Engineering Syllabus

Engineering

Welcome to a class all about the practical application and synthesis of math, science, technology, arts, and design!

About Engineering Class

Students will create projects in class which follow the Engineering Design Process, or EDP. Students will use a variety of computer programs to research and design ideas, construct prototypes, and then fully construct working final designs in the tool lab. Upon completion of the construction, students will test, reflect and redesign as necessary.

Students will complete projects with a variety of engineering subjects, including:

* Metric Measurements

* Civil Engineering & Structures

* Electricity & Circuits

* Technical Drawing

* Mechanics and Aerodynamics

* Computer Engineering & Coding/Robotics

* CAD design & 3-dimensional modeling

Grades

Typically, work will be completed during class time, though any work not completed in class will become homework. It is imperative that students try hard to manage their time and complete work by the due date to ensure that all projects can be completed. Grades are based on total points, including:

· Participation

· Small projects and work

· Large, overall unit projects

· Class activities

· Quizzes/ Tests

To ensure transparency, all projects and units are outlined as the class moves through them on my website. They will include details, rubrics, and point breakdown for all units.

General Class Expectations

1. Be respectful and responsible

2. Set high goals and expectations, try, and take pride in your work

3. Work well with others- cooperation is essential!

4. Understand and abide by the expectations outlined below

Specific Class Expectations

1. Students must exhibit appropriate behavior, which includes, but is not limited to, following all of the school rules. Students will follow all rules, policies, and expectations of the Student Handbook.

2. There will be zero tolerance of food or drink past the foyer entrance of the classroom. Students may leave their water bottles at the entrance to the room.

3. Students may not manipulate any equipment (tools and computers) in such a way that may cause damage such as plugging or unplugging equipment cords, turning switches on or off, or mistreating the equipment in any way.

4. Students will not use unauthorized passwords, disclose confidential passwords, or try to enter any unauthorized areas on a computer.

5. Students are expected to show respect for property, themselves, and others (words and actions).

6. A student will not maliciously cause another student to lose work, time, or data. This will result in a loss of points.

7. Because students may have a need to share computers and work cooperatively on projects, each student will contribute equally to every project or work assignment.

8. While in the tool lab, students must wear closed toe shoes (no sandals or flip-flops) and eye protection.

9. There will be zero tolerance for misbehavior while in the tool lab.

10. Students must always use the machinery and tools in the tool lab safely and correctly. These tools include, but are not limited to: hot glue guns, Xacto knives, utility knives, router, scroll saw, coping saw, miter saw, drill press, impact driver, dremels, and hot cutting wands. Any tool used improperly or unsafely will result in being removed from the tool lab with further possible disciplinary action to follow.

I understand that I make decisions that affect my actions. I make choices and am responsible for my own behavior. I also understand that if I do not follow the expectation of the tool lab, I may lose some or all of my privileges and possibly face other disciplinary actions.

I have read and understand the above expectations and I agree to follow them.

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