Variant of the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Canada 2021 Version 1.0 for Primary groupings

12 - Other

21. - Pre-technology education/pre-industrial arts programs^CAN

This series comprises instructional programs that provide individuals with knowledge, learning experiences and competencies pertaining to aspects of industry and technology. The programs are also designed to assist individuals in making informed occupational choices and provide preparation for entry into occupational training or education programs.

21.01 - Pre-technology education/pre-industrial arts programs

This subseries comprises instructional program class 21.0101.

21.0101 - Pre-technology education/pre-industrial arts programs^CAN

This instructional program class comprises any pre-trade program that focuses on technological concepts, processes and systems, such as the evolution, utilization and significance of technology as related to industry, and its organization, personnel, systems, techniques, resources and products. These programs, which are taught at various educational levels, include courses in technological literacy, basic applied science, specific technologies and their applications, and related methods of research and experimentation.

• Illustrative example(s)

  • introduction to trades
  • orientation to trades
  • pre-industrial arts programs
  • pre-technology education
  • pre-trades

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• Exclusion(s)

  • construction trades(46.0000)
  • industrial design(50.0404)
  • machine shop technology(48.0503)
  • technology education(13.1309)