Pathway Courses	Pathway Courses	Pathway Opportunities

Introduction to Design 1,2 (PLTW)(P)(CTE)

Introduction to Design. Is a foundation course in the Engineering Program. In ID students are introduced to the engineering profession and a common approach to the solution of engineering problems, an engineering design process. Utilizing activity-project-problem-based (APB) teaching and learning pedagogy, students will progress	from	completing	structured activities to solving open-ended projects and problems that require them        to	develop	planning,	documentation, communication,      and      other      professional	skills. Through       both        individual        and        collaborative activities, projects, and problems, students will solve problems     as     they practice engineering design and development protocols. Students will develop skill in technical representation and documentation of design solutions according to accepted technical standards and they will use current 3D design and modeling software to	represent     and	communicate solutions. Honors

section available.

Honors Principles of Engineering (PLTW)(HP)(CTE)

Principles of Engineering (POE) is a foundation course of the engineering pathway. It exposes students to major concepts that they will encounter in a post-secondary engineering	course	of	study.	Through	problems that engage and challenge, students explore a broad range of engineering topics, including mechanisms, the strength of materials and structures, automation, and kinematics. The course applies and concurrently develops secondary level knowledge and skills in mathematics, science, and technology. Students have the opportunity to develop skills and understanding of course concepts through activity-project-problem-based (APB) learning. APB learning challenges students to hone their interpersonal skills, creative abilities, and problem solving skills. Students will also learn how to document their work and communicate their solutions to their peers and members of the professional community. available.

Honors Engineering Design and Development (PLTW)(HP)(CTE)

Engineering Design & Development (EDD) is a senior capstone course covering the process of technical product development from beginning to end.	In this course, students will use their prior knowledge in basic engineering principles, 3D modeling, robotics and other STEM disciplines. To prepare students in engineering and technical careers, emphasis will be placed on research, documentation,	prototyping,	building,	testing,and presentation techniques.	Students will complete a number of small projects throughout the school year culminating with their participation in a larger senior group project such as the UC Irvine Energy Invitational (automotive engineering focus). This course is open to seniors who have previously completed coursework in engineering principles and computer 3D modeling or equivalent.

Certification Options:

• OSHA 10-Hour General Industry • AutoCAD
• Autodesk

• Solidworks

Technology Skills:

• Highly Recommended Elective: AP Computer Principles
• VEX Robotics Platform • Logger Pro
• ROBOTC

• Microsoft Office

• Autodesk Inventor • MD Solids

Professional Skills:

• Team Collaboration • Project Management
• Problem-Solving Skills • Communication Skills • Presentation Skills
• TechnicalWriting

Career Opportunities

• Architect

• CAD Drafter

• Chemical Engineer • Civil Engineer
• Electrical Drafter

• Environmental Engineer

• Environmental Engineering Technician
• Environmental Scientist & Specialist
• Hydrologist

• Mechanical Drafter

• Mechanical Engineer

• Natural Science Manager • Project Engineer: Design • Project Engineer:
Manufacturing

HOW TO APPLY:

Request application information from your high school counselor.

For more information about the Engineering

Design Pathway, please contact:

CTE Counselor

Mandie Engelbert 559-327-3000

CTE Instructors

Sascha Ludwig Kendia Herrington Daniel Samarin

CTE Learning Director

Cecelia Dansby 559-327-3000

Engineering Design Pathway

Buchanan High School