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 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 an Academy cohort, students will share common classes with other Academy students and see integrated use of technology within these classes. Cohort students also participate in a year-long mentor program with industry professionals. Though our engineering classes are open electives, our Academy cohort students earn priority into these classes and additional opportunities, as well as earn an Engineering Certificate upon graduation.
DHS Engineering Certificate Requirements
To earn the DHS Engineering Certificate upon graduation, students must accomplish the following.
Be enrolled year-long and earn a passing grade in the following electives:
2 out of 3 Foundational Courses
Introduction to Engineering Design
Computer Science Essentials or Computer Science Principles
Principles of Engineering (Required)
1 Specialization Course
Digital Electronics
Computer Science Applications
Computer Integrated Manufacturing
Cybersecurity
Civil Engineering & Architecture
Environmental Science
Participate & successfully complete the DEDA Mentor Program during their junior year
Attend on average 1 field trip per semester
Create an online portfolio that meets the following requirements:
Includes:
Personal biography & goals
Resume
Project samples
Demonstrates:
Professional writing and organization
Technical writing
Problem-solving and teamwork
Design process & technical competencies
Students who complete the above requirements will earn a special distinction on their transcript indicating their participation in a PLTW Engineering and Design Academy as well as a certificate and cord for graduation.
Please view more information about the Academy using the links to the left. For specific information, questions, or comments, please contact any of the following people.
Academy Coordinator: Eugene Chou - choueugene@dublinusd.org
Academy Coordinator: Adam Brown - brownadam@dublinusd.org
Academy Counselor: Kim Halket -halketkim@dublinusd.org