(Tech labs, business classrooms, graphic design, ICT, education, some engineering coursework)
Purpose
Provide flexible instructional spaces for computer-based learning, design, simulation, and introductory hands-on work.
Activities
- Computer-based design (CAD, graphic design, coding)
- Virtual enterprise simulations
- Business/marketing instruction
- Photo/video editing
- Career exploration modules (at middle school)
- Small hands-on modules
- Collaboration requiring hands-on kinesthetic activities allowing for movement and space for creativity
Considerations
- 25–35 high-performance computers
- Large displays / multiple screens
- Modular furniture (preferably tables, not desks)
- Flexible seating
- Handwashing stations
- Storage for small manipulatives, robotics kits, cameras
- Higher electrical capacity
- Optional green screen wall / small broadcast nook
- For middle school career exploration:
- Large, flexible space for varied modules
- Tables, movable seating
- At least one hand-washing station
- Ample storage for equipment bins
Adjacencies
- Should be near other CTE labs but do not require industrial utilities
- In some cases, paired with a specialized lab (e.g., engineering classroom next to engineering shop)
(Tech labs, business classrooms, graphic design, ICT, education, some engineering coursework)
Purpose
Provide flexible instructional spaces for computer-based learning, design, simulation, and introductory hands-on work.
Activities
- Computer-based design (CAD, graphic design, coding)
- Virtual enterprise simulations
- Business/marketing instruction
- Photo/video editing
- Career exploration modules (at middle school)
- Small hands-on modules
- Collaboration requiring hands-on kinesthetic activities allowing for movement and space for creativity
Considerations
- 25–35 high-performance computers
- Large displays / multiple screens
- Modular furniture (preferably tables, not desks)
- Flexible seating
- Handwashing stations
- Storage for small manipulatives, robotics kits, cameras
- Higher electrical capacity
- Optional green screen wall / small broadcast nook
- For middle school career exploration:
- Large, flexible space for varied modules
- Tables, movable seating
- At least one hand-washing station
- Ample storage for equipment bins
Adjacencies
- Should be near other CTE labs but do not require industrial utilities
- In some cases, paired with a specialized lab (e.g., engineering classroom next to engineering shop)
