Engineering Course Offerings 2018-2019
Course # |
Course Name |
Grades |
Prereq. # |
Prereq. Name |
Credits |
Course Description |
TEC1040/
TEC2040
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PLTW Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) A/B* |
9-12 |
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1 |
PLTW – Introduction to Engineering Design is a national curriculum recognized by many universities and colleges. Students who successfully complete the course with a B or better and pass the end of year assessments supplied by PLTW are eligible to receive 3 college credits from MSOE for a nominal fee. These credits are transferable to many universities and colleges.
Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) is a course that teaches problem-solving skills using engineering design development process and 3D modeling software. Students solve design problems as they develop, creating and analyzing product models. Activities may include, but are not limited to: creating a puzzle-cube, designing a desktop organizer, and creating and designing a mechanical toy. |
TEC1060/
TEC2060 |
PLTW Principles of Engineering (POE) A/B * |
10-12 |
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1 |
PLTW – Principles of Engineering is a national curriculum recognized by many universities and colleges. Students who successfully complete the course with a B or better and pass the end of year assessments supplied by PLTW are eligible to receive 3 college credits from MSOE for a nominal fee. These credits are transferable to many universities and colleges.
Principles of Engineering is a course that helps students understand the field of engineering. Exploring various technology systems and manufacturing processes help students learn how engineers use math, science, and technology in an engineering problem solving process to benefit people. This course will include hands-on problem solving activities; many involve the use of computer-controlled VEX. |
TEC1080/
TEC2080 |
Engineering Design and Development (EDD) A/B * |
11-12 |
TEC1040/
TEC2040
&
TEC1060/
TEC2060
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Must complete PLTW IED and PLTW POE |
1 |
Engineering Design and Development (EDD) is the capstone course in the PLTW high school engineering program. It is an engineering research course in which students work in teams to design and develop an original solution to a valid open-ended technical problem by applying the engineering design process. The course applies and concurrently develops secondary level knowledge and skills in mathematics, science, and technology.
Utilizing the activity-project-problem-based (APPB) teaching and learning pedagogy, students will perform research to choose, validate, and justify a technical problem. After carefully defining the problem, teams of students will design, build, and test their solution. Finally, student teams will present and defend their original solution to an outside panel. While progressing through the engineering design process, students will work closely with a community mentor and experts and will continually hone their organizational, communication and interpersonal skills, their creative and problem solving abilities, and their understanding of the design process.
Engineering Design and Development is a high school level course that is appropriate for 12th grade students. Since the projects on which students work can vary with student interest and the curriculum focuses on problem solving, EDD is appropriate for students who are interested in any technical career path. EDD should be taken as the final capstone PLTW course since it requires application of the knowledge and skills from the PLTW foundation courses. |
TEC4000/
TEC4200 |
Computer Science Essentials A/B |
9-12 |
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1 |
Students will experience the major topics, big ideas, and computational thinking practices used by computing professionals to solve problems and create value for others. This course will empower students to develop computational thinking skills while building confidence.
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TEC3000/
TEC3200
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Computer Integrated Manufacturing A/B |
11-12 |
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1 |
PLTW Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) is the study of manufacturing planning, integration, and implementation of automation.
The course explores manufacturing history, individual processes, systems, and careers. In addition to technical concepts, the course incorporates finance, ethics, and engineering design. This reflects an integrated approach that leading manufacturers have adopted to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
Utilizing the activity-project-problem-based (APPB) teaching and learning pedagogy, students will analyze, design, and build manufacturing systems. While implementing these designs, students will continually hone their interpersonal skills, creative abilities, and understanding of the design process. Students apply knowledge gained throughout the course in a final open-ended problem to build a manufacturing system.
Computer Integrated Manufacturing is a high school level course that is appropriate for 10th, 11th,or 12th grade students interested in manufacturing and automation. It is recommended that students are concurrently enrolled in grade level mathematics and science courses and have successfully completed the Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) course.
CIM is one of the specialization courses in the Project Lead The Way high school engineering program. The course applies and concurrently develops secondary-level knowledge and skills in mathematics, science, and technology.
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* PLTW courses may earn up to 3 college credits. See instructor for details. |
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Technology Education Course Offerings 2017-2018
Course # |
Course Name |
Grades |
Prereq. # |
Prereq. Name |
Credits |
Course Description |
H50 |
Principles of Technology |
9-12 |
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0.5 |
Principles of Technology is designed around problem solving, designing products, and teamwork.
A majority of the activities will be chosen by the instructor so as to give all the students equal experiences and to utilize the shop facilities as much as possible. Students will need safety glasses. Students will pay $15.00 for project materials. |
H52 |
Introduction to Woodworking |
9-12 |
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0.5 |
Note: Introduction to Woodworking is the prerequisite for Wood Technology. Wood Technology is the prerequisite Wood Products Manufacturing.
This course deals with exploring the woodworking area of the technology education curriculum. A general approach will be utilized to give the student a broad base of information. This approach will help the student in making decisions as to their areas of interest relating to possible career choices and will also enable the student to have a preview of further woods courses in technology education.
