Page 25 - High School Course Catalog - 2019-20

SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING MATH (STEM)
All STEM courses require an additional fee.
Introduction to Engineering Design 8600550
Credit: One (1) Credit
Students 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 3D modeling software and use an engineering notebook to document their work.
Prerequisite: Admittance to STEM Program
Principles of Engineering 8600520
Credit: One (1) Credit
Through problems that engage and challenge, students explore a broad range of engineering topics including mechanisms, the strength of structures and materials, and automation. Students develop skills in problem solving, research, and design while learning strategies for design process documentation, collaboration, and presentation.
Prerequisites: IED
Computer Science and Software Engineering 0200335
in conjunction with Foundations of Programming and AP Computer Science
Credit: One (1) Credit
This course aims to develop computational thinking, generate excitement about career paths that utilize computing, and introduce professional tools that foster creativity and collaboration. Computer Science Principles helps students develop programming expertise and explore the workings of the Internet. Projects and problems include app development, visualization of data, cybersecurity, and simulation.
Prerequisite: IED, POE
Aerospace Engineering 8600620
Credit: One (1) Credit
Aerospace engineering propels students’ learning the fundamentals of atmospheric and space flight. As they explore the physics of flight, students bring the concepts to life by designing and airfoil, propulsion system, and rockets. They learn basic orbital mechanics using industry- standard software. They also explore robot systems through projects such as remotely operated vehicles.
Prerequisite: IED, POE
2019-2020 COURSE CATALOG - HS 25