Technology and Engineering Courses
Electronics 1 and 2 (3rd year science option)
One trimester each. Prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to assemble and operate electrical/electronic equipment used in business, industry, and manufacturing. Instruction in Electronics 1 includes training in safety, electrical theory, parallel and series circuits, Kirchoff’s Laws, schematic diagrams, electrical components, and soldering. Electronics 2 goes on to include numbering systems, Boolean algebra, logic diagrams, digital devices, and combinational logic circuits. Many labs in this course go along with the book Exploring Arduino by Jeremy Blum. Extensive canvas curriculum by Matt Fuller of Bridgerland Technical College makes work from home or self-paced learning more possible.
Engineering Capstone (grades 11-12, offered every other year, take A&B together)
This is a 1 credit course to be taken as a whole in a student's junior or senior year. It is intended for students completing the high school engineering pathway. As members of an engineering team, students apply science, technology, and mathematical concepts and skills to solve engineering design problems or to significantly innovate existing products. Students research, develop, test, and analyze designs using criteria such as cost, effectiveness, safety, human factors, and ethics. Long term project development by student teams as well as regular interaction with and presentations to members of industry are essential components to the success of this course. This is much more a team-driven project rather than a class in the traditional sense. See also my USU thesis/journal article.
Engineering Principles 1 and 2 (3rd year science option)
These can be taken one trimester at a time. In Engineering Principles, students tie observations and concepts common to a variety of different engineering disciplines in order to develop a better understanding of basic math and science principles used in engineering. By utilizing problem-solving skills in a laboratory environment, students will develop skills and attitudes that impact and expand occupational opportunities in engineering.
Geographic Information Systems, Intro (GIS 1)
This is a one-trimester course. Working with maps and data in a career context. Learning practical skills with professional GIS software to solve real-world problems.
GIS Remote Sensing (GIS 2)
This is a one-trimester course. Introduces remote sensing of the environment through digital image processing. The goal is to develop an understanding of inventorying, mapping, and monitoring earth resources through the measurement, analysis, and interpretation of data on features of interest. Pre-requisite: Geographic Information Systems, Intro
Aerial Systems (USU AV 1900)
This course covers the history of Unmanned Aerial Systems, focusing on the recent developments of the small UAS and the future of this emerging technology in commercial applications. Topics include flight/ground safety, regulations, preparation for FAA certification, and flight lab. Pre-requisite: Eligible for USU concurrent enrollment. Talk to your counselor.
Manufacturing Principles 1
One trimester. This is a "hands on” course related to engineering. The course will address the history and principles of industry, product development, operational structure, and quality management. Emphasis is placed on the interaction of processes selection, strength optimization, cost, and overall quality.
Robotics 1 and 2 (3rd year science option)
These can be taken one trimester at a time. Lab-based, hands-on curriculum combining electrical, mechanical and engineering principles. Students will learn to design, build, program, and control robotic devices. A rigorous study and application of electrical concepts will include: sources of energy, electrical safety, use and identification of basic electronic components, sensors and actuators. Engineering concepts will include: mechanical design, prototype development, design testing, programming, and proper engineer documentation. We have been using the Vex V5 platform in these classes.
One trimester each. Prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to assemble and operate electrical/electronic equipment used in business, industry, and manufacturing. Instruction in Electronics 1 includes training in safety, electrical theory, parallel and series circuits, Kirchoff’s Laws, schematic diagrams, electrical components, and soldering. Electronics 2 goes on to include numbering systems, Boolean algebra, logic diagrams, digital devices, and combinational logic circuits. Many labs in this course go along with the book Exploring Arduino by Jeremy Blum. Extensive canvas curriculum by Matt Fuller of Bridgerland Technical College makes work from home or self-paced learning more possible.
Engineering Capstone (grades 11-12, offered every other year, take A&B together)
This is a 1 credit course to be taken as a whole in a student's junior or senior year. It is intended for students completing the high school engineering pathway. As members of an engineering team, students apply science, technology, and mathematical concepts and skills to solve engineering design problems or to significantly innovate existing products. Students research, develop, test, and analyze designs using criteria such as cost, effectiveness, safety, human factors, and ethics. Long term project development by student teams as well as regular interaction with and presentations to members of industry are essential components to the success of this course. This is much more a team-driven project rather than a class in the traditional sense. See also my USU thesis/journal article.
Engineering Principles 1 and 2 (3rd year science option)
These can be taken one trimester at a time. In Engineering Principles, students tie observations and concepts common to a variety of different engineering disciplines in order to develop a better understanding of basic math and science principles used in engineering. By utilizing problem-solving skills in a laboratory environment, students will develop skills and attitudes that impact and expand occupational opportunities in engineering.
Geographic Information Systems, Intro (GIS 1)
This is a one-trimester course. Working with maps and data in a career context. Learning practical skills with professional GIS software to solve real-world problems.
GIS Remote Sensing (GIS 2)
This is a one-trimester course. Introduces remote sensing of the environment through digital image processing. The goal is to develop an understanding of inventorying, mapping, and monitoring earth resources through the measurement, analysis, and interpretation of data on features of interest. Pre-requisite: Geographic Information Systems, Intro
Aerial Systems (USU AV 1900)
This course covers the history of Unmanned Aerial Systems, focusing on the recent developments of the small UAS and the future of this emerging technology in commercial applications. Topics include flight/ground safety, regulations, preparation for FAA certification, and flight lab. Pre-requisite: Eligible for USU concurrent enrollment. Talk to your counselor.
Manufacturing Principles 1
One trimester. This is a "hands on” course related to engineering. The course will address the history and principles of industry, product development, operational structure, and quality management. Emphasis is placed on the interaction of processes selection, strength optimization, cost, and overall quality.
Robotics 1 and 2 (3rd year science option)
These can be taken one trimester at a time. Lab-based, hands-on curriculum combining electrical, mechanical and engineering principles. Students will learn to design, build, program, and control robotic devices. A rigorous study and application of electrical concepts will include: sources of energy, electrical safety, use and identification of basic electronic components, sensors and actuators. Engineering concepts will include: mechanical design, prototype development, design testing, programming, and proper engineer documentation. We have been using the Vex V5 platform in these classes.