The Pre-Engineering program at CV Tech is a college preparatory program for sophomores, juniors, and seniors that combines advanced math and science with hands-on, real-world application of engineering principles. Design a city, program a robot, and do other projects while learning engineering concepts.

Students will be enrolled in the courses below based on courses completed at their high school prior to entering the Pre-Engineering program.

Retention Criteria

Credits

Resources

Local Program (High School Only Program)

Pre-Engineering Academy, OCAS 9862/9871
Courses Hours OCAS
Sophomore
Accelerated Algebra II 120 4412
Accelerated Chemistry 120 5051
PLTW Intro to Engineering and Design 120 8709
PLTW Principles of Engineering 120 8710
Junior
Accelerated Pre-Calculus 120 4611
AP Physics I 120 5213
PLTW Aerospace Engineering 120 8715
PLTW Computer Integrated Manufacturing 120 8712
Senior
AP Calculus BC 120 4616
AP Physics C – Mechanics
AP Physics C – Electricity and Magnetism
120 5216
5217
PLTW Digital Electronics 120 8711
PLTW Engineering Design and Development 120 8716
Total Hours 1440

Suggested Entry Level Skills

A student who meets pre-ACT/SAT college readiness benchmarks in STEM or math and science and has a grade B or higher in high school math and science courses may be accepted.

Instructor and Program Information

We are happy to speak with students/parents (for students under 18) about grades, learning progress, classroom behavior, or any other questions or concerns you may have about our class. Email is the easiest way to contact us; we check email daily and try to respond within 24 hours. You can also call after school (3:15-4:15) to speak to us.

Grading

Pre AP Physics and AP Physics Precalculus and AP Calculus Algebra II Chemistry All Engineering classes
30% Tests 60% Tests 60% Tests 60% Test/Quiz/Lab/Projects Activities based 100%
20% Labs and online quizzes 40% Homework / Quizzes 40% Homework 40% Homework/Daily work
30% homework
20% Final Exam

Instructional Methods

Students are expected to meet the course goals and demonstrate their understanding of specific concepts. Various instructional strategies will be used: lecture, textbooks, digital handouts, hands-on practice with manipulatives, class discussions, Internet tutorials, leadership activities, guest speakers and special projects. Students will work independently and in groups. Assignments require students to use academic skills of reading, writing and math along with technical skills.

Safety

  • Students are required to pass a safety test with a grade of 100%
  • Safe operation of equipment and safe work habits will ensure the personal well being of students
  • Students must wear appropriate personal protective equipment for the task they are doing
  • Report any malfunction of equipment to the instructor immediately
  • Do not move or tamper with equipment; the equipment is set up and arranged in a necessary manner

Substitute

  • Follow all class policies and procedures; comply with substitute requests even if different from normal routine
  • Students will remain in class; no passes out of the room unless a student is requested by the office
  • For safety reasons; some programs may limit access to the shop or lab when there is a substitute
  • Help the substitute in any way you can and be a positive representative of CV Tech

Program Expectations

  • Speak kindly. Good communication with peers and instructors is an important skill. Actions such as gossiping, inappropriate joking, cursing, derogatory remarks, and disruptions are unprofessional and will not be tolerated.

  • Arrive ready. When the bell rings, be in assigned seat and in uniform (if required).

  • Time on task. Spend time on task: participate in instructional activities, follow directions, work with peers, etc.

  • Clean. A clean work space is necessary for safety. Every student will clean as they go and clean at the end of the day.

  • Ask for help. It is normal to have questions about difficult sections of learning. Please ask for help by raising your hand to have a section explained again or ask to step into the office if you would like to speak privately.

  • Track progress. Students will use a plan of study to track their progress. Failing to meet deadlines will result in zeros.

  • Break Time. Use your break for personal business (restroom, phone calls, food, drink); you must go to the break area.

  • Cell phones. While cell phones are convenient, they are a distraction to your learning. Please put them on silent and put them in the designated location. Refer to the CVTC Student Handbook for the school policy.

  • Professional behavior. Display professional behavior at all times; this means no horseplay, yelling, etc.

  • Solve problems. If a discipline problem should arise, the steps below will be followed:
    1st Incident – Warning and in class student/teacher conference to find a solution to the problem
    2nd Incident – Student/teacher conference and parent notification
    3rd Incident – Parent/student/teacher conference; conference may include administrator or counselor as needed
    4th Incident – Administrator notified and consequence to be determined
    Severe disruptions or repeated problem behavior will result in removal from class and administrator notification

CV Tech Student Handbook Topics

The instructor will discuss the following topics in the student handbook. The handbook can be accessed at cvtech.edu.

DETAILS

The Pre-Engineering program at CV Tech is a college preparatory program for sophomores, juniors, and seniors that combines advanced math and science with hands-on, real-world application of engineering principles. Design a city, program a robot, and do other projects while learning engineering concepts.

Students will be enrolled in the courses below based on courses completed at their high school prior to entering the Pre-Engineering program.

RETENTION CRITERIA

A Student must make a B or higher each semester to progress to the next semester.

CREDITS

Many students earn college credit in the AP courses

Project Lead the Way college credit hours may be earned

PRE-ENGINEERING STEM ACADEMY

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