West Clay Elementary School – Work-Based Learning Capstone

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

Prerequisites: Complete one advanced CTE course Open to:  12 Credit:  1 FW-6FW \*\*\*Students must provide their own transportation for field experiences This course is designed for students who have completed at least one advanced CTE course but have not completed all requirements to participate in a course-specific Capstone.  Work Based Learning means sustained interactions with industry or community professionals in a real workplace setting.  Students will receive instruction related to employability skills.  Students will spend the majority of their time off campus and need their own transportation. [Back to Table of Contents](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XZxIPXvsilMFt6dbKgL1A70x5aGlV_LJDCNZhimbD2Q/export?format=html#id.gjdgxs) # Engineering & Technology * * * PROJECT LEAD THE WAY, ENGINEERING COURSES Project Lead the Way (PLTW) is a nationally recognized engineering curriculum that builds partnerships among high school, college, university, business and industry to provide students with real-world knowledge necessary to pursue a 2 or 4-year degree related to engineering or technology.  The hands-on, problem-based approach adds rigor to the traditional technical programs with cross-curricular connections to our core academics at CHS.  Many colleges and universities across the country accept PLTW classes for college credit.  At Carmel High School, all PLTW classes are fully weighted and help satisfy a Technical Honors diploma.  In addition, Aerospace Engineering will earn a science credit for all diplomas. TECHNOLOGY COURSES    (CONSTRUCTION, AUTOMOTIVE, MANUFACTURING) Our technology courses utilize project-based learning in an engaging and interactive format.  Courses with a hands-on focus allow learners the opportunity to work with actual tools and equipment that match those used in industry.  Whether the student plans to immediately seek employment in the trades after high school or begin a two or four-year degree in related coursework, technology courses offer knowledge and skills students will benefit from throughout life.  ENGINEERING