IN THE CLASSROOM
WHAT IS PLTW?
PLTW (Project Lead the Way) is a rigorous, hands-on project based course designed by engineers, and is available nationwide at middle and high school level. High school students learn material at the college level and can receive college credit after passing the EOC (End of Course) assessment administered by PLTW.
WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
Students learn engineering concepts based on the discipline of study. We currently offer two fundamental courses, Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) and Principles of Engineering (POE). These courses are designed to introduce students to concepts used by engineers in the industry, and expose students to various fields of study.
Specialized courses we offer are Aerospace Engineering (AE), Civil Engineering & Architecture (CEA), and Digital Engineering (DE). Each of these courses go in depth to that particular field of study. The curriculum is challenging, and exposes students to standards required in the industry.
Students completing four of these courses successfully during high school will receive an engineering cord to wear at graduation.
Specialized courses we offer are Aerospace Engineering (AE), Civil Engineering & Architecture (CEA), and Digital Engineering (DE). Each of these courses go in depth to that particular field of study. The curriculum is challenging, and exposes students to standards required in the industry.
Students completing four of these courses successfully during high school will receive an engineering cord to wear at graduation.
HOW ARE WE LEARNING?
Students imitate the various disciplines in the classroom through hands on, project based learning. Activities include communication skills, professionalism, computer literacy, team building, problem solving techniques, planning, testing through simulations, and idea-to-final product using the design process.
To enforce classroom learning, partnerships with surrounding colleges and businesses allow students to view a variety of educational and employment opportunities through tours, competitions, workshops, and classroom visits.
Students are required to produce an engineering notebook and a portfolio, whether hard copy or digital, exhibiting their best work to show potential colleges or employers.
To enforce classroom learning, partnerships with surrounding colleges and businesses allow students to view a variety of educational and employment opportunities through tours, competitions, workshops, and classroom visits.
Students are required to produce an engineering notebook and a portfolio, whether hard copy or digital, exhibiting their best work to show potential colleges or employers.
WHY IS ENGINEERING IMPORTANT?
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) careers are increasing in the U.S., so there is an urgency to fill those positions with qualified people possessing the skills needed to keep up with the demands of a global economy.