Principles of Engineering

Explore how modern engineers are helping improve the world through diverse engineering fields such

as product design, robotics, mechanical design, infrastructure, and sustainability. Learn the principles of

engineering as well as the cutting-edge tools of robotics, 3-D modeling, programming, and prototyping that

engineers are using to solve problems today and for the future!

Principles of Engineering is a full-year course designed to be a high school student’s second exposure to the

PLTW Engineering program and is appropriate for students in grades 9-12. In Principles of Engineering, students

explore a broad range of engineering disciplines, careers, and design and solve real-world engineering problems.

This course introduces students to engineering concepts that are applicable to a variety of engineering disciplines

and empowers them to develop technical skills through the use of engineering tools such as 3-D modeling software,

hands-on prototyping equipment, programming software, and robotics hardware to bring their solutions to life.

Students apply the engineering design process to solve real-world problems across a breadth of engineering fields

such as mechanical, robotics, infrastructure, environmental sustainability, and product design and development. 

Principles of Engineering Unit Summary

Unit 0 Introduction to Product Design and Development

Unit 1 Mechanical Design

Unit 2 Application of Robotics

Unit 3 Energy in Action

Unit 4 Designing Infrastructure and Developing Sustainability