Design Technology
Design Technology takes a modern approach to the manual arts with the integration of 2D technology, and combines it with hands on applications. Boys are encouraged to explore their own ideas and develop them in a 3D format. Emphasis is placed on experimenting with their independent ideas and applying them in a team-building environment. Project development involves classroom discussions, demonstrations, and hands-on experiences. Together with the campus makerspace, STEAMworks, these concepts can be explored using the latest in 3D printing technology, a laser cutter, and a variety of coding and electronics opportunities. Learning to operate the machines and adhere to safety standards is also part of the curriculum.
GRADE 6
Boys are encouraged to explore their own ideas and develop them in a 3D format. Emphasis is placed on experimenting with their independent ideas and applying them in a team-building environment. Project development involves classroom discussions, demonstrations, and hands-on experiences. Together with the campus makerspace, STEAMworks, these concepts can be explored using the latest in 3D printing technology, a laser cutter, and a variety of coding and electronics opportunities. Learning to operate the machines and adhere to safety standards is also part of the curriculum.
GRADE 6
Boys are encouraged to explore their own ideas and develop them in a 3D format. Emphasis is placed on experimenting with their independent ideas and applying them in a team-building environment. Project development involves classroom discussions, demonstrations, and hands-on experiences. Together with the campus makerspace, STEAMworks, these concepts can be explored using the latest in 3D printing technology, a laser cutter, and a variety of coding and electronics opportunities. Learning to operate the machines and adhere to safety standards is also part of the curriculum.
In seventh grade, design engineering provides the opportunity for boys to discover the conceptual and fabrication processes in a shop environment. They use Sketchup’s 3D software and act as young architects to design a sustainable house. During the final phase of construction, collaboration with the science department encourages these young architects to incorporate eco-systems into their projects.
GRADE 8
Eighth graders take a step back in time to the creative days of Leonardo da Vinci and design and build a model, such as the aerial screw, using Sketchup’s 3D software. They learn about the properties that affect the operation of their original design’s functionality and ultimately construct their idea out of wood and other materials resulting in a polished individual project to enjoy for years to come.
Making at US
Shaker Heights Campus
20701 Brantley Road
Shaker Heights, Ohio 44122
GRADES Junior K-8
Phone: 216-321-8260
Shaker Heights, Ohio 44122
GRADES Junior K-8
Phone: 216-321-8260
Hunting Valley Campus
2785 SOM Center Road
Hunting Valley, Ohio 44022
GRADES 9-12
Phone: 216-831-2200
Hunting Valley, Ohio 44022
GRADES 9-12
Phone: 216-831-2200
University School serves 870 boys in Junior Kindergarten to grade 12 on two campuses in suburban Cleveland, Ohio. The School’s mission is to inspire boys of promise to become young men of character who lead and serve. Dedicated faculty, rigorous curriculum, and experiential programs foster intellectual, physical, creative, and moral excellence. University School is a diverse and inclusive community where each boy is known and loved.
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