Principles of Engineering

This survey course of engineering exposes students to major concepts included in a postsecondary engineering course. Students employ engineering and scientific concepts in the solution of engineering design problems. Using problem-solving skills they will apply their knowledge of research and design to create solutions to various challenges. They will document their work and communicate solutions to peers and members of the professional community. Demonstration and discussion will be combined with individual and team-centered approaches to solve problems. A variety of engineering areas will be studied and many methods of solving engineering problems will be employed. Students will have the option to apply for three (3) semester hours of college credit. While there are many opportunities for college credit, it is the recommendation of RHAM High School for our students to pursue their college credit for this course through Rochester Institute of Technology in collaboration with Project Lead the Way. Please understand that students have many options on where they would like to pursue their college credit from, and that RIT is just a recommendation from RHAM High School. In order to earn college credit each school has their own requirements.