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Welcome to the
Engineering + Computer Science Department
Welcome to the
Engineering + Computer Science Department
Our program uses the nationally recognized curriculum, PLTW (Project Lead The Way)
No experience required!
Students can explore different specialty areas to determine if they want to pursue further studies in college
Students are challenged with a choice of academic electives
Builds problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Real-world applications develop critical thinking
Opportunities: school clubs, competitions, internships, summer jobs, enrichment camps, scholarships
4 year pathway culminates in Capstone Project (EDD)
Recognition:
AP + PLTW - CB and PLTW
PLTW Scholar - PLTW CA
CUHSD Graduation “SWAG” - honor cords, stoles
Year 1 Options:
Engineering Essentials (EES)
An introductory experience in PLTW Engineering, Engineering Essentials offers a multidisciplinary approach to teaching and learning foundational concepts of engineering practice, providing students opportunities to explore the breadth of engineering career opportunities and experiences and solve engaging and challenging real-world problems. By inspiring and empowering students with an understanding of engineering and career opportunities, Engineering Essentials broadens participation in engineering education and the engineering profession.
Available to Grade Levels: 9 through 12
Computer Science Principles (CSP)
Students work in teams to develop computational thinking and solve problems. The course does not aim to teach mastery of a single programming language but aims instead to develop computational thinking, to generate excitement about the field of computing, and to introduce computational tools that foster creativity. The course also aims to build students’ awareness of the tremendous demand for computer specialists and for professionals in all fields who have computational skills. Each unit focuses on one or more computationally intensive career paths. The course also aims to engage students to consider issues raised by the present and future societal impact of computing.
Required: completed Integrated Mathematics I (IM1) or taken concurrently
Available to Grade Levels: 9 through 11
Student Recognition:
Senior Capstone Class
Graduation honors
Questions? Please contact:
Barbara Schremp, CTE Department Head, Engineering Teacher: bschremp@cuhsd
Steven Turner, Computer Science Program Manager: sturner@cuhsd.og
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