8100: Introduction to Engineering Design (1 credit PAR, Gr. 9-12, weighted)

This course is for students interested in engineering and architecture related fields. Units of study include sketching, multi-views, pictorial and 3-D drawing, sections, dimensions, auxiliary and architectural drawing. Students will be expected to use 2-D and 3-D CAD software to solve problems and present designs. Technical reading and math skills are needed. This course is the first course in the PLTW program. PLTW is a nationally recognized engineering curriculum being offered through the Independence School District. For more information regarding PLTW go to www.pltw.org.

8101: Principles of Engineering (1 credit PAR, Gr. 10-12, weighted)

Prerequisite: Introduction to Engineering Design

Recommended Concurrent Course: Algebra II

This course explores the wide variety of careers in engineering, technology systems, and manufacturing processes. Using activities, projects and problems, students will learn first-hand how engineers and technicians use math, science and technology in an engineering problem-solving process to benefit people. PLTW is a nationally recognized engineering curriculum being offered through the Independence School District. For more information regarding PLTW go to www.pltw.org.

8806: Engineering Technology I (4 credits PAR, Gr. 11-12, weighted) College Credit Available

Prerequisite: Principles of Engineering

This course at Metropolitan Community College - Business and Technology Campus provides an introduction to engineering communications and basic computer aided drafting/design (CADD). Emphasis will be placed on technical sketching, orthographic projection, drawing layout, drafting and CADD standards and conventions, dimensioning, sectioning, annotation, and basic design principles. Students will develop a foundation for computer aided drafting/design including file management, basic drawing and editing commands, layering, blocks and wblocks, dimensioning, polylines, hatching, and plotting.

8808: Engineering Technology II (4 credits PAR, Gr. 12, weighted) College Credit Available

Prerequisite: Engineering Technology I

This course at Metropolitan Community College - Business and Technology Campus focuses on advanced engineering communications and basic computer aided drafting/design (CADD). Additional emphasis will be placed on technical sketching, orthographic projection, drawing layout, drafting and CADD standards and conventions, dimensioning, sectioning, annotation, and basic design principles. Students will further develop their foundation for computer aided drafting/design including file management, basic drawing and editing commands, layering, blocks and wblocks, dimensioning, polylines, hatching, and plotting.