Engineering

GPA:  No WEIGHTED:  No

PREREQUISITE:  None

In Robotics I, students will transfer academic skills to component designs in a project-based

environment through implementation of the design process. Students will build prototypes

or use simulation software to test their designs. Additionally, students will explore career

opportunities, employer expectations, and educational needs in the robotic and

automation industry.

GPA:  No WEIGHTED:  No

PREREQUISITE:  Robotics I

In Robotics II, students will explore artificial intelligence and programming in the robotic

and automation industry. Through implementation of the design process, students will

transfer academic skills to component designs in a project-based environment. Students

will build prototypes and use software to test their designs. 

GPA:  Yes WEIGHTED:  Yes

Prerequisites: Algebra l and at least 1 credit from the STEM career cluster

Recommended Prerequisite: Principles of Applied Engineering or Engineering Design and Presentation l

Engineering Design and Presentation I is a continuation of knowledge and skills learned in Principles of Applied Engineering. Students enrolled in this course will demonstrate knowledge and skills of the design process as it applies to engineering fields using multiple software applications and tools necessary to produce and present working drawings, solid model renderings, and prototypes. Students will use a variety of computer hardware and software applications to complete assignments and projects. Through implementation of the design process, students will transfer advanced academic skills to component designs. Additionally, students explore career opportunities in engineering, technology, and drafting and what is required to gain and maintain employment in these areas. 

GPA:  Yes WEIGHTED:  Yes

PREREQUISITE:  Algebra I and Geometry and at least 1 Level 2 or higher course from the STEM career cluster

Recommended Prerequisites: two Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Career Cluster credits. 

The Engineering Design and Problem-Solving course is the creative process of solving problems by identifying needs and then devising solutions. The solution may be a product, technique, structure, or process depending on the problem. Science aims to understand the natural world, while engineering seeks to shape this world to meet human needs and wants. Engineering design takes into consideration limiting factors or "design under constraint." Various engineering disciplines address a broad spectrum of design problems using specific concepts from the sciences and mathematics to derive a solution. The design process and problem solving are inherent to all engineering disciplines. 

COURSE NOTE:  This course satisfies a science credit requirement for students on the Foundation High School Program.