COURSE CODE: 8439
Introduction to Engineering Design (PLTW)
SCED Code:
21051
Suggested Grade Level: 9, 10
Duration: 36 Weeks
Prerequisite:
None
OSHA Compliance Required?:
No
CTSO:
TSA
Non-Traditional?:
F
In this foundation course in Project Lead the Way (PLTW), students use 3-D computer modeling software as they learn the engineering-design process and solve design problems for which they develop, analyze, and create product models.
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
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.
- Advanced Drawing and Design (36 Weeks)
- Aerospace Engineering (PLTW) (36 Weeks)
- Architectural Drawing and Design (36 Weeks)
- Civil Engineering, and Architecture (PLTW) (36 Weeks)
- Computer Integrated Manufacturing (PLTW) (36 Weeks)
- Digital Electronics (PLTW) (36 Weeks)
- Digital Visualization (36 Weeks)
- Engineering Design and Development (PLTW) (36 Weeks)
- Engineering Drawing and Design (36 Weeks)
- Principles of Engineering (PLTW) (36 Weeks)
- Technical Drawing and Design (36 Weeks)
Industry Credentials (Only apply to 36 week courses)
Career Clusters
| Pathway | Occupation |
|---|---|
| Engineering and Technology |
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