Technology (Grades 5–12) Subtest 2

Subarea II. Manufacturing and Biotechnology

0015

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

0016

Demonstrate knowledge of principles and characteristics of manufacturing technology.

identifying sources of raw materials and methods for collecting and extracting raw materials
identifying types and characteristics of manufacturing techniques (e.g., just-in-time, continuous, automated)
identifying processes and procedures related to research and development, quality control, and material handling in manufacturing systems

0017

Demonstrate knowledge of processes and procedures used in manufacturing technology.

identifying technical processes used in manufacturing (e.g., forming, separating, combining, finishing, casting) and their characteristics and applications
identifying appropriate manufacturing processes and procedures in a given situation
identifying the role and appropriate application of automation in manufacturing

0018

Demonstrate knowledge of principles and characteristics of biotechnology.