Curriculum Standards

• Research and analyze the negative and positive impacts of design on the environment and society.
• Compare and contrast the application of design on energy utilization, production, transportation and communication.
• Name the primary considerations when planning a house and be able to explain why they are important.
• Read and appraise housing designs.
• Apply computer aided drafting, Internet search and design techniques to solve real life problems.
• Apply knowledge of construction technology by designing, planning, and applying all necessary resources to successfully solve a construction problem.
• Apply advanced information collection and communication techniques to successfully convey solutions to specific construction problems.
• Analyze the positive and negative qualities of several different types of materials and appliances as they would relate to specific construction applications.
• Appraise and assess the importance of capital on specific construction applications.