Course Descriptions

Technological Education

• Integrated Technologies, Grade 9, Open      TTI1O
This course enables students to understand the technological and computer concepts they will need in order to design, develop, and build usable products or to deliver services, as well as to pursue further technological studies. Students will use the technological design process and a variety of tools and software to solve problems, complete projects, and strengthen their communication skills.
Prerequisite: None

Communications Technology

• Communications Technology, Grade 10, Open      TGJ2O
This course requires students to complete a range of communications technology projects. These may include creating printed stationery, short videos, computer-generated animations, and graphical information displays. Students will learn to transfer information using electronic, live, and graphic communications methods. The knowledge and skills they will develop will provide a basis for careers in areas such as publishing, advertising, print production, animation, photography, and journalism.
Prerequisite: None

• Communications Technology, Grade 11, University/College Preparation      TGJ3M
This course examines communications systems and design and production processes in the areas of electronic, live, recorded, and graphic communications. Students will develop knowledge and skills relating to the assembly, operation, maintenance, and repair of the basic and more complex components of a range of communications systems. Students will also study industry standards and regulations and health and safety issues, and will explore careers, the importance of lifelong learning, and the impact of communications technology on society and the environment.
Prerequisite: None

• Communications Technology, Grade 12, University/College Preparation      TGJ4M
This course examines communications systems and design and production processes in the areas of electronic, live, recorded, and graphic communications. Students will create, manage, and distribute complex electronic, graphic, recorded, or audio-visual projects independently and in project teams. Students will also study industry standards and regulations and health and safety issues, and will explore careers, the importance of lifelong learning, and the impact of communications technology on society and the environment.
Prerequisite: Communications Technology, Grade 11, University/College Preparation

Computer and Information Science

• Computer and Information Science, Grade 10, Open      TIK2O
This course introduces students to computer science concepts. Students will learn about the stages in software design; the fundamental programming constructs of sequence, selection, and repetition; the functions of internal and external computer components; the relationship among networks, operating systems, and application software and their uses; and how programming languages evolve. Students will also develop an awareness of computer-related careers.
Prerequisite: None

• Computer and Information Science, Grade 11, University/College Preparation      ICS3M
This course helps students examine computer science concepts. Students will outline stages in software development, define standard control and data structures, identify on- and off-line resources, explain the functions of basic computer components, and develop programming and problem-solving skills by using operating systems and implementing defined practices. As well as identifying careers in computer science, students’ will develop an understanding of the ethical use of computers and the impact of emergent technologies on society.
Prerequisite: None

• Computer and Information Science, Grade 12, University/College Preparation      ICS4M
This course helps students use programming and software engineering principles to design and develop algorithms and programs. Students will use software development and techniques in project settings. They will also develop an understanding of the ethics of computer use and the impact of information technology on the community, and will explore postsecondary education and career paths in computer science.
Prerequisite: Computer and Information Science, Grade 11, University/College Preparation

Computer Engineering

• Computer Engineering Technology, Grade 10, Open      TEE2O
This course examines computer hardware and the control of external components from an engineering perspective. Student will learn how to solve problems, and will study the functions of key computer components and peripherals, logic gates, fundamental programming concepts, internal numbering and character representation systems, and operating systems and networks. Students will also develop an awareness of potential careers in the field of computer engineering.
Prerequisite: None

• Computer Engineering, Grade 11, University/College Preparation      ICE3M
This course helps students understand how computer hardware and software are used to solve computer-related problems from an engineering perspective. Students will explore ways of connecting computers, interfaces, and peripherals using their knowledge of logic gates, computer components, peripherals, programming, networks, and operating systems. Students will also construct systems that use computer programs to interact with hardware, install and configure key computer hardware and software components, develop an understanding of the ethical use of computers, and explore careers in computer engineering.
Prerequisite: None

• Computer Engineering, Grade 12, University/College Preparation      ICE4M
This course helps students understand and apply computer engineering concepts. Students will analyse and design components such as logic circuits and interfaces; develop and construct systems and write the associated computer programs to drive real-world devices such as traffic lights, models, and robots; and explore networking hardware, protocols, and configurations. As well as developing project management skills, students will examine the ethics of computer use and explore related educational requirements and careers.
Prerequisite: Computer Engineering, Grade 11, University/College Preparation, or Computer and Information Science, Grade 11, University/College Preparation

• Technological Design
Technological Design, Grade 12, University/College Preparation      TDJ4M
This course provides students with opportunities to solve problems in design through the use of technical drawings, model building, testing, and marketing. Students will research, design, and test solutions for residential or commercial architecture, industrial engineering, and manufacturing. They will also examine the educational requirements of a technical-design-related career in engineering, architecture, or industrial design.
Prerequisite: Technological Design, Grade 11, University/College Preparation