Technology

Open to: 10th - 12th grade
Meetings per ten-day rotation: Two 100 minute periods
Prerequisites: None

This is a hands-on, semester-long course that invites students to design, build, and program a variety of creative projects that incorporate design, engineering, and programming. Students will learn 3D printing, laser cutting, computer-aided design (CAD), basic circuitry, and the fundamentals of computer programming. No prior experience is required other than curiosity and a willingness to experiment. All work will take place in the makerspace and computer lab.

Open to: 10th - 12th grade
Meetings per ten-day rotation: Two 100 minute periods
Prerequisites: None

This is a creative, semester-long, non-programming course where students will learn how to model 3D objects and characters as well as how to animate them to create Pixar-style creations. They will also learn how to 3D print their creations. No previous technical or artistic skills are required, but experience sculpting and a basic understanding of geometric space (x,y,z coordinates) is helpful. This course will use the Blender 3D modeling & animation software and all work will be done on the lab computers. Students can, however, use their own laptops if they choose (Mac or PC).

Open to: 9th grade
Meetings per ten-day rotation: Five 80 minute periods
Prerequisites: None

Students will gain exposure to computer programming, computational thinking, and some of the current trends in computer science. In doing so, they will sample a variety of programming languages, learn what goes into building a basic app, and gain a better understanding of how the Internet and the World Wide Web work. The goal is for students to have hands-on coding challenges and experiences that help them better understand the world of computer science and the unique problem solving skills required to succeed at it.