This document provides information about a Tech Lit class including the instructor's name, class schedule, grading policy, and topics that will be covered. The class will focus on how technology impacts various fields such as healthcare, automotive, construction, and more. Students will learn computer applications like Microsoft Office and how to use technologies like email and the internet. The document outlines lab safety rules and expectations for respectful behavior.

1. Welcome to Tech Lit
Mrs. Beth Cueni

2.  Computers have changed the ways we work and live
 Computer software/applications has made
performing tasks easier.
 Computers can make your jobs easier
Why is Tech Lit important?

3.  Once a week for one semester
 One hour class session
 First semester Sept. 6-Dec. 16
 Second semester Jan. 9-May 5
 Remediation Daily after 10:30
 Grading- Mastery Learning 80%
Tech Lit

4.  Health Careers – EMS, PCT, SMD
 Medical records
 Research and development
 Life sustaining equipment
 Patient monitoring equipment
 Patient check –in, iPad questionnaire, registration
Technology in the field

5.  Information Technology – CNT, IMT, IPD,ISS, BMT
 Programming languages for computers
 Management of computer equipment
 Software for malware, viruses and spyware
 Software for video and audio editing
 Physical and wireless connections for computer
equipment
Technology in the field

6.  Automotive – ACR, AUT
 embedded computers to control speed, heating/cooling,
navigation
 Computers for diagnostic testing
 Self driving cars
 Cameras and radars for backing out, speed control
 Internet access
Technology in the field

7.  Construction Technology – APM, CON, LND
 Blueprints and software used in designs of structures
 Tools, 3-D construction
 Irrigation and Greenhouse control systems
Technology in the field

8.  Professional Trades – HVAC, ADM, WLD, EEP, MES
 Remote climate control
 Software for blueprints and building design
 New electronic equipment depend on the EEP field
 Low energy LED’s , Amazon echo
Technology in the field

9.  Service Industry – TPP, COS, CUL
 Students records, lesson planning and delivery
 Automated scheduling and reminder systems
 Payment software (apple pay, iPad, Square)
 Reservation systems (Open Table)
Technology in the field

10.  Blackboard
 Citrix
 Microsoft Office
 Outlook
 Email, attachments, calendar
 Word
 Basic tasks, resumes, cover letters, templates
 Excel
 Basic tasks, functions, formulas
 PowerPoint
 Basic tasks for PowerPoint
Tech Lit Topics

11.  NO food or drink in the lab
 NO running or horseplay in the lab
 Take note of exits for fire, tornado and lockdown
drills
 Do not touch exposed wires or sockets
 Do not transmit, access, download, print or upload
any material unless directed by the teacher
 Keep hands to yourself
Safety

12.  Do NOT talk when the teacher or your classmates are
talking
 Listen to and RESPECT the thoughts of others.
 Treat the computer with RESPECT, inform the teacher
if there is a problem
 Do NOT change the settings on the computers
(screen savers, background, icons etc.)
 Shut Down/Log Off computers when you are finished
using them.
Expectations of Respect