Course Descriptions

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    Design & Construction Pathway

    Building Trades 1 (Grades 9-12) 1 Semester (CTE-.50 per semester) - No Prerequisite

    Unit of Credit: Semester

    Prerequisite: None

    Course Description:

    Building Trades 1 is an introductory course in which students are introduced to the various kinds of woods used in industry. Students are given experience in using selected hand held and power woodworking tools to design and construct projects. Correct and safe use of tools and equipment is emphasized. Students will also be introduced to advanced digital and production methods using industry standard software and computer controlled machines (CNC). Students may interact with industry representatives during both job site and classroom/shop demonstrations.

    Topics:

    • Measurement Systems
    • Care and Use of Hand Tools and Equipment
    • Introduction to Safe Use of Portable Power Tools
    • Introduction to Safe Use of Woodworking Machines
    • Personal Safety in the Woodworking Laboratory
    • Introduction to Wood Joinery and Shaping
    • Basic Woodworking Terminology
    • Wood Identification
    • Wood Preparation for Finishing
    • Introduction to Wood Finishing
    • Woods Technology Career Exploration
    • Design and Planning

     

    Building Trades2 (Grades 10-12) 1 Year (CTE-.50 per semester) - Prerequisite - Building Trades1

    Unit of Credit: Year Long

    Prerequisites: Building Trades 1

    Course Description:

    Building Trades 2 places a special emphasis on construction methods applicable to floor, wall, roof, and/or stair framing, also emphasizes a combination of advanced machine operations and wood technology. Students are presented with various problems for which they must conceptualize the solution, then design and build the final product. Research practice and advanced application of material and machine processes are conducted. Extensive and intricate projects are completed. Current industry standards are introduced. Students develop and use a variety of skills including safe work habits, organization, problem solving, and practical application of woodworking techniques.  Students will also applying advanced digital design and production methods using industry standard software and computer controlled machines (CNC). 

    Topics:

    • Measurement Systems
    • In-Depth Use of Portable Power Tools
    • Personal Safety
    • Design and Planning
    • Plan and Blueprint Interpretation
    • Interior Finish Work
    • Building Codes, Regulations, and Zoning
    • Site Work Foundation
    • Systems Floor Systems
    • Wall Systems Roof Systems
    • Enclosing the Structure

     

    Building Trades 3 (Grades 11-12) 1 Semester (CTE-.50 per semester) - Prerequisite - Building Trades 2

    Unit of Credit: Year Long

    Prerequisites: Building Trades 2

    Course Description:  Building Trades 3 courses provide information related to the building of wooden structures, enabling students to gain an understanding of wood grades and construction methods and to learn skills such as laying sills and joists; erecting sills and rafters; applying sheathing, siding, and shingles; setting door jambs; and hanging doors. Carpentry courses may teach skills for rough construction, finish work, or both. Students learn to read blueprints, draft, use tools and machines properly and safely, erect buildings from construction lumber, perform finish work inside of buildings, and do limited cabinet work. Building Trades 3 may also include specialized trade work.

    Topics:

    • Measurement Systems
    • In-Depth Use of Portable Power Tools
    • Personal Safety
    • Advanced Design and Planning
    • Plan and Blueprint Interpretation
    • Advanced Woodworking Terminology
    • Wood Identification
    • Wood Preparation for Finishing
    • Advanced Techniques in Wood Finishing
    • Inventory of Woods Technology Careers
    • Advanced Design and Planning
    • Line Production

     

    Building Trades-Independent Study (Grades 11-12) 1 Semester (CTE-.50 per semester) - Prerequisite - Consent of Instructor and 2-3 Industrial Technology courses in logical sequence

    Unit of Credit: Semester or Year Long

    Prerequisites: Consent of Instructor and 2-3 Industrial Technology courses in logical sequence

    Course Description:  Building Trades-Independent Study courses provide work experience in a field related to construction. In collaboration with the teacher and a related professional mentor, students will develop a school and/or workplace-based learning activity that provides an in-depth study of at least one aspect of a selected business or industry (although students are not necessarily paid). These courses may include classroom activities as well, involving further study of the field or discussion regarding experiences that students encounter in the workplace.

