Technology and Engineering Foundations (21003-36)
Copyright: 2025
Virginia Assignment Code: 8403
Suggested Grade Level: 9, 10, 11
Duration: 36 weeks
Hours: 140
Credits: 1
Prerequisites: None
CTSO: TSA
Course Description:
In this minds-on, hands-on technology and engineering education course, students will develop design thinking skills and learn about how and why technology works by designing, building, and controlling objects and systems, using a variety of tools. Through this course, students will gain content and practice knowledge about materials, energy, and engineering processes. This introductory course is a prerequisite for Technology Transfer and Technology Assessment.
Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.
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