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Engineering & Design

Have you ever thought about a career in engineering? Are you interested in invention and solving problems? If so, then the Engineering & Design program is for you! The Engineering & Design program aims to strike a balance between engineering theory through class lessons, and engineering application through design projects. The design projects range in scale from single-class projects to a second-year ½ year capstone project, but at the core of all projects is a systematic process that helps students learn how to design new things. Program students have the opportunity to gain additional experience through co-ops and internships. Students finish the program ready to enter an Engineering or Engineering Technology college program.

Students will:
  • Use Inventor 3D Computer Aided Design software
  • Bring ideas from initial concept to reality in our computer & prototyping labs
  • Solve increasingly challenging real-world problems
  • Be ready to enter a two-year or four-year college program
   
For students in grades: 10-12
Scheduling: Please contact the SVCDC Guidance Counselor for scheduling
Credits: Three credits per year
Graduation Requirements: Science, Math, Art, and Technology

 
  • Engineering & Design 1 students will be able to earn one Art Credit towards graduation requirements. MAUHS students can earn the required ½ Technology Credit by completing the first year of this program.

  • Engineering & Design 2 students will be able to earn one Science Credit toward graduation requirements.
  • Co-requisite: Grade level college prep math (Algebra 2/Trig. or Geometry) or higher or teacher approval
    Post High School Education: Engineering & Design graduates have enrolled in Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), CCV, Academy of Art, UVM, Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC), LeHigh University, Syracuse University, State University of New York, University of Idaho, Vermont Technical College (VTC), Penn State, Norwich University, Clarkson University, and University of Massachusetts
    Employment: Engineering & Design graduates have been employed by Abacus Automation, Catamount Glass, NSK, Mack Molding, Stratton Ski Resort, Messina Construction, Vermont Composites and Plasan USA
    Student Organizations: Students taking this program are eligible to participate in SkillsUSA contests, field trips and events.
    College Preparation: This program is associated with Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) and many other colleges through Project Lead the Way www.pltw.org, providing students in good standing the opportunity to earn up to 12 college credits.  college connectionsSee College Connections
       

    Engineering & Design Students Study:

     
    Engineering & Design
    • Introduction to Engineering and Design
      • How to Follow a Design Process
      • How to Document Designs
      • Technical Sketching and Drawing
      • 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD)
      • Measurement and Statistics
      • Reverse Engineering
      • Product Improvement
      • Design Teams
    • Application of Engineering Theory Through Projects of Increasing Complexity
    • Project Management
    • How to Test and Evaluate Designs
    • Alternative Energy Sources
    • Principles of Engineering
      • Careers in Engineering
      • Technical Communications
      • Simple Machines
      • Pulleys and Gears
      • Engineering Systems
      • Structural Analysis
      • Material Selection and Testing
      • Quality and Reliability
      • Engineering Ethics
      • Linear and Trajectory Motion
    • Engineering Design & Development:
    • Application of Engineering Theory Through ½ Year Capstone Design Project with a Community Mentor
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