The student will be introduced to the woods areas of the technology education program, giving the student a chance to study, observe, and use the basic tools and machines common to the woodworking field. A majority of the projects will be chosen by the instructor with input from students, so as to give all the students equal experiences and to utilize the shop facilities as much as possible. The students will pay $25.00 for project materials. Safety is the number one focus of this course. Each student will need safety glasses and a 12-foot tape measure. It is recommended that this course be taken a year before Wood Technology. |
H54 |
Wood Technology |
10-12 |
H52 |
Introduction to Woodworking |
0.5 |
This course is designed to give the student a sound basis in the area of machine woodworking. The course will stress personal and equipment safety, basic construction techniques, project planning, and what can be done with wood in its basic form. Projects will utilize the many machines and tools common to the woodworking industry. Quality construction techniques will be used in the development of a wood project. This will take the form of a frame and panel door or a dovetail drawer. Students will pay approximately $60.00 for project materials. It is possible that students will have to obtain their own materials for selected projects. You will need safety glasses and a 12-foot tape measure.
Woodwork Career Alliance, a unique wood skills and business partner program, will also be introduced to the students. Safety is the number one focus of this course. This course is recommended to be taken a year after the Introduction to Wood Working class. |
H1054 / H2054 |
Wood Products Manufacturing A/B |
11-12 |
H54 |
Wood Technology |
1 |
This course is for the advanced student who wants to study and possibly make a career in the wood industry. Students will take an in-depth look at wood as a natural material and the processes it goes through to become a finished product. A student project will be researched, designed, and constructed to a standard of professional quality as a means to practice and gain the skills, problem-solving and knowledge that one would need to choose a career in the wood industry. The construction of a client based product is a requirement. A team-based product will also be constructed with each student being a member of a team. This is to simulate the woodworking industry and how working together is a necessity to survive in today’s economy. A client/woodworker relationship will be established and seen through until the client is happy and satisfied with the quality and workmanship of their finished product. Project material costs are the responsibility of each student or the client. Safety glasses and a 12-foot tape measure are needed by the students. This course is recommended to be taken a year after the Wood Technology course. |
H58 |
Introduction to Metals |
9-12 |
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0.5 |
This course is designed to give students a sound basis of metal working and welding. It will cover general welding, arc, oxy-aceleyne, mig, foundry, lathe and sheet metal. The student will also design and produce his/her own project, using the processes and skills that were practiced. Students will pay $25.00 for project materials. |
H76 |
Metals II* |
10-12 |
H58 |
Introduction to Metals |
0.5 |
This course is designed to give students advanced skill in the processing of metals and plastics. This class will cover a more in depth hands-on study of MIG, TIG, electric arc, and oxyacetylene welding, along with foundry, lathe, and CNC milling. A student designed unit of study will be developed and presented to the class. The students will also design and construct their own value added products. |
H62 |
Home Maintenance |
9-12 |
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0.5 |
This is a course designed to prepare students for the time when they are homeowners, renters, and car owners. We will cover units on home and apartment maintenance, and basic auto maintenance. The proper use of tools and equipment and safety will be stressed above all in this course. Students may also get to perform basic auto maintenance, electrical wiring and pipe soldering. Other chores that commonly confront home owners and renters may be undertaken, if possible.
Note: Because of the nature of the project involved, a shop fee of $15.00 will be collected to cover project supplies. Safety glasses are a requirement for this course. |
H90 |
Building Construction |
11-12 |
H54 |
Wood Technology |
0.5 |
This course is designed to familiarize students with the building construction industry. The course will further develop the understanding of the basic skills and work peculiar to the carpenter and task he or she performs on the job. Safety and safe working conditions are stressed. Each student must have his/her own sixteen foot tape measure, safety glasses, and a hammer. The project that will be constructed will be a small structure, such as a shed, playhouse, icehouse, or cabin. The construction methods for this project will be similar to that used in home construction. The Chippewa Valley Technical College in River Falls has an excellent program that the student may want to pursue, if students are interested in the construction process and want to study it further. |
H95 |
Technology Applications |
11-12 |
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2 technology education courses and instructor approval |
0.5 |
Emphasis throughout this course will be to develop the skills and knowledge already gained in Technology Education. This course is designed for the student who has advanced in technology courses and exhausted possibilities as far as offerings. Written contracts between the teacher and student will act as a means to guide the student in his/her studies. The focal point will be a project that requires inquiry and research in order that the technology be applied to the particular situation and circumstance.
A resume and job search will also be prepared and conducted for the purpose of gaining meaningful employment in the technology field of study for related areas. |
H72 |
Industrial Enterprise |
10-12 |
H52 |
Introduction to Woodworking |
0.5 |
Industrial Enterprise is for the student who is interested in manufacturing
systems and methods used by American enterprise. This course will build
and expand upon the knowledge and experiences gained in Introduction to
Woods & Metals. Manufacturing will be the major emphasis using the
American enterprise system as a model and profit as one of the goals. A
student company will be set up and operated by the students. Providing the
labor and the management for the company. Students will be required to
buy stock in their company and produce a product to sell to the public. |
* College credit possible with a "B" or better (WITC Transcript). |
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