Engineering and Robotics Courses

Principles of Applied Robotics and Engineering (L1/2) (P.A.R.E.)

(Full Year - 1.00 Credit)
5600-Level 1 Strongly recommend CAD Prerequisite and/or instructor approval
Grades 9-12
5602-Level 2
STEM Elective Level 1 / 2 No prerequisites 

This STEAM-integrated course is an innovative approach to interdisciplinary applications of robotics, engineering design, computational thinking, and programming. Students will engage in the exploration of multiple robotics systems and engineering fields across manufacturing, environmental and agricultural sciences, and information technology. Principles of Applied Robotics and Engineering blends the mind of a scientist, technologist, and designer; providing multiple opportunities for students to engage in disciplinary specific work while integrating creativity, collaboration, problem-solving, and communication. Students will design a culminating project to fully develop their interests, knowledge, and skills, launching their future career pathways and programs of study at the collegiate level. The level one option for this course will include the components of the level two and additional independent fieldwork and advanced criteria. (S, G) 

Computer Assisted Design (CAD)

(Half Year - 0.50 Credit) 8400 - Level 2 

CAD is an introductory course for students interested in careers related to design including Architecture and/or Engineering. This course is structured to allow students the opportunity to practice the basic CAD skills necessary to develop professional drawings and designs of personal interest concluding with 3D-printed objects. Students will develop individualized architectural plans associated with residential construction and engineering problems. Students will use current industry standard software packages to design and edit drawings. Students will utilize 3D printers to create prototypes of Engineering and Architectural objects. Completed designs will be included in a digital portfolio. 

(FA, H, S, G) 

Engineering Design (L1/L2)

(Half Year - 0.50 Credit) 

8220 - Level 1 Strongly recommend CAD Prerequisite and/or instructor approval 

8420 - Level 2 

This course is designed for students considering a career in the field of engineering or related technologies. Students will work to solve product design problems and complete detail and pictorial drawings using CAD drawing techniques. Students will create prototypes utilizing 3D printers and CNC machines. Students will design a product, either individually or as part of a small group, and make the drawings necessary for production. Robotics, and robot coding, is introduced in this course to expose students to real-world technologies and problem solving. This course may be elected twice. (FA, H, S, G) 

Level 1 will require the level 2 criteria with additional research and technical reports related to product design, feasibility, materials, and processes. 

Digital Electronics (L1/L2)

(Half Year- 0.50 Credit) 8390- Level 1 

8395- Level 2 

Prerequisite: Introduction to Computer Programming or AP CSP or AP CSA or instructor permission 

This interdisciplinary STEAM course provides students the opportunity to develop programs to control devices in the physical world. Topics of study from science (electricity fundamentals, Ohm’s Law, electronic components, and circuits), technology (computer programming) and engineering (design, application, systems) combine through the study of digital electronics. Additionally, students will study the Internet of Things, looking at what makes up the IoT, how devices are interconnected, programmed, and utilized. Cybersecurity and privacy issues will also be considered. The level one option for this course will include the components of the level two and additional independent field work and advanced criteria. (FA,H,S,G)