Introduction to Engineering Design:
- A unit that teaches problem-solving skills using a design development process. Models of product solutions are created, analyzed and communicated using solid modeling computer design software.

Principles of Engineering:
- A unit of study that helps students understand the field of engineering.
- Exploring various technology systems and manufacturing processes help students learn how engineers and technicians use math, science and technology in engineering problem-solving processes to benefit people.
- The course also includes concerns about social and political consequences of technological change.

Computer Integrated Manufacturing:
- A unit that applies principles of robotics, automation and CAD design.
- The unit builds on computer solid modeling skills developed in introduction to Engineering Design, and Design and Drawing for Production.
- Students use Computer Numerical Control equipment to produce actual models of their three-dimensional designs.
- Fundamental concepts of robotics used in automated manufacturing and design analysis are included.

Engineering Design and Development:
- An engineering research unit in which students work in teams to research, design and construct a solution to an open-ended engineering problem.
- Students apply principles developed in the three preceding courses and are guided by a community mentor.
- They must present progress reports, submit a final written report and defend their solutions to a panel of outside reviewers at the end of the school year.

Orleans/Niagara BOCES

Project Based Engineering