Course Catalog - Engineering Foundations

Engineering Foundations

STEM Endorsement

PR: Prerequisite   |   CR: Credit for Course   |   SEM: Semesters   |   LC: Local Credit

(It is recommended students follow the program of study sequence level 1-4 as outlined by TEA.)

Level 1: Principles of Applied Engineering #8700

Principles of Applied Engineering provides an overview of the various fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and their interrelationships. Students develop engineering communication skills, which include computer graphics, modeling, and presentations, by using a variety of computer hardware and software applications to complete assignments and projects. Upon completing this course, students will have an understanding of the various fields of engineering and be able to make informed career decisions.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 2: Manufacturing Engineering Technology I #8721 

(Freshman who completed Principles of Applied Engineering in the 8th grade are APPROVED to enroll in this course in the 9th grade)

In Manufacturing Engineering Technology I, students will gain knowledge and skills in the application, design, production, and assessment of products, services, and systems and how those knowledge and skills are applied to manufacturing. Students will prepare for success in the global economy. The study of manufacturing engineering will allow students to reinforce, apply, and transfer academic knowledge and skills to a variety of interesting and relevant activities, problems, and settings in a manufacturing setting.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 3: Engineering Design and Presentation - Robotics #8701

Level 3: Engineering Design and Presentation - Robotics ADV #8701ADV (2028+ Graduates ONLY)

Engineering Design and Presentation will demonstrate knowledge and skills of the design process as it applies to engineering fields and project management using multiple software applications and tools necessary to produce and present working drawings, solid model renderings, and prototypes. Through implementation of the design process, students will transfer advanced academic skills to component designs. Additionally, students will explore career opportunities in engineering, technology, and drafting and what is required to gain and maintain employment in these areas.

PR: Algebra I and at least one credit in a course from the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics career cluster.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 4: Advanced Engineering Design and Presentation - Robotics #8702

Advanced Engineering Design and Presentation is a continuation of knowledge and skills learned in Engineering Design and Presentation I. Students enrolled in this course will demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills of a system design process as it applies to engineering fields and project management using multiple software applications and tools necessary to produce and present working drawings, solid model renderings, and prototypes. Students will expand on the use of a variety of computer hardware and software applications to complete assignments and projects. Through implementation of a system design process, students will transfer advanced academic skills to component designs and engineering systems. Emphasis will be placed on transdisciplinary and integrative approaches using skills from ideation, prototyping, and project management methods.

PR: Principles of Applied Engineering or Engineering Design and Presentation I, Algebra I, and Geometry.

SEM: 2 CR: 2

Level 4: Practicum in Engineering - #8727

(Only for students who completed Principles of Applied Engineering in middle school.)

Practicum in Engineering is designed to give students supervised practical application of knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experiences such as employment, independent study, internships, assistantships, mentorships, or laboratories. To prepare for careers in engineering, students must attain academic knowledge and skills, acquire technical knowledge and skills related to the workplace, and develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, entry requirements, and industry expectations. To prepare for success, students need opportunities to learn, reinforce, apply, and transfer their knowledge and skills and technologies in a variety of settings.

PR: Algebra I and Geometry and a minimum of two credits with at least one course in a Level 2 or higher course from the Engineering Career Cluster

SEM: 2 CR: 2