INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN
PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING
CIVIL ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE
ENGINEERING DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT
PROBLEMS & SOLUTIONS IN TECHNOLOGY
Students who wish to focus on a “ hands on” technology emphasis not specific to engineering should consider taking the following courses in the order described below:
1. Manufacturing Systems
2. Technology Systems
3. Computer Integrated Manufacturing
TECHNOLOGICAL PRINCIPLES I (Analytical Physics)
Grade: 10 - 12
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: 1 Science Credit, Algebra I
This is a laboratory-based course that allows the students to put the principles of physics into laboratory activities. This course is for the student who might not enroll in a traditional physics course but needs to be prepared for a technical degree or career. Students will be involved in laboratory activities at least 40% of the class time. Exercises in using and controlling mechanical systems, fluid systems, electrical systems and thermal system are emphasized.
FOUNDATION COURSES:
INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN
Grade: 9 - 12
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: None
This course teaches problem-solving skills using a design development process. Models of product solutions are created analyzed and communicated using solid modeling computer design software. Emphasis is placed on technical illustrations. Examples of equipment used are: technical drafting instruments, computers, CAD software, printing equipment, 3-D printing and prototyping. This course is recommended for students pursuing engineering major. This course is a part of a national pre-engineering “Project Lead The Way” curriculum.
PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING
Grade: 9 - 12
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: None
This course helps students understand the field of engineering/engineering technology. Exploring various technology systems and manufacturing processes help students learn how engineers and technicians use math, science and technology in an engineering problem solving process to benefit people. The course also includes concerns about social and political consequences of technological change
MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS
Grades: 9-12
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: None
This course is an activity-based class that provides hand on opportunities with material processing. Students will use manufacture projects through the use of selecting, forming and assembling a variety of materials. They will use hand and power tools in constructing these projects after they have passed all safety tests. Students will have the opportunity to set up a mock manufacturing plant and mass produce a product. They will study the impact of manufacturing and technology on society and the environment.
TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS
Grades: 10-12
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Manufacturing Systems
This course introduces students to the concepts of technology. In Tech. Systems students will explore the resources, processes, management, and products in the areas of communication, energy, and production technology. Examples of student activities are:
board and computer drawings, kits demonstrating hydraulics and pneumatics, simple electrical wiring, experiments with magnetism, and adapting sources of energy to power a vehicle. Students will have to pass all safety tests and will be working on a variety of
manufacturing equipment.
SPECIALIZATION COURSES:
CIVIL ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE
Grades: 10-12
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Introduction to Engineering Design, or Principles of Engineering
This course provides an overview of the fields of Civil Engineering and Architecture, while emphasizing the interrelationship and dependence of both fields of each other. Students use state of the art software to solve real world problems and communicate solutions to hands-on projects and activities. This course covers topics such as:
o The Roles of Civil Engineers and Architects
o Project Planning
o Site Planning
o Building Design
o Project Documentation and Presentation
COMPUTER INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING
Grades: 10-12
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Manufacturing Systems
This course builds on manufacturing systems and applies principles of robotics and automation. CAD design the course builds on computer solid modeling skills developed in I n t r o d u c t i o n t o Engineering Design. Students use CNC equipment to produce actual models of their three-dimensional designs.
Fundamental concepts of robotics used in automated manufacturing, and design analysis are included.
CAPSTONE COURSE:
ENGINEEERING DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT
Grades: 11-12
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Civil Engineering and Architecture, and or Computer Integrated Manufacturing
Must have teacher approval
This is an engineering research course in which students work in teams to research, design and construct a solution to an open-ended engineering problem. Students apply principles developed in the four preceding courses and are guided by a community mentor. They must present progress reports, submit a final written report and defend their solutions to a panel of outside reviewers at the end of the school year.
PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS IN TECHNOLOGY
Grade: 11 - 12
Credit: 1
Prerequisite: Engineering Design and Development
Must have teacher approval
This class will offer the advanced student a further opportunity to continue to develop his or her skills through a variety of projects, which focus on the design and development of more complicated products. Some projects will be done in collaboration with the
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