A Different Atmosphere...A Different Attitude

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1 at Pueblo County High School A Different Atmosphere......A Different Attitude Challenging. Motivating. Different. Engaging. Rewarding

2 The offers students an array of advantages, from career readiness and hands-on experience to college preparatory level classes, labs, and creative exercises. Students attending the (SEBS) are set up to succeed in the classroom and in life. The school, formerly known as the Pueblo Technical Academy, is now housed at Pueblo County High School. This arrangement will allow the students of the a greater range of high school experiences and elective course choices while maintaining the educational philosophy, rigorous curriculum, and small school feel of the former Tech Academy. The school s philosophy is still based upon innovation, application, college preparation, and, ultimately, rewarding careers for its students in the society of tomorrow. The school has expanded its offerings and now offers career pathways in both Engineering and the Biomedical Sciences. Whether a student chooses the Engineering or Biomedical pathway, the scope and sequence of courses provides the student with a solid preparation for college and a foundation for lifelong learning and success. These pathways include specialized classes as well as courses within the more traditional high school disciplines. Pathway courses are from Project Lead the Way (PLTW) which is a nationally recognized curriculum designed by educators and engineers. PLTW courses can be taken for college credits that apply to many colleges around the country as engineering credits. More traditional courses, like Language Arts and Social Studies are integrated within the career pathway programs in a way that breaks down artificial barriers between disciplines and demonstrates the real world connections between them. Below is a list of the specialized courses for the career pathways of Engineering or Biomedical Science. These courses, coupled with the hands-on, project based integration of traditional courses, has earned the school numerous excellent ratings from the Colorado Department of Education as well as recognition as one of Americans Top 100 High Schools, and among the top 5%, by the US News and World Report. 1

3 Class Offerings by Career Pathway Biomedical Strand o NOTE: This is the first year of implementation of the biomedical strand. Additional classes will be added in subsequent years. Principles of the Biomedical Sciences - (310285) *** Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 o Student work involves the study of human medicine, research processes, and an introduction to bioinformatics. Students investigate the human body systems and various health conditions including heart disease, diabetes, sickle-cell disease, hypercholesterolemia, and infectious diseases. A theme through the course is to determine the factors that led to the death of a fictional person. After determining the factors responsible for the death, the students investigate lifestyle choices and medical treatments that might have prolonged the person s life. Key biological concepts, including: homeostasis, metabolism, inheritance of traits, feedback systems, and defense against disease are embedded in the curriculum. Engineering principles, including: the design process, feedback loops, and the relationship of structure to function are incorporated in the curriculum where appropriate. The course is designed to provide an overview of all the courses in the Biomedical Sciences program and to lay the scientific foundation necessary for student success in the subsequent courses. Class Offerings by Career Pathway Engineering Strand Introduction to Engineering Design (310295) *** Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 o Students use a problem-solving model to improve existing products and invent new ones. They learn how to apply this model to solve problems in and out of the classroom. Using sophisticated three-dimensional modeling software, students communicate the details of the products. Emphasis is placed on analyzing potential solutions and communicating ideas to others. Using 3D computer modeling software, students learn the design process and solve design problems for which they develop, analyze, and create product models. 2

4 Principles of Engineering (310297) Prerequisite - Introduction to Engineering Design; Co requisite - CADD 2 Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 o Students explore technology systems and engineering processes to find out how math, science, and technology help people. This introductory course explores the wide variety of careers in engineering and technology and covers various technology systems and manufacturing processes. Using activities, projects, and problems, students learn firsthand how engineers and technicians use math, science, and technology in an engineering problem-solving process to benefit people. The course also addresses concerns about social and political consequences of technological Civil Engineering and Architecture - (310293) Prerequisite - Introduction to Engineering Design, CADD 2 Grade Level: 11, 12 o This overview of the fields of civil engineering and architecture emphasizes the inter-relationship and mutual dependence of both fields. Students use state-of-theart software to solve real world problems and apply knowledge to hands-on projects and activities. By developing and implementing plans for a playground/park or vacation home for example, students experience firsthand the job responsibilities of architects and civil engineers. By the end of the course, students are able to give a complete presentation to the client including threedimensional renderings of buildings and improvements, zoning and ordnance constraints, infrastructure requirements, and other essential project plans. Teams of students collaborate on the development of community-based building projects and conceptual design for project presentations. Digital Electronics (310299) *** Grade Level: 10, 11, 12 o This course in applied logic encompasses the application of electronic circuits and devices. Students use computer simulation software to design and test digital circuitry prior to the actual construction of circuits and devices. Students use computer simulation to learn about the logic of electronics as they design, test, and actually construct circuits and devices. 3

