Lucy Garrett Beckham High
Grade 9PLTW Introduction to Engineering Design Honors Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12Lucy Garrett Beckham High – PLTW Introduction to Engineering Design Honors Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12
Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester
Introduction to Engineering Design is an introductory course that develops student problem solving skills with emphasis placed on the development of three-dimensional computer models. Students will learn a problem-solving design process and how it is used to make products. Computer-aided design (CAD) software will be used to create, analyze, and evaluate the majority of projects in the class, but some hands-on projects will include a bean-bag launcher, automata toys, and balsa wood bridges.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Algebra $^ { 1 , }$ Intermediate Algebra, or Geometry with a grade of 80 or above
Grades: Grade 9, 10, 11,
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