Loyola CSS Focus Courses

Below you will find a listing of the focus courses unique to Loyola in each of the following areas: 

Arts

Classical Studies

Health and Physical Education

Arts Focus Courses

	Grade 9	Grade 10	Grade 11	Grade 12
Dramatic Arts		ADA2O1	ADA3M1	ADA4M1
Instrumental Music	AMI1O1	AMI2O1	AMI3M1	AMI4M1
Vocal Music		AMV2O1	AMV3M1	AMV4M1
Guitar		AMG2O1	AMG3M1	AMG4M1
Photography		AWQ2O1	AWQ3O1	AWQ4M1
Visual Arts	AVI1O1	AVI2O1	AVI3M1	AVI4M1

Dramatic Arts, Grade 10, Open (ADA2O1)

This course requires students to actively explore dramatic forms and techniques, using their own ideas and concerns as well as sources selected from a wide range of authors, genres, and cultures. Student learning will include identifying and using the principles of space, time, voice, and movement in creating, sustaining, and communicating authentic roles within a drama. Students will assume responsibility for decisions made in the creation and presentation of the drama, and will analyse and reflect on the experience.

Prerequisite: None

Dramatic Arts, Grade 11, University/College Preparation (ADA3M1)

This course requires students to create and to perform dramatic presentations. Students will analyse, interpret, and perform works of drama from various cultures, including Western plays from around 1900. Students will also do research on different acting styles and conventions for their presentations, create original works, and analyse the functions of playwright, director, actor, producer, designer, technician, and audience.

Prerequisite: Dramatic Arts, Grade 10, Open

Dramatic Arts, Grade 12, University/College Preparation (ADA4M1)

This course requires students to experiment with forms and conventions in dramatic literature, and to create/adapt and present dramatic works. Students will do research on dramatic forms, conventions, themes, and theories of acting and directing from different historical periods, and apply their knowledge of these in analysing and interpreting dramatic literature, including Canadian works and works from various cultures in the late twentieth century. Students will also examine the significance of dramatic arts in various cultures.

Prerequisite: Dramatic Arts, Grade 11, University/College Preparation

Music – Instrumental - Band, Grade 9, Open (AMI1O1)

This course emphasizes the performance of music at a level that strikes a balance between challenge and skill and is aimed at developing technique, sensitivity, and imagination. Students will participate in creative activities that teach them to listen with understanding. They will also learn correct musical terminology and its appropriate use.

Prerequisite: None

Music – Instrumental - Band, Grade 10, Open (AMI2O1)

This course emphasizes performance of music at an intermediate level that strikes a balance between challenge and skill. Student learning will include participating in creative activities and listening perceptively. Students will also be required to develop a thorough understanding of the language of music, including the elements, terminology, and history. It is strongly recommended that students successfully complete AMI1O1 before signing up for Grade 10 music.

Recommended Preparation: AMI1O1

Prerequisite: None

Music – Instrumental - Band, Grade 11, University/College Preparation (AMI3M1)

This course emphasizes the appreciation, analysis, and performance of various kinds of music, including baroque and classical music, popular music, and Canadian and non-Western music. Students will perform technical exercises and appropriate repertoire, complete detailed creative activities, and analyse and evaluate live and recorded performances. They will continue to increase their understanding of the elements of music while developing their technical and imaginative abilities.

Prerequisite: Music, Grade 9 or 10, Open

Music – Instrumental - Band, Grade 12, University/College Preparation (AMI4M1)

This course emphasizes the appreciation, analysis, and performance of music from the romantic period and the twentieth century, including art music, jazz, popular music, and Canadian and non-Western music. Students will concentrate on developing interpretive skills and the ability to work independently. They will also complete complex creative projects.

Prerequisite: Music, Grade 11, University/College Preparation

Music – Vocal, Grade 10, Open (AMV2O1)

This course emphasizes performance of music at an intermediate level that strikes a balance between challenge and skill. Student learning will include participating in creative activities and listening perceptively. Students will also be required to develop a thorough understanding of the language of music, including the elements, terminology, and history. This course introduces the fundamentals of vocal technique for the novice student.