    Welding Pathway

    Welding  1 (Grades 9-12) 1 Semester (CTE-.50 per semester) - No Prerequisite

    Units of Credit: Semester 

    Prerequisites: None

    Course Description:  Welding Technology 1 offers students an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of welding technology. This includes using Miller and Lincoln arc welding equipment, Hypertherm Plasma Cutting machines, and Miller and Lincoln wire feed welders. Current industry standards are introduced by having students work on forming basic welds such as t welds, butt welds, and lap welds. Once those welding skills are developed, students will work on the creation of a small project using those skills. Students will learn basic metallurgy such as how like steels are fused and the heat necessary to create a solid weld. Students who learn these skills will be able to repair steel structures and create various metal projects with these skills. Welding processes are commonly used in the manufacturing and construction fields. Students gain experience in cutting, polish and finish metals. Correct use of metalworking tools and equipment is stressed.  There are many career opportunities for those with welding skills.

    Topics:

    • Welding and Personal Safety
    • Care and Use of Equipment
    • Joint Design and Construction
    • Welding Terminology
    • Introduction to Oxyacetylene Welding
    • Introduction to Arc Welding
    • Introduction to MIG Welding and Wire Feed Welding
    • Torch and Plasma Cutting Processes
    • Welding Career Opportunities
    • CNC Plasma cutting table introduction


    Welding 2  (Grades 10-12) 1 Semester (CTE-.50 per semester) - Welding 1

    Units of Credit: Semester or Year Long

    Prerequisites: Welding Technology 1

    Course Description:  Welding Technology 2 affords students an opportunity to master the fundamentals of advanced welding and metal fabrication. Current industry standards are observed and practiced. Students master and use a variety of skills including safe work habits, organization, problem solving, and practical application of welding techniques. Students engage in a variety of learning activities including lecture and note taking, research, individual projects, demonstrations, performance tasks.  Also students gain experience in identifying, selecting, and rating appropriate techniques.  Students are assessed through observation, performance on tests, quizzes, assigned tasks and projects, and by the quality of work produced.

    Topics:

    • Welding and Personal Safety
    • Care, Use, and Maintenance of Equipment
    • Advanced Joint Design and Construction
    • Welding Terminology
    • Welding Fabrication
    • Out of Position Welding
    • Advanced Arc Welding
    • Shielded Gas (MIG and TIG) Welding
    • Material Cutting Processes
    • Welding Career Exploration
    • Welding Metallurgy
    • Production Welding
    • Welding Certification and Testing
    • Artistic Expression in Welding

     

    Welding 3-Fabrication (Grades 10-12) 1 Semester (CTE-.50 per semester) - Welding 2

     Units of Credit: Year Long

     Prerequisites: Welding Technology 2

     Course Description:  Metal Processing/Production courses include studying the properties of metals and metal alloys and using these materials to construct usable products. These courses enable students to experience the process of translating an idea into a finished product, with instruction in planning, designing, selecting materials, and using tools and machines.  Students master and apply a variety of skills including safe work habits, organization, problem solving, and practical application of welding techniques. Students are assessed by observing and measuring performance on tests, quizzes, assigned tasks and projects, and by the quality of work produced.  Students will produce a portfolio of their work,

    Topics:

    • Welding and Personal Safety
    • Care, Use, and Maintenance of Equipment
    • Advanced Joint Design and Construction
    • Welding Terminology
    • Welding Fabrication
    • Artistic Expression in Welding
    • Out of Position Welding
    • Advanced Arc Welding
    • Shielded Gas (MIG and TIG) Welding
    • Material Cutting Processes
    • Welding Career Exploration
    • Welding Metallurgy
    • Production Welding
    • Welding Certification and Testing


    IT Industrial Welding Work Experience (Grades 11-12) 1 Semester (CTE-.50 per semester) - Welding 2, Consent of Instructor

    Units of Credit: Year Long

    Prerequisites: Welding Technology 2, Consent of instructor

    Course Description:  Workplace Experience courses provide students with work experience in the welding, machine technologies, or metalwork fields. Goals are typically set cooperatively by the student, teacher, and employer (although students are not necessarily paid). These courses may include classroom activities as well, involving further study of the field or discussion regarding experiences that students encounter in the workplace.

