FEEDER COURSES

Engineering Design

This course is designed to be a prerequisite to Computer Aided Design and an introduction to technical sketching and drawing. Emphasis will be on the fundamentals of mechanical, pictorial, and architectural drawing. Students will be expected to sketch and draw every day. Additional topics include geometric design, multi-views, section views, and auxiliary views. Students will complete a hands-on, problem solving activity by the end of the course. Semester 1/2 Credit

Engineering Applications

Engineering Applications is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in engineering and/or design. Students involved should have an interest in math and sciences. Students will interact with each other and will be challenged to break through normal thinking skills with project-based learning. Students will also explore the following areas: electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and structural engineering through design and prototyping of projects completed in class. 

Semester 1/2 Credit

Computer Aided Design

This course is an introduction to the field of two dimensional Computer Aided Design and is recommended as the second or third course in the Engineering Pathway. This course will introduce the first software package from the CAD ACADEMY curriculum as well as a wide variety of technologies relating to engineering, product design, and development. Classroom activities will be focused around geometric design as students learn how to operate basic functions of the software. This course will also require students to complete problem solving projects relating to course material. Students enrolled should have a n interest in math and sciences. 

Semester 1/2 Credit

3D Modelling & Prototyping

This course will give student an in depth view of Computer Aided Design and is recommended as the second or third course in the Engineering Pathway. This course will introduce the 3D Solidworks software package and students will learn how to use a 3D printer to create solid models. Three dimensional scanning technology will also be incorporated into the classroom which will be utilized to digitize real objects. This course will also require students to complete problem solving projects relating to course material. Students enrolled should have a n interest in math and sciences. 

Year 1 Credit

Introduction to Alternative Energy

This course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in engineering. One major objective of this course is for students to learn about and explore innovative ways to power our society. As our world changes, the need for individuals who are trained in this growing field are in high demand. “Green” concepts, energy trends, and potential ways to cut energy costs will be discussed. Particular areas of interest will include solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal energy. Basic electrical concepts will be introduced with lab activities. Students will also learn about fossil fuels, nuclear energy, biofuels, fuel cells, and biomass-energy

Semester 1/2 Credit

PROGRAM COURSES

Honors levels of all courses are available.

Level I: Aerospace Engineering

This course will introduce students to the evolution of flight, navigation and control, flight fundamentals, aerospace materials, propulsion, space travel, and orbital mechanics. Students will learn and apply principles of aerospace design and construction to aircraft, rockets and spacecraft. In this course engineering standards will be reinforced along with employability skills. Unique problem solving projects such as those sponsored by NASA will be used as a tool to instruct classroom activities. Students may also have the opportunity to tour local colleges and companies.

Level I: Manufacturing Operations

Students will learn about different processes found on a production line in a manufacturing setting and learn how these technologies overlap to create automated systems to mass produce products found in local manufacturing facilities. Using self-paced hands-on trainers, students will learn about Basic Electrical Concepts, Computer Aided Design, Robotics, Quality Control, Pneumatic Systems, Injection Molding Systems and Mechanical Systems. Students will demonstrate their knowledge through PowerPoint presentations.

Level II: Robotics

Students will apply the knowledge and skills necessary to program and operate robots, using the teach pendant as the main interface point. The students will learn robotic operations and system configurations. Students will code, compile, and debug programs using the robotic programming language.

Level II: DC Electronics

Students will learn the fundamental principles of electricity with emphasis on DC (direct current) circuits. They will use concepts of Ohm’s Law, the Power Formula, and Kirchoff’s Laws with series, parallel, and series-parallel circuit applications. The relationship between electricity and magnetism and motor theory will also be introduced. The students will use and maintain digital multimeters and oscilloscopes. 

INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS

National Association of Rocketry Certification

To earn this certification students must 

• Pass a National Exam 

• Successfully Build and Fly a High Powered Rocket

COLLEGE CREDIT

DC Electronics

Credit is granted through the CTAG system. Successful completion of the course and its associated WebXam provides credit for the course at Ohio colleges and universities.