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__Foundations of Technology__
This course provides the fundamental knowledge and hands-on learning experiences for all students to advance their technological literacy. Technology is the study of the designed/human-made world. A technologically literate citizen has the ability to understand, use, manage, and assess technological products and processes. In this course, students will acquire knowledge and complete activities in the following areas of the designed world; agricultural and biotechnology; information and communication technology; manufacturing and construction technology; and, power, energy, and transportation technology. Students will also learn about the nature of technology, technological impacts, engineering design process, core technologies, problem solving techniques, and technological systems. FOT - Introduction Resources FOT - Ag, Biotech, and Medical Resources FOT - Information and Communication Resources FOT - Power, Energy, and Transportation Resources FOT - Manufacturing and Construction Resources FOT - General Engineering Challenges FOT - General Resources
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__Electronics__
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**Resources - All Areas**
[| Occupational Outlook Career Exploration.doc] [| Ruler - An Inch Up Close.doc] [| Webquest Interactive Session.doc] [| Summary Sheet for Articles and Websites.doc]

=**Weblinks**=

General Sites
[|How Stuff Works] [|Greatest Engineering Achievements] [|West Point Bridge Builder] [|ProDesktop Tutorials] [|Foil Sim II] [|President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST)] [|The Ruler Game] [|Links to Great Manufacturing Education Sites for Students and Teachers] [|American Chemistry] [|Ethanol Production and Related Links] [|Design Squad - PBSKids] [|Engineer Girl!] [|National Security Agency - Kids Page] [|Auto Upkeep - Auto Learning Center] [|Bolt Depot - Fastener Information] [|Printable Ruler - US Customary and Metric] [|Create Floorplans Online - Free]

Safety Sites
[|Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Information] [|Career Safe Online] [|Occupational Safety and Health Administration] [|Safety and Pollution Prevention]

Career Sites
[|Be What I Want to Be - Maryland Career Research Site] [|Occupational Outlook Handbook - Search for Careers]

**Video Links**
[|How Everyday Things Are Made - Stanford University] [|Pathways to Technology]

**Bibliography Assistance**
[|Bibme]

**General Resources for Teachers**
[|NewTeacher.com] [|TeacherMentors.com] [|Edutopia - The George Lucas Educational Foundation] [|The International Center for Leadership in Education] [|Quia - Activity and Test Generator]

Teacher Websites
Jamison -- Westminster High School