Suggested Objective a: Identify school rules, policy and procedures

There are many rules and procedures that are to be followed in the Engineering lab. We will discuss school handbook, specific classroom lab procedures for this course, and some safety procedures that are school wide. School wide safety procedures include fire and tornado drills. Feel free to make notes as we discuss each item.

ENGINEERING LAB RULES:

1.	Follow all directions given and bring necessary supplies to class.
2.	Bringing food (gum and candy), drinks, or computer disks into the lab is not allowed.
3.	Do not "roll" around the classroom or "spin" in their chairs. Adjust your chair only once during the class period. Do not lean back in the chairs.
4.	No personal grooming is allowed in the computer lab.
5.	Talking or keyboarding while the instructor is talking is not allowed. Raise hand for permission to speak.
6.	Cheating of any type will not be tolerated and will result with a "0" grade.
7.	Keep the floor area around your work station clear. Notebooks and purses must be kept in assigned area.
8.	Do not engage in "practical jokes" in the classroom.
9.	Take proper care of the equipment assigned to you.
10.	Check your station upon arrival and report any equipment malfunction or irregularity to the instructor immediately.
11.	Work only on assigned tasks unless otherwise approved by instructor.

Suggested Objective b: Identify and establish classroom guidelines and procedures

History of OSHA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBrXfwDgz0w

Safety Rules

Attached below are some general safety rules that all students are expected to abide in the classroom. Click on the link below to open and view the safety rules. We will discuss them shortly.

General Safety Rules.docx

Personal Protective Equipment

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQcexRngBQc

Suggested Objective c: Review course standards and affiliated national standards

Pathway Description

Engineering is a program in pre-engineering and robotics for high school students. The purpose of the program is to provide students with expanded knowledge of the use of technological skills and to enable them to solve problems by applying knowledge in a technological context. The program is designed to provide students with hands-on experiences related to the application of engineering concepts in the workplace. Students will develop academic and technical skills, 21st century skills, and human relations competencies that accompany technical skills for job success and lifelong learning. Students who complete the program will be better prepared to enter and succeed in engineering programs offered by Mississippi community and junior colleges and institutions of higher education.

Student Prerequisites

In order for students to experience success in the Engineering program, the following prerequisites are suggested:

1. C or Higher in Pre-Algebra

or

2. TABE Math Computation and TABE Math Applied Score (eighth grade or higher)

or

3. Instructor Approval

Introduction

Engineers apply principles of science, mathematics, and technology to develop economical solutions for society. Whether it is working on scientific discoveries or commercial applications, engineering employees are expected to pursue continuing education as technology evolves. Engineering professionals are typically required to obtain a bachelor’s degree. Licensing requirements for engineers usually include a professional degree and at least 3–4 years of practical work experience. The 2010-2020 occupational employment projections and wage estimates for Mississippi were used to determine where large employment needs would be in the population over a 10-year period. The research also includes information from industry publications, the Mississippi Department of Education, institutions of higher learning, and community and junior colleges regarding articulation agreements and degree requirements. The pathways were affirmed through existing Mississippi curriculum blueprints and the expectations provided in the industry interviews.

The engineering course has many course state and national standards to meet. Look at the information with the respective websites for the standards provided below.

International Technology and Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA) Standards
The International Technology and Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA) is the professional organization for technology, innovation, design, and engineering educators. The standards referenced in this curriculum are reprinted with permission from the International Technology Education Association, Copyright © 2007, http://www.iteaconnect.org/.

Common Core State Standards Initiative

The Common Core State Standards provide a consistent, clear understanding of what students are expected to learn, so teachers and parents know what they need to do to help them. The standards are designed to be robust and relevant to the real world, reflecting the knowledge and skills that our young people need for success in college and careers. With American students fully prepared for the future, our communities will be best positioned to compete successfully in the global economy. Copyright 2010. National Governors Association Center for Best Practices and Council of Chief State School Officers. All rights reserved. States and territories of the United States as well as the District of Columbia that have adopted the Common Core State Standards in whole are exempt from this provision and no attribution to the National Governors Association Center for Best Practices and Council of Chief State School Officers is required. Reprinted from http://www.corestandards.org/.

Mississippi 2010 Science Framework—Physics
Physics provides opportunities for students to develop and communicate an understanding of matter and energy through lab-based activities, mathematical expressions, and concept exploration. Concepts covered in this course include kinematics, dynamics, energy, mechanical and electromagnetic waves, and electricity. Laboratory activities, research, the use of technology, and the effective communication of results through various methods are integral components of this course. The Engineering Curriculum Framework is aligned to the physics content in the Mississippi 2010 Science Framework and has been approved by a panel of professional science educators to satisfy academic-equivalent physics credit. The Office of Accreditation has approved the recommendation effective the 2012-2013 school year.

National Educational Technology Standards for Students

Reprinted with permission from National Educational Technology Standards for Students: Connecting Curriculum and Technology, Copyright 2007, International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), 800.336.5191 (U.S. and Canada) or 541.302.3777 (International), iste@iste.org, www.iste.org. All rights reserved. Permission does not constitute an endorsement by ISTE.

21st Century Skills and Information and Communication Technologies Literacy Standards

In defining 21st-century learning, the Partnership for 21st Century Skills has embraced five content and skill areas that represent the essential knowledge for the 21st century: global awareness; civic engagement; financial, economic, and business literacy; learning skills that encompass problem-solving, critical-thinking, and self-directional skills; and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) literacy.