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Principle’s of Engineering
Course description: The class is designed to provide a hand on approach to the necessary skills required for a student to build and construct various projects which require an engineer’s approach in design. Parameters for designs will incorporate the basic principles that are needed for success. These parameters will be studied and discussed prior to the construction of these projects. The devices that will be studied will be broken down into their basic engineered components. The students will be looking at each component and how it works and is affected by other factors in the basic operation of the device. The class is designed to be an introduction to the field of engineering and students will build their projects based on known engineering principles as well as experimenting with their designs to try and gain any kind of insight or advantage.
Subject area topics
- Career opportunities in engineering
- Mechanics shop orientation and safety
- Basic woodworking skills
- Basic metalworking skills
- Proper tool usage, maintenance, repair, purchase, and safety
- Basic welding and torch safety and usage
- Plumbing, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Aerodynamics, ergonomics, and functionality
Course projects: Projects will vary from year to year depending on the availability of any large projects. Small projects and reports will be used to provide a standard learning atmosphere. Lab activities will be used to reinforce scientific, mathematic, and technological principles.
Course grading: Student grades will include tests, reports, projects, and homework.
