Course name: Technology and the Skilled Trades Course code: (TAS1O)

Grade: 9
Credits:1.0
Type: Open
Language of Study: English
Prerequisites: None
Course description: This hands-on course enables students to further explore the engineering design process and develop other technological knowledge and skills introduced in earlier grades. Students will design and safely create prototypes, products, and/or services, working with tools and technologies from various industries. As students develop their projects to address real-life problems, they will apply technological concepts such as precision measurement, as well as health and safety standards. Students will begin to explore job skills programs and education and training pathways, including skilled trades, that can lead to a variety of careers. Preview Course
Interested in taking this course?
  • If you are a student already enrolled in an Ontario High School, please contact your school about taking courses with TVO ILC.
  • If your goal is to earn a high school diploma or if you are a homeschool student, an academic assessment of your application must be done before choosing courses, please visit Apply Now to start your application.
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Course fees are partially subsidized for most Ontario residents. The administrative fee covers the cost for us to process your application.
Grade: 9
Credits:1.0
Type: Open
Language of Study: English
Prerequisites: None
Course description: This hands-on course enables students to further explore the engineering design process and develop other technological knowledge and skills introduced in earlier grades. Students will design and safely create prototypes, products, and/or services, working with tools and technologies from various industries. As students develop their projects to address real-life problems, they will apply technological concepts such as precision measurement, as well as health and safety standards. Students will begin to explore job skills programs and education and training pathways, including skilled trades, that can lead to a variety of careers. Preview Course

Course fees are partially subsidized for most Ontario residents. The administrative fee covers the cost for us to process your application.

Interested in taking this course?
  • If you are a student already enrolled in an Ontario High School, please contact your school about taking courses with TVO ILC.
  • If your goal is to earn a high school diploma or if you are a homeschool student, an academic assessment of your application must be done before choosing courses, please visit Apply Now to start your application.

Course Overview

This hands-on course enables students to further explore the engineering design process and develop other technological knowledge and skills introduced in earlier grades. Students will design and safely create prototypes, products, and/or services, working with tools and technologies from various industries. As students develop their projects to address real-life problems, they will apply technological concepts such as precision measurement, as well as health and safety standards. Students will begin to explore job skills programs and education and training pathways, including skilled trades, that can lead to a variety of careers.

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Course Syllabus

1.1   Broad-Based Technologies and Pathways

1.2   Health and Safety Practices

1.3   The Engineering Design Process

1.4   The Evolution of Technology

1.5   Product Redesigns

2.1   Idea to Prototype

2.2   Sustainable Design

2.3   Garden Design

2.4   Backyard Habitats

2.5   Park Design

3.1   Introduction to Culinary Skills and Tools

3.2   Food and Kitchen Safety

3.3   Recipe Design

3.4   Menu Planning and Food Service

4.1   Restaurant Themes and Categories

4.2   Hospitality Design

4.3   Graphic Design



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