The STEM Academy affords students an opportunity to prepare for their college engineering studies. Students learn and practice the use of math and science in solving problems in construction design, quality control,
electrical circuits and other engineering studies through the use of simple tools and engineering procedures.
Project Lead The Way (PLTW) curriculum is a sequence of courses which, when combined with traditional mathematics and science courses, introduces students to the scope, rigor and discipline of engineering. Course offerings are pending summer training sessions for the instructor provided through PLTW. For details on PLTW for high school students, go to: www.pltw.org/curriculum/hs-engineering.html
Civil Engineering and Architecture (1 credit): Provides an overview of the fields of Civil Engineering and Architecture, while emphasizing the interrelationship and dependence of both fields on each other. Students use state of the art software to solve real world problems and communicate solutions to hands-on projects and activities. This course covers topics such as: The Roles of Civil Engineers and Architects, Project Planning, Site Planning, Building Design, Project Documentation and Presentation.
Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) (Available in 2010-2011 for 1 credit): Designed to explore the use of computers in the fields of construction and manufacturing. This course applies principles of robotics and automation and CAD design. Students use computer numerical control equipment to produce actual models of their three-dimensional designs. Fundamental concepts of robotics used in automated manufacturing and design analysis are included.
Digital Electronics (Available in 2010-2011 for 1 credit): Applied logic that encompasses the application of electronic circuits and devices. Computer simulation software is used to design and test digital circuitry prior to the actual construction of circuits and devices. This is an advanced technical credit course.
Engineering Design & Development (1 credit): An engineering research course in which students work in teams to research, design and construct a solution to an open-ended engineering problem. Students apply principles developed in the preceding courses and are guided by a community mentor. They must present progress reports, submit a final written report and defend their solutions to a panel of outside reviewers at the end of the school year.