The philosophy that underlies broad-based technological education is that students learn best by doing. This curriculum therefore adopts an activity-based, project-driven approach that involves students in problem solving as they develop knowledge and skills and gain experience in the technological subject area of their choice… Rather than focusing on specific occupations, courses in this broad-based technology curriculum explore groups of related occupations and industry sectors within particular subject areas… Broad-based technology courses enable students to develop a variety of transferable skills that will serve them well in a complex and ever-changing workplace.
Ministry of Education, Ontario Curriculum Document
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Are you interested in taking a course in Technological Education next year at Leacock? Feel free to contact any of the department teachers if you have any questions about the various programs we offer.
Teaching Staff
| M. Creary (ACL) | M. Voznyy | B. Powell |
| C. Hau (Broadcast Tech) |
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Course Listing
| Course Name | Course Code | Grade | Type | Prerequisite | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Communications Technology | TGJ2O1 | 10 | Open | 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. | |
| Communications Technology | TGJ3M1 | 11 | Open | 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. | |
| Communications Technology | TGJ4M1 | 12 | College/University | TGJ3M1, TGV3M1 | 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. |
| Communications Technology: TV, Video & Movie Production | TGV3M1 | 11 | College/University | 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; digital imaging and broadcast journalism. This course places a strong emphasis on broadcast and live video production, electronic news gathering, and pre-recorded, digitally edited television and video projects. Students will also expand their awareness of environmental and societal issues related to communications technology and investigate career opportunities and challenges in a rapidly changing technological environment. | |
| Communications Technology: TV, Video & Movie Production | TGV4M1 | 12 | College/Universtiy | TGV3M1 | Students will continue to 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; digital imaging and broadcast journalism. This course places a strong emphasis on broadcast and live video production, electronic news gathering, and pre-recorded, digitally edited television and video projects. Students will also expand their awareness of environmental and societal issues related to communications technology and investigate career opportunities and challenges in a rapidly changing technological environment. |
| Computer Technology | TEJ2O1 | 10 | Open | 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 environmental and societal issues related to the use of computers, and learn about secondary and postsecondary pathways to careers in computer technology. | |
| Computer Engineering Technology | TEJ3M1 | 11 | College/University | 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 environmental and societal issues related to the use of computers, and will learn about college and university programs leading to careers in computer engineering. | |
| Computer Engineering Technology | TEJ4M1 | 12 | College/University | TEJ3M1 | 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 environmental and societal issues related to the use of computers, and explore postsecondary pathways leading to careers in computer engineering and related fields. |
| Transportation Technology | TTJ2O1 | 10 | This course introduces students to the service and maintenance of vehicles, aircraft, and/or watercraft. Students will develop knowledge and skills related to the construction and operation of vehicle/craft systems and learn maintenance and repair techniques. Student projects may include the construction of a self-propelled vehicle or craft, engine service, tire/wheel service, electrical/battery service, and proper body care. Students will develop an awareness of related environmental and societal issues, and will explore secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the transportation industry | ||
| Transportation Technology | TTJ3M1 | 11 | College/University | This course enables students to develop technical knowledge and skills as they study, test, service, and repair engine, electrical, suspension, brake, and steering systems on vehicles, aircraft, and/or watercraft. Students will develop communication and teamwork skills through practical tasks, using a variety of tools and equipment. Students will develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to transportation, and will learn about apprenticeship and college programs leading to careers in the transportation industry. | |
| Transportation Technology | TTJ4M1 | 12 | College/University | TTJ3M1 | This course enables students to further develop technical knowledge and skills as they study, test, service, and repair engine management systems; powertrains; steering/control, suspension, brake, and body systems on vehicles, aircraft, and/or watercraft; and/or small-engine products. Students will refine communication and teamwork skills through practical tasks, using a variety of tools and equipment. Students will expand their awareness of environmental and societal issues related to transportation and their knowledge of apprenticeship and college programs leading to careers in the transportation industry. |