Exploring Technology 1 and 2 Addendum

Revised 6/2011

Course Description

Exploring Technology is a hands-on semester class that explores various technologies, applies math and science knowledge, and gives students a chance to develop problem-solving skills. Topics covered include transportation, power and energy, manufacturing, construction, agriculture, healthcare, and information technology/multimedia.

Due Dates

Students will have one week following a due date to turn in an assignment for full credit. Assignments turned in two weeks late will lose 25%, and three weeks late lose 50%. Assignments more than three weeks late will not receive credit. Starters cannot be made up.

Grading

Students will be graded based on three categories:

• Participation (20%)
• Assignments (30%)
• Projects/Tests (50%)

Tech Labs

Students are expected to show appropriate behavior, follow all lab rules and respect equipment within the labs at all times. Failure to do so will result in losing lab privileges and the student will complete a written assignment instead. Students will be responsible for any deliberate damages.

Safety

Safety is a priority at all times during hands on projects. Safety guidelines are clearly covered in class and students will be required to pass a general safety test before using any equipment. Lab privileges will be revoked for any student displaying unsafe behavior.

Lab Fee

There is a $10 lab fee, to be paid to the secretary in the main office.

Teacher Availability

I am available Tuesday – Thursday before or after school until 3:@0 or by appointment. Email me questions or concerns at lindsey.morrill@jordan.k12.ut.us