Engineering

Engineering

Introduction to Engineering Design

Length: 2 semesters

Credit ½ credit per semester (Practical Art) (Project Lead the Way)

Prerequisites: None Fee: See board approved fee schedule

Students dig deep into the engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering standards to hands-on projects. They work both individually and in teams to design solutions to a variety of problems using 3D modeling software, and use an engineering notebook to document their work. Class can also be referred to as Design and Drawing Production.

Principles of Engineering

Length: 2 semesters

Credit ½ credit per semester (Practical Art) (Project Lead the Way)

Prerequisites: Introduction to Engineering Design Fee: See board approved fee schedule

Through problems that engage and challenge, students explore a broad range of engineering topics, including mechanisms, the strength of structures and materials, and automation. Students develop skills in problem solving, research, and design while learning strategies for design process documentation, collaboration, and presentation.

Aerospace Engineering

*This course will offered on a rotating academic basis*

Length: 2 semesters

Credit ½ credit per semester (Practical Art) (Project Lead the Way)

Prerequisites: Principles of Engineering Fee: See board approved fee schedule

Students learn the fundamental knowledge and experience to apply mathematical, scientific, and engineering principles to the design, development, and evaluation of aircraft, space vehicles, and their operating systems. Emphasis includes investigation and research on flight characteristics, analysis of aerodynamic design, and the impact of this technology on the environment.

Civil Engineering and Architecture

*This course will offered on a rotating academic basis*

Length: 2 semesters

Credit ½ credit per semester (Practical Art) (Project Lead the Way)

Prerequisites: Principles of Engineering Fee: See board approved fee schedule

Students learn about various aspects of civil engineering and architecture and apply their knowledge to the design and development of residential and commercial properties and structures. In addition, students use 3D design software to design and document solutions for major course projects.

Engineering Design and Development

Length: 2 semesters

Credit ½ credit per semester (Practical Art) (Project Lead the Way)

Prerequisites: Principles of Engineering Fee: See board approved fee schedule

In this course, students work in teams to research, design, and construct a solution to an open-ended engineering problem. Students apply principles developed in the three preceding courses and are guided by a community mentor. They must present progress reports, submit a final written report, and defend their solutions to a panel of outside reviewers at the end of the