Project Lead the Way - Introduction to Engineering and Design 989-729-5520

Mr. Krueger & Mr. Baker (Intern) krueger@owosso.k12.mi.us

baker@owosso.k12.mi.us

Overview:
Introduction to Engineering Design is constructed for first year engineering students; the
major focus of IED is the design process and its application. Through hands-on projects,
students apply engineering standards and document their work. Students use industry
standard 3D modeling software to help them design solutions to solve proposed problems,
document their work using an engineers notebook, and communicate solutions to peers and
members of the professional community.
This course is designed to challenge the way students think about simple objects and
tasks around them by teaching an analytical and creative approach to problem solve, redesign,
or to create their own designs. Students will be required to complete daily assignments,
design challenges, complete presentations, and computer assignments through Canvas LMS,
Microsoft Programs, and Autodesk Inventor. For more information please visit www.pltw.org.
Students are expected to have successfully passed Algebra I prior to this course and
after successfully completing this course will move onto PLTWs Principles of Engineering
course. All PLTW Engineering students are required to take a standardized End of Course
exam in May 2015 at no cost. Students successfully completing the EOC exam have the
opportunity to earn college credit at select Engineering and business colleges/universities
throughout the country.

IB Learner Profile:
All courses at Owosso High School embrace and utilize the International Baccalaureate
(IB) teaching philosophy. The PLTW Engineering courses will focus on developing and
incorporating all facets of the learner profile with an emphasis on inquirers, communicators,
and risk takers.

IB Learner Profile
Inquirers: They develop their natural curiosity. They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research
and show independence in learning. They actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained
throughout their lives.
Knowledgeable: They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing,
they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of
disciplines.
Thinkers: They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach
complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions.
Communicators: They understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than
one language and in a variety of modes of communication. They work effectively and willingly in
collaboration with others.
Principled: They act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity
of the individual, groups and communities. They take responsibility for their own actions and the
consequences that accompany them.
Open-minded: They understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the
perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. They are accustomed to seeking
and evaluating a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience.
Risk-takers: They approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and have the
independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. They are brave and articulate in
defending their beliefs.
Reflective: They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience. They are able to assess and
understand their strengths and limitations in order to support their learning and personal development.

Objectives:
1. Teach students to problem solve in a logical format
2. Introduction to the Design Process
3. Introduction to basic sketching, labeling, and dimensioning of diagrams
4. Introduction to computer aided design program Autodesk Inventor
5. Introduction to measurement methods and techniques

Course Content:
1. Design Process
2. Technical Sketching and Drawing
3. Measurement and Statistics
4. Modeling Skills
5. Geometry of Design
6. Reverse Engineering
7. Documentation
8. Advanced Computer Modeling
9. Design Team


Course Materials:
Students are expected to bring their required materials to class everyday! Students who fail to
bring their required materials will be considered tardy and subject to disciplinary action.
Required Materials Suggested Materials
1. Engineers Notebook (provided)
2. Writing Utensil Pencil or Blue/Black
Ink
3. Headphones
4. USB Storage device
5. Open/Creative mind

1. Notecards
2. Colored Pencils
3. Calculator
4. Metric Ruler
5. Hi-Lighters (various colors)
6. Headphones
7. USB Storage device
*If anyone is unable to obtain these required materials, please speak to me and they will be taken care of.
Learning Management System (LMS-Canvas):
All engineering courses with utilize the online Learning Management System (LMS) to
dissemination course materials and to submit most assignments. Each student will have a
laptop to use in class, but it is highly recommended the each student have a working computer
with internet to access outside of school at least twice a week or more.

Course Expectations:
This classroom follows 5 basic expectations:
Be on Time! Be Prepared! Be Responsible! Be Considerate! Be Positive!
Attendance
Students are expected to be in class everyday. Current educational studies have
proven that a students attendance has a direct effect on that students classroom
performance and classroom behavior.
If a student is absent then it is the responsibility of the student to find out what they
have missed and complete assignments in a timely manner according to the OHS
student handbook.
- If a student misses a test, quest, or quiz they have 5 school days to make it up
before school, after school, or at lunch.

