and use subprograms within computer programs. Students will develop creative solutions for various types of problems as their understanding of the computing environment grows. They will also explore environmental and ergonomic issues, emerging research in computer science, and global career trends in computer-related fields.

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    GRADE: 11
    SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: ICS 3U Introduction to Computer Science
    PREREQUISITE: None
    AVAILABLE DATES:

TGJ 3M Communications Technology

This course examines communications technology from a media perspective. Students will develop knowledge and skills as they design and produce media projects in the areas of live, recorded, and graphic communications. These areas may include TV, video, and movie production; radio and audio production; print and graphic communications; photography; digital imaging; broadcast journalism; and interactive new media. Students will also develop an awareness of related environmental and societal issues, and will explore college and university programs and career opportunities in the various communications technology fields.

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    GRADE: 11
    SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: TGJ 3M Communications Technology
    PREREQUISITE: None
    AVAILABLE DATES:

TEJ 4M Computer Engineering Technology

This course extends students? understanding of computer systems and computer interfacing with external devices. Students will assemble computer systems by installing and configuring appropriate hardware and software, and will learn more about fundamental concepts of electronics, robotics, programming, and networks. Students will examine related environmental and societal issues, and will explore postsecondary pathways leading to careers in computer technology.

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    GRADE: 12
    SKILL LEVEL: Advanced
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: TEJ 4M Computer Engineering Technology
    PREREQUISITE: TEJ 3M Computer Engineering Technology
    AVAILABLE DATES:

TDJ 4M Technological Design

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of design advocacy and marketing, while building on their design skills and their knowledge of professional design practices. Students will apply a systematic design process to research, design, build, and assess solutions that meet specific human needs, using illustrations, presentation drawings, and other communication methods to present their designs. Students will enhance their problem-solving and communication skills, and will explore career opportunities and the postsecondary education and training requirements for them.

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    GRADE: 12
    SKILL LEVEL: Advanced
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: TDJ 4M Technological Design
    PREREQUISITE: TDJ 3M Technological Design
    AVAILABLE DATES:

ICS 4U Computer Science

This course enables students to further develop knowledge and skills in computer science. Students will use modular design principles to create complex and fully documented programs, according to industry standards. Student teams will manage a large software development project, from planning through to project review. Students will also analyse algorithms for effectiveness. They will investigate ethical issues in computing and further explore environmental issues, emerging technologies, areas of research in computer science, and careers in the field.

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    GRADE: 12
    SKILL LEVEL: Advanced
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: ICS 4U Computer Science
    PREREQUISITE: ICS 3C Introduction to Computer Programming
    AVAILABLE DATES:

ICS 4C Computer Programming

This course further develops students? computer programming skills. Students will learn object-oriented programming concepts, create object-oriented software solutions, and design graphical user interfaces. Student teams will plan and carry out a software development project using industry-standard programming tools and proper project management techniques. Students will also investigate ethical issues in computing and expand their understanding of environmental issues, emerging technologies, and computer-related careers.

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    GRADE: 12
    SKILL LEVEL: Advanced
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: ICS 4C Computer Programming
    PREREQUISITE: ICS 3C Introduction to Computer Programming
    AVAILABLE DATES:

TGJ 4M Communications Technology

This course enables students to further develop media knowledge and skills while designing and producing projects in the areas of live, recorded, and graphic communications. Students may work in the areas of TV, video, and movie production; radio and audio production; print and graphic communications; photography; digital imaging; broadcast journalism; and interactive new media. Students will also expand their awareness of environmental and societal issues related to communications technology, and will investigate career opportunities and challenges in a rapidly changing technological environment.

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    GRADE: 12
    SKILL LEVEL: Advanced
    PATH: OSSD High School Credit
    PROGRAM: TGJ 4M Communications Technology
    PREREQUISITE: TGJ 3M Communications Technology
    AVAILABLE DATES: