Engineering

PLTW Engineering

1st Year Fall Semester

PTLW:  Introduction to Engineering Design (IED): Students will 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.

1st Year Spring Semester

PTLW:  Principles of Engineering(POE):  Through problems that engage and challenge, students will explore a broad range of engineering topics, including mechanisms, the strength of structures and materials, and automation.  Students develop skills in problem solving, research and design while learning strategies for design process documentation, collaboration and presentation.

2nd Year Fall Semester

PLTW: Civil Engineering and Architecture (CEA):  Students learn important aspects of building and site design development.  They apply math, science and standard engineering practices to design both residential and commercial projects and document their work using 3D architecture design software.
 

 2nd Year Spring Semester

PLTW: Computer Integrated Maufacturing (CIM): Manufacture items are a part of everyday life, yet most students have not been introduced to the high-tech, innovative nature of  modern manufacturing.  This course illuminates the opportunities related to understanding of manufacturing.  At the same time, it teaches students about the manufacturing processes, product design, robotics and automation. Students can earn a virtual manufacturing badge recognized by the National Manufacturing Badge System.
 

What should I expect from this program?

First-year students will gain a basic understanding of the engineering design process, drafting, and hands-on projects in engineering, mainly civil and mechanical engineering.  Examples of hands-on projects for first-year students include buildings and bridge structures, as well as, robotics, sensors, and programming.  Second-year students will focus on architecture, civil engineering and computer integrated manufacturing.  Second-year students focus on advanced robotics, particularly factory applications with CNC milling machines, laser engraver, and 3D printing, as well as, architecture drafting, model creations, and building and bridge structures.

For students to be able to experience success in this program, the following:     C or better in Algebra

Student Organization:  TSA, Skills USA, and First Team Chanllenge Robotics Team

Uniform:  Closed toe shoes, coverage from waist to floor on lab days

Materials:  Calculator

Assessment:  National Project PLTW End of Course