    WLD 180-Dual Credit (Grades 11-12) 1 Semester (CTE-.50 per semester) - Welding 2, Consent of Instructor

    Units of Credit: Year Long 

    Prerequisites: Welding Technology 2, Consent of instructor

    Course Description:  Metal Processing/Production courses include studying the properties of metals and metal alloys and using these materials to construct usable products. These courses enable students to experience the process of translating an idea into a finished product, with instruction in planning, designing, selecting materials, and using tools and machines.

    Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Pathway 

    District Auto 1  (Grades 9-12) 1 Semester (CTE-.50 per semester) - No Prerequisite

    District Auto 1 - Introduction to Mechanical Systems-BSHS & HHS   Grades 9-10-Pathway Foundation

    Units of Credit: Semester-2 periods/day at Sentinel High School

    Prerequisites: None

    Course Description:  In this class students explore a variety of mechanical systems.  The focus is primarily on internal combustion engines and related power applications.  In addition, common bicycle maintenance and mechanical systems are covered along with basic automotive maintenance.  This course provides the basic fundamentals for advancement in the MCPS Automotive Pathway. This class is taught at Sentinel High School and the students from Big Sky and Hellgate are bussed to and from the Auto Center.  This is block class which meets 2 periods. One semester earns one credit.

    Topics:

    • Measurement Systems

    • Care and Use of Hand Tools and Equipment

    • Introduction to Safe Use of Portable Power Tools

    • Introduction to Safe Use of Automotive Lab Equipment

    • Personal Safety in the Small Engine, Bicycle, and the Automotive Laboratory

    • Introduction to Small Engines and Repair

    • Park Tool Bicycle Repair  “Certification Available” 

    • SP/2 Certification “Certification Available” 

    • Introduction to Consumer Mechanics

    • Small Engine, Bicycle and Automotive Technology Career Exploration

    • Automotive Portfolio and CTSO involvement

                • Work Experience Option

                • Internship

    Course topics include the comprehension and use of repair manuals, safety, and employability skills (including shop management and entrepreneurship)


    District Auto 1  (Grades 9-12) 1 Semester (CTE-.50 per semester) - No Prerequisite

    District Auto 1 - Introduction to Mechanical Systems-SHS ONLY  Grades 9-10-Pathway Foundation

    Units of Credit: 1 period - Semester 

    Prerequisites: None

    Course Description:  In this class students explore a variety of mechanical systems.  The focus is primarily on internal combustion engines and related power applications.  In addition, common bicycle maintenance and mechanical systems are covered along with basic automotive maintenance.  This course provides the basic fundamentals for advancement in the MCPS Automotive Pathway. This class is taught at Sentinel High School at the Auto Center.  This is not a block class and meets 1 period per Semester.

    Topics:

    • Measurement Systems
    • Care and Use of Hand Tools and Equipment
    • Introduction to Safe Use of Portable Power Tools
    • Introduction to Safe Use of Automotive Lab Equipment
    • Personal Safety in the Small Engine, Bicycle, and the Automotive Laboratory
    • Introduction to Small Engines and Repair
    • Park Tool Bicycle Repair  “Certification Available” 
    • SP/2 Certification “Certification Available” 
    • Introduction to Consumer Mechanics
    • Small Engine, Bicycle and Automotive Technology Career Exploration
    • Automotive Portfolio and CTSO involvement
    • Work Experience Option
    • Internship

     Course topics include the comprehension and use of repair manuals, safety, and employability skills (including shop management and entrepreneurship)

     
    District Auto 2  (Grades 10-12) 2 Period Block - Year  (CTE-.50 per semester) - Prerequisite - District Auto 1

    District Auto 2 - (MLR) Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair - BSHS & HHS only    Grades 10 -12-Pathway Foundation

