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ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

Project Lead the Way (PLTW) classes provide hands-on classroom learning experiences. Recommended for all students

interested in pre-med, engineering, math, science, technology, and computers. Students create, design, build,

discover, collaborate and solve problems while applying what they learn in math and science. Studies indicate that
PLTW students score significantly higher on their ACT tests than non-PLTW students. All PLTW classes are weighted
with the exception of EE, CSE and PBS.

Credits Course/Number Year Comments
1 Engineering Essentials (EE) - 9-10
PLTW 864/865 No Prerequisite.

1 Principles of Engineering (POE)* - 10-11-12 This course is the second course in a four-year sequence of
PLTW 862/863 11-12 the PLTW courses. There is no pre- requisite for this class.
12 This course is designed for 11th and 12th grade students.
1 Engineering Design & Development 9-10-11 Must have completed POE and earned a C or better in the
Year 1 (EDD1)* PLTW 866/867 class. A strong class attendance record is required.
This is an internship program. Completion of EDD1 with a
1 Engineering Design & Development grade of B or better is required. Students must complete an
Year 2 (EDD2)* PLTW 868/869 application, interview, and have their own transportation.

1 Computer Science Essentials (CSE) - No Prerequisite.
PLTW 872/873

1 AP Computer Science Principles (CSP)* - 9-10-11-12 No Prerequisite.
PLTW 870/871

1 AP Computer Science A (CSA)* - 9-10-11-12 Prerequisite: successful completion of Algebra 1.
PLTW 874/875

1 Principles of Biomedical Science (PBS) - 9-10-11-12 Must have completed or currently be enrolled in
PLTW 882/883 10-11-12 biology.
Must have completed biology. This counts as a
1 Human Body Systems (HBS)* - science credit for CMH graduation.
PLTW 884/885

*Denotes a weighted course

Engineering Essentials (EE) - PLTW 864/865 students do not need to purchase a textbook for this PLTW
course, there is a $60 materials/copy fee.
Designed for 9th or 10th grade students. This course
introduces students to engineering concepts that are P86ri2n/c8i6p3les of Engineering (POE)* - PLTW
applicable across multiple engineering disciplines and
empowers them to build technical skills through the use of a Prerequisite: Must have maintained a “C” average both semesters in IED.
variety of engineering tools, such as geographic information
systems (GIS), 3-D solid modeling software, and prototyping Designed for 10th-12th grade students, this survey course
equipment. Students learn and apply the engineering design exposes students to some concepts in mechanical, electrical,
process to develop mechanical, electronic, process, and civil, and computer engineering. Students develop problem-
logistical solutions to relevant problems across a variety solving skills and apply their knowledge of research and
of industry sectors, including health care, public service, design to create solutions to various challenges, document
and product development and manufacturing. Building their work and communicate solutions. This class involves
enthusiasm for and real understanding of role, impact, and many hands-on group and individual projects. While students
practice of engineering is a primary goal of the course. While do not purchase a textbook for this PLTW course, there is a
$60 materials/copy fee.
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