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Middle School STEM

Computer Science and Programming Introduction

Grade: 6th-8th                Credit: 0.5 (semester)

This provides students with little or no programming experience, an understanding of the role computation can play in solving problems. It also aims to help students, to write small programs to accomplish useful goals. 

Objectives:

  • Nurture problem-solving skills, logic and creativity and provide a foundation for success in STEM careers.
  • Solve problems through writing real code, while developing 21st century skills like multiple-step thinking, perseverance, critical and analytical thinking skills.

STEM Exploration

Grade: 7th-8th               Credit: 0.5 (semester)

STEM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math education. STEM includes all the above disciplines, while adding art and design to the acronym. At Faith Christian Academy, STEM is part of an ongoing program to explore the relational connections between these educational disciplines. The goal of this course is to teach the students how to apply technology using STEM Integration as a method to design and create solutions.

Objectives:

  • Use engineering methods and principles to explore, create, and teach.
  • Understand STEM concepts through a methodical process of understanding, exploring, defining, generating concept solutions, and learning how applied concepts work.
  • Explore new and exciting tools, both in hardware and software solutions.
  • Learn how to apply web resources and working as effective team members.

High School Technology Department

The primary purpose of the Technology education is to equip students with the skills to use multiple platforms of technology. Technology provides programs and tools to allow for organization, inquiry-based learning, and problem-solving strategies. We seek to prepare students for technological expectations in both academic and professional settings. Students need to be instructed on the appropriate use of technology, and the wisdom of using technology as a positive tool. Students will be taught to avoid anything unwholesome on the internet. Rather, technology will be a vehicle that will allow the students to create and learn in accordance with the gifts that God has given them.

STEM 1.0

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12      Credit: 1.0 (Full year)

Considerations :
Class enrollment is limited. Freshmen must be pre-approved.

Objectives:

  • Explore computer programming, electronic embedded systems, engineering design, and applied mathematics.
  • Gain 21st century skills like time management, resource allocation, teamwork, problem solving, and communications.
  • Learn about basic C programming using RobotC using a high-end simulation environment enabling students, without robots, to learn programming.
  • Build a fully functional VEX Claw Bot and utilize basic engineering using Vex Robotics mechanical components.

STEM 2.0

Grades: 10, 11, 12      Credit: 1.0 (Full year)

Prerequisite :
Completed STEM 1 with average of at least 90%; Demonstrated project-based skills and working together with greater autonomy; capability in 3D prototyping.

Considerations :
Class enrollment is limited.

Objectives:

  • Continue developing basic syntax and commands programming.
  • Further develop sound engineering principles and solve more complex problems using advanced programming skills.
  • Extend programming language and platform for the Ardurino ecosystem.
  • Program a micro-processor for robotics-based projects.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in programming language and syntax, and navigate 3D modeling and slicing software.
  • Build 3D printing projects from prototype to production.

STEM 3.0

Grades: 11, 12      Credit: 1.0 (Full year)

Prerequisite :
Completed STEM 2 with average of at least 90%; Demonstrated project-based skills and working together with greater autonomy; capability in 3D prototyping.

Considerations :
Class enrollment is limited.
Objectives:

  • Build and compete in teams in regional Solar Car competition.