Engineering and Technology A/B

Engineering and Technology is a two-semester course designed to focus on the fundamental concepts of engineering and technology. Students will learn about important inventions and innovations in engineering and technology, engineering's contributions to society, and how fields such as science, mathematics, and technology influence engineering. They will also learn how to identify various measurement devices, use the engineering design process to create models or prototypes to address real-world problems, and employ drafting techniques—both manual and using computer-aided design (CAD) software—to produce two-dimensional drawings. In addition, the course covers the technologies, principles, and safety considerations in various engineering and technology career areas. The course will also teach students about career areas in the engineering and technology industries and the skills and education required, as well as the job outlook, demand, and projected wages of various career options in the field. Through focused mini lessons, students will be introduced to durable skills such as metacognition and critical thinking, and they will have opportunities to practice and begin applying these skills in career-specific activities.

There are no required materials for this course.