Tardy
Students are expected to be in their assigned seats when the bell starts. Gathering of
materials, sharpening of pencils, etc. is expected to be done during passing time.
This course will follow the tardy/discipline policy set forth by the Student Handbook!
Homework/Grading Policy
Students are expected to complete all assignments on their own and on time!
All assignments subject to the following policy unless otherwise noted:
1 Day Late Loses 20% of total points
2 Days Late Loses 50% of total points
3 Days Late Automatic Zero!
NO NAME ON ANY ASSIGNMENT = NO GRADE!
Engineering Notebooks Students will be expected to maintain a log or journal
of their experiences and designs in this course. Daily assignments and designs
will be clearly assigned and graded.
Grading Procedure Students caught cheating, copying, etc. will lose credit for
the assignment along with possible disciplinary action in accordance to the OHS
Student Handbook.
1. Class grades will be based on a formula of
25% Test/Quizzes, 40% Projects/Presentations, 25% Engineers
Notebook, and 10% Homework
2. Grading Scale
100% - 90% A
89% - 80% B
79% - 70% C
69% - 60% D
59% or less F
Discipline Policy
Students are expected to abide by all rules/guidelines in accordance with the OHS
Student Handbook. Students who violate any rule will be immediately sent to the office, a
referral will be written, and a phone call will be made home to the parent/guardian.
Students are at OHS to earn an education, not for a social gathering!

I hope this year will be as exciting and productive for the students as I have planned. If
at any time you have a question or concern about lessons, homework, or quizzes/tests; please
feel free to email me at Krueger@owosso.k12.mi.us or call me at 989-729-5520. I will try to
respond to within 24 hours.
Good Luck this year!


Mr. Krueger







Project Lead the Way
WHEN STUDENTS UNDERSTAND HOW EDUCATI ON I S RELEVANT TO THEI R LI VES AND
FUTURE CAREERS, THEY GET EXCI TED. I NVOKI NG EXCI TEMENT I S WHAT PLTW DOES
ON A REGULAR BASI S AND THE REASON OUR STUDENTS ARE SUCCESSFUL.
Project Lead The Way offers a different approach to learning and teaching. Through activity-,
project-, and problem-based curriculum, PLTW gives students in kindergarten through high
school a chance to apply what they know, identify problems, find unique solutions, and lead
their own learning. For teachers, our engaging, rigorous professional development model
provides tools to empower students and transform the classroom into a collaboration space
where content comes to life.
- PLTW.org

Owosso Public Schools and Project Lead the Way

Owosso High School started using the PLTW curriculum in 2012-13 school year. OHS
currently offers 3 different PLTW courses:
Introduction to Engineering Design (IED)
Principles of Engineering (POE)
Civil Engineering and Architecture (CEA

Students enrolled in PLTW courses can earn high school graduation credits in the following
core disciplines:
Introduction to Engineering Design (IED)
- General elective course
- 12
th
grade Math (only if taken in 12
th
grade)
Principles of Engineering (POE)
- General elective course
- 3
rd
year of Other Science (only given if already passed IED)
- 12
th
grade Math (only if taken in 12
th
grade)
Civil Engineering and Architecture (CEA)
- General elective course
- 3
rd
year of Other Science (only given if already passed IED or POE)
- 12
th
grade Math (only if taken in 12
th
grade)
- 12
th
grade English (only if already passed IED and POE)
College credit is available upon successful completion of a course and passing the
standardized national exam taken at the end of each school year.





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Mr. Kruegers and Mr. Bakers (Intern) Contact Information:
Phone 989-729-5520
Email Krueger@owosso.k12.mi.us (preferred for faster responses)
Baker@owosso.k12.mi.us