    Units of Credit: 2 Period Block - Year 

    Prerequisite: District Auto 1 - Introduction to Mechanical Systems

    Course Description:  In Grade 10, students start with a refresher on shop safety and hand-tool use.  Automotive students learn how to maintain, diagnose, and repair suspensions, alignments, and steering systems, brakes, electrical systems, and engine performance.  Specific applications and repairs are discussed, explored and practiced. Students continue to receive instruction in safety requirements and demonstrate sound safety practices.  Training also includes the safe removal and recycling of hazardous materials. Technology-related mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary, and science are integrated throughout the Automotive MLR curriculum.  All areas of instruction in this program help prepare the student for the certification test sponsored by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).  CTSO of SkillsUSA is required.  $25.00 Lab Fee Required

    Topics:

    • Measurement Systems

    • Care and Use of Hand Tools and Equipment

    • Introduction to Safe Use of Portable Power Tools

    • Introduction to Safe Use of Automotive the Lab Equipment

    • Personal Safety in the Automotive Laboratory

    • CDX Preferred Access - (MLR, 2e) ASE 0 - Safety and Foundation

    • CDX Preferred Access - (MLR, 2e) ASE 4 Steering and Suspension

    • CDX Preferred Access - (MLR, 2e) ASE 5 Brakes

    • CDX Preferred Access - (MLR, 2e) ASE 6 Electrical

    • CDX Preferred Access - (MLR, 2e) ASE 8 Engine Performance

    • Snap-on Electrical Meter Certification  “Certification Available”

    • SP/2 Certification “Certification Available”

    • ACE Ford Training & Certifications “Certification Available”

    • Introduction to Consumer Mechanics

    • Automotive Technology Career Exploration

    • Automotive Portfolio and CTSO involvement

                • Work Experience Option

                • Internship

    Course topics include the comprehension and use of repair manuals, safety, and employability skills (including shop management and entrepreneurship)


    District Auto 2  (Grades 10-12) 2 Period Block - Year  (CTE-.50 per semester) - Prerequisite - District Auto 1

    District Auto 2 - (MLR) Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair - SHS only   Grades 10 -12-Pathway Foundation

    Units of Credit:  1 period - Year 

    Prerequisite: District Auto 1 - Introduction to Mechanical Systems

    Course Description:  In Grade 10, students start with a refresher on shop safety and hand-tool use.  Automotive students learn how to maintain, diagnose, and repair suspensions, alignments, and steering systems, brakes, electrical systems, and engine performance.  Specific applications and repairs are discussed, explored and practiced. Students continue to receive instruction in safety requirements and demonstrate sound safety practices.  Training also includes the safe removal and recycling of hazardous materials. Technology-related mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary, and science are integrated throughout the Automotive MLR curriculum.  All areas of instruction in this program help prepare the student for the certification test sponsored by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).  CTSO of SkillsUSA is required.  $25.00 Lab Fee Required

    Topics:

    • Measurement Systems

    • Care and Use of Hand Tools and Equipment

    • Introduction to Safe Use of Portable Power Tools

    • Introduction to Safe Use of Automotive the Lab Equipment

    • Personal Safety in the Automotive Laboratory

    • CDX Preferred Access - (MLR, 2e) ASE 0 - Safety and Foundation

    • CDX Preferred Access - (MLR, 2e) ASE 4 Steering and Suspension

    • CDX Preferred Access - (MLR, 2e) ASE 5 Brakes

    • CDX Preferred Access - (MLR, 2e) ASE 6 Electrical

    • CDX Preferred Access - (MLR, 2e) ASE 8 Engine Performance

    • Snap-on Electrical Meter Certification  “Certification Available”

    • SP/2 Certification “Certification Available”

    • ACE Ford Training & Certifications “Certification Available”

    • Introduction to Consumer Mechanics

    • Automotive Technology Career Exploration

    • Automotive Portfolio and CTSO involvement

                • Work Experience Option

                • Internship

    Course topics include the comprehension and use of repair manuals, safety, and employability skills (including shop management and entrepreneurship)

     

    District Auto 3  (Grade 11)  2 Period Block - Year  (CTE-.50 per semester) - Prerequisite - District Auto 2

