The mission of Technology Foundations is the development of essential reading, writing, and

mathematics skills. Related Studies emphasizes the advanced skills of algebra, geometry,

and trigonometry applicable to relevant program areas. The two programs are intended to

complement coursework in each occupational area providing the additional technical instruction

and skill development to help each student become gainfully employed in his/her chosen field.

Technology Foundations emphasizes the basic skills of language arts, reading, and

mathematics. Soon after enrollment, new students are assessed in these three areas.

Assessment is done via computer, using a program known as CareerReady 101, a Computer

Managed Instructional (CMI) system. CareerReady 101 is the complete interactive training

system for the WorkKeys basic workplace skills. It provides a comprehensive learning system

for common skills required by all jobs, based on ACT‟s WorkKeys employment system.

Students‟ mastery of these applied workplace skills will be measured by three WorkKeys

assessments that comprise Tennessee‟s Career Readiness Certificate, allowing students to exit

the program with a bronze, silver, or gold certificate to present to employers who demand these

skills.

If it is determined that a person needs assistance in any of the areas of math, reading, or

language, the student will schedule time in the Technology Foundations classroom to review

these areas. Typically, students spend approximately six (6) hours per week until he/she can

demonstrate proficiency, at the specified levels, in these subjects.

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