Alger B. Wilkins High School – Pltw Introduction to Engineering Design Honors

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

In this foundation Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Pathway to Engineering (PTE) course, students are exposed to the design process, research and analysis, teamwork, communication methods, global and human impacts, engineering standards, and technical documentation. Students use 3D solid modeling design software to help them design solutions to solve proposed problems and learn how to document their work and communicate solutions to peers and members of the professional community. Art, English language arts, mathematics and science are reinforced. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course include mentorship, school-based enterprise, service learning, and job shadowing. Apprenticeship and cooperative education are not available for this course. Technology Student Association (TSA) competitive events, FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC), community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. This course is eligible for Advanced Placement weighting.