    District Auto 3 - Exploring Automotive Careers        Grades 11-Pathway Elective

    Units of Credit: Year Long at SHS

    Prerequisites: District Auto 2 - (MLR) Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair

    Course Description:  In this course students will explore and experience skills related to the automotive industry.  The student will learn maintenance procedures, diagnose problems, and repair automotive components such as: engines, transmissions, trans-axles, drivetrains, suspensions, brakes, exhaust, electrical, components and heating and air conditioning components.  Also included is minor body collision and rust repair. SHS provides the shop space, tools and projects. In addition, We provide volunteer mentors to work with the students in various aspects of mechanical repair. This class is supported by the area automobile dealers and repair shops.   Students can earn a national certification in the tire service industry and will be qualified for entry level jobs.  

    Successful completion of this class will give a student entry level work skills and knowledge to continue their education in a post-secondary school or the military.  This class is scheduled to enhance the students “hands-on” learning experience with a 3.5 hour lab and a 2 hour class scheduled each week. Check with instructor for the time, location and day of the week.   Class meets 1:30 to 3:00 on  Mondays and 1:30 to 5:00 on Tuesdays at Sentinel High School.

    Topics:

    • Measurement Systems
    • Care and Use of Hand Tools and Equipment
    • Introduction to Safe Use of Portable Power Tools
    • Introduction to Safe Use of Automotive Lab Equipment
    • Personal Safety in the Automotive Laboratory
    • CDX Preferred Access - (MLR, 2e) ASE 0 - Safety and Foundation
    • CDX Preferred Access - (MLR, 2e) ASE 1 Engine Repair
    • CDX Preferred Access - (MLR, 2e) ASE 2 Automatic Transmissions
    • CDX Preferred Access - (MLR, 2e) ASE 3 Manual Transmissions
    • CDX Preferred Access - (MLR, 2e) ASE 7 Heating and Air Conditioning
    • CDX Preferred Access - (MLR, 2e) ASE 6 Electrical
    • CDX Preferred Access - (MLR, 2e) ASE 8 Engine Performance
    • Introduction to TIA - Tire Repair
    • Snap-On Pro Rotor Turning Certification “Certification Available” 
    • SP/2 Certification “Certification Available” 
    • ACE Ford Training & Certifications “Certification Available”
    • Advanced Consumer Mechanics Topics and Repair
    • Automotive Technology Career Exploration
    • Automotive Technology - ASE Test Preparation Available
    • Automotive Portfolio and CTSO involvement
    • Work Experience Option
    • Internship

    CTSO of SkillsUSA is required. $25.00 Lab Fee Required.  Course topics include the comprehension and use of repair manuals, safety, and employability skills (including shop management and entrepreneurship)

     

    District Auto 4  (Grade 12)  2 Period Block - Year  (CTE-.50 per semester) - Prerequisite - District Auto 3

    District Auto 4 - Exploring Automotive Careers        Grades 12-Pathway Elective

    Units of Credit: Year Long at SHS

    Prerequisites: District Auto 3 - Exploring Automotive Careers

    Course Description:  In this Senior level course students will explore and experience skills related to the automotive industry.  The student will learn maintenance procedures, diagnose problems, and repair automotive components such as: engines, transmissions, trans-axles, drivetrains, suspensions, brakes, exhaust, electrical, components and heating and air conditioning components.  Also included is minor body collision and rust repair. SHS provides the shop space, tools and projects. In addition, We provide volunteer mentors to work with the students in various aspects of mechanical repair. This class is supported by the area automobile dealers and repair shops.    

    Successful completion of this class will give a student entry level work skills and knowledge to continue their education in a post-secondary school or the military.  This class is scheduled to enhance the students “hands-on” learning experience with a 3.5 hour lab and a 2 hour class scheduled each week. Check with instructor for the time, location and day of the week.   

    Course topics include the comprehension and use of repair manuals, safety, and employability skills (including shop management and entrepreneurship). Class meets 1:30 to 3:00 on Mondays and 1:30 to 5:00 on Tuesdays at Sentinel High School. 

    CTSO of SkillsUSA is required.  “Tire Tech” is a separate class option for students enrolled in this class. Students can earn a national certification in the tire service industry and will be qualified for entry level jobs. 

