| (B) apply critical-thinking strategies;
(C) apply decision-making techniques to the selection
of technological solutions; and
(D) evaluate the impact of technology on scientific
thought, society, and the environment.
(18) The student applies communication, science, and
mathematics knowledge and skills to construction activities. The student
is expected to:
(A) prepare technical reports and presentations;
(B) solve algebraic equations;
(C) solve problems in U.S. standard and metric units;
and
(D) perform unit conversions.
(19) The student knows the laws governing motion. The
student is expected to:
(A) analyze examples of uniform and accelerated motion,
including linear, projectile, and circular motion;
(B) evaluate the effects of forces on the motion of
objects;
(C) develop a free-body diagram for force analysis;
and
(D) analyze motion relative to different frames of
reference.
(20) The student knows the concept of momentum. The
student is expected to:
(A) identify linear and angular momentum; and
(B) relate the conservation of momentum to linear and
angular motion.
(21) The student knows the concept of waves and vibrations.
The student is expected to:
(A) evaluate characteristics of wave motion; and
(B) demonstrate how waves transmit energy.
(22) The student knows the concept of energy conversion.
The student is expected to:
(A) evaluate the purpose of energy converters;
(B) identify converters that change one form of energy
to another; and
(C) evaluate the efficiency of converting energy from
one form to another.
(23) The student knows the concept of energy transduction.
The student is expected to:
(A) identify the function of a transducer;
(B) distinguish between an energy converter and a transducer;
and
(C) identify transducers that change energy signals
from one form to another.
(24) The student knows the concept of radiant energy.
The student is expected to:
(A) describe radiation;
(B) compare fission and fusion in terms of end products,
energy, advantages, and availability; and
(C) compare and contrast different types of radioactive
decay.
(25) The student knows the concept of light and optics.
The student is expected to:
(A) identify characteristics of optical devices;
(B) analyze the characteristics of light, including
reflection, refraction, and interference; and
(C) interpret the effects of wave characteristics in
daily applications such as lasers and optics in industrial and medical
technology.
(26) The student knows the concept of time constants.
The student is expected to:
(A) define a time constant; and
(B) distinguish between a linear and non-linear increase
and decrease of a variable with time.
(27) The student describes basic product marketing
processes and techniques used in construction. The student is expected
to:
(A) prepare a marketing plan for an idea, product,
or service; and
(B) discuss the effect of customer satisfaction on
the image of a product or company.
(28) The student investigates career opportunities,
requirements, and expectations in construction technology. The student
is expected to:
(A) identify an area of interest in construction and
investigate its entry-level and advancement requirements and its growth
potential; and
(B) describe the careers available in construction.
(29) The student describes the importance of teamwork,
leadership, integrity, honesty, work habits, and organizational skills.
The student is expected to:
(A) describe how teams function;
(B) use teamwork to solve problems;
(C) distinguish between the roles of team leaders and
team members;
(D) identify characteristics of good leaders;
(E) identify employers' expectations and appropriate
work habits;
(F) define discrimination, harassment, and inequality;
(G) use time-management techniques to develop and maintain
work schedules and meet deadlines; and
(H) complete work according to established criteria.
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