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This course is designed to introduce students to the world of Engineering Design and problem solving through the design process. The course I designed for any student who intends to pursue future training in any engineering program or technical industry. Students use problem-solving models to improve existing products while utilizing development processes to create new products. They will learn how to apply these models to solve problems in and out of the classroom setting. Students will apply mathematical and scientific concepts and models when being introduced to the fundamentals of mechanical; structural (civil; architectural and green technology); aeronautical; and robotic (VEX IQ) engineering and electrical concepts. Students will use multiple software packages; engineering poster sessions; and presentations to develop technical communication literacy skills. Computer assisted instruction; lab activities and classroom discussions will be used to create a foundation for problem solving and engineering concepts. Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) standards will be an integral part of this class. Dual credit may be obtained from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University for this program at high schools offering this option. An honors option is available to all students enrolled in the course. Students mathematically model the kinematics of projectile motion from a small catapult. Students perform a mathematical analysis CO2 car travel based on potential and kinetic energy on a ramp; determine the velocity at the bottom of the ramp; determine the acceleration of car and determine the force of friction between the car and the floor; students determine the force the CO2 cartridge imparts on the car and the rate of acceleration after the cartridge is spent. Students determined the mathematical relationships between the volume of a hot air balloon; pressures and ambient temperature. Students spend approximately 6 hours per week in lab.

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• CTE
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Online / Virtual