Unit 2: Portfolio Planning and Introduction to Media to be Used in this Course In this unit, students will be introduced to variety of media to be used throughout this course as well as processes and expectations of capturing materials created. Upon culmination of this unit, students will exhibit the beginning framework to build upon a paper or digital portfolio by using the engineering documentation process. (3) The student presents conclusions, research findings, and designs using a variety of media throughout the course. The student is expected to: (A) use clear and concise written, verbal, and visual communication techniques; (B) maintain a design and computation engineering notebook; (C) use sketching and drafting and design (CADD) to develop and present ideas; (D) use industry standard visualization techniques and media; and (E) use the engineering documentation process to maintain a paper or digital portfolio. Unit 3: Safety Preparation for Applied Engineering In this unit, students will prepare for safety in applied engineering. To assure safety is a priority, this unit will have students master relevant safety tests and follow lab safety guidelines in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The culminating activity will have students describe the implications of improper safety measurements. (4) The student uses appropriate tools and demonstrates safe work habits. The student is expected to: (A) master relevant safety tests; (B) follow lab safety guidelines as prescribed by instructor in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations; (C) recognize the classification of hazardous materials and wastes; (D) dispose of hazardous materials and wastes appropriately; (E) maintain, safely handle, and properly store laboratory equipment; (F) describe the implications of negligent or improper maintenance; and (G) demonstrate the use of precision measuring instruments.
(E) demonstrate punctuality, dependability, reliability, and responsibility in performing assigned tasks as directed. Unit 10: Teamwork in STEM Using all elements derived from this course, this unit will have students apply the design process in a group setting. Students will collaborate to develop a comprehensive project in the STEM field. The culminating activity will be for the students to present this STEM project. (9) The student demonstrates the ability to function as a team member while completing a comprehensive project. The student is expected to: (A) apply the design process as a team participant; (B) assume different roles as a team member within the project; (C) maintain an engineering notebook for the project; (D) develop and test the model for the project; and (E) demonstrate communication skills by preparing and presenting the project. Unit 11: Planning for Careers in STEM In this unit, students will focus on planning to secure a career within the STEM Career Cluster. Students will formulate a philosophy of education and assemble components collected during this course culminating in a robust portfolio. (3) The student presents conclusions, research findings, and designs using a variety of media throughout the course. The student is expected to: (A) use and concise written, verbal, and visual communication techniques; (B) maintain a design and computation engineering notebook; (C) use sketching and computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) to develop and present ideas; (D) use industry standard visualization techniques and media; and (E) use the engineering documentation process to maintain a paper or digital portfolio.