Prerequisite: None

Music – Vocal, Grade 11, University/College Preparation (AMV3M1)

This course emphasizes the appreciation, analysis, and performance of various kinds of music, including baroque and classical music, popular music, and Canadian and non-Western music. Students will perform technical exercises and appropriate repertoire, complete detailed creative activities, and analyse and evaluate live and recorded performances. They will continue to increase their understanding of the elements of music while developing their technical and imaginative abilities.

Prerequisite: Music - Vocal, Grade 10, Open

Music – Vocal, Grade 12, University/College Preparation (AMV4M1)

This course emphasizes the appreciation, analysis, and performance of music from the romantic period and the twentieth century, including art music, jazz, popular music, and Canadian and non-Western music. Students will concentrate on developing interpretive skills and the ability to work independently. They will also complete complex creative projects. This course demands competence in music theory, history and vocal application.

Prerequisite: Music - Vocal, Grade 11, University/College Preparation

Music – Guitar, Grade 10, Open (AMG2O1)

This course emphasizes performance of music at an intermediate level that strikes a balance between challenge and skill. Student learning will include participating in creative activities and listening perceptively. Students will also be required to develop a thorough understanding of the language of music, including the elements, terminology, and history. This course introduces the fundamentals of acoustic guitar for the novice student.

Prerequisite: None

Music – Guitar, Grade 11, University/College Preparation (AMG3M1)

This course emphasizes the appreciation, analysis, and performance of various kinds of music, including baroque and classical music, popular music, and Canadian and non-Western music. Students will perform technical exercises and appropriate repertoire, complete detailed creative activities, and analyse and evaluate live and recorded performances. They will continue to increase their understanding of the elements of music while developing their technical and imaginative abilities.

Prerequisite: Music - Guitar, Grade 10, Open

Music – Guitar, Grade 12, University/College Preparation (AMG4M1)

This course emphasizes the appreciation, analysis, and performance of music from the romantic period and the twentieth century, including art music, jazz, popular music, and Canadian and non-Western music. Students will concentrate on developing interpretive skills and the ability to work independently. They will also complete complex creative projects. This course demands competence in music theory, history and guitar application.

Prerequisite: Music - Guitar, Grade 11, University/College Preparation

Visual Arts - Photography, Grade 10, Open (AWQ2O1)

This course emphasizes learning through practice; building on what students know; and introducing them to new ideas, materials, and processes for artistic thinking and experimentation. Student learning will include the refined application of the elements and principles of design, incorporating the creative and design processes, and the relationship between form and content. Students will also learn about the connections between works of art and their historical contexts. This course will introduce students to the photographic process as an Art form while developing skills in both traditional and digital techniques.

Prerequisite: None

Visual Arts - Photography, Grade 11, Open (AWQ3O1)

This course focuses on studio activities in photographic arts. Students will create art works that explore a wide range of subject matter, and will evaluate art works, providing grounds for their aesthetic judgements. They will also examine historical and cultural contexts of Western art (including Canadian art) and art from various world cultures to support their study of specific media. This course will further explore applied darkroom and digital techniques, and focus on advanced study of design principles, image aesthetics, special effects, photography and creative lighting.

Prerequisite: Visual Arts - Photography, Grade 10, Open

Visual Arts – Photography, Grade 12, University/College Preparation (AWQ4M1)

This course focuses on the refinement of student’s skills and knowledge in visual arts. Students will analyze photographic art forms, use theories of art in analyzing and producing photographic art; and increase their understanding of stylistic changes in modern and contemporary Western photographic art, Canadian (including Native Canadian) photographic art, and photographic art forms from various parts of the world.  Students will produce a body of work demonstrating a personal approach. Students will continue to focus on the advanced study of traditional and digital media including special effects, creative lighting and varieties of photographic presentation.

Prerequisite: Visual Arts – Photography, Grade 11, Open

Visual Arts, Grade 9, Open (AVI1O1)

This course offers an overview of visual arts as a foundation for further study. Students will become familiar with the elements and principles of design and the expressive qualities of various materials through working with a range of materials, processes, techniques, and styles. They will learn and use methods of analysis and criticism and will study the characteristics of particular historical art periods and a selection of Canadian art and the art of other cultures.

