In this Project Lead the Way (PLTW) course, students will dig deep into the engineering design process, creatively applying math, science, and engineering standards to hands-on projects. They will work both individually and in teams to design solutions to a variety of problems using 3D modeling software, and will use an engineering notebook to document their work. 

Grade Level: 9-12 | Credit: 1 | Semesters: 2

In this PLTW course, students will demonstrate knowledge and skills of the process of design 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 develop functioning models. Additionally, students explore career opportunities in engineering, technology, and drafting and determine what is required to gain and maintain employment in these areas. Certifications: Engineering Technology Foundations 

Grade Level: 10-12 | Credits: 1 | Semesters: 2

In this PLTW course students will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the design and construction of residential and commercial building projects, design teams, communication methods, engineering standards and technical documentation. 

Grade Level: 11-12 | Credits: 1  |Semesters: 2 | POAE

In this PLTW course, Students explore the physics of flight and space through software simulations and hands-on experiences. They bring concepts to life by designing and testing an airfoil, propulsion system, and a rocket. Students learn how these concepts apply to a career in aerospace engineering and other engineering fields. Student Fee: $50 (lab kits) 

Grade Level: 11-12 | Credits: 1 | Semesters: 2 | Prerequisite: POAE

Practicum in Engineering is designed to give students supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experiences such as job shadowing, independent study, or, mentorships. To prepare for careers in engineering, students must attain academic knowledge and skills, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills and technologies in a variety of settings 

Grade Level: 12 | Credits: 2 | Semesters: 2 | Prerequisite: Any Engineering Class 

In this project-based-learning class, students will participate on a team to research, design, and develop a robot to solve a challenge. Students will participate in Robotic Competitions, which will require some outside-of-school time commitment. Students will participate in both building and programming the team's robot. A successful team includes a wide variety of students willing to invest in planning, teamwork, application of academic skills (engineering, computer science, technical writing, and science), marketing, and leadership. 

Fee: $75 (parts for VEX / new kits) 

Grade Level: 9-12 | Credits: 1 | Semesters: 2

In this project-based-learning class, students will participate on a team to research, design, and develop a robot to solve another challenge. Students will participate in Robotic Competitions, which will require some outside-of-school time commitment. Students participate in both building and programming the team's robot. A successful team includes a wide variety of students willing to invest in planning, teamwork, application of academic skills (engineering, computer science, technical writing, and science), marketing, and leadership. 

Fee: $75 (parts for VEX / new kits). Competition team fee outlined in the Competition Team Application. 

Grade Level:10-12 | Credits: 1 | Semesters: 2

In this project-based-learning class, students will participate on a team to research, design, and develop a robot to solve another challenge. Students will participate in Robotic Competitions, which will require some outside-of-school time commitment. Students participate in both building and programming the team's robot. A successful team includes a wide variety of students willing to invest in planning, teamwork, application of academic skills (engineering, computer science, technical writing, and science), marketing, and leadership. 

Fee: $75 (parts for VEX / new kits). Competition team fee outlined in the Competition Team Application. 

Grade Level:11-12 | Credits: 1 | Semesters: 2

Practicum of Manufacturing is a capstone experience for students participating in a coherent sequence of career and education courses in the Manufacturing Career Cluster. Students will be awarded two credits for successful completion of this course. A student may repeat this course once for credit provided that the student is experiencing different aspects of the industry and demonstrating proficiency in additional and more advanced knowledge and skills. Fee: $75 (parts for VEX / new kits). Competition team fee outlined in the Competition Team Application 

Grade Level: 12 | Credits: 1 | Semesters: 2

Introduction to Welding will provide an introduction to welding technology with an emphasis on basic welding laboratory principles and operating procedures. Students will be introduced to the three basic welding processes. Topics include: industrial safety and health practices, hand tool and power machine use, measurement, laboratory operating procedures, welding power sources, welding career potentials, and introduction to welding codes and standards. This course will provide students with the knowledge, skills, and technologies required for employment in welding industries. Students will develop knowledge and skills related to welding and apply them to personal career development. This course supports integration of academic and technical knowledge and skills. Students will reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills to a variety of settings and problems. Knowledge about career opportunities, requirements, and expectations and the development of workplace skills will prepare students for future success. 

Supply Fee: $25 (metal and gas) 

Grade Level: 9-12 | Credits: 1 | Semesters: 2

Welding I builds on the knowledge and skills developed in Intro to Welding. Students will develop advanced welding concepts and skills as related to personal and career development. Students will have opportunities to reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills to a variety of settings. Supply Fee: $25 (metal and gas) 

Certifications: AWS D91.1 & D9.1 

Grade Level: 10-12 | Credits: 1 | Semesters: 2 | Prerequisites: Intro to Welding 

Welding II builds on the knowledge and skills developed in Welding I. Students will develop advanced welding concepts and skills as related to personal and career development. Students will integrate academic and technical knowledge and skills. Students will have opportunities to reinforce, apply, and transfer knowledge and skills to a variety of settings and problems. Supply Fee: $50 (metal and gas) 

Grade Level: 11-12 | Credits: 1 | Semesters: 2 | Prerequisites: Welding I