ENGINEERING FOUNDATIONS Program of Study

Level 1

Engineering

Essentials

Level 2

Introduction to Engineering Design

Level 3

Engineering Science

Level 4

Environmental Sustainability

Engineering Essentials

Pre-Requisite: None                                              

PEIMS#: N1303760                  Credit: 1

Students will transfer academic skills to component designs in a project-based environment through implementation of the design process.  Students will build prototypes or use simulation software to test their designs. Additionally, students will explore career opportunities, employer expectations and education needs in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields.

Introduction to Engineering Design (Advanced)

Pre-Requisite: Algebra I, Principles of Applied Engineering                                    

PEIMS#: N1303742      Credit: 1

In this introductory engineering class, students dig deep into the engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering standards to hands-on-projects.  They work both individually and in teams to design solutions to a variety of problems using 3D modeling software and use an engineering notebook to document their work.

Advanced Engineering Science (formerly Principles of Engineering)

Pre-Requisite: Intro to Engineering Design, Geometry, Physics or concurrent with Physics

PEIMS#: 13037500                    Credit: 1

This is an engineering course designed to expose students to some of the major concepts and technologies that they will encounter in a postsecondary program of study in any engineering domain.  Student will have the opportunity to investigate engineering and high-tech careers. Students will employ science, technology, engineering and math concepts in the solution of real-world challenge situations. Students will learn how to document their work and communicate their solutions to their peers and members of the professional community.

Environmental Sustainability (Advanced)

Pre-Requisite: Algebra II, Physics, Principles of Engineering

PEIMS#: N1303746            Credit: 1

In this course, students investigate and design solutions in response to real-world challenges related to clean and abundant drinking water, food supply issues, and renewable energy.  Applying their knowledge through hands-on activities and simulations, students will research and design potential solutions to these true-to-life challenges.