Oakcrest Students and Parents,

We are excited to offer two new courses for the 2008-09 academic year. Below you will find descriptions for Technical and Architectural Design Applications and PC Systems/Repair. Both of these courses will fulfill the state graduation requirement for a career course. Additionally, Technical and Architectural Design Applications can fulfill a visual art. We believe that these two hands-on courses will provide students with meaningful learning experiences in the technology field and expose students to potential career options.

If you would like to register for one or both of these courses for next year, please contact your guidance counselor who would be more than willing to work with you. Feel free to call, email, or complete a counselor request form found in the guidance office. Counselor contact information can be found at www.oakcrest.net or by calling the main school number at 609-909-2600.

We hope that you will take the opportunity to enroll in one of these exciting courses. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

Thank you,

Lea Fitzpatrick                                                                                        John Cocuzza
Related Arts Supervisor                                                                 Guidance Supervisor
609-909-2638                                                                                        609-909-2613

Technical & Architectural Design Applications Grades 10-12 5 Credits
This course will include instruction in AutoCAD as well as technology education. It will focus on understanding design as a process and include experiences in problem solving, creative thinking, architecture, and project construction & evaluation. Students will explore design careers which may include architecture, engineering, interior/graphic design, aerospace, or other technical careers. Computer aided drafting areas of study will include: understanding and developing two-dimensional drawings using geometric construction, basic multi-view drawings, stylistic lettering, and basic modeling techniques. Technology learning activities will allow students to design and build projects that may include catapults, robotics, model airplanes, etc.
Prerequisite: None

PC Systems / Repair Grades 10-12 5 Credits
This “hands-on” introductory course provides students with a basic understanding of computer software hardware, components, and peripherals. Additional concepts will include operating systems, file management, connections to the Intranet and introductory networking skills for a home environment or small office. Students will learn advanced techniques to troubleshoot home technology integration, resolve hardware and software issues, computer assembly and core computing skills through hands-on labs and instructor-led online curriculum. These skills will prepare the students for the CompTia Home Technology Integration+, the A+ exam as well as the IC³ certification with additional preparation and study time outside of class.
Prerequisite: None