MCCCD Program Description

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education and Technology

Course: EPD256

First Term: 2013 Fall

Lecture 3.0 Credit(s) 3.0 Period(s) 3.0 Load
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: S- Standard

Description: Overview of the current status of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education and technology in the United States and The Standards for Technological Literacy developed by the International Technology Education Association (ITEA). Emphasis on the impact of technology and its interdependence with the other STEM fields in engineering, science, and mathematics. Topics include: technology systems, processes and concepts, energy and power, communication, biotechnology, manufacturing, construction, and transportation technologies. Strategies for practical application in the classroom along with lesson plan development also covered.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Summarize the history of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education and technology in the United States. (I) 2. Review the Standards for Technological Literacy as developed by the International Technology Education Association (ITEA). (II) 3. Create a lesson about technology using a problem or project-based learning strategy. (II, X-XIII) 4. Teach a lesson about an aspect of technology and its impact on our society that is appropriate for the K-12 classroom. (II, X-XIII) 5. Explain systems and subsystems and how these relate to technology. (III) 6. Define criteria and constraints, optimization, maintenance and control, and product development using examples from engineering technology. (III) 7. Describe various processes, tools, and materials of technology and engineering. (III) 8. Compare and contrast various types of graphics. (III) 9. Explain different forms of energy and power and their impact on technology. (IV) 10. Summarize the usage of electrical and electronic devices in today`s world. (IV) 11. Describe various communication technologies and the jobs associated with them, i.e. computers, graphics, photography, and multimedia technology specialists. (V) 12. Explain biotechnology and its impact on the medical and agricultural fields. (VI) 13. Summarize the manufacturing technology process. (VII) 14. Analyze various aspects of construction technology. (VIII) 15. Identify examples of the different types of transportation power and systems (IX). 16. Describe the impact of the different types of transportation power and systems on our society. (IX)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Influence of the National Agenda on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education and Technology A. Academic and Core Standards and Student Performance B. Standards for Technological Literacy C. Societal and Global Impact of Technology Education II. Teaching Strategies A. Inquiry-Based B. Problem-Based C. Project-Based III. Technology Basics A. Different Types of Technology B. Impact of Technology on Other Disciplines C. Technology Systems 1. Open-Loop Systems and Subsystems 2. Closed-Loop Systems and Subsystems 3. Product Development 4. Criteria and Constraints 5. Optimization 6. Maintenance and Control D. Tools and Machines E. Materials F. Design and Problem Solving G. Graphics IV. Energy and Power Technology A. Energy and Power Basics B. Electricity and Electronics V. Communication Technologies A. Computers B. Graphics C. Photography D. Multimedia E. Other VI. Biotechnologies A. Medical B. Agricultural VII. Manufacturing Technologies A. Manufacturing Systems B. Producing and Selling Products VIII. Construction Technology A. Design B. Buildings C. Large or Heavy Construction Projects IX. Transportation Technology A. Motors and Engines B. Land, Water, Air, and Space X. Characteristics of Learners A. Learning Styles B. Past Experiences C. Backgrounds D. Prior Knowledge E. Cultural Differences XI. Lesson Plan A. Objectives B. Teaching Procedures C. Learning Activities D. Materials E. Assessments XII. Learning Environment A. Classroom B. Experiences XIII. Resources A. Textbooks B. Internet/Computers/Software C. Professional Software D. Other

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: June 25, 2013

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