Technology and Business Department
STEAM
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Technology and Business Department Highlights
Hands On Learning:
Learn about related trades as well as developing skills.
Operate current equipment safely and effectively to meet employer standards.
Improve math and literacy (including computer literacy) skills without even knowing it!
Community Based Projects:
Seek & build community needs while learning trade related skills.
Various Types of Technology:
Build projects by hand, by power tools, or by design with current technology.
Learn and use current tech related to the trades.
Career Opportunities:
Huge demand for skilled trades-persons in Ontario.
Explore what careers suit you best before you invest in post-secondary.
Business Studies
Teachers: Mrs. Althea Smith and Mr. Nicholas Julian
Courses are offered to Grade 9 and 10:
“Introduction to Business”
“Information and Communication Technology in Business”
Both of these courses are offered as “open” courses, which comprise one set of expectations for all students.
Grade 9/10: business operation, accounting, marketing, information and communication technology, human resources, production, management, international business, finance, and entrepreneurship.
The Grade 11 and 12 program in business studies (Mr. Greg Healey) offers a variety of courses to help students develop a deeper understanding of the world of business and to focus their interests in this area. There are courses that will help students develop their knowledge and skills in the areas of accounting, entrepreneurship, information and communication technology, international business, marketing, and business leadership.
Communications Technology
Ms. Lisa Beganyi
Highlights:
Photography
Film
CNC Laser Carved Projects based on software design
Stop Motion Animation
Photoshop
Illustrator
Graphic Design
Yearbook
Logo Design
Computer Technology
Teacher: Mr. Anthony Pracsovics
Highlights:
Hands On Learning
Learn a variety of programming languages: Alice, Visual Basic, C++, plus others of your own choosing.
Create projects of your own specification.
Learn to configure networks, and how The Internet works.
Make your own Ethernet cables.
Disassemble and reassemble computers, install operating systems and software.
Work with a variety of applications - spreadsheets, databases, word processors/desktop publishing, website design.
Explore robotics challenges through use of the NXT and EV3 Lego Robotics kits.
Gain rudimentary electronics skills.
Improve your problem solving skills by being faced with real-world problems.
Cisco Certification
Work towards Cisco's CCNA Routing and Switching certification.
Robotics
Kits are available for student use during free time.
Competitions may be entered on student involvement/request.
Electronics
Learn basic electronics components and their function.
Build logic/control circuits .
Career Opportunities
Huge demand for skilled trades-persons in Ontario.
Explore what careers suit you best before you invest in post-secondary.
Construction
Teacher: Mr. Gordon Wornoff
Highlights:
Hands On Learning
Learn about woodworking, residential carpentry, and more related trades.
Operate power tools safely and effectively to meet employer standards .
Improve math and literacy skills without even knowing it!
Dual Credit with Fleming College
Learn about Electrical, HRAC, Plumbing.
Receive a college credit before graduation (no cost!)
Community Based Projects
Put "Faith in Action!" - by getting both Construction & Religion credits.
Seek & build community needs while learning trade related skills.
CNC Technology
Build projects by hand, by power tools, or by design with use of CNC Technology.
Learn and use current tech related to the trades.
Career Opportunities
Huge demand for skilled trades-persons in Ontario.
Explore what careers suit you best before you invest in post-secondary.
Hairstyling and Aesthetics
Teacher: Mrs. Deborah Cain-Campbell
Students may focus on careers such as hairstylist, aesthetician, nail technician, or make-up artist.
Hospitality (Food and Nutrition)
Teacher: Mrs. Althea Smith
Welcome to Hospitality! My name is Althea Smith and I am a teacher who has come from the industry of hospitality. I am very excited to be your teacher this year. This course is crafted as a platform to introduce you to the skills required to match the industry’s demand for qualified entry-level employees. In one semester this program will teach you the dynamics involved with the hospitality and tourism industry. You will also learn practical skills and theoretical knowledge that will allow you the opportunity to work within the hospitality sector. I am looking forward to working with each of you this upcoming year.
These course provide students with opportunities to explore different areas of hospitality and tourism, as reflected in the various sectors of the tourism industry, with an emphasis on food service. Students will study culinary techniques of food handling and preparation, health and safety standards, the use of tools and equipment, the origins of foods, and event planning, and will learn about tourism attractions across Ontario.
Here is a video of our previous hospitality teacher.
Manufacturing Technology
Teacher: Mr. Andrew Kallo
Highlights:
We currently offer Manufacturing Technology courses to Grade 11 and 12 Students.
We focus on fabrication and design through the use of many state of the art tools and pieces of equipment.
Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) approved safety equipment including Auto-Darkening Welding helmets as well as Leather Protective Jackets, Gloves, and Leg Spats for each student.
Fully ventilated and CWB Approved Welding Booths.
In house CNC Plasma Cutter capable of cutting through as thick as 3/4" thick mild steel.
Multi Process Welding machines capable of performing MIG (GMAW), Stick (SMAW), and TIG (GTAW) welding - as well as a separate AC/DC Square Wave TIG Welding Machine.
State of the art industry standard fixture tables with included clamping and securing devices.
Technological Design
Teacher: Ms. Lisa Beganyi
Highlights:
Students will also explore the principles of Graphic Design, Fashion and Architecture.
Software explored in this class includes: Floor Planner Software, Google Sketchup, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, & Google Sites.
CNC Laser Cutter and Wood Router.
Transportation Technology
Teacher: Mr. Andrew Kallo
Highlights:
We currently offer Transportation Technology courses to students in Grades 10, 11, and 12.
We focus on vehicle maintenance, repair, and even custom designs.
Tire Changing machine capable of a maximum size 26" wheel.
Road Force Tire Balancing Machine.
10,000lb Capacity Vehicle Hoist.
Modern OBD-II Vehicle Diagnostic Scan Tool.
Professional Level Driving / Racing Simulator Setup for a fully immersive driving and racing experience with top of the line Direct Drive components.
