St. Joan of Arc Catholic Secondary School
3801 Thomas Street
Mississauga, Ontario, L5M 7G2
(905) 285-0050
We believe that each one, created in the image and likeness of God, is called by name into
the
Dufferin-Peel community to realize the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations to the fullest
extent possible as we all journey from the early years to vocation.
COURSE OUTLINE
Department:
Course:
Course Code:
Technological Studies
Construction Grade -10
TCJ2O1
Course Description:
This course introduces students to building materials and processes through opportunities to design and
build various construction projects. Students will learn to create and read working drawings; become
familiar with common construction materials, components, and processes; and perform a variety of
fabrication, assembly, and finishing operations. They will use a variety of hand and power tools and
apply knowledge of imperial and metric systems of measurement, as appropriate. Students will develop
an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and will explore
secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the industry.
Strand & Unit Title:
Corresponding Catholic Graduate Expectation(s):
Shop Health & Safety
Understanding and reading
Measurements
“How to use a Tape Measure &
Ruler”
How to read Orthographic
Drawings and Plans
Hand Tools (Identification & Use)
Power Tools (identification & use)
Wood Project 1
Wood Project 2
CGE2a Listens actively and critically to understand and learn in
light of gospel values
CGE2b Reads, understands and uses written materials effectively
CGE2c Presents information and ideas clearly and honestly and
with sensitivity to others
CGE3a Recognizes there is more grace in our world than sin and
that hope is essential in facing all challenges
CGE3b Creates, adapts, evaluates new ideas in light of the
common good
Assessment and Evaluation:
Category Weightings
Knowledge/Understanding
Thinking
Application
Communication
Weight
25%
25%
25%
25%
Final Summative
Assessments
Term Work
Course Culminating
Exam
Overall Weighting
70%
30%
No Exam
Learning Skills and Work Habits will also be assessed and reported on. For more information please refer to Growing Success pg. 11.
http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/policyfunding/growsuccess.pdf