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Technology (Grades 5–12) Subtest 1

Subarea III. Transportation Technology

0008

Understand how tools, equipment, and materials are selected and used in transportation technology.

• identifying characteristics and principles of operation of tools, equipment, and materials
• selecting appropriate tools, equipment, and materials for a specific situation
• identifying procedures for the safe and effective use of tools, equipment, and materials

0009

Demonstrate knowledge of the principles and characteristics of transportation technology.

• identifying types and characteristics of transportation systems (e.g., marine, terrestrial, space)
• identifying subsystems (e.g., propulsion, suspension, guidance) of transportation systems and their characteristics
• solving problems relating to forces (e.g., lift, drag) and efficiency in transportation systems

0010

Demonstrate knowledge of processes and procedures used in transportation technology.

• analyzing processes and procedures related to fluid, chemical, and thermal systems used in transportation technology
• analyzing processes and procedures related to mechanical systems used in transportation technology
• analyzing processes and procedures related to electrical systems used in transportation technology