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ENGINEERING/TECHNOLOGY
Computer Science
Courses noted with an * have a prerequisite.
Information Technology (IT) Pathway
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Computer Science Pathway
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COMPUTER SCIENCE DISCOVERIES I
Freshman/Sophomore/Junior/Senior
SEM. 1 – 6131 (10012A001)
Semester - 0.50 credit
Prerequisite: None
Computer Science Discoveries (CS Discoveries) is an introductory computer science course that empowers students to create authentic artifacts and engage with computer science as a medium for creativity, communication, problem solving, and fun. The course takes a wide lens on computer science by covering topics such as programming, physical computing, HTML/CSS, and data. The course inspires students as they build their own websites, apps, games, and physical computing devices.
The first semester of CS Discoveries introduces students to computer science as a vehicle for problem solving, communication, and personal expression. As a whole, this semester focuses on the visible aspects of computing and computer science, and encourages students to see where computer science exists around them and how they can engage with it as a tool for exploration and expression.
COMPUTER SCIENCE DISCOVERIES II
Freshman/Sophomore/Junior/Senior
SEM. 2 – 6142 (10152A001)
Semester - 0.50 credit
Prerequisite: None - Computer Science Discoveries I suggested
In Computer Science Discoveries II students will learn the fundamentals of computer science and programming in the JavaScript programming language. Students will continue to dive deeper in the foundational concepts variables, conditionals, loops, functions, and user input. Throughout the course students will complete exercises and projects that will allow them to experience programming in a visual and creative way. The course culminates in a final project that creates an interactive game highlighting students’ interests and creativity.
HONORS AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES
Sophomore/Junior/Senior
NCAA Approved
SEM. 1 – 6081 (10011A001)
SEM. 2 – 6082 (10011A001)
Year - 1.0 credit
Prerequisite: A commitment to the rigor associated with an honors/AP level course.
This course introduces students to the foundational concepts of computer science and challenges them to explore how computing and technology can impact the world. More than a traditional introduction to programming, it is a rigorous, engaging, and approachable course that explores many of the foundational ideas of computing so all students understand how these concepts are transforming the world we live in. It is designed to be equivalent to a first-semester introductory college computing course in which students will develop computational thinking skills vital for success across all disciplines, such as using computational tools to analyze and study data and working with large data sets to analyze, visualize, and draw conclusions from trends. Problems aim for ground-level entry with no ceiling so that all students can successfully engage the problems and extend them.
This course is designed to prepare students who are new to computer science for the AP Computer Science Principles exam at the end of the year. The course covers many topics including the Internet, Big Data and Privacy, and Programming and Algorithms.
An AP Computer Science course can count towards the 3-year math requirement if the student has already completed Algebra II.
HONORS AP COMPUTER SCIENCE A
Junior/Senior
NCAA Approved
SEM. 1 – 6083 (10155A001)
SEM. 2 – 6084 (10152A002)
Year - 1.0 credit
Prerequisite: A commitment to the rigor associated with an honors/AP level course.
AP Computer Science A introduces students to computer science through programming. Fundamental topics in this course include the design of solutions to problems, the use of data structures to organize large sets of data, the development and implementation of algorithms to process data and discover new information, the analysis of potential solutions, and the ethical and social implications of computing systems. The course emphasizes object-oriented programming and design using the Java programming language. This a two semester course which includes an AP exam at the end of the year.
An AP Computer Science course can count towards the 3-year math requirement if the student has already completed Algebra II.
Engineering
Project Lead The Way (PLTW) is a national program of courses which introduces students to the scope, rigor and discipline of Engineering and other Technical fields prior to entering college. Even those students not intending to specifically pursue an engineering career, but hope to enter into other technical career pathways will also benefit greatly from the knowledge and logical thought processes that result from taking some or all of these courses.
Engineering Pathway Note: If a student enters this pathway for the first time as a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior, the recommendation is to ask advice of the engineering teachers on the optimum pathway specific to the student.
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Mechanical Engineering Pathway
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HONORS PLTW ENGINEERING ESSENTIALS
Freshman/Sophomore/Junior/Senior
SEM. 1 – 6931 (21052A001)
SEM. 2 – 6932 (21052A001)
Year - 1.0 credit
Prerequisite: A commitment to the rigor associated with an honor class, and Freshmen taking this course are encouraged to be concurrently enrolled in other honors courses.
This course is designed as a first-exposure experience to inspire students of all backgrounds to explore the breadth of engineering related career opportunities. In Engineering Essentials, students learn and apply the engineering design process using a variety of engineering tools, such as 3-D solid modeling software and 3D printing/ prototyping equipment to develop mechanical, electronic, process, and logistical solutions to relevant problems across a variety of industry sectors, including health care, public service, product development, and manufacturing.
This full year course is designed to be the starting point for 9th graders who are interested in pursuing additional Project Lead The Way Engineering courses while in high school. However, sophomore, juniors, and seniors can also enroll in this course if it is applicable to their pathway of study.
HONORS INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN
Sophomore/Junior/Senior
SEM. 1 – 6941 (21006A001)
SEM. 2 – 6942 (21006A001)
Year - 1.0 credit
Prerequisite: A commitment to the rigor associated with a honors class.
Introduction to Engineering Design is a course designed to give students perspective and experience in the design aspect that is so central to all engineering disciplines. Students will dig deep into the engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering standards to hands-on projects. They work both individually and in teams to design solutions to a variety of problems using 3-D modeling software, and use an engineering notebook to document their work.
DE – HONORS PLTW DIGITAL ELECTRONICS
Sophomore/Junior/Senior
SEM. 1 – 6951 (21008A001)
SEM. 2 – 6952 (21008A001)
Year - 1.0 credit
Prerequisite: A commitment to the rigor associated with an honors class.
