Engineering Courses

PLTW: Principles of Engineering (H)

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 Number 0731
Grade Level 10,11,12
Pre-Requisite Grade C or higher in Intro to Engineering Design
Application and/or Audition Date None
Credits 10
VCHS Graduation Credit Elective
UC Approval Yes Area D (Science - Engineering)
Fees $175 Course Fee (includes textbook)