5 Curricular Class Offerings English English 1 (301020) Grade Level: 9 o Incoming freshmen will study and learn appropriate literary terminology for a variety of literary genres including drama, poetry, short stories, essays, and novels. They will write expository, descriptive, persuasive, and narrative paragraphs and /or essays. Various types of oral communications, familiarity with word processors, library resources, research skills, and creative writing are studied in this course, as well as standard rules of grammar and vocabulary, which will facilitate reading and writing at the ninth grade level. o English 2 (301040) Prerequisite English 1 Grade Level: 10 o This course is for students who have demonstrated mastery or proficiency in English 1. Students will demonstrate the ability to comprehend and write about literary genres such as journals, speeches, essays, folk tales, myths, poems, novels, and plays. Students will review standard formal grammar as necessary in order to write expository, persuasive, narrative, and descriptive essays. Vocabulary study will aid students in reading and writing at the tenth grade level. Oral presentations and research projects will expand the students language arts skills and enable students to explore and use available technology in order to create effective presentations. English 3 (301060) Prerequisite English 2 Grade Level: 11 o This course is for students who have demonstrated mastery or proficiency in English 2. Outcomes include recognizing the characteristics of literary time periods through the study of American Literature. Students will demonstrate mastery of various composition forms including the formal research paper. Emphasis in composition will be on accuracy of standard formal grammar usage, vocabulary usage, and standard documentation methods. Reading comprehension skills, vocabulary practice, and critical thinking skills such as analogies will be geared toward preparation for college entrance exams. Proficiency in all 4

6 outcomes of this course will ensure that the student is ready to advance to collegelevel course work. English 4 (301080) Prerequisite English 3 Grade Level: 12 o This course is for students who have demonstrated proficiency in English 3. The course is designed to help student s master skills in English, and expose students to an in-depth study of literature. Composition skills will include resume writing, preparing scholarship applications, various types of essays, research papers, creative writing, responding to literature, and cross-curriculum writing projects. Oral presentations will also be included in the outcomes of this course with technology being incorporated in order to create professional presentations. Curricular Class Offerings Science Physical Science (303000) Co requisite Introduction to Engineering Design Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 o This course lays the foundation of science that will be built upon in later studies of discipline such as physics, biology, and environmental science. Course content includes topics from physics, chemistry, earth science, and astronomy such as the scientific method, the role of mathematics in science, matter, mixtures, compounds, properties of water, the hydrosphere, global weather and climate, plate tectonics, and earth history. The course is taught using traditional methods coupled with Internet research, online interactive learning activities, and hands-on application of principles through traditional labs and the creation of computer methods. Science Technology Lab (303260) *** Grade Level 9, 10, 11, 12 o This modular science course incorporates material from biology, chemistry, and physics into a pre-engineering college preparatory program. The curriculum will be taught in a technology laboratory setting and will emphasize application as 5

7 well as theory. Areas such as aerodynamics, biotechnology, electronics, computer numerical control and fluid power will be explored in depth. Curricular Class Offerings Social Studies American Government (304040) Semester Grade Level: 11, 12 o Students are introduced to the study of the governmental processes in the United States and how comparative governments around the world function. Topics such as the Constitution of the United States, the function and relationship of the three branches of government and the citizen s role in local, state, and national government will be discussed. Integrated writing and technology projects will be incorporated into the curriculum. Economics (304240) Semester Grade Level: 11, 12 o This course is designed to explore economic theories such as the law of supply and demand, scarcity, and economic incentives. Students will investigate different types of economic systems found throughout the world with an emphasis on the United States system. Additionally, students will be introduced to the aspects of international trade, government policies and how they affect an economy, money exchange and banking, and societal impact on and from an economic system. Practical uses of economics and technology will be incorporated into the curriculum. US History (304020) Grade Level: 9 o This course is the culminating study of United States History for District 70 students and is a requirement for graduation. This course covers the following themes: cause and effect relationships, movement, technological advances, human interaction, and global influence using maps, media center resources and current events. 6

8 World History / Geography (304010) Grade Level: 10 o Students will study World History and Geography with an emphasis of study on the historical perspective of the development of the world from the beginning of society. Students will acquire information relating to the development of the seven continents and the countries on them. Students will study the major topographical features, capitals, political, social, and economic aspects associated with each area studied. They will learn about past and current relationships between and among countries. Curricular Class Offerings Technology electives Advanced Technology (310120) *** Prerequisite Principles of Engineering and CADD 2 Grade Level 11, 12 o Students are introduced to and allowed to explore the newest and latest software packages used within industry today in varied areas such as robotics, prototyping, and mechanical design. Students learn to build technology products that are designed for specific audiences and purposes such as conveyance of information, education, entertainment, and/or persuasion purposes. CADD 2 (Computer Aided Drafting and Design 2) (310020) *** Prerequisite Introduction to Engineering Design Grade Level 10, 11, 12 Senior to Sophomore (CSU-P) o This course is designed for students that have completed the Introduction to Engineering Design. CADD 2 will encompass all the skills learned in Introduction to Engineering Design. A greater proficiency in these skills, including sketching and freehand lettering, along with faster drawing skills and a greater accuracy level will be required. New areas to be explored will include measuring threedimensional objects and transferring the object into AutoCAD with all necessary dimensioning, materials lists, drawing with wire diagramming, surface modeling, and architectural drawing. Architectural building is also included. 7

