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Introduction to Engineering
This STEM course is a basic introduction to engineering for all students. Students who complete this course will learn the concepts necessary in order to develop their ideas into solutions that will improve our lives. Exciting hands-on learning activities like data comparison of heart rates, rating consumer products, destructive testing and 3D solid modeling apply math, science, history and English content from other courses in a STEM experience.
Engineering Technology
Students build skills for success through, research, experiments, and challenges that incorporate science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts. Engineering Technology introduces students to a variety of different technologies. They gain experience with using measurement tools and instruments, and perform experiments with electrical circuits, mechanical and fluid systems.
3D Solid Modeling
Learning 3D design is an interactive process. Students learn best when they can explore the practical applications of the concepts that they learn. This STEM course has many activities and exercises that enable students to put design concepts into practice. Students create their ideas such as artificial heart components, extreme sports equipment, hip replacement parts, robotic arm components, musical instruments and their parts as well as many others. Ideas become reality in this course.
General Fabrication Methods
This course is a general introduction to fabrication practices that every student should know and be able to do. Procedures and projects in this course are simple and easy to do for all students. The methods that will be introduced will be applicable to advanced courses in the STEM academy, and everyday home living. Students will become familiar with general tools and building methods that they can utilize when they construct working prototypes and models. Several simple projects will be completed by students while they learn new techniques.
Sustainability Methods
This course is a general introduction to sustainability and renewable energy. Often as individuals we do not understand the impact of simple choices we make every day. This course will attempt to offer insight into these and other decisions we make. Major topics in this STEM based course are food, shelter, water, air, energy, waste, transportation and consumerism. Also included will be a study of the -101 things we all need to know-. The investigation of these topics will be at the global, national, local and personal levels.
Design for Manufacturing Design for Manufacturing teaches general manufacturing techniques. Calculations and analysis tools are used to design and redesign student’s concepts. This course applies and integrates ideas that have been generated in other courses and generates life size models and prototypes. Industry standard software and machinery are used to manufacture student’s ideas with verification programs to determine the ability for a plan to be mass produced. Certification will advance students toward continuing education and career opportunities in the fields of engineering, design and machine operation.
Architecture featuring Green + Sustainable Design
Architecture is more than just walls around us. The form and function of the spaces we live and work in are at the heart of how any design comes to life. This course will investigate how the structure is designed and build as well as the layout of spaces between the walls. Students will be introduced to a variety of concepts including green building and sustainable design in architecture. Students will apply the concepts introduces to a 'dream home' that they design and model.
Materials Science
This course appeals to a wide range of students with its unique combination of science, ingenuity, creativity, and exciting hands-on labs.
Material Science uses a multidisciplinary approach to science and technology. Students learn about materials, material uses and applications, scientific theories, and practical experiences that prepare them to work in a technologically-rich environment. The basic principles of physics, chemistry and biology are used in the study of materials.
Foundations in Biotechnology
This STEM based course explores the world of biotechnology including the basics of microbiology, bio-processing, generic engineering, and biotechnology careers as well as examining the role of biotechnology in the medical field. Bioengineering and forensics and food biotechnology are also topics students will explore. This course is a hands-on, experiment based experience that will keep students interested with exciting lab based learning.
Principles of Engineering
This STEM course makes a contribution to the curriculum by providing opportunities for students and teachers to link content together and apply it to solve problems. More and more jobs demand advanced skills, requiring that people be able to learn, reason, think creatively, make decisions, and solve problems. An understanding of science, technology, engineering and math and their methods contribute in an essential way to these skills. Principles of engineering is a team based advanced course designed for most students. Students who complete this course will engage in real world case studies and learning activities that focus on the engineering process and making the world a better place to live and work in.
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