Pre-Engineering

This is a program provides a basic understanding of the engineering career field for students interested in pursuing a post-secondary degree in engineering. 

This program utilizes a nationally recognized curriculum entitled “Project Lead the Way”.  Students have the option of progression through a specified sequence of instruction;  Principles of Engineering, Digital Electronics, Computer Integrated Manufacturing and Engineering Design in order to receive post-secondary credit. Self-directed project development is at the core of this program.    

 

Program Highlights

 

Industry Certifications:
Certificate of Completion – Project Lead the Way

NOCTI Recommended College Credit Awards:
Pass your written NOCTI assessment to receive your recommended credit waiver:
3-credits - Recommended to be awarded in introduction to Engineering or Engineering Technology
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Program Requirements and Expectations 

• Students are expected to have good math skills.  
• Students should have a passing grade and good understanding of Algebra I with the intention of continuing higher level math classes (PLTW requirement).  
• Students are expected to have good writing skills to generate technical reports of their work on a project.  
• Students are expected to have good reading skills to self-study to complete the required work.  
• Students need to have a scientific calculator such as a Texas Instruments TI-36X.

Instructor:

 

Shawn Eckenrode Pre-Engineering