Foundations in Engineering



Foundations in Engineering WVEIS Code 2436

This one credit course will introduce students to the basic principles of materials, mechanisms, structures, electricity, electronic control, fluidics, computer control and graphic communication and how they can be integrated and used to solve a variety of complex technical challenges. Students work in engineering teams to develop work process skills, such as researching, writing, organizing, modeling, calculating, and communicating with others.

Standard 1: Technological Problem Solving (2436.S.1)

Students will understand the basic steps in the technological problem solving process to develop solutions to a variety of problems.

Technological Problem Solving Objectives

Students will:

2436.1.1 Identify and describe the four basic steps in the problem solving process.

2436.1.2 Explain at least four factors that influence the design process.

Standard 2: Factors Affecting Design (2436.S.2)

Students will consider the various factors that affect design when creating solutions to problems, and gather anthropometric data and apply it to the design of products.

Factors Affecting Design Objectives

Students will:

2436.2.1 Apply the concept of ergonomics, or human factors engineering, to the design of solutions to problems.

2436.2.2 Specify the functional criteria of a variety of consumer products.

2436.2.3 Effectively apply the elements and principles of design to create aesthetic solutions to problems.

Standard 3: Generating Ideas (2436.S.3)

Students will understand how to generate ideas to solve technological problems using a variety of methods.

Generating Ideas Objectives

Students will:

2436.3.1 Use a variety of divergent and convergent methods (mind mapping, brainstorming, and consensus) to generate ideas, organize thoughts, and represent relationships between concepts.

2436.3.2 Generate ideas and design solutions to solve problems through sketches, drawings and notes.

Standard 4: Conducting Research (2436.S.4)

Students will use a variety of information gathering techniques to conduct research and gather data.

Conducting Research Objectives

Students will:

2436.4.1 Discuss the purpose and importance of research in the design process.

2436.4.2 Apply vocabulary and reading comprehension skills used in engineering.

2436.4.3 Effectively use a variety of information gathering techniques to compile research information for designs from books, periodicals, and the Internet.

2436.4.4 Properly document information gained from any resource.

2436.4.5 Develop and use a questionnaire or interview guide designed to gain specific information from people, then use software to design a chart or graph to display the data gathered.

2436.4.6 Conduct destructive and nondestructive tests on a variety of materials to determine their characteristics, collect data and produce a computer graph to display information about a material’s properties.

2436.4.7 Determine which specific materials are most appropriate for a given product, and justify your answer.

Standard 5: Documenting Design Work (2436.S.5)

Students will describe the importance of documenting design work and use a variety of methods to record design ideas.

Documenting Design Work Objectives

Students will:

2436.5.1 Describe various methods to document design work.

2436.5.2 Provide three good reasons for documenting design work.

2436.5.3 Create a design portfolio, using a variety of methods to document your design work.

2436.5.4 Use desktop publishing software to create a variety of titles, graphics and layout for your portfolio.

Standard 6: Recording Design Ideas (2436.S.6)

Students will communicate their design ideas using a variety of sketching and drafting methods.

Recording Design Ideas Objectives

Students will:

2436.6.1 Properly sketch and dimension a variety of drawings using orthographic projection and pictorial drawing techniques.

2436.6.2 Create technical sketches that depict various details of a product.

2436.6.3 Use computer assisted drafting to communicate graphic solutions to a variety of problems.

Standard 7: Producing Materials (2436.S.7)

Students will integrate a variety of materials and resources to produce models that solve design problems.

Producing Materials Objectives

Students will:

2436.7.1 Define and describe the difference between appearance models, working models, prototypes, and computer models.

2436.7.2 Plan and select appropriate materials needed for producing solutions to a variety of problems.

2436.7.3 Identify a variety of tools, equipment and methods used to produce them.

2436.7.4 Describe general safety rules and demonstrate safe use of any tool or piece of equipment that may be used in the engineering/technical laboratory.

2436.7.5 Perform various forming, separating, and combining processes when creating models for design solutions.

2436.7.6 Describe the internal and external forces that are exerted on a structure, and explain why they need to be considered in the design of an object.

2436.7.7 Compare and contrast various structural elements and apply them to the solution of design problems.

Standard 8: Controlling Models (2436.S.8)

Students will understand and integrate a variety of methods used in controlling the movement and operation of solutions to design problems.

Controlling Models Objectives

Students will:

2436.8.1 Demonstrate how various mechanisms, including gear trains, pulleys, cams, cranks, links and levers affect movement.

2436.8.2 Describe and apply the concept of mechanical advantage and efficiency.

2436.8.3 Explain the relationship between current, voltage, and resistance, and use appropriate meters to measure each.

2436.8.4 Describe the operation of and properly use a variety of switches, diodes, variable resistors, and fuses to create circuits to solve design problems.

2436.8.5 Correctly draw a diagram of a circuit and build the circuit from the diagram.

2436.8.6 Describe the purpose of and use various sensing devices (switches, temperature and light sensors) and actuator devices (buzzers, lamps) and use them in control circuits.

2436.8.7 Apply common digital processing blocks used in electronic circuits such as AND and OR gates in the solution of problem.

2436.8.8 Explain the concept of valves and cylinders used to control fluids, and use them to control design solutions.

2436.8.9 Explain the concept of controlling the speed of cylinders and use a variety of controlling arrangements such as reservoirs, restrictors, and/or valves.

2436.8.10 Describe the locus of moving points in mechanisms and explain how cylinders are mounted to provide appropriate angular travel.

2436.8.11 Demonstrate the ability to integrate the various technologies and use them to build models of working solutions.

Standard 9: Testing and Analyzing (2436.S.9)

Students will understand the importance of testing and analyzing a design solution and use the information for improvement.

Testing and Analyzing Objectives

Students will:

2436.9.1 Choose and conduct the appropriate tests to gather data on the efficiency of solutions to problems.

2436.9.2 Interpret the information gained by calculating the efficiency of a given design.

2436.9.3 Analyze test results and use them to suggest redesign strategies.

Standard 10: Presenting Information (2436.S.10)

Students will demonstrate a variety of methods to present information.

Presenting Information Objectives

Students will:

2436.10.1 Write objective reports reflecting appropriate technical style, and use word processing software to generate the report.

2436.10.2 Prepare and deliver a 3-5 minute speech on a given topic.

2436.10.3 Design and create an effective physical display by hand and using desktop publishing software to explain the solution to a specific design problem.

2436.10.4 Prepare and deliver a 3-5 minute multimedia presentation on a given topic.

Standard 11: Leadership (2436.S.11)

Students will develop personal responsibility and leadership skills through participation in engineering team activities.

Leadership Objectives

2436.11.1 Share responsibility of the problem solving process in a group.

2436.11.2 Demonstrate the value of working independently and cooperatively in activities.

Standard 12: Careers (2436.S.12)

Students will explore a variety of careers that are involved in the engineering field, and the skills, qualifications and requirements necessary to work in this field.

Career Objectives

Students will:

2436.12.1 Define at least five types of engineers, and give examples of how they use the design process in their specific jobs.

2436.12.2 Discuss a variety of businesses and industries that use design engineers, and what type of work each does.

2436.12.3 Examine the skills and training necessary to be successful in an engineering career.

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