Digital Electronics is a course of study in applied digital logic using electronic logic circuits that first are designed and then tested using the latest computer digital-logic modeling technology. Students will learn about digital electronic fundamentals, number systems, gates, Boolean algebra, circuit design, flip-flops, and microprocessors. Students in this class will apply the class concepts towards completing several class projects including a voting machine, a fireplace control circuit, an elevator door control state machine, and a 60 second timer. Students will also be introduced to basic microprocessor programming. No electronics background is needed before taking this course.
POE – HONORS PLTW PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING
Sophomore/Junior/Senior
SEM. 1 – 6961 (21004A001)
SEM. 2 – 6962 (21004A001)
Year - 1.0 credit
Prerequisite: A commitment to the rigor associated with an honors class.
Principles of Engineering is a problem and project based survey course that is designed to give students a broad perspective on the many opportunities available through engineering and engineering technology fields. Units covered include mechanisms, electronics, energy efficiency, thermodynamics, machine control, statics, and kinematics. Each unit builds on prior lessons and students apply the theory from the units to solve fun problems and build projects. A culminating project for this course is a recycling machine where students build and program a machine to sort five different types of marbles from one central hopper into five different hoppers each holding one type of marble. As students leave this course, they will hopefully have a better perspective upon their interests and strengths within the broad field of engineering or engineering technology.
CEA - HONORS PLTW CIVIL ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE
Junior/Senior
SEM. 1 – 6971 (21012A001)
SEM. 2 – 6972 (21012A001)
Year - 1.0 credit
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed to allow students the opportunity to apply architectural and engineering drafting techniques to solve real world problems and projects. As students learn about various aspects of civil engineering and architecture, they apply what they learn to the design and development of a property site. Students work in teams while exploring hands-on activities and projects to learn the characteristics of civil engineering and architecture. In addition, students use 3D design software to help them design solutions to solve major course projects. Students learn about documenting their project, solving problems, and communicating their solutions to their peers and members of the professional community of civil engineering and architecture.
Technology
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COMPUTER HARDWARE & OPERATING SYSTEMS DUAL CREDIT
Junior/Senior
SEM 1 – 6145 (10252A001)
SEM 2 – 6146 (10252A001)
Semester - 0.50 credit
Prerequisite: None; This course can be taken for 3 ICC college credits per semester (Semester 1 – CMNET 150, Semester 2 – CMNET 151); This course is aligned to CompTIA’s A+ certification.
This course is designed to provide students with the latest skills needed by today’s computer support professionals in installing, maintaining, customizing, and operating personal computers. Students will learn how to use test equipment to troubleshoot and repair computers and peripherals, as well as install and configure popular operating system platforms. Students will also gain the knowledge of building a computer from start to finish including hardware and software. Extensive hands-on lab work is used to understand electronic and computer repair fundamentals.
ELECTRONICS
Sophomore/Junior/Senior
SEM. 1 – 6660 (17104A001)
SEM. 2 – 6660 (17104A001)
Semester - 0.50 credit
Prerequisite: None
This course is a great starting point for students considering a career in an electrical field. Through building exciting and meaningful circuits, students will learn the fundamental theory of how electricity functions. Students will learn concepts such as bread boarding, soldering, reading a multimeter, and differences between AC/DC electricity. Likewise, students will build projects such as a simple IC control circuit, a basic motor, a burglar alarm, a clap on – clap off circuit, and a light dependent circuit. Students do not need to have any background in electronics before taking this course.
Additional Electronics course options are found in the Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Engineering Course category of this course handbook.
ROBOTICS
Sophomore/Junior/Senior
SEM. 1 – 6640 (21009A001)
SEM. 2 – 6640 (21009A001)
Semester - 0.50 credit
Prerequisite: None
In this Robotics class, students will build a mechanical robot structure, electrically wire the robot, and also program it to compete in several autonomous and remote control class challenges. Although we cannot predict the future with regards to technological advancements, we can know that many advancements and future careers will rely upon the integration of electronics, microcontrollers, programming, and engineering design topics that are introduced through this course. Students do not need to have any background knowledge or other previous classes to take this course. Likewise, although we encourage students to take advantage of opportunities within the FIRST Robotics extracurricular team, participation on this team is not a requirement for this course and has no bearing on class success.
DRAFTING I
Sophomore/Junior/Senior
SEM. 1 – 6600 (21102A001)
SEM. 2 – 6600 (21102A001)
Semester - 0.50 credit
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed for students to study drafting principles, practices along with its history. Topics covered are the purposes of drafting, flat drawings, orthographic projection, dimensioning, and designing. Each student will be exposed to CAD (Computer Assisted Drafting) and will be required to complete various drafting problems using CAD systems. Hand drafting techniques will be introduced and implemented in addition to CAD. One project includes the design, build and testing to failure of a scaled bridge.
ADVANCED DRAFTING
Sophomore/Junior/Senior
SEM. 1 – 6610 (21103A002)
SEM. 2 – 6610 (21103A002)
Semester - 0.50 credit
Prerequisite: Drafting I, Introduction to Engineering Design or Teacher Approval.
Advanced Drafting is a continuation of Drafting I. Advanced areas of study include: pictorial drafting, orthographic drafting, auxiliary drafting, sectional drafting, and correct dimensioning techniques. Likewise, students may have the option to partake in a new design or update an existing design through the school or community. Many projects allow students to use critical thinking and creativity to complete assignments. Students will be creating many projects in CAD software, in addition to working in the 3-D realm of design.
Additional Drafting course options are found in the Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Engineering Course category of this course handbook.