About The Technology Academy
The 21st century has produced what seems to be an endless amount of scientific and technological innovations. Throughout the years, these innovations become increasingly important as we face the benefits and challenges of globalization and a knowledge based economy. To succeed in the ever evolving technological and information-based society, students must develop strong skills and capabilities that far surpass what was once acceptable.
In order to prepare our students for careers of the future, we offer several great career pathways that allow them to develop skills necessary to enter a post-secondary education program or the career industry. The Technology Academy offers endorsements in STEM and Business Industry.
Oil & Gas Production Pathway
Students in our Oil and Gas Production Pathway will participate in research, field experiences, and training on current trends in the petroleum industry to gain knowledge of the specific requirements for entry into post-secondary education and employment related to the petroleum industry.
Our Oil & Gas Production Pathway classes include Oil & Gas Production I and II; Practicum in Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources; Extended Practicum in Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources. Other recommended electives include Touch System Data Entry, BIM I and II, Introduction to Welding, Principles of Manufacturing.
Certification opportunities for this pathway include National Professional Certification in Customer Service, Six Sigma (Yellow Belt) and OSHA.
Please visit our teachers websites for more information on their classes.
Bobby Bruce - Oil & Gas Production and Practicum
Shequeslyn Addison - BIM, Financial Math, Global Business
Systems Engineering Pathway
In our Systems Engineering Pathway, students will gain knowledge and skills related to the design process as it applies to engineering fields. Students can expect to use multiple design software applications, tools necessary to produce and present working drawings, solid model renderings and prototypes. Through implementation of the design process, students will transfer advanced academic skills to component designs. Additionally, students will explore career opportunities in engineering, technology, and drafting and identify what is required to gain and maintain employment in these areas.
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Students entering the Systems Engineering Pathway can expect to take classes in Principles of Applied Engineering, Robotics I & II, and Engineering Design and Presentation I & II. Additional electives include Touch System Data Entry, BIM I & II, Principles of Manufacturing , and Introduction to Welding.
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Certification Opportunities include AutoDesk Software, CAD Academy, Six Sigma (Yellow Belt), OSHA, National Professional Certification in Customer Service.
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Please visit our teachers websites for more information on their classes.
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Stephanie Galloway - Engineering Design and Presentation II
Danielle James - Applied Engineering, Info Tech, Entrepreneurship
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