Technology
Principles of Engineering (PLTW)
This is a broad-based survey course designed
to help students gain a better understanding about careers in
engineering and engineering technology. The main goal of the course
is to experience, through theory and hands-on problem-solving
activities, what engineering is all about and to answer the
question: “Is a career in engineering or engineering technology for
me?” This course reinforces problem-solving communication and
teamwork skills. Projects include building and testing a “Rube
Goldberg” contraption, a bridge structure, a mousetrap-powered
vehicle, a computer-controlled machine, and others. Students
are required to write two technical research papers related to
branches of engineering and technical failures in engineering.
Credit: 1
Grades: 11,12
Prerequisite: IED-DDP
Final: Exam
College Credit: 3-4 credits through RIT by passing PLTW Exam.
*Strong math skills required.
Lab fee: Yes
