Arlington College and Career High School – Aerospace Engineering
Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester
This course receives weighted GPA. This Project Lead the Way (www.pltw.org) course applies principles of aeronautics, atmospheric and space flight. As students explore the physics of flight, they will design an airfoil, propulsion system, and rockets. Students also learn basic orbital mechanics using industry-standard software. They will explore robot systems as well through projects such as remotely operated vehicles. Students who score high enough on the PLTW end-of-course exam can receive college credit at PLTW-affiliated universities. The time limit for application for credit varies by university so students should apply immediately after passing the exam.
Grades: Grade 11, Grade 12
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