Emerging technologies refer to new and innovative technologies that are being developed or are evolving to change the way we do business. They have the following characteristics:

1. High Potential: for growth and can create significant opportunities for individuals and organizations.
2. Uncertainty: relatively new, which may involve unknown challenges
3. Rapidly Evolving: continuously changing, and adapting at a fast pace. 
4. Interdisciplinary: combine different disciplines, such as computer science, engineering, and biology. 
5. Disruptive: impact traditional industries and ways of doing things.

After completing Fundamentals of Technology, you will be able to choose from 3 courses: Awareness of GPS/GIS, Introduction to Internet of Things, or Introduction to Artificial Intelligence.



AWARENESS OF GPS/GIS

Full-Year Class

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Technology

Credit Value: .5 per semester/Computer (NOT for OK Promise)

Course Description:  Geographic information systems (GIS) and global positioning systems (GPS) are changing the ways professionals, in many fields such as farming, emergency management, finance, marketing, and city planning, make decisions. With GPS/GIS, any kind of flow that needs to be studied, can be tracked, mapped, and analyzed. You will work with GPS units and GIS mapping software to identify features of interest, analyze patterns, and derive useful information. Assignments use hands-on lab activities and creative problem solving, to learn basic mapping, programming, security, data analytics, and business principles.

 

INTRODUCTION TO INTERNET OF THINGS (IoT) 

Full-Year Class

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Technology

Credit Value:  .5 per semester/Computer

Course Description:  The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of devices that connect and exchange data. This course will explore how organizations use IoT to operate more efficiently, deliver enhanced customer service, improve decision-making and make a profit. You will learn how IoT makes our homes "smart’’, through automation of lighting, air conditioning, security systems, and home appliances.  Assignments use hands-on lab activities and creative problem solving, to learn basic programming, electronics, networking, security, data analytics, and business principles.

 

INTRODUCTION TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Full-Year Class

Grades: 10-12

Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Technology

Credit Value:  .5 per semester/Computer

Course Description:  Artificial Intelligence (AI) is an area of study that deals with the simulation of intelligent behavior in computers.  Careers that require AI are on the rise and many that have existed for years, like Data Analyst or Software Developer, are changing to incorporate Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning applications. This introductory course will prepare you to better understand how AI is changing society and the workplace. Assignments incorporate basic programming, data science, creative problem solving, and ethical reasoning skills.