Statewide Program of Study: Engineering Foundations — Page 1�

Revised–Oct 2024

Engineering Career Cluster

The Engineering career cluster focuses on planning, designing, testing, building, and maintaining of machines, structures, materials, systems, and processes using empirical evidence and science, technology, and math principles. This career cluster includes occupations ranging from mechanical engineer and drafter to electrical engineer and to mapping technician.

Statewide Program of Study: Engineering Foundations

The Engineering Foundations program of study focuses on occupational and educational opportunities associated with a wide range of skills applied in the Engineering industry. Students will design, test, and evaluate projects related to engines, machines, and structures. This program of study includes applying scientific, mathematical, and empirical evidence to solve problems through innovation, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of different engineering systems.

Secondary Courses for High School Credit

Aligned Advanced Academic Courses

Students should be advised to consider these course opportunities to enrich their preparation. AP or IB courses not listed under the Secondary Courses for High School Credit section of this framework document do not count towards concentrator/completer status for this program of study.

Work-Based Learning and Expanded Learning Opportunities

Aligned Industry-Based Certifications

• Applied Robotics
• Autodesk Certified Professional in AutoCAD for Design and Drafting
• Autodesk Certified Professional in Civil 3D for Infrastructure Design
• Autodesk Certified Professional in Inventor for Mechanical Design
• Autodesk Certified Professional in Revit for Architectural Design
• Autodesk Certified Professional in Revit for Electrical Design
• Autodesk Certified Professional in Revit for Structural Design
• Autodesk Certified User AutoCAD
• Autodesk Certified User Fusion 360
• Autodesk Certified User Inventor
• Autodesk Certified User Revit
• C-103 Certified 4.0 Associate III - Robot System Operations
• Certified Industrial Robotics Programmer (CIRP)
• Certified Industry 4.0 Technician Level 1
• Certified Industry 4.0 Technician Level 2
• Certified Industry 4.0 Technician Level 3
• Certified Logistics Technician (CLT)
• Certified Mechanical Technician Level 1
• Certified Mechanical Technician Level 2
• Certified Mechanical Technician Level 3
• Certified Process Control Technician Level 1
• Certified Process Control Technician Level 2
• Certified Process Control Technician Level 3
• Certified Production Technician (CPT) 4.0
• Certified Robotics Technician Level 1
• Certified Robotics Technician Level 2
• Certified Robotics Technician Level 3

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Example Postsecondary Opportunities

Apprenticeships

• Industrial Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

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Associate Degrees

• Manufacturing Engineering Technology/ Technician
• Robotics Technology/Technician

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Bachelor’s Degrees

• Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• Engineering, General

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Master’s, Doctoral, and Professional Degrees

• Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• Engineering, General

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Additional Stackable IBCs/Licensures

• Professional Engineer (PE License)
• Engineer in Training Certification (EIT)

Example Aligned Occupations

Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Median Wage: $61,138

Annual Openings: 765

10-Year Growth: 11%

Aerospace Engineers�

Median Wage: $115,694

Annual Openings: 483

10-Year Growth: 18%

Mechanical Engineers

Median Wage: $99,937

Annual Openings: 1,755

10-Year Growth: 19%

Engineering Foundations

Successful completion of the Engineering Foundations program of study will fulfill requirements of the STEM endorsement if the math and science requirements are met or the Business and Industry endorsement.

Data Source: TexasWages, Texas Workforce Commission. Retrieved 3/8/2024.

For more information visit: https://tea.texas.gov/academics/college-career-and-military-prep/career-and-technical-education/programs-of-study-additional-resources

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• Certified SOLIDWORKS Additive Manufacturing Associate (CSWA-AM)
• Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) - Academic
• Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) - Electrical
• Certified SOLIDWORKS CAD Design Associate (CSWA) - Academic
• Certified SOLIDWORKS CAD Design Professional (CSWP) - Academic
• Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional (CSWP) - Model Based Design
• Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional (CSWP) - Simulation
• Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional (CSWPA) - Drawing Tools
• Engineering Technology Foundations
• FANUC Certified Robot Operator with ROBOGUIDE
• FDM Certification for EDU – Level 1
• Fundamentals of Robotics
• Introduction to Aerodynamics
• Introduction to Electricity
• Intuit Design for Delight Innovator
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
• Pre-Engineering/Engineering Technology - Job Ready
• Robot Operations I
• Tosa Certification for Autodesk AutoCAD (Advanced or Expert)

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Statewide Program of Study: Engineering Foundations — Page 2

Engineering Career Cluster

Statewide Program of Study: Engineering Foundations

Course Information

Level 1

Engineering Foundations

For additional information on the Engineering career cluster, �contact cte@tea.texas.gov or visit https://tea.texas.gov/cte 

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Level 2

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