    Topics:

    • Measurement Systems
    • Care and Use of Hand Tools and Equipment
    • Introduction to Safe Use of Portable Power Tools
    • Introduction to Safe Use of Automotive Lab Equipment
    • Personal Safety in the Automotive Laboratory
    • CDX Preferred Access - To all ASE 0 - to ASE 8 Areas 
    • Introduction to TIA - Tire Repair
    • Snap-On Pro Rotor Turning Certification “Certification Available” 
    • SP/2 Certification “Certification Available” 
    • OSHA - 10 Certification “Certification Available” 
    • ACE Ford Training & Certifications “Certification Available”
    • Advanced Consumer Mechanics Topics and Repair
    • Automotive Technology Career Exploration
    • Automotive Technology - ASE Test Preparation Available
    • Automotive Portfolio and CTSO involvement
    • Work Experience Option
    • Internship

     

    Course topics include the comprehension and use of repair manuals, safety, and employability skills (including shop management and entrepreneurship).  CTSO of SkillsUSA is required.  $25.00 Lab Fee Required.

     

    Tire Technology -TIA Cert  (Grade 12)  2 Period Block - Semester (CTE-.50 per semester) - Prerequisite - None

    District Automotive-Tire Technology -TIA Cert    Grades 12-Pathway Elective

    Units of Credit: Semester at SHS

    Prerequisites: None or consent of the Instructor - Open to all Seniors

    Course Description:

    “Tire Tech” is a separate option for “Seniors”.  Students can earn a national certification in the tire service industry and will qualify them for entry level jobs. Check with instructor for the time, location and day of the week.  

    Topics:

    • Measurement Systems
    • Care and Use of Hand Tools and Equipment
    • Introduction to Safe Use of Portable Power Tools
    • Introduction to Safe Use of Automotive Lab Equipment
    • Personal Safety in the Automotive Laboratory
    • CDX Preferred Access - To all ASE 0 -  ASE 8 Areas 
    • TIA - Tire Repair “Certification Available” 
    • Snap-On Pro Rotor Turning Certification “Certification Available” 
    • SP/2 Certification  “Certification Available” 
    • OSHA - 10 Certification “Certification Available” 
    • ACE Ford Training & Certifications “Certification Available”
    • Advanced Consumer Mechanics Topics and Repair
    • Automotive Technology Career Exploration
    • Automotive Technology - ASE Test Preparation Available
    • Automotive Portfolio and CTSO involvement
    • Work Experience Option
    • Internship

    Course topics include the comprehension and use of repair manuals, safety, and employability skills (including shop management and entrepreneurship).  CTSO of SkillsUSA is required. $25.00 Lab Fee Required.



    District Auto 4 - Dual Credit  (Grade 12)  2 Period Block - Year  (CTE-.50 per semester) - Prerequisite - District Auto 3

    District Automotive 4- Dual Credit            Grades 12-Pathway Elective

    Units of Credit: Semester (2 Semesters may be required - TBD) at SHS

    Prerequisites: District Auto 3  - Exploring Automotive Careers or consent of the Instructor 

    Course Description:  “Dual Credit” is a separate option for “Seniors”.  Students can earn a Dual Credit in the automotive service industry and will qualify them for entry level jobs. Check with instructor for the time, location and day of the week.

     

    IT Industrial Automotive Work Experience (Grade 12)  2 Period Block - Year  (CTE-.50 per semester) - Prerequisite - Consent of Instructor

    IT Industrial  Automotive Work Experience                  Grade 11-12 Pathway Elective

    Units of Credit: Semester 

    Prerequisites: District Automotive Pathway, Consent of Instructor

    Course Description:  Workplace Experience courses provide students with work experience in the Automotive fields.  Goals are typically set cooperatively by the student, teacher, and employer (although students are not necessarily paid). These courses may include classroom activities as well, involving further study of the field or discussion regarding experiences that students encounter in the workplace.

