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Technology
Education
In Technology Communications, students will gain exposure
to a variety of technical subjects. The course setting
enables students to work in a hands-on environment while
interacting with computers. Each module (computer) covers
10 days of activities. After completing a 10 day module,
the students rotate to a new station. The modules include:
Graphic
Design Print Shop software used to create your
own personalized T-shirts and mouse pads !! |
Audio
Broadcasting TASCAM technology used to learn how
to become a radio D.J. Students burn there final
broadcasts on CD ! |
Power
and Energy Do electrical experiments and study
Ohm’s law. |
Lasers
and Fiber Optics Use a Class II LASER to experiment
with reflection, fiber optics, and sending your
voice though a laser beam !!! |
Digital Embroidery Students use DEPCO technology
to create images that can be digitally sewn onto
T-Shirts, backpacks, and hats !! |
Construction
and CAD software Become an architect and learn
how to create floor plans for houses using professional
software.Mastercam
(CNC) - Students communicate with computers and
CNC Mill machines to produce personalized nameplates. |
LEGO Robotics– Students use LEGO Mindstorm
Software to Build and Program robots to solve
real world challenges and obstacles. |
Desktop
Publishing Create professional brochures using
scanners and Adobe Pagemaker. |
Video
Production Create powerful movie skits using digital
cameras, studio lights, and Video Studio 8 technology.
Learn how to edit movie clips, add text, music,
transitions, and more !! |
Engineering
Structures Build a bridge out of balsa wood and
test your bridge for strength and durability. |
Communications
– Learn how to build a website using Publisher
2007 ! |
Aerospace
Build a wooden glider, and learn the fundamentals
of flight technology, and what it takes to be
an aerospace engineer !! |
Other
Modules in include:
Electronics
and Control Systems
Pneumatics
Waste Management
Multimedia Basics
Rhino CO2 Car
Animation
Biosphere |
Along with the modular aspects of the course, the students
will also engage in many other technical projects. These
include pneumatic and engine powered rockets, CO2 powered
airplanes, problem solving, and more. Students will
use their prior knowledge from core academic subjects
in technology. Measurement is used for many engineering
processes. Newton's Laws of Physics are covered, as
well as many other scientific principles.
Broward Student Technology Association (BSTA), a district-wide
technology organization, is also explored throughout
the year with students participating in technology competitions.
Our robotics club is also involved in First Lego League
sponsored by LEGO, NASA, MIT and more.
After completing the Exploring Technology course, the
student will have a wider range of technical ability
and confidence. Each topic covered will enable students
to discover where their strengths are, and it can act
as a springboard towards a challenging and rewarding
career in the technical world.
Mrs. Niebla is excited about sharing the world of technology
with each
student. She enjoys spending time with her two children,
singing in choirs, and developing new products by way
of industrial design work.
Broward
County's Vocational Education
Technology Education Department
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