Prerequisite: None

Visual Arts, Grade 10, Open (AVI2O1)

This course emphasizes learning through practice; building on what students know; and introducing them to new ideas, materials, and processes for artistic thinking and experimentation. Student learning will include the refined application of the elements and principles of design, incorporating the creative and design processes, and the relationship between form and content. Students will also learn about the connections between works of art and their historical contexts. Course objectives may be achieved either through a comprehensive program or through a program focused on a particular art form (e.g., drawing, painting).

Recommended Preparation: Visual Arts, Grade 9, Open

Prerequisite: None

Visual Arts, Grade 11, University/College Preparation (AVI3M1)

This course provides students with opportunities to further develop their skills and knowledge in visual arts. Students will explore a range of subject matter through studio activities, and will consolidate their practical skills. Students will also analyse art works and study aspects of Western art history, as well as art forms from Canada and other parts of the world.

Prerequisite: Visual Arts, Grade 9 or 10, Open

Visual Arts, Grade 12, University/College Preparation (AVI4M1)

This course focuses on the refinement of students’ skills and knowledge in visual arts. Students will analyse art forms; use theories of art in analysing and producing art; and increase their understanding of stylistic changes in modern and contemporary Western art, Canadian (including Native Canadian) art, and art forms from various parts of the world. Students will produce a body of work demonstrating a personal approach.

Prerequisite: Visual Arts, Grade 11, University/College Preparation

Classical Studies and International Languages Focus Courses

	Grade 9	Grade 10	Grade 11	Grade 12
Italian		LWIBD1
Spanish		LWSBD1	LWECU1	LWEDU1

This course provides students with the language learning experiences that will enable them to communicate in the language of study. Students will continue to develop and apply their speaking skills in a variety of contexts, and will participate in activities that will improve their reading comprehension and writing skills. They will also continue to explore aspects of the culture of countries where the language under study is spoken by taking part in community sponsored events and activities involving both print and technological resources. Although students will continue to expand their vocabulary and repertoire of language structures, the language they will use at this level will still be simple.

Prerequisite: None.

Spanish, Level 2, Academic (LWSBD1)

This course provides students with the language learning experiences that will enable them to communicate in the language of study. Students will continue to develop and apply their speaking skills in a variety of contexts, and will participate in activities that will improve their reading comprehension and writing skills. They will also continue to explore aspects of the culture of countries where the language under study is spoken by taking part in community sponsored events and activities involving both print and technological resources. Although students will continue to expand their vocabulary and repertoire of language structures, the language they will use at this level will still be simple.

Prerequisite: None

Spanish, Level 3, University Preparation (LWECU1)

This course offers students opportunities to further develop their knowledge of the international language and to enhance their communication skills. Students will use increasingly sophisticated language in a variety of activities that will enable them to speak and write with clarity and accuracy. Students will also enhance their thinking skills through the critical study of literature, and continue to explore aspects of the culture of countries where the language is spoken through a variety of print and technological resources.

Prerequisite: Spanish, Level 2,Academic

Spanish, Level 4, University Preparation (LWEDU1)

This course prepares students for university studies in the international language. Students will enhance their ability to use the language with clarity and precision, and will develop the language skills needed to engage in sustained conversations and discussions, understand and evaluate information, read diverse materials for both study and pleasure, and write clearly and effectively. Students will also have opportunities to add to their knowledge of the culture of countries where the language is spoken through the use of community resources and computer technology.

Prerequisite: Spanish, Level 3, University Preparation

Health and Physical Education Focus Courses

	Grade 9	Grade 10	Grade 11	Grade 12
Healthy Active Living Education	PPL1OF PPL1OM	PPL2OF PPL2OM	PPL3O1	PPL4O1
Large Group Activities - Football		PAL2OB
Large Group Activities - Soccer			PAL3OS
Personal and Fitness Activities – Strength Training / Football			PAF3OF PAF3OM	PAF4OB
Exercise Science				PSE4U1

Healthy Active Living Education, Grade 9, Open (PPL1OF/PPL1OM)

This course emphasizes regular participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities that promote lifelong healthy active living. Students will learn movement skills and principles, ways to improve personal fitness and physical competence, and safety and injury prevention. They will investigate issues related to healthy sexuality and the use and abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs, and will participate in activities designed to develop goal-setting, communication, and social skills.

