Engineering Courses

PLTW: Principles of Engineering

This course is for students who are serious about pursuing a possible future in engineering. This survey course exposes students to major concepts they will encounter in a post-secondary engineering course. This survey introduces mechanisms, energy sources, electronic circuits, thermodynamics, statics, material properties, structural design, control systems, and kinematics.

Students employ engineering and scientific concepts to solve design problems. Students develop problem-solving skills, document their work, and communicate solutions to peers and members of the professional community.

Course Number0777
Grade Level9,10,11,12
Pre-RequisiteMust have completed or currently be enrolled in Algebra II and have completed Intro to Engineering Design; Algebra II Honors recommended
Application and/or Audition DateNone
Credits10
VCHS Graduation CreditElective
UC ApprovalYes Area D (Science - Engineering)
FeesNone