APE

A deep understanding of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) is essential to help students prepare for the demands of a rapidly changing, technology-dependent world. The purpose of the courses is to give students opportunities to make connections among STEM-related concepts and principles and to apply them to solve real-world problems as they design and build their solutions. 

The IAR Applied Physics and Engineering program allows students to develop the skills necessary for success in the 21 st century. Creative problem-solving activities are employed by students to design, construct, test, and analyze prototypes within given specifications and defined performance standards. The program challenges students to use their mathematical and scientific knowledge to engineer solutions to practical problems presented in the lab. Topics covered on an exploratory basis include Engineering Design, Physics, Community Design, Energy and Power, Forces on Structures, Construction, and Material Processing. 

Students also develop an appreciation of the thought processes, tools, and resources employed by technology to create products that meet the needs of society.

Critical Content Standards

Define the Problem: Students will identify and define an engineering problem including needs and constraints 

Generate Ideas: Students will generate a range of potential designs as a solution to the engineering problem 

Build and Evaluate the Solution: Students will construct and evaluate a model or prototype as a solution for the engineering problem 

Present Results: Students will deliver final model representing optimal solution for engineering problem

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