Prerequisite: None

Healthy Active Living Education, Grade 10, Open (PPL2OF/PPL2OM)

This course emphasizes regular participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities that promote lifelong healthy active living. Student learning will include the application of movement principles to refine skills; participation in a variety of activities that enhance personal competence, fitness, and health; examination of issues related to healthy sexuality, healthy eating, substance use and abuse; and the use of informed decision-making, conflict resolution, and social skills in making personal choices.

Prerequisite: None

Healthy Active Living Education, Grade 11, Open (PPL3O1 – co-ed)

This course focuses on the development of a healthy lifestyle and participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities that have the potential to engage students’ interest throughout their lives. Students will be encouraged to develop personal competence in a variety of movement skills and will be given opportunities to practise goal-setting, decision-making, social, and interpersonal skills. Students will also study the components of healthy relationships, reproductive health, mental health, and personal safety.

Course Fee: $50

Prerequisite: None

Healthy Active Living Education, Grade 12, Open (PPL4O1 – co-ed)

This course focuses on the development of a personalized approach to healthy active living through participation in a variety of sports and recreational activities that have the potential to engage students’ interest throughout their lives. Students will develop and implement personal physical fitness plans. In addition, they will be given opportunities to refine their decision making, conflict-resolution, and interpersonal skills, with a view to enhancing their mental health and their relationships with others.

Course Fee: $130

Prerequisite: None

Large Group Activities – Football, Grade 10, Open (PAF2OB)

This course emphasizes regular participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities, with a focus on football, that promote lifelong healthy active living. Student learning will include the application of movement principles to refine skills; participation in activities that enhance personal competence, fitness, and health; examination of issues related to healthy sexuality, healthy eating, substance use and abuse; and the use of informed decision-making, conflict resolution, and social skills in making personal choices.

Prerequisite: None

Large Group Activities – Soccer, Grade 11, Open (PAL3OS)

This course emphasizes regular participation in soccer and the development of soccer skills, as well as fitness training. Student learning will include the application of movement principles to refine the skills. This will be achieved through sport specific fitness training and application of various sport strategies. The goal of the course is to enhance fitness and health. The health component of the course will include examination of issues related to healthy sexuality, stress and mental health, nutrition, and the use of informed decision making and social skills in making personal choices. The course may include instruction from experts in the community. A small fee may be charged.

Prerequisite: None

Personal and Fitness Activities – Strength Training / Cardio-Vascular Conditioning, Grade 11, Open (PAF3OF/PAF3OM)

This course focuses on the development of a healthy lifestyle and participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities, pertaining to strength training and cardiovascular conditioning, that have the potential to engage students’ interest throughout their lives. Students will be encouraged to develop personal competence in a variety of movement skills, and will be given opportunities to practice goal-setting, decision making, coping, social, and interpersonal skills.  Students will also study the components of healthy relationships, mental health, and personal safety. When selecting this course, please make sure to indicate (PAF3OF) female or (PAF3OM) male.

Course Fee: $50

Prerequisite: None

Personal and Fitness Activities – Strength Training / Football, Grade 12, Open (PAF4OB)

This course focuses on the development of a personalized approach to healthy active living through participation in fitness activities, with a focus on football. Students will develop and implement personal fitness plans to meet individual needs. Conditioning through a variety of activities (especially football) and strength training will be the focus. In addition, students will be given opportunities to refine their decision making , conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills, with a view to enhancing their mental health and their relationships with others. Students who are strongly committed to developing personal fitness and who have a football focus may excel in this course.

Prerequisite: None

Exercise Science, Grade 12, University Preparation (PSE4U)

This course focuses on the study of human movement and of systems, factors, and principles involved in human development. Students will learn about the effects of physical activity on health and performance, the evolution of physical activity and sports, and the factors that influence an individual’s participation in physical activity. The course prepares students for university programs in physical education, kinesiology, recreation, and sports administration.

