Academy of Engineering

The Academy of Engineering answers a need for engineers in this county by educating high school students in the principles of engineering, and providing content in the fields of electronics, biotech, aerospace, civil engineering, and architecture. Lee County Schools Academy of Engineering uses curriculum from Paxton/Patterson, an industry leader in providing engineering curriculum to high school students.

Academy of Engineering Course Descriptions

Foundations of Engineering and Technology Part A Honors- Grade 9

This course is an exploratory course featuring design based problem solving and academic concepts in 6 modules from architectural design to transportation. A high-energy multimedia format takes student involvement to an even higher level. Students will use Paxton/Patterson’s CAREERplus Integrated Instructional Units to explore open-ended problems and imagine solutions. Additional whole class learning experiences focus on learning the basic characteristics of technology and design. Students will use this course as a foundation before moving on to the more rigorous, upper-level technology and engineering courses. This course and TSA technical and leadership activities enhance the skills of students interested in pursuing technical, engineering, or science related careers.                        

CREDIT: 1   TYPE: Honors

Foundations of Engineering and Technology Part B Honors-Grade 10

This course continues and expands on technology concepts from Foundations of Technology and Engineering 1. Technology labs in this course increase in difficulty and are foundational for preparing students to succeed in Applications of Engineering and Technology. Labs and activities in Foundations 2 explore the technologies related to current fields of engineering, including: digital electronics, robotics, lasers, and material science. Emphasis will be placed on learning to research and present information directly related to their technology based studies. This course and SkillsUSA technical and leadership activities enhance the skills of students interested in pursuing technical, engineering, or science related careers.  

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors

PREREQUISITE: Foundations of Engineering and Technology Part A

Applications of Engineering and Technology Part A Honors- Grade 11

Students will work individually and in teams to apply engineering and technology concepts to solve real world problems. This course includes applications of alternative energy, manufacturing, architecture, and robotics.  This course includes applications of alternative energy, manufacturing, architecture, androbotics. Students will gain experience using industry recognized SolidWorks design software and explore the career opportunities available in engineering and technology fields. 

Credit:  1.    Type:  Honors

Prerequisite:  Foundations of Engineering and Technology Part B Honors

Applications of Engineering and Technology Part B Honors -Grade 12                                                     

Students will work individually and in teams to apply engineering and technology concepts to solve real world problems. This course includes applications of alternative energy, manufacturing, architecture, and robotics. Students will gain experience using industry recognized SolidWorks design software and explore the career opportunities available in engineering and technology fields.          

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Honors.                    

PREREQUISITE: Applications of Engineering and Technology Part A Honors

Drafting I Honors- Grade 9

This course introduces students to the use of simple and complex graphic tools used to communicate and understand ideas, concepts and trends found in the areas of architecture, manufacturing, engineering, science, mathematics, sketching and computer assisted design (CAD), skills, and techniques. English language arts, mathematics, and science are reinforced. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course include apprenticeship, cooperative education, internship, and job shadowing. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. 

Credit:  1           Type:  Honors

Drafting II-Engineering Honors- Grade 10 or 11

This course teaches the development of knowledge and advanced skills in Engineering Drafting and Design. An understanding of 3D CAD concepts and terms, and the use of 3D CAD software such as INVENTOR or SolidWorks, are essential and are the required method of producing finished drawings. Topics include advanced levels of Engineering Drafting and Design, Career Opportunities, Problem Solving, Manufacturing Processes, Parametric-Solid Modeling, Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Working Drawings, and 3D modeling. English language arts, mathematics, and science are reinforced. Appropriate work-based learning strategies include apprenticeship, cooperative education, internship and job shadowing. SkillsUSA competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. 

Credit:  1   Type:  Honors          Prerequisite:  Drafting I   

Drafting III- Engineering Honors

This course can be taken at CCCC as part of the CCP program.