APPLIED TECHNOLOGY Introduction to
Feb 13, 2016
APPLIED TECHNOLOGY
Introduction to
What is Applied Technology Applied Technology is a course where
you will use all sorts of technology in order to complete various activities
Each station is called a MODULE. Each module is a station for a completely different activity and task related to technology
What modules will you have the chance to work on?
CO2 Raceway Create, design, and built your own race car
Automation & RoboticsLearn to program a robot arm to move it
Fiber Optics & Lasers Do different experiments using fiber optics, lasers, CD players, & microphones
Flight Simulation Use a flight simulator and learn how to fly like a real pilot
Web DevelopmentLearn how to create a web page
Graphic DesignLearn how to use canvas software to design your own T-shirt transfer
Radio BroadcastingBecome a radio announcer – record commercials & news reports, add music
Video ProductionUse a video camera to create a commercial and talk show
Computer Problem SolvingPlay a variety of video games to learn how to solve problems
CAD (Computer Aided Drafting)Use the CAD program to create a floor plan just like engineers and contractors make when they’re
designing a house or other products
Exploring MechanismsUse a variety of gadgets to explore different uses of technology
Google Sketch UpCreate your dream house with a 3D program
Picture SwapSplice two or more pictures into one
The next few pages are examples of teacher and student picture swap projects