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Grade 11, University/College Preparation
D1. demonstrate an understanding of relevant safety practices, standards, and legislation;
D2. describe ethical and security issues related to the use of computers;
D3. describe various careers related to computer technology and electronics, and the entry requirements for these careers.
D1. Health and Safety
D2. Ethics and Security
D3. Career Opportunities
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OVERALL EXPECTATIONS
By the end of this course, students will:
SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS
By the end of this course, students will:
D1.1 comply with relevant industry practices, standards, and related legislation to ensure workplace safety (e.g., standards and regulations specified in the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System [WHMIS] and the Electrical Safety Code; grounding and enclosure standards for electrical circuits; ergonomically sound work- place arrangements and practices);
D1.2 describe and use appropriate equipment, techniques, and strategies to avoid health and safety problems associated with computer use (e.g., back injuries from improper lifting of heavy equipment, repetitive strain injuries, eye strain).
By the end of this course, students will:
D2.1 describe the components of an acceptable- use policy for computers (e.g., restrictions on commercial or personal use, prohibition of inappro- priate content, protection of privacy);
D2.2 explain the importance of and comply with
software licensing legislation (e.g., copyright and patent acts);
D2.3 explain the importance of security (e.g., pass- word protection, encryption) for confidential data and other sensitive electronic information (e.g., to protect against industrial espionage or identity theft).
By the end of this course, students will:
D3.1 describe various careers related to computer technology and electronics that require
postsecondary education (e.g., computer engineer, systems analyst, network analyst, information technology technician);
D3.2 describe entry requirements, including com- puter expertise, for careers related to computer technology (e.g., apprenticeships, university pro- grams, college programs, industry certifications);
D3.3 identify groups and programs that are avail- able to support students who are interested in pursuing non-traditional career choices in com- puter technology (e.g., mentoring programs, virtual networking/support groups, specialized postsecondary programs, relevant trade/industry associations);
D3.4 demonstrate an understanding of and apply the Essential Skills that are important for suc- cess in the computer technology industry, as identified in the Ontario Skills Passport (OSP) (e.g., reading text, writing, document use, computer use, oral communication, numeracy, thinking skills);
D3.5 demonstrate an understanding of and apply the work habits that are important for success in the computer technology industry, as identi- fied in the Ontario Skills Passport (e.g., working safely, teamwork, reliability, organization, working independently, initiative, self-advocacy);
D3.6 maintain an up-to-date portfolio that includes pieces of work and other materials that provide evidence of their skills and achievements in computer technology (e.g., Passport to Safety cer- tificate, OSP Work Plan, OSP Transition Plan, cir- cuit diagrams, photographs of projects, video
of working robot), and explain why having a current portfolio is important for career devel- opment and advancement.
D. PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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