STEM

Introduction to Tech Science

This course serves as a high-level introduction to a wide variety of technical sciences and engineering. 14 individual types of engineering are discussed, along with modules on Biotech Sciences, Genetic Sciences, Biogenetics, Information Technology, the Internet, and Computer Programming and Languages

0.5 CreditsGrades 9–12100% OnlineSelf-Paced9 ModulesStandard High School

About the course

Course Overview

This course serves as a high-level introduction to a wide variety of technical sciences and engineering. 14 individual types of engineering are discussed, along with modules on Biotech Sciences, Genetic Sciences, Biogenetics, Information Technology, the Internet, and Computer Programming and Languages. Careers and Job Opportunities in the individual fields are also discussed.

Textbook: Introduction To Tech Science © Excel Education Systems, Inc. - 2020

By the end of the course

Learning Objectives

  • Describe the significance of science in various fields of engineering.
  • Explain the importance that pharmacogenomics plays in the future of human health.
  • Describe the importance and implications of the Human Genome Project.
  • Describe how advances in science can improve the world’s food supply.
  • Explain the basics of the information technology field and the role science plays in it.
  • Describe how the world’s digital data is stored and managed.
  • Understand the basics of computer programming and telematics.

Course contents

What You'll Study

01Module

Chapter 1: Different Types of Engineering 1

02Module

Chapter 2: Different Types of Engineering 2

03Module

Chapter 3: Different Types of Engineering 3

04Module

Chapter 4: Biotech Sciences

05Module

Chapter 5: Genetic Sciences

06Module

Chapter 6: Biogenetics

07Module

Chapter 7: Information Technology

08Module

Chapter 8: The World Wide Web, Networks, and Data

09Module

Chapter 9: Programming and Telematics

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