Technology (Grades 5–12) Subtest 2

Subarea 1. Communication Technology

0011

Understand how tools, equipment, and materials are selected and used in communication 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

0012

Demonstrate knowledge of processes and procedures used in drafting and design.

identifying types and characteristics of sketches and drawings used in drafting and design
identifying and interpreting symbols, lines, and dimensioning notation used in drafting and in computer aided design (CAD) applications
interpreting technical drawings and their notations

0013

Demonstrate knowledge of processes and procedures used in graphic communication and electronic publishing.

identifying elements of graphic design (e.g., color, line, proportion, symmetry) and their uses in graphic communication and electronic publishing
identifying types (e.g., vector, bitmapped, compressed) and characteristics (e.g., RGB and CMYK colors, resolution, scale) of digital images
analyzing processes and procedures related to image preparation and production
analyzing the use of computer technology in graphic communication, electronic publishing, and multimedia productions

0014

Demonstrate knowledge of processes and procedures related to electronic communication and information technology.

analyzing processes and procedures related to telecommunication
analyzing processes and procedures related to the use of information and computer technology in communication
analyzing processes and procedures related to selecting, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining computers and networks