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Engineering and Robotics

Instructor: Ruth Anne Strickland

robo6 robo3This course consists of two two-Carnegie Unit classes. Engineering I teaches students the history of engineering and the careers associated with the field. The students will also learn the foundations and fundamentals of engineering and materials, as well as the engineering design process and the steps one follows for successful design planning. Additionally, students are introduced to the advanced concepts of 3-D sketching and modeling with CAD software. The course introduces students to the field of robotics in engineering. It also focuses on several fields of engineering specialization.

Engineering II is a comprehensice course that focuses on the following four systems: electrical, fluid, mechanical, and thermal. It also introduces students to flexible manufacturing systems, or how robotics and drafting work together to create products. Additionally, the course teaches students advanced robotic concepts. Students will also learn valuable workforce readiness skills and prepare for jobs in the field of engineering.

Engeering and rootics I and II

Engineering and Robotics IEngineering and Robotics II
Units:Units:
Orientation, Ethics, and SafetyThe Four Systems: Electrical Systems
Engineering Design Process, History, and CareersThe Four Systems: Fluid Systems
Industrial Engineering Focus The Four Systems: Mechanical Systems
Civil Engineering FocusThe Four Systems: Thermal Systems
Sketching and Modeling
Introduction to Robotics
Environmental Engineering Focus
Electrical Engineering Focus
Computer Engineering Focus

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