Engineering - Civil Engineering & Architecture
Engineering - Civil Engineering & Architecture Overview
Introduction to Engineering Design teaches students the basics of how engineers solve problems. Students learn to sketch ideas, use 3D design software, and complete hands-on projects both alone and in teams. They practice important skills like planning, documenting their work in an engineering notebook, communicating clearly, and understanding the importance of ethics in engineering.
Principles of Engineering builds on these skills by letting students explore different branches of engineering, such as civil, mechanical, and materials engineering. Students take part in activities like researching, designing, building, and managing projects to get a feel for real engineering careers. Civil Engineering and Architecture introduces students to how buildings and communities are planned and designed. Using computer programs, students create and test building designs while learning about transportation, water systems, the environment, cost estimates, and the rules that affect construction projects.
Next Level Programs of Study Course #4802
Introduction to Engineering Design is a fundamental pre-engineering course where students become familiar with the engineering design process. Students work both individually and in teams to design solutions to a variety of problems using industry standard sketches and current 3D design and modeling software to represent and communicate solutions. Students apply their knowledge through hands-on projects and document their work with the use of an engineering notebook. Students begin with completing structured activities and move to solving open-ended projects and problems that require them to develop planning, documentation, communication, and other professional skills. Ethical issues related to professional practice and product development are also presented. NOTE: This course aligns with the PLTW Introduction to Engineering Design curriculum. Use of the PLTW curriculum may require additional training and membership in the PLTW network.
Next Level Programs of Study Course #5644
Principles of Engineering is a course that focuses on the process of applying engineering, technological, scientific and mathematical principles in the design, production, and operation of products, structures, and systems. This is a hands-on course designed to provide students interested in engineering careers to explore experiences related to specialized fields such as civil, mechanical, and materials engineering. Students will engage in research, development, planning, design, production, and project management to simulate a career in engineering. 2025-2026 Next Level Programs of Study Review Document Page | 75 June 2025 The topics of ethics and the impacts of engineering decisions are also addressed. Classroom activities are organized to allow students to work in teams and use modern technological processes, computers, CAD software, and production systems in developing and presenting solutions to engineering problems. Schools may use the PLTW curriculum to meet the standards for this course.
Next Level Programs of Study Course #5650
Civil Engineering and Architecture introduces students to the fundamental design and development aspects of civil engineering and architectural planning activities. Application and design principles will be used in conjunction with mathematical and scientific knowledge. Computer software programs should allow students opportunities to design, simulate, and evaluate the construction of buildings and communities. During the planning and design phases, instructional emphasis should be placed on related transportation, water resource, and environmental issues. Activities should include the preparation of cost estimates as well as a review of regulatory procedures that would affect the project design.
Criminal Justice students are eligible for the following free dual credits with Vincennes University:
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Course |
Course Title |
Credits |
| DESN101 | Introduction to Design Technology | 3 |
| DESN105 | Architectural Design I | 3 |
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