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STEM Innovation Academy of Orange Introduction to Engineering Design (IED)

Ms. GeraghtyEmail: HYPERLINK "mailto:[email protected]"[email protected]

“Take Chances, Make Mistakes, Get Messy” --Ms. Frizzle

Course Description

Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) is a high school level course that is appropriate for 9th or 10th grade students who are interested in design and engineering or another technical career. The major focus of the IED course is to expose students to a design process, professional communication and collaboration methods, design ethics, and technical documentation. IED gives students the opportunity to develop skills in research and analysis, teamwork, technical writing, engineering graphics, and problem solving through activity-, project-, and problem-based (APPB) learning. Used in combination with a teaming approach, APPB-learning challenges students to continually hone their interpersonal skills and creative abilities while applying math, science, and technology knowledge learned in other courses to solve engineering design problems and communicate their solutions. IED also allows students to develop strategies to enable and direct their own learning and action, an ultimate goal of education.

Instructor Ms. Geraghty holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Studies and Mathematics from Lafayette College, and a Master’s of Arts in Teaching from The College of New Jersey (TCNJ). Ms. Geraghty is a Woodrow Wilson Teaching fellow and a PLTW certified teacher.

Course ObjectivesThroughout this course, students will continually make use of the 6 Engineering Habits of Mind, described below:

CreativityBeing able to look at the world and identify new patterns or relationships or imagine new ways of doing things is something at which engineers excel. Finding new ways to apply knowledge and experience is essential in engineering design and is a key ingredient of innovation.

OptimismEngineers, as a general rule, believe that things can always be improved. Just because it hasn’t been done yet, doesn’t mean it can’t be done. Good ideas can come from anywhere and engineering is based on the premise that everyone is capable of designing something new or different.




PersistenceFailure is expected, even embraced, as engineers work to optimize the solution to a particular challenge. Engineering – particularly engineering design – is an iterative process. It is not about trial and error. It is trying and learning and trying again.

Systems ThinkingOur world is a system made up of many other systems. Things are connected in remarkably complex ways. To solve problems, or to truly improve conditions, engineers need to be able to recognize and consider how all those different systems are connected.

ConscientiousnessEngineering has a significant ethical dimension. The technologies and methods that engineers develop can have a profound affect on people’s lives. That kind of power demands a high level of responsibility to consider others and to consider the moral issues that may arise from the work.

CollaborationEngineering successes are built through collaboration and communication. Teamwork is essential. The best engineers are willing to work with others. They are skilled at listening to stakeholders, thinking independently, and then sharing ideas.

Progression of topics● Unit 1: Design Process● Unit 2: Technical Sketching and Drawing● Unit 3: Measurement and Statistics● Unit 4: Modeling Skills● Unit 5: Geometry of Design● Unit 6: Reverse Engineering● Unit 7: Documentation● Unit 8: Ethics




Course Skills and ProficienciesBy the end of this course, students would have developed the ability to:

Design Process Experience

● Design a consumer product using an engineering design process based on the creation

of a detailed and comprehensive design brief

● Solve a problem using an engineering design process

● Document in detail the engineering design process used to solve a problem or design a

product

● Brainstorm/recommend improvements to a product based on reverse engineering

● Produce a detailed technical report to present the solution to a problem or a product

design

● Describe the lifecycle of a consumer product

● Work collaboratively on a design team to design a product or solve a problem

CAD and Drafting Experience

● Create and/or modify 3D solid computer models of complex parts

● Create 3D models of part assemblies

● Create technical drawings of complex parts and assemblies from 3D solid models using

CAD software

● Apply drive constraints and simulate motion of an assembly within the 3D modeling

environment

● Create concept sketches to represent ideas




● Create hand drawn technical drawings to represent a simple part that may include an

isometric view, orthographic projections and a section view

Computational and Analytical Skills

● Use Excel to calculate summary statistics and create histograms

● Use Excel to find a trend line (mathematical model) to represent data and interpret the

model within the context of the data

● Develop conceptual models to represent design ideas, systems, or processes

● Complete multi-step engineering calculations

● Make predictions based on data

● Use data to inform decisions

● Perform precision measurement using a dial caliper

● Convert among and between SI and US Customary units

● Calculate physical properties (surface area, volume, density) of simple 3D forms

● Determine a parametric equation that describes a relationship between two quantities

