PLTW

NORTH HIGH PLTW ENGINEERING PATHWAY

What is Project Lead The Way (PLTW)

From launching space explorations to delivering safe, clean water to communities, engineers find solutions to pressing problems and turn their ideas into reality. PLTW Engineering empowers students to step into the role of an engineer, adopt a problem-solving mindset, and make the leap from dreamers to doers. The program’ s courses engage students in compelling, real-world challenges that help them become better collaborators and thinkers. Students take from the courses in-demand knowledge and skills they will use in high school and for the rest of their lives, on any career path they take. More information can be found at PLTW Students will use computers to generate 3 dimensional models that will be printed using a 3D printer or carve them out of wood on a CNC Benchmill. This is a hands on class that emphasizes problem solving, teamwork and creativity.

WHAT STUDENTS WILL LEARN: The following labeled courses are the courses that are offered thru our PLTW pathway at North.

Principles of Engineering (1^st Year)

Students explore a broad range of engineering topics including mechanisms, strength of structure and materials, and automation, and then they apply what they know to take on challenges like designing a self-powered car. https://www.pltw.org/our-programs/pltw-engineering-curriculum#curriculum-3

Introduction to Engineering Design (2^nd Year)

Students dig deep into the engineering design process, applying math, science, and engineering standards to hands-on projects like designing a new toy or improving an existing product.

https://www.pltw.org/our-programs/pltw-engineering-curriculum#curriculum-2

Computer Integrated Manufacturing(3^rd Year)

Students discover and explore manufacturing processes, product design, robotics, and automation, and then they apply what they have learned to design solutions for real-world manufacturing problems.

https://www.pltw.org/our-programs/pltw-engineering-curriculum#curriculum-6

Civil Engineering and Architecture (4^th Year)

Students learn important aspects of building and site design and development, and then they apply what they know to design a commercial building.

https://www.pltw.org/our-programs/pltw-engineering-curriculum#curriculum-5

HIGH SCHOOL CREDITS AVAILABLE:

Students earn 5 units of elective credit each semester toward their high school graduation.

Meets area “G” approval for UC admission.

PREREQUISITE REQUIREMENT(S):

There are no prerequisites for first class in the pathway. As you begin your PLTW pathway journey

You will take the classes as suggested by the pathway.

MEET THE INSTRUCTORS:

Mr. Bristol Mr. Gomez