Standards for Technology Education

ITEA National Standards for Technological Literacy

The national standards describe what students in grades K-12 should know and be able to do in order to be technologically literate.

 

 

 

 

West Virginia Content Standards and Objectives

West Virginia has developed a set of Content Standards and Objectives for all approved courses for Technology Education.

 

21st Century CTE Standards and Profiles

West Virginia has developed a set of Goal Profile Sheets to document student achievement. They are correlated to the Content Standards and Objectives for all approved courses.

 

Middle School Programs

WVEIS 2401 Technology Education

This course will introduce students to a variety of ways that people use communication, manufacturing, transportation, and construction to adapt to their environment. It is necessary for all people to understand technology if they are to function as informed voters, productive workers, and wise consumers of technological products. Students will utilize problem-solving techniques and manipulative skills while completing laboratory activities to develop an understanding of course concepts. Safety instruction is integrated into all activities. Students are encouraged to become active members of the Technology Student Association (TSA), which is an integral component of the program and provides curricular opportunities that enhance student achievement. The West Virginia Standards for 21st Century Learning include the following components:

All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives.

 

High School Programs

WVEIS 2421 Communication Systems

This course provides opportunities for students to study and apply technological systems, concepts, and processes in communication technology. Group and individual activities engage students in creating ideas, developing innovations, and implementing design solutions as they relate to communication systems. Students will utilize problem-solving techniques and manipulative skills while completing laboratory activities to develop an understanding of course concepts. Safety instruction is integrated into all activities. Students are encouraged to become active members of the Technology Student Association (TSA), which is an integral component of the program and provides curricular opportunities that enhance student achievement. The West Virginia Standards for 21st Century Learning include the following components:

All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives.

WVEIS 2424 Construction Systems

This course provides opportunities for students to study and apply technological systems, concepts, and processes as they relate to construction technology. Group and individual activities engage students in creating ideas, developing innovations, and implementing design solutions as they relate to construction systems. Students will utilize problem-solving techniques and manipulative skills while completing laboratory activities to develop an understanding of course concepts. Topics range from how construction meets the needs of society to basic construction techniques. Safety instruction is integrated into all activities. Students are encouraged to become active members of the Technology Student Association (TSA), which is an integral component of the program and provides curricular opportunities that enhance student achievement. The West Virginia Standards for 21st Century Learning include the following components:

All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives.

WVEIS 2442 Manufacturing Systems

This course will introduce students to the basic elements of the manufacturing industry. This course provides opportunities for students to study and apply technological systems, concepts, and processes in the development and operation of a student manufacturing enterprise. Group and individual activities engage students in creating ideas, developing innovations, and implementing design solutions as they relate to manufacturing systems. Students will utilize problem-solving techniques and manipulative skills while completing laboratory activities to develop an understanding of course concepts.

Safety instruction is integrated into all activities. Students are encouraged to become active members of the Technology Student Association (TSA), which is an integral component of the program and provides curricular opportunities that enhance student achievement. The West Virginia Standards for 21st Century Learning include the following components:

All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives.

WVEIS 2448 Transportation Systems

This course provides opportunities for students to study and apply technological systems, concepts, and processes as they relate to relocating people and goods. Group and individual activities engage students in creating ideas, developing innovations, and implementing design solutions as they relate to transportation systems. Students will utilize problem-solving techniques and manipulative skills while completing laboratory activities to develop an understanding of course concepts. Topics range from the transportation subsystems to the sources of energy used in the industry. Safety instruction is integrated into all activities. Students are encouraged to become active members of the Technology Student Association (TSA), which is an integral component of the program and provides curricular opportunities that enhance student achievement. The West Virginia Standards for 21st Century Learning include the following components:

All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives.

WVEIS 1729 Fundamentals of Drafting

This course introduces the student to the knowledge base and technical skills for all courses in the Drafting concentration. Areas of study include tools and equipment, measurement, basic drafting techniques, freehand technical sketching, orthographic projection, dimensioning, basic computer skills, and drawing techniques. Emphasis will be placed on personal and professional ethics, and students will explore a variety of career opportunities. Students will utilize problem-solving techniques and manipulative skills while completing laboratory activities to develop an understanding of course concepts and teachers should provide each student with real world learning opportunities and instruction related to drafting, design, and related engineering occupations. Safety instruction is integrated into all activities. Students are encouraged to become active members of the Technology Student Association (TSA), which is an integral component of the program and provides curricular opportunities that enhance student achievement. The West Virginia Standards for 21st Century Learning include the following components:

All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives.

WVEIS 1727 Drafting Techniques

This course introduces the student to techniques used in advanced orthographic projection. Areas of study include sectioning, pictorial views, auxiliary views, patterns and developments, dimensioning, advanced 2D CAD techniques, and basic 3D modeling in CAD. Students will demonstrate knowledge and technical expertise in various fundamental drafting techniques. Students will utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in laboratory activities to develop an understanding of course concepts, and teachers should provide each student will real world learning opportunities and instruction related to drafting, design, and related engineering occupations. Safety instruction is integrated into all activities. Students are encouraged to become active members of SkillsUSA or TSA for additional co-curricular opportunities that enhance student achievement, develop student leadership, and support experiential learning. The West Virginia Standards for 21st Century Learning include the following components:

All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives.

WVEIS 1721 Architectural Drafting

This course introduces students to the specialization of architectural drawing and design. Areas of study include architectural styles, floor plans, dimensioning and annotation, site and foundation plans, elevations and section layouts, and residential utilities. Emphasis will be placed on personal and professional ethics, and students will explore a variety of career opportunities. Students will utilize problem-solving techniques and participate in laboratory activities to develop an understanding of course concepts, and teachers should provide each student with real world learning opportunities and instruction related to drafting, design, and related engineering occupations. Safety instruction is integrated into all activities. Students are encouraged to become active members of TSA or SkillsUSA for additional co-curricular opportunities that enhance student achievement, develop student leadership, and support experiential learning. The West Virginia Standards for 21st Century Learning include the following components:

All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools, and content standards and objectives.