Introduction to Engineering Design (PLTW)
In this foundation course in Project Lead the Way (PLTW), students use 3D computer modeling software as they learn the engineering-design process and solve design problems for which they develop, analyze, and create product models. Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.
Notes
Project Lead The Way (PLTW) curriculum guides and course competencies are only available to PLTW-affiliated schools through agreement with PLTW. To obtain additional information, contact: Project Lead The Way, 3939 Priority Way South Drive, Suite 400, Indianapolis IN 46240. Toll-free: 877-335-7589. Online: https://www.pltw.org
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Course Sequences
A combination of this course and those below, equivalent to two 36-week courses, is a concentration sequence. Students wishing to complete a specialization may take additional courses based on their career pathways. A program completer is a student who has met the requirements for a CTE concentration sequence and all other requirements for high school graduation or an approved alternative education program.
- Aerospace Engineering (PLTW) (36 Weeks)
- Civil Engineering and Architecture (PLTW) (36 Weeks)
- Computer Integrated Manufacturing (PLTW) (36 Weeks)
- Digital Electronics (PLTW) (36 Weeks)
- Engineering Design and Development (PLTW) (36 Weeks)
- Principles of Engineering (PLTW) (36 Weeks)
- Technical Drawing and Design (36 Weeks)
- Technology Foundations (36 Weeks)
Industry Credentials (Only apply to 36-week courses)
- Autodesk Certified User Examinations
- CAD Assessment
- College and Career Readiness Assessment (CCRA+)
- Manufacturing Technician Level 1 (MT1) Certification Examination
- National Career Readiness Certificate Assessment
- Pre-Manufacturing Technician 1 (Pre-MT1) Examination
- Project Lead the Way End-of-Course Assessments
- Project Lead The Way End-of-Course Assessments: Computer Science A
- Project Lead The Way End-of-Course Assessments: Computer Science Essentials
- Project Lead The Way End-of-Course Assessments: Computer Science Principles
- Project Lead The Way End-of-Course Assessments: Cybersecurity
- Workplace Readiness Skills for the Commonwealth Examination
Career Clusters
| Pathway | Occupation |
|---|---|
| Engineering & Technology |
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