Class Descriptions
8TH GradeTechnological Systems is intended to teach students how systems work together to solve problems and capture opportunities. A system can be as small as two components working together (technical system/device level) or can contain millions of interacting devices (user system/network level). We often break down the Macro systems into less complicated Microsystems in order to understand the entire system better. However, technology is becoming more integrated and systems are becoming more and more dependent upon each other than ever before. Electronic systems are interacting with natural (i.e., bio) systems as humans use more and more monitoring devices for medical reasons. Electrical systems are interacting with mechanical and fluid power systems as manufacturing establishments become more and more automated. This course gives students a general background on the different types of systems but concentrates more on the connections between these systems.
If you have questions please contact Mr. Michael Haynes by phone: 252-514-6450 x2708 or email [email protected]. |
7TH Grade Invention and Innovation provides students with opportunities to apply the design process in the invention or innovation of a new product, process, or system. In this course, students learn all about invention and innovation. They have opportunities to study the history of inventions and innovations, including their impacts on society. They learn about the core concepts of technology and about the various approaches to solving problems, including engineering design and experimentation. Students apply their creativity in the invention and innovation of new products, processes, or systems. Finally, students learn about how various inventions and innovations impact their lives. Students participate in engineering design activities to understand how criteria, constraints, and processes affect designs. Students are involved in activities and experiences where they learn about brainstorming, visualizing, modeling, constructing, testing, experimenting, and refining designs. Students also develop skills in researching information, communicating design information, and reporting results.
If you have questions please contact Mr. Michael Haynes by phone: 252-514-6450 x2708 or email [email protected]. |
6TH GradeIn Exploring Technology, students develop an understanding of the progression and scope of technology through exploratory experiences. In group and individual activities, students experience ways in which technological knowledge and processes contribute to effective design and solutions to technological problems. Students participate in design activities to understand how criteria, constraints, and processes affect designs. Brainstorming, visualizing, modeling, constructing, testing, and refining designs provide firsthand opportunities for students to understand the uses and impacts of innovations. Students develop skills in communicating design information and reporting results. This course is a cornerstone for a middle school technology education program.
If you have questions please contact Mr. Michael Haynes by phone: 252-514-6450 x2708 or email [email protected]. |
Material Required
Starting with the Spring Semester 2016 all students will be required to have a new composition notebook on the first day of class. This notebook will be used every day in class. It is not optional. They will also need the following items:
1 - Composition Notebook (200 pages)
1 - 12" medal ruler with inches on one edge and milimeters on the other edge.
1 - Set of 12 colored pencils (6th grade).
1 – “Sharpie” fine point student’s choice of color.
1 – Glue stick (small)
1 – Pair of Student Scissors.
1 – Set of headphones or ear buds.
Students are not allowed to bring their book bags or lunch boxes into the classroom. Lockers are provided in the hall. It is highly recommended that students place their belongs in the locker provided and place a lock on the locker. These lockers are used by all of my classes so the lock must be removed at the end of each class. Locks left on the locker will be cut off.
1 - Composition Notebook (200 pages)
1 - 12" medal ruler with inches on one edge and milimeters on the other edge.
1 - Set of 12 colored pencils (6th grade).
1 – “Sharpie” fine point student’s choice of color.
1 – Glue stick (small)
1 – Pair of Student Scissors.
1 – Set of headphones or ear buds.
Students are not allowed to bring their book bags or lunch boxes into the classroom. Lockers are provided in the hall. It is highly recommended that students place their belongs in the locker provided and place a lock on the locker. These lockers are used by all of my classes so the lock must be removed at the end of each class. Locks left on the locker will be cut off.