Middle School Course Sequence
Engineering, Design, and Problem Solving 6 (year-long) E602A/B
In Engineering, Design, and Problem Solving 6 students will acquire design and problem solving skills using the Engineering Design Process. They will learn technical skills in Computer Aided Design (CAD), application of mathematical concepts, technical writing, and application of scientific principles. Students will research and take part in large projects that touch on many fields in engineering including: manufacturing, product design, 3D modeling, architecture, and automation.
Prerequisite: None
Middle School Metaverse (semester) E7000
Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Business and Accounting, Law, and Education and Training, and More
In the Metaverse class, students explore the various aspects of how to establish and create a virtual online civilization. All the components that go into creating a virtual online world - Economic, Emotional Health, Ethical, Legal, Security, etc. - will be explored and considered as students work together in a collaborative classroom to learn what it takes to build their virtual online civilization from its origins. Students will use the Microsoft Minecraft Education Edition software as the backdrop platform for building and creating their Metaverse World.
Prerequisite: None
Middle School Sandbox (semester) E7001
Engineering, Architecture and Construction, Automotive, Agriculture, and More
This destination course will allow students to dive into various worlds to explore exciting careers and investigate how innovations are occurring across industries. In the Sandbox course, students will explore the interconnectivity of the Engineering industry to other industries such as Architecture and Construction, Automotive, and Agriculture to discover how knowledge and skills are applied throughout various careers. Students will synthesize information and investigate how each industry utilizes components of the others. Students will play in the “sandbox” with design, application, and project management. They will leave well-prepared for real-world applications with an understanding of how various careers are interconnected.
Prerequisite: None
Principles of Applied Engineering (year-long) PRAPEA/B
Grade 8-10, 1 credit, Level 1, On-Level weighted GPA
Students develop engineering communication skills, which include computer graphics, modeling, and presentations, by using a variety of computer hardware and software applications to complete assignments and projects. Upon completing this course, for high school credit, students will have an understanding of the various fields of engineering and be able to make informed career decisions.
Prerequisite: None