● Calculate forces applied to an object in static equilibrium

Professional Skills

● Work collaboratively with others on common tasks, recognizing a the need for time

management and self-reflection

● Communicate ideas effectively

● Present ideas clearly and linearly, showcasing an ability to answer questions from the

audience/client competently




● Manage an engineering design project, working collaboratively with others thinking of all

aspects of the design process

● Solve real world problems

● Document engineering work technically and professionally

Tools and Software

● Use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) to make calculations, and document and

present work

● Model objects in 3 dimensions, using a 3D solid modeling software – Autodesk Inventor

● Measure lengths using Dial calipers and use these measurements to inform the design

process

Technology Google Classroom: Links to worksheets, powerpoints, and other class materials will be posted here. This is also where you will upload assignments for submission and view teacher feedback.

Genesis: Grades will be available to students and parents through genesis.

Autodesk Inventor: 3D modeling software that students will use to model solutions to engineering design challenges

PLTW Textbook: Online resource for activities and information relating to course topics

AssessmentsThe following provides an approximate breakdown of how each type of assignment contributes to your overall performance in the class.

Authentic Assessments: 25%Summative Assessments: 25%Formative Assessments: 20%Classwork: 20%




Homework: 10%

Note: In June, you will take the PLTW End of Course (EoC) computer-based exam. The exam will be graded on a scale of 1-9.

Required Supplies● Pens AND Pencils● 1 inch Binder● Reinforced Loose Leaf Paper● Folder● Engineering Notebook (supplied)

Non-Required Supplies

● Flash Drive

● Calculator (Scientific or Graphing)

Teacher Availability

Ms. Geraghty will be available during some advisory periods, lunch, office hours, or after school by appointment. Please do not hesitate to come see her for questions and more working time.

Classroom ExpectationsAttendanceIED meets every day of the week for 80 minutes. Classroom attendance is a necessary part of this course. There is a lot happening in class every day and if you are not there you will be missing out on opportunities for real learning and fun. You are responsible for anything you miss when you are out of the room. If you know you are going to be absent in advance, you should let Ms. Geraghty know through email. You are responsible for the work and content knowledge you miss when not in the room. All missing assignments will be provided via Google Classroom and Ms. Geraghty is always available for questions about what was missed, though it is your responsibility to seek her out. See the STEM Academy Student Handbook for additional details on attendance policy. LatenessStudents must be in their seats and be working on the Do Now by the class start time. If you are late to class, you will be marked Tardy and your Class Participation grade for the day will be lowered. You are responsible for catching up on anything missed and continuing on with the




lesson. Students who repeatedly arrive late to class will be referred to Ms. Reid. See the STEM Academy Student Handbook for additional details on lateness policy.

ParticipationYou are expected to actively contribute to the class discussion and activities every day. You are encouraged and expected to speak your mind on relevant course material and to be respectful of others as they do the same.

Missing AssignmentsYou are always expected to turn in assignments on time that are completed to the best of your ability. Late assignments may be accepted for reduced credit. You are always expected to turn in assignments on time that are completed to the best of your ability. Late assignments may be accepted for reduced credit. Late homework assignments will incur a 5 pt per school day deduction for five days and a 0 on the 6th school day; yielding a maximum score of 75% for late work. Students may request an extension but they have to exhaust the intervention opportunities first (advisory, office hours, lunch, before school, etc.) Exceptions may be given for extenuating circumstances, upon discussion with Ms. Geraghty.

Academic HonestyYou are expected to do your own work. Much of the course is based on group work, and working together and helping one another is encouraged. However, the work you turn in should be your own and you should be able to explain every part of whatever you are turning in. Cheating, plagiarism and any other form of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. Please refer to the STEM Academy Student Handbook for more details on academic honesty.

Behavior Disruptive behaviors, including excessive talking, arriving late to class, sleeping, reading and using unauthorized electronic devices during class is not permitted. Such behavior will result in a lowered Class Participation grade for the day. Students who have repeated behavior issues will be referred to Ms. Reid, and their parents may be notified.

Respect Classroom discussion should be civilized and respectful to everyone and relevant to the topic we are discussing. Everyone is entitled to their opinion. Classroom discussion is meant to allow us to hear a variety of viewpoints. This can only happen if we respect each other and our differences. This is a safe classroom, which means no harassment of any kind will be tolerated. If you feel that your rights are violated at any time please let Ms. Geraghty know so she can take appropriate action. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------







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