Engineering Pathway

Design & Drawing – 0814 Full Year – 1 Credit Grade 9 – 12

Prerequisite: None

This course is required for CTE programs (Carpentry and Automotive) and is the foundation for all future technology/CTE courses. Prerequisite: None. This introductory technology class is the foundation for all technology classes. This class will prepare students with the necessary skills to progress further within the technology/CTE program. Students will learn a variety of mechanical drawing techniques. This class will focus on the production of exciting, real world products/ projects by introducing multiple graphic design software--for example, AutoCad, Google SketchUp, Photoshop, SolidWorks, and 3D StudioMax. Students are encouraged to innovate and design their projects using hand drawings and computers. This course may be used to meet the one unit New York State Fine Arts requirement for graduation.

Computer Aided Design (CAD) - 0838 Full Year – 1 Credit Grade 10 – 12

Recommended Coursework: Drawing and Design or Geometry in Construction

This course provides students the opportunity to explore the use of computer aided drafting tools used in a wide array of careers in the areas of design, architecture, engineering, interior design, etc. The students will learn the fundamentals of the industry-standard program, AutoCAD. The course focuses on teaching students traditional drafting techniques using the newest forms of technology.

All projects in this course revolve around developing problem-solving skills. Students will have the opportunity to be creative and create projects utilizing advanced computer aided machines like Laser engraver, CNC mill, and 3D printers.

Principles of Engineering – 0817 Full Year – 1 Credit Grade 10 – 12

Suggested Coursework: Algebra I and Physics

What is an engineer? What do they do? How does an engineer solve design problems? Would I like to be an engineer? These questions are important to a student considering engineering as a possible career. Principles of Engineering is an activities-oriented course designed to provide students with the answers to those questions and more. Students will be introduced to the principles, skills, techniques, and tools used by those in the field of engineering. Principles of Engineering is designed to give students a basic understanding of physics and help them apply it to real-life situations. Throughout the course, the student will investigate the principles of engineering. They will build, evaluate, measure, monitor, and use models to simulate real-life engineering problems. Principles of Engineering will also allow students to integrate and apply math and science with technology to solve real world problems. Activities to include: robotics, mouse-trap cars, pneumatic arms, designs using Solid Works, and Auto Cad. This course may be used as a third unit of Math or Science.

Students will have the option of taking this course for college credits through the Farmingdale State University in the High School Program.

Robotics – 0830 Half Year – 1/2 Credit Grade 10 – 12

Corequisite: Principles of Engineering and/or CAD and Advanced CAD.

This course is designed to introduce students to the basics of VEX Robotics platform and the Arduino Platform as it teaches science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Students will learn how to use feedback from sensors, applied mathematics and measurement to program their robot to navigate in its environment. Students will have the opportunity to complete multiple challenges involving guided research, problem solving, working in teams, and design documentation by means of an Engineer’s Notebook.

Students will have the option of taking this course for college credits through the Farmingdale State University in the High School Program.