🎓 Integrated Design and Life Sciences Department Technology Education

 💬 Welcome to the Technology Education Department!

Technology Education empowers students to think creatively and critically as they design and build solutions to real-world problems. Through hands-on projects, students develop practical skills in areas such as design, fabrication, and digital technologies while learning to use tools and equipment safely and effectively. In junior grades, students are introduced to the safe use of machines, while creating a variety of exciting projects.  These courses are designed to give students a basic knowledge and the ability to continue into higher level courses.  In senior courses, students can choose the technologies that they are interested in exploring and they demonstrate their learning through a variety of labs and projects.

The Technology Education program emphasizes collaboration and innovation, helping students understand the impact of technology on society and preparing them for future careers in trades, engineering, and design.

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📚 Courses Offered

✅ Graduation Requirements

All of our Grade 8 students receive an ADST rotation that includes a Technology Education component, and Grade 9 students are highly encouraged to take both an ADST and FINE ARTS course for their breadth of learning.  

For the graduation program, students are required to take an ADST or FINE ARTS course at the Grade 10, 11 or 12 level as part of their overall program. However, there are no SPECIFIC courses required. 

Grade 8 

ADST Inquiry Design 8 (MADGE 8)

As part of their ADST rotation, students are introduced to design and fabrication through hands-on projects using a variety of tools and materials. The courses emphasize safety, creativity, and problem-solving.

✅ Electives

Grade 9

Introduction to Woodwork 9 (WW 9)

This introductory course offers students hands-on experience in designing and building projects while developing creativity, problem-solving, and craftsmanship through safe and sustainable woodworking practices.

Introduction to Metalwork (MW 9)

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of metal design and fabrication, fostering creativity, precision, and problem-solving through safe and sustainable hands-on projects.

Introduction to Drafting 9 (DF 9)

Drafting 9 introduces students to the basics of technical drawing and design, developing spatial awareness, creativity, and precision through hands-on digital and manual drafting projects.

Introduction to Electronics/Robotics 9 (ER 9)

This course engages students in designing, building, and programming electronic and robotic systems, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving through hands-on exploration and innovation.

Competitive Robotics 9 (CR 9)

Competitive Robotics 9 challenges students to design, build, and program robots for team-based competitions, developing collaboration, innovation, and strategic problem-solving skills through hands-on engineering experiences.

Grade 10-12

Woodwork Beginner 10-12 (WWB 10-12)

This course offers students hands-on experience in designing and building projects while developing creativity, problem-solving, and craftsmanship through safe and sustainable woodworking practices.

Metalwork Beginner 10-12 (MWB 10-12)

This course teaches students the fundamentals of metal design and fabrication, fostering creativity, precision, and problem-solving through safe and sustainable hands-on projects.

Drafting Beginner 10-12 (DB 10-12)

This course teaches students the basics of technical drawing and design, developing spatial awareness, creativity, and precision through hands-on digital and manual drafting projects

Electronics/Robotics 10 (ER 10)

Electronics/Robotics 10 builds on foundational skills as students design, build, and program more complex electronic and robotic systems, enhancing creativity, problem-solving, and technical expertise through hands-on projects.

Competitive Robotics 10 (CR 10)

Competitive Robotics 10 challenges students to design, build, and program advanced robots for team competitions, strengthening collaboration, strategic thinking, and technical problem-solving through hands-on engineering experiences.

Woodwork Intermediate 10-12(WWI 10-12)

This course builds on foundational skills as students design and construct more advanced projects, refining craftsmanship, creativity, and problem-solving through safe and sustainable woodworking practices.

Metalwork Intermediate 10-12(MWI 10-12)

This course expands students’ skills in metal design and fabrication, emphasizing precision, creativity, and safe practices through the creation of more advanced and personalized projects.

Drafting Intermediate 10-12(DI 10-12)

This course builds on foundational skills as students create more detailed technical drawings and designs, enhancing precision, spatial reasoning, and creativity through both digital and manual drafting projects.

Robotics 11 (RB 11)

Robotics 11 allows students to design, build, and program sophisticated robotic systems, deepening problem-solving, engineering, and teamwork skills through complex, hands-on projects.

Competitive Robotics 11 (CR 11)

Competitive Robotics 11 challenges students to design, build, and program high-performance robots for advanced competitions, fostering teamwork, strategic thinking, and technical problem-solving through hands-on engineering experiences.

Woodwork Advanced 11/12 (WWA 11/12)

This course allows students to take on complex design and construction projects, deepening their skills in craftsmanship, precision, and project planning while emphasizing safety, creativity, and sustainable practices.

Metalwork Advanced 11/12 (MWA 11/12)

This course provides students with opportunities to design and fabricate complex metal projects, refining technical skills, precision, and creativity while applying safe and sustainable workshop practices.

Drafting Advanced 11/12 (DA 11/12)

This courses advances students’ skills in technical drawing and design, emphasizing precision, creativity, and problem-solving through complex digital and manual drafting projects.

Furniture and Cabinetry 12 (FAC 12)

Furniture and Cabinetry 12 challenges students to design and build sophisticated, functional pieces, enhancing advanced woodworking skills, precision, and creativity while emphasizing safe, sustainable, and professional practices.

Art Metal and Jewelry 12 (AMJ 12)

Art Metal and Jewelry 12 engages students in creating metal and jewelry pieces, developing advanced skills in design, craftsmanship, and artistic expression while emphasizing precision, creativity, and safe studio practices.

Machining and Welding 12 (MAW 12)

Machining and Welding 12 provides students with advanced hands-on experience in metal fabrication, developing precision, technical skills, and problem-solving through safe, professional, and industry-relevant practices.

Robotics 12 (RB 12)

Robotics 12 engages students in designing, building, and programming complex robotic systems, honing advanced problem-solving, engineering, and teamwork skills through challenging, hands-on projects.

Competitive Robotics 12 (CR 12)

Competitive Robotics 12 challenges students to design, build, and program high-level robots for advanced competitions, strengthening strategic thinking, collaboration, and technical problem-solving through intensive, hands-on engineering experiences.

👩‍🏫 Meet the Team

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