Dublin High School's

Engineering and Design Academy

The Engineering Academy is a specialized three-year learning program that provides students with a combination of the foundational knowledge needed to succeed in a post-secondary engineering or computer science program and career exploration opportunities. All engineering curriculum is project-based with hands-on activities that combine math and science skills with real-world problems. As part of the Academy, students will share common classes with other Academy students and see integrated use of technology within these classes. Students can also apply to participate in a year-long STEM mentor program with industry professionals. Though our engineering classes are open electives, our Academy students earn some priority into these classes, as well as earn an Engineering Certificate upon graduation.

DHS Engineering Certificate Requirements

To earn the DHS Engineering Certificate upon graduation, students must have no incidences of academic dishonesty or behaviorial referrals on record and accomplish the following.

Coursework: Be enrolled year-long and earn a passing grade in the following electives:

- One Introductory Course
  - - Introduction to Engineering Design
    - Computer Science Essentials
    - Environmental Sustainability
- One Foundational Courses
  - - AP Computer Science Principles
    - Honors Principles of Engineering
- One Specialization Course
  - - Honors Digital Electronics
    - AP Computer Science Applications
    - Computer Integrated Manufacturing
    - PLTW Cybersecurity
    - ROP Civil Engineering & Architecture
    - ROP Aerospace

Online Portfolio: Create an Online Portfolio that meets the following requirements:

- Includes:
  - - About Me Page - Personal biography & goals
    - Resume
    - Project samples - 2 per course
    - Career Exploration - 4+ guest speakers (from courses), plus one of the Career Experiences below
- Demonstrates:
  - - Professional writing and organization
    - Technical writing, design process & technical competencies
    - Problem-solving & teamwork

Career Exploration: Participate & successfully complete one of the following (which must be written about with proof shown of completion in their Online Portfolio):

- The DHS STEM Mentor Program during their junior year (Application Required)
- A STEM-Based Internship (at least 160 hours)
- A STEM Summer Research Program (at least 160 hours)
- At least 4 DEDA-Approved full day field trips

Students who complete the above requirements will earn a special distinction on their transcript indicating their participation in the Dublin Engineering and Design Academy as well as a certificate and cord for graduation.

Please view more information about the Academy using the links at the top. For specific information, questions, or comments, please contact any of the following people.

Academy Coordinator: Eugene Chou - choueugene@dublinusd.org

Engineering Counselor: Kim Halket - halketkim@dublinusd.org