Engineering

Engineering Essentials I (9-12) (Full year)

In this course, students explore foundational concepts of engineering practice, with opportunities to explore the breadth of engineering career opportunities and experiences and solve engaging and challenging real-world problems. The course highlights the impact of engineering and challenges student perceptions of the engineering field, with a focus on exploring global engineering challenges and sustainability goals, as well as personal, societal, environmental, and economic impacts of engineering solutions. Examples of topics covered in the course includes: disaster relief and recovery, worker health and well-being, modern medical devices and procedures, and sustainable cities and communities. Students are introduced to a variety of career connections by providing diverse examples of engineering professional engaged in addressing engineering changes. Limit: 16

Engineering Design   (10-12)   (Full year) (Prerequisite: Engineering I and Algebra I or teacher approval) 

Engineers make a world of difference! Students are introduced to the engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering standards to identify and design solutions to a variety of real problems. They work both individually and in collaborative teams to develop and document design solutions using engineering notebooks and 3D modeling software. Are you ready to design the future? Enrolllment will be limited to 16 students. 

Principles of Engineering II   (10-12)   (Full year) (Prerequisite: Engineering I or Geometry and teacher approval)

Through problems that engage and challenge, students explore a broad range of engineering topics, including mechanisms, the strength of materials and structures, automation, and motion.  Students develop skills in problem solving, research, and design while learning strategies for design process documentation, collaboration, and presentation.  What type of engineer or engineering technologist would you like to be?  Enrollment will be limited to 16 students.

Architecture Engineering III (11-12) (Full year) (Prerequisite: Engineering II or Algebra II and teacher approval)

Civil Engineering an dArchitecture (CEA) is a high school level specialization course in the PLTW Engineering Program. In CEA, students are introduced to important aspects of building and site design and development. They apply math, science, and stand engineering practices to design both residential and commercial projects and document their work using 3D architectural design software. Students will progress from completing structured activities to solving open-ended projects and problems that require them to develop planning documentation, communication, and other professional skills. This course is an elective credit only. Enrollment will be limited to 16 students.