Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Industrial Technology

Other Iowa CTE sets

Students will examine how engineering and technology helps improve, manage and control natural and engineered environments. IND1

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    Illustrate the purpose and impact of engineering and technology on society and the environmentIND1.1

  • 2

    Apply the universal systems model when studying areas of applied sciences, technology engineering and manufacturing.IND1.2

Students will investigate the evolution of engineering, technology and trade and industry on products, structures and systems.IND2

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    Analyze technological advancements throughout time periods in history. IND2.1

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    Investigate inventions and innovations of products, processes, materials and tools.IND2.2

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    Evaluate how technology inventions and innovations have impacted (positive/negative) the society and the environment.IND2.3

Students apply safety practices in the lab and on worksites.IND3

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    Demonstrate safe practices and procedures with tools and equipment.IND3.1

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    Demonstrate appropriate use of personal protective equipment.IND3.2

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    Demonstrate safety concerns according to local policies and procedures.IND3.3

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    Analyze hazardous materials procedures and OSHA.IND3.4

Students apply and adapt appropriate workplace behaviors and characteristics to prepare for careers. IND4

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    Analyze education and skill requirements for engineering and technology and related professions.IND4.1

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    Report the outlook, demand, and projected wages for engineering, technology and trade and industry careers.IND4.2

  • 3

    Research, analyze and use data for work assignments.IND4.3

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    Exhibit a responsible work ethic.IND4.4

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    Demonstrate accepted standards for ethical behavior. IND4.5

  • 6

    Establish a personal career goal and develop objectives for achieving the goal.IND4.6

  • 7

    Create a continuing education plan that identifies further education and training options.IND4.7

  • 8

    Prepare for exams leading to certifications recognized by business and industry.IND4.8

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    Evaluate resources that keep workers current in the career field.IND4.9

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What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12

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