Mr. Hoggard's 2023-2024 Class Syllabus

Course Description: This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of engineering, focusing on problem-solving, critical thinking, teamwork, communication, and hands-on experience. Students will explore various engineering disciplines, engage in practical projects, and develop an understanding of engineering principles through hands-on activities and theoretical discussions.

Grading Breakdown:

• Weekly Shop Grade: 40%
• Project: 30%
• Quizzes: 30%

Course Objectives: By the end of the course, students should be able to:

• Understand and apply fundamental engineering concepts.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborate effectively in team projects, practicing teamwork and leadership.
• Communicate engineering ideas through oral, written, and visual means.
• Develop and demonstrate soft skills such as time management, adaptability, and creativity.
• Gain practical experience with engineering tools and techniques.

Semester Outline:

1^st Semester:  The focus of the first semester is to develop students critical thinking and problem-solving skills by working through the engineering design process (EDP). Projects for the first semester will include Minecraft 3D conceptual modeling, understanding energy through catapults, and aerospace engineering concepts with paper airplanes, parachutes, and water rockets.

2^nd Semester:  The focus of the second semester is to introduce students to various engineering tools and techniques, engineering careers, shop safety & OSHA standards, and engineering design presentations. Projects will include balsa wood bridges, Co2 powered dragsters, and more.

Assessment Methods:

• Weekly Shop Grade: Based on participation, engagement, adherence to safety guidelines during shop activities, and teamwork.
• Projects: Assessment of design, execution, creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills in the final projects.
• Quizzes: Regular quizzes to assess understanding of theoretical concepts and shop safety standards covered in class.

Resources:

Textbook: Engineering Fundamentals: Design, Principles, and Careers, 2nd Edition.  Authors: Ryan A.       Brown, Joshua W. Brown, and Michael Berkeihiser (Available online - NEISD Launchpad Application)

Supplies: Most supplies will be provided to the student.  Students will be asked to bring in recycled items for the water rocket project. and students may be required to bring in additional supplies and materials for as needed lesson extensions.

Materials: All students must supply their own paperback (non-spiral) engineering notebook and have it with them in class every day.  See attached link for example https://a.co/d/ijDvLqG