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Principles of Engineering™ (POE)
Course Description:
Principles of Engineering Is designed to give students a more detailed understand of the physics and mathematical concepts used in the field of engineering. Students will explore how the mechanical advantages gained by using
simple machines such as wheels, gears, cams and linkages are used to produce powerful and sophisticated industrial machines and equipment. Students will learn how engineers and technicians use math, science and technology to solve engineering problems that benefit people. The math applications phase of the course will focus on using basic
trigonometry and algebra to explore physics concepts such as force vectors, free body diagrams, moments of inertia, reaction forces, truss designs as well as actual dynamic forces such as compression, tension, stress, strain, velocity, deflection and deformation. Students will also learn to perform basic electrical circuit analysis and will also be required to actually wire switches to control lights, motors and assorted devices. In addition, students will also be exposed to test procedures used in materials science labs by conducting destructive testing experiments on a mechanical stress analyzer that is capable of exerting 1000 pounds of pressure on sample pieces.
Principles of Engineering ™ is one of three foundation courses in the Project Lead The Way® high school pre-engineering program. The course applies and concurrently develops secondary level knowledge and skills in mathematics, science, and technology.
The course of study includes:
· Definition and Types of Engineering
· Communication and Documentation
· Design Process
· Engineering Systems
· Statics and Strength of Materials
· Materials and Materials Testing in Engineering
· Engineering for Reliability
· Kinematics
Principles of Engineering Is designed to give students a more detailed understand of the physics and mathematical concepts used in the field of engineering. Students will explore how the mechanical advantages gained by using
simple machines such as wheels, gears, cams and linkages are used to produce powerful and sophisticated industrial machines and equipment. Students will learn how engineers and technicians use math, science and technology to solve engineering problems that benefit people. The math applications phase of the course will focus on using basic
trigonometry and algebra to explore physics concepts such as force vectors, free body diagrams, moments of inertia, reaction forces, truss designs as well as actual dynamic forces such as compression, tension, stress, strain, velocity, deflection and deformation. Students will also learn to perform basic electrical circuit analysis and will also be required to actually wire switches to control lights, motors and assorted devices. In addition, students will also be exposed to test procedures used in materials science labs by conducting destructive testing experiments on a mechanical stress analyzer that is capable of exerting 1000 pounds of pressure on sample pieces.
Principles of Engineering ™ is one of three foundation courses in the Project Lead The Way® high school pre-engineering program. The course applies and concurrently develops secondary level knowledge and skills in mathematics, science, and technology.
The course of study includes:
· Definition and Types of Engineering
· Communication and Documentation
· Design Process
· Engineering Systems
· Statics and Strength of Materials
· Materials and Materials Testing in Engineering
· Engineering for Reliability
· Kinematics