Prerequisite: Any Grade 11 university or university/college preparation course in science, or any Grade 11 or 12 open course in health and physical education

Interdisciplinary Studies Courses

	Grade 9	Grade 10	Grade 11	Grade 12
Year Book			IDC3O1	IDC4UY
Interactive Web Development				IDC4UW

Interdisciplinary Studies – Yearbook – Part 1, Grade 11, Open (IDC 3O1)

IDC3O1 emphasizes the development of the knowledge and skills required for the production of the school yearbook.  Student learning will include the analysis, appreciation, layout, editing and production of the school’s yearbook, using a variety of traditional and technological techniques including photography, photocopy art, computer, digital camera, scanner, and photo-imaging software.  Through individual and collaborative inquiry and research, students will analyse the connections among diverse subjects and disciplines; develop information literacy skills in analysing, selecting, evaluating, and communicating information; and become aware of a variety of resources and viewpoints on contemporary issues.  They will also examine their own learning styles, relate their inquiries and research to real-life situations, and investigate career opportunities in new disciplines.  The course combines studies from the Communication Technology, Media Arts, Photography and English areas.

Prerequisite: AVI2O1 or TGJ2O1

Interdisciplinary Studies – Yearbook – Part 2, Grade 12, University Preparation (IDC 4UY)

This course will help students further develop and consolidate the digital design and writing skills required for the production of a school yearbook.  Students will use the knowledge of different subjects and disciplines to solve problems, make decisions, create personal meaning, and present findings beyond the scope of a single subject or discipline. Students will apply the principles and processes of inquiry and research to effectively use a range of print, electronic, and mass media resources that will culminate in the production of the school yearbook suitable for publishing in a variety of formats i.e. hard copy, CD/DVD, web publishing.

Prerequisite: ENG3U1 and any course successfully completed from Communication Technology, or Photography or IDC3O1.

NOTE: THE FOLLOWING COURSE CANNOT BE TAKEN IN CONJUNCTION WITH IDC4UY (THE YEAR BOOK COURSE).  STUDENTS WILL NOT RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL CREDIT.

Interdisciplinary Studies – Interactive Web Development, Grade 12, University Preparation (IDC 4UW)

This course will help students develop and consolidate the skills required for and knowledge of different subjects and disciplines to solve problems, make decisions, create personal meaning, and present findings beyond the scope of a single subject or discipline. Students will apply the principles and processes of inquiry and research to effectively use a range of print, electronic, and mass media resources; to analyse historical innovations and exemplary research; and to investigate real-life situations and career opportunities in interdisciplinary endeavours. They will also assess their own cognitive and affective strategies, apply general skills in both familiar and new contexts, create innovative products, and communicate new knowledge.

The course combines studies from Information Technology in Business and Computer and Information Science. The course will teach students the theory they need to design, build and maintain interactive web Internet-based applications.  Students will also gain practical knowledge, skills and experience with databases and the programming skills they will need to link them to web applications. The students will learn skills that are the basis for e-commerce and other formats of web interaction. In addition students will study the historical effects that mediums for information storage have had on society. Students will be able to identify related career opportunities, the skills required for life long learning in the area of web and Internet development technologies as well as the social/economic impacts of Internet communications technology.

Prerequisite: Computer and Information Science, Grade 11, University/College Preparation

Technological Education Focus Courses

	Grade 9	Grade 10	Grade 11	Grade 12
Green Industries	THJ1O1
Communications Technology		TGJ2O1	TGJ3M1	TGJ4M1
Computer Studies		ICS2O1	ICS3C1 ICS3U1	ICS4C1 ICS4U1
Computer Technology		TEJ2O1	TEJ3M1	TEJ4M1
Technological Design		TDJ2O1	TDJ3M1	TDJ4M1

Exploring Green Industries (THJ1O)

This exploratory course introduces students to concepts and skills related to the green industries – agriculture, forestry, horticulture, and landscaping. Students will develop an awareness of related environmental and societal issues and will begin to explore secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the field.

Prerequisite: None

COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

Communications Technology, Grade 10, Open (TGJ2O1)

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 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 explore secondary and postsecondary education and training pathways and career opportunities in the various communications technology fields.

Prerequisite:  None

Communications Technology, Grade 11, University/College Preparation (TGJ3M1)

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 explore college and university programs and career opportunities in the various communications technology fields.

Prerequisite:  None

Communications Technology, Grade 12, University/College Preparation (TGJ4M1)

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.

