Computer Aided Design (CAD) II
CAD 2 will build on the skills from CAD 1, going further in AutoCAD and introducing Fusion 360. Students will complete a variety of projects with outputs which may include 3D printing, CNC work, molds, and laser cutting. This class is not required for the Engineering Pathway, but the skills learned will be applicable in this and other areas.
- 0.5 Credits (1 semester)
- 9-12 grade
Computer Aided Design (CAD) III
CAD 3 will continue into advanced modeling in Fusion 360. Students will complete independent projects which may include model movement simulations, CAM, and post-processing. Students will utilize the full range of machine options available. This class is not required for the Engineering Pathway, but the skills learned will be applicable in this and other areas.
- 0.5 Credits (1 semester)
- 10-12 grade
Electrical Engineering II
Students will take their circuit design and programming skills learning in Electrical Engineering 1 to a higher level through complex, hands-on projects. Other microcontroller boards, sensors, and components will be introduced, as well as new libraries and programming strategies. Students will gain experience in the design cycle through original projects. This is not a required course for the Engineering Pathway.
- 0.5 Credits (1 semester)
- 9-12 Grade
Robotics II
In Robotics 2, students expand on their engineering and programming skills. They will program Lego EV3 robots using Mindstorms and RobotC. This is a project-oriented hands-on course that builds on the experience of Robotics 1. The engineering and programming challenges are considerably more complex, as this class prepares you to take Java Programming and Computer Science Design.
- 0.5 Credits (1 semester)
- 10-12 grade
Mechatronics
This course will focus on mechatronics - the study of mechanical engineering and electronics working together. Topics will include simple machines, gearing, motor use, circuit and sensor control, and further programming. In addition, they will further develop the engineering design cycle and work in project teams.
- 0.5 Credits (1 semester)
- 10-12 grade
Engineering Capstone
This course will focus on engineering project development - the complete process from idea to product. Students will learn design strategies, rapid prototyping skills, iteration of design, documentation, and group strategies. A key industrial skill will be learning how to communicate ideas clearly and work in teams.
- 0.5 Credits (1 semester)
- 10-12 grade
Advanced Engineering
Students will work in teams to apply the principles of engineering design to drone building. Teams will use their CAD and Electrical skills to design and build a quadcopter drone. Students will also learn to fly and control a drone to maneuver obstacles and complete objectives. Further career exploration will be included. This is not a required course for the Engineering Pathway.
- 0.5 Credits (1 semester)
- 10-12 grade
