1st Round Application deadline 4:00pm November 30, 2020
Our Engineering magnet program is the Nationally recognized Project Lead the Way program (www.pltw.org and www.southcarolinapltw.com). Carolina Academy became a Nationally Certified PLTW program during the 2006-2007 school year and became re-certified in the fall of 2012. This means that our engineering students have the opportunity to earn college credit for the courses they are taking while enrolled in our program. Click here to learn more about college credit
Carolina High is the only school in Greenville County offering the full 5-course Project Lead The Way (PLTW) engineering program!
Introduction to Engineering Design-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 3-D modeling software, and use an engineering notebook to document their work.
Principles of Engineering-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
Computer Integrated Manufacturing-Manufactured items are part of everyday life, yet most students have not been introduced to the high-tech, innovative nature of modern manufacturing. This course illuminates the opportunities related to understanding manufacturing. At the same time, it teaches students about manufacturing processes, product design, robotics, and automation. Students can earn a virtual manufacturing badge recognized by the National Manufacturing Badge system.
Digital Electronics-From smartphones to appliances, digital circuits are all around us. This course provides a foundation for students who are interested in electrical engineering, electronics, or circuit design. Students study topics such as combinational and sequential logic and are exposed to circuit design tools used in industry, including logic gates, integrated circuits, and programmable logic devices.
Engineering Design and Development- Senior project The knowledge and skills students acquire throughout PLTW Engineering come together in Engineering Design and Development as they identify an issue and then research, design, and test a solution, ultimately presenting their solution to a panel of engineers. Students apply the professional skills they have developed to document a design process to standards, completing Engineering Design and Development ready to take on any post-secondary program or career.
Order of classes may change depending on prior classes completed
Students have the opportunity to participate in many enrichment activities including speakers, field trips, and competitions. We are grateful for our partnership with Fluor Corp who sponsors a Friendly Engineering Competition for our students each year during National Engineers Week.
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