Prerequisite: Communications Technology, Grade 11, University/College Preparation

COMPUTER STUDIES

Introduction to Computer Studies, Grade 10, Open (ICS2O1)

This course introduces students to computer programming. Students will plan and write simple computer programs by applying fundamental programming concepts, and learn to create clear and maintainable internal documentation. They will also learn to manage a computer by studying hardware configurations, software selection, operating system functions, networking, and safe computing practices. Students will also investigate the social impact of computer technologies, and develop an understanding of environmental and ethical issues related to the use of computers.

Prerequisite:  None

Introduction to Computer Programming, Grade 11, College Preparation (ICS3C1)

This course introduces students to computer programming concepts and practices. Students will write and test computer programs, using various problem-solving strategies. They will learn the fundamentals of program design and apply a software development life-cycle model to a software development project. Students will also learn about computer environments and systems, and explore environmental issues related to computers, safe computing practices, emerging technologies, and postsecondary opportunities in computer-related fields.

Prerequisite:  None

Introduction to Computer Science, Grade 11, University Preparation (ICS3U1)

This course introduces students to computer science. Students will design software independently and as part of a team, using industry-standard programming tools and applying the software development life-cycle model. They will also write and use subprograms within computer programs. Students will develop creative solutions for various types of problems as their understanding of the computing environment grows. They will also explore environmental and ergonomic issues, emerging research in computer science, and global career trends in computer-related fields.

Prerequisite: None

Computer Programming, Grade 12, College Preparation (ICS4C1)

This course further develops students’ computer skills. Students will learn object-oriented programming concepts, create object-oriented software solutions, and design graphical user interfaces. Student teams will plan and carry out a software development project using industry-standard programming tools and proper project management techniques. Students will also investigate ethical issues in computing, and expand their understanding of environmental issues, emerging technologies, and computer-related careers.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Computer Programming, Grade 11, College Preparation

Computer Science, Grade 12, University Preparation (ICS4U1)

This course enables students to further develop knowledge and skills in computer science. Students will use modular design principles to create complex and fully documented programs, according to industry standards. Student teams will manage a large software development project, from planning through to project review. Students will also analyse algorithms for effectiveness. They will investigate ethical issues in computing and further explore environmental issues, emerging technologies, areas of research in computer science, and careers in the field.

Prerequisite: Introduction to Computer Science, Grade 11, University Preparation

COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY

Computer Technology, Grade 10, Open (TEJ2O1)

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.

Prerequisite:  None

Computer Engineering Technology, Grade 11, University/College Preparation (TEJ3M1)

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.

Recommended Background: TEJ201

Prerequisite:  None

Computer Engineering Technology, Grade 12, University/College Preparation (TEJ4M1)

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.

Prerequisite: Computer Engineering Technology, Grade 11, University/College Preparation

TECHNOLOGICAL DESIGN

Technological Design, Grade 10, Open (TDJ2O1)

This course provides students with opportunities to apply a design process to meet a variety of technological challenges. Students will research projects, create designs, build models and/or prototypes, and assess products and/or processes using appropriate tools, techniques, and strategies. Student projects may include designs for homes, vehicles, bridges, robotic arms, clothing, or other products. Students will develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to technological design, and learn about secondary and postsecondary education and training leading to careers in the field.

Prerequisite:  None

Technological Design, Grade 11, University/College Preparation (TDJ3M1)

This course examines how technological design is influenced by human, environmental, financial, and material requirements and resources. Students will research, design, build, and assess solutions that meet specific human needs, using working drawings and other communication methods to present their design ideas. They will develop an awareness of environmental, societal, and cultural issues related to technological design, and will explore career opportunities in the field, as well as the college and/or university program requirements for them.

Prerequisite:  None

Technological Design, Grade 12, University/College Preparation (TDJ4M1)

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of design advocacy and marketing, while building on their design skills and their knowledge of professional design practices. Students will apply a systematic design process to research, design, build, and assess solutions that meet specific human needs, using illustrations, presentation drawings, and other communication methods to present their designs. Students will enhance their problem-solving and communication skills, and explore career opportunities and the postsecondary education and training requirements for them.

Prerequisite: Technological Design, Grade 11, University/College Preparation