9 CADD 4 ( Computer Assisted Drafting Design 4) (310060) *** Prerequisite Civil Engineering and Architecture (CEA) and instructor approval Grade Level 12 o This course is designed for students who excelled in Civil Engineering and Architecture and have the instructors recommendation. The student must demonstrate an advanced understanding of two and three dimensional drawing, dimensioning practice, concepts of isometric drawing, parametric modeling. This individualized course will specialize for either mechanical or architectural concepts. These students will also serve as peer tutors for Introduction to Engineering Design and CADD 2 students. Digital Media (310291) *** Grade Level: 11, 12 o Students will develop artistic and creative skills using multimedia and digital media technologies. Students will explore and learn techniques in areas ranging from digital photography, desktop publishing, webpage development, and audio / video production. Curricular Class Offerings General electives & Physical Education Documented Physical Education (305240) Semester Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 o Each semester that a student participates in an organized approved physical education activity can earn 0.5 credits. Students must provide documentation of 90 hours of instruction signed by the instructor. Health Waiver (305510) Semester Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12 o Students may be excused from attending a class on health topics. However, the 0.5 credit requirement is not waived. Students must earn an additional 0.5 elective credit if parents/guardians choose the health waiver option for their student. A signed health waiver request form is required for this option. 8

10 Teacher Assistant (315700) Semester Grade Level: 11, 12 o A student must obtain approval from the principal and the instructor to become an aide for an instructor. The student will receive a satisfactory or unsatisfactory grade for this class. Satisfactory completion of this class will result in earning 0.5 credits. *** These classes will be available for Pueblo County High School Students. 9

11 SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES Graduation Requirements To graduate from the, a student must successfully complete at least three years of a Project Lead the Way curriculum strand. In addition to successful completion of coursework in a career pathway, other curricular requirements must also be met, and students must enroll in a minimum of 6 classes per semester. Listed below are course specific requirements which meet, or exceed, the minimum District 70 graduation requirements in each subject area. Language Arts: Science: 4 credits *English 1 *English 2 *English 3 *English 4 4 credits *Physical Science Biology Principles of Engineering Principles of Biomedical Science Science Technology Lab Social Studies: 3 credits *US History *World History *Government/Economics Mathematics: 4 credits *Must be Algebra 1 and above Physical Education: 1.5 credits Health: 0.5 credits or Health Waiver ** s: 8.0 credits (8.5 credits with Health Waiver) *Required courses for the s; Advanced Placement (AP) classes may be substituted for required classes if appropriate ** Parents/Guardians must either sign a form waiving the health requirement for their student or enroll him/her in an approved health class. The waiver form only waives the requirement that the student be taught a health curriculum; it does not, however release the students from the 0.5 credit requirement. Due to this, those students whose health class has been waived must complete and additional 0.5 credit in the elective area (8.5 credits total). 10

12 Grade 9 (Engineering Strand) Recommended Sequence of Courses Grade 9 (Biomedical Strand) Math (Algebra 1 or higher) Math (Algebra 1 higher) Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) Physical Science Physical Science Science Technology Lab Principles of Biomedical Sciences (PBS) English 1 English 1 US History US History (PE suggested) (PE suggested) Grade 10 (Engineering Strand) Grade 10 (Biomedical Strand) Math (Geometry or higher) Math (Geometry or higher) Principles of Engineering (POE) Human Body Systems (HBS) CADD 2 Biotechnical Engineering (BE) English 2 English 2 World History World History Biology Grade 11 (Engineering Strand) Grade 11 (Biomedical Strand) Math (Algebra 2 or higher) Math (Algebra 2 or higher) Civil Engineering and Architecure (CEA) Medical Interventions (MI) or Digital Electrons (DE) English 3 English 3 American Government / Economics American Government / Economics PSO or PSO or PSO or PSO or *Grade 11 suggested PSO and/or electives for both strands includes Physics and Foreign Language Grade 12 (Engineering Strand) Grade 12 (Biomedical Strand) Math (Algebra 2 or higher) Math (Algebra 2 or higher) Engineering Design and Development (EDD) Biomedical Innovation (BI) English 4 English 4 PSO or PSO or PSO or PSO or *Grade 12 suggested PSO and/or electives for both strands includes a second year of Foreign Language. Chemistry is also strongly suggested for students in the Biomedical strand. 11