     

    STEM Pathway

    Introduction to Engineering Design (Grades 9-12) 1 Year (CTE-.50 per semester) - Prerequisite: pre-algebra enrollment

    Introduction to Engineering Design-PLTW - IED                 Grade: 9-12 Foundational

    Unit of Credit: Year Long

    Prerequisite: pre-algebra enrollment

    Course Description: In Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) students are introduced to the engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering standards to systematically, identify and design solutions to a variety of real problems. They work both individually and in collaborative teams to develop and document design solutions using PLTW Engineering Notebooks and 3D modeling software.

    Topics:

    • The Engineering Design Process
    • Technical Sketching and Drawing
    • Measurement and statistics
    • Modeling skills
    • Geometry of Design
    • Reverse Engineering
    • Documentation
    • Advanced Computer Modeling
    • Design Team
    • Design Challenge
    • Electrical Engineering
    • Aeronautical Engineering

     

    Principles of Engineering-PLTW - POE (Grades 10-11) 1 Year (CTE-.50 per semester) - Prerequisite: Introduction to Engineering Design

    Principles of Engineering-PLTW - POE      Grade: 10-11-Pathway Foundation

    Unit of Credit: Year Long

    Prerequisite:  Introduction to Engineering Design

    Course Description: Principles of Engineering (1 year) Through problems that engage and challenge, students explore a broad range of engineering topics including mechanisms, electrical circuits, solar technology, automation, and emerging technology. Students develop skills in problem solving, research, and design while learning strategies for design process documentation, collaboration, and presentation.

    Topics:

    • Simple and complex machines
    • Electricity and solar power
    • Coding and robotics
    • Environmental engineering

     

    Civil Engineering and Architecture-PLTW- CEA (Grades 11-12) 1 Year (CTE-.50 per semester) - Prerequisite: Principles of Engineering

    Civil Engineering and Architecture-PLTW                       Grade: 11-12-Pathway Elective

    Unit of Credit: Year Long

    Prerequisite: Principles of Engineering

    Course Description: Civil Engineering and Architecture courses provide students with an overview of the fields of Civil Engineering and Architecture, while emphasizing the interrelationship of both fields.

    Students learn important aspects of building and site design and development. They apply math, science, and standard engineering practices to design both residential and commercial projects and communicate their solutions using physical models and 3D architecture design software.

    Topics:

    • History of Civil Engineering and Architecture
    • Careers in Civil Engineering and Architecture
    • Architectural Styles and Features 
    • Residential Design
    • Commercial Building Systems
    • Commercial Structures
    • Services and Utilities
    • Site Considerations
    • Commercial building design
    • Road design
    • Bridge Analysis and Design
    • Wastewater Treatment and Design

     

    Engineering Design & Development-PLTW - EDD (Grades 11-12) 1 Year (CTE-.50 per semester) - Prerequisite: Principles of Engineering, Civil Engineering and Architecture

    Engineering Design & Development-PLTW - EDD                     Grade 12-Pathway Elective

    Unit of Credit: Year Long

    Prerequisite: Principles of Engineering, Civil Engineering and Architecture

    Course Design: The knowledge and skills students acquire throughout PLTW Engineering come together in Engineering Design and Development as they identify an issue and then research, design, and test a solution, ultimately presenting their solution to a panel of engineers. Students apply the professional skills they have developed to document a design process to standards, completing Engineering Design and Development ready to take on any post-secondary program or career.

    Topics:

    • Engineering Design Process
    • Project Management
    • Team Collaboration techniques
    • Prototyping and Testing
    • Design and Research
    • Communication and Presentation techniques

     

    Engineering-Workplace Experience-PLTW  (Grades 10-12) 1 Year (CTE-.50 per semester) - Prerequisite:  Introduction to Technical Design + Second Level STEM Class

    Engineering-Workplace Experience                             Grade:  10-12-Pathway Elective 

    Unit of Credit: Year Long

    Prerequisite:  Introduction to Technical Design + Second Level STEM Class

    Course Description:  Engineering—Workplace Experience courses provide students with work experience in an engineering related field. Goals are typically set cooperatively by the student, teacher, and employer (although students are not necessarily paid). These courses may include classroom activities as well, involving further study of the field or discussion regarding experiences that students encounter in the workplace.