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Forging new generations of engineers
Transcript of Forging new generations of engineers PLTW is a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit corporation.
Forging new generations of engineers
PLTW is a 501 (c)(3)
not-for-profit corporation
of PLTW is to grow the nation’s
technology workforce.
The primary goal
The Problem
There are currently engineering/engineering technology jobs available in the U.S. without trained people to fill them.
1,300,000
WORKFORCE 1960
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Professional
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WORKFORCE 2000
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What does the pipeline of engineers and technicians look
like?
Engineering Degrees Awarded 1988-2002
SOURCE: American Association of Engineering Societies (2001)
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Engineering Technology Bachelor’s DegreesAwarded in 2000 by Population Groups
Source: American Association of Engineering Societies (1-01)
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Complex Analysis
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Development
Manufacturing Test and Evaluation
Routine Design
Production
Operation, Service, And Maintenance
Distribution and Sales
Four Year College Program
Two and Four Year College Program
Source: American Society for Mechanical Engineers
Engineering and Engineering Technology -Two Different Career Paths-
© Project Lead The Way, Inc.
Increase student achievement Increase graduation rates Prepare students for further study Meet the needs of the community
Schools must
The Solution is to…
Make a small change in the culture of American high schools by:
Strengthening the core academic curricula. Adding a rigorous, technical program of
study in pre-engineering leading to 2 & 4 year postsecondary degrees.
Studies from HSTW and Making School Work conclude that….
Student achievement rises even more when students are required a
challenging academic core and a rigorous academic or career/technical concentration of at least four credits.
Student Performance in Reading, Mathematics and Science
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Coll Prep only Major/C Prep PLTW
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How are PLTW students
doing - compared to other Career/Technical students at High Schools That Work (HSTW) schools?
Student Performance in Reading, Mathematics and Scienceby Type of Program
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PLTW Student Performance Compared to HSTW Goals
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PLTWStudents
How does PLTW facilitate this
change?
PLTW Courses
Gateway To Technology
Design and Modeling (9 wks) The Magic of Electrons (9 wks) The Science of Technology (9 wks) Automation and Robotics (9 wks) **Environmental Engineering (9 wks) **Energy and the Environment (9 wks) **Aerospace Technology (9 wks) NASA
**in development
Middle School ProgramMiddle School Program
Foundation:
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Specialization:
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Capstone:
Computer Integrated Manufacturing
and/or Civil Engineering and Architecture
and/or Bio-technical Engineering (in development)
and/or Aerospace Technology(in development)
Principles Of Engineering Introduction to Engineering DesignDigital Electronics
Engineering Design and Development
High School Course Program
Note: Course program requires college prep mathematics each year.
How will the PLTW curriculum challenge
students to meet higher academic
standards ?
The curriculum is:
“Standards Based” National Academy of Sciences
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
International Technology Education Association
English Language Arts
Beverage Container Design Problem Design a beverage container that will hold 12.5 fluid ounces, .25 oz. Prior to using the computer, sketch the top and front view using the correct dimensions to acquire the required volume. Show all your math calculations. Using the computer design tool, apply good design criteria of function and aesthetic value to solve this problem. (The formula used will depend on the shape of the interior volume and the students’ math ability.)
Profile to Revolve
Axis of Revolution
H
Cylindrical Volume Layout
Hint V = r 2 H
R
Truncated Cone Volume Solution
1. Assign a value to RAB
2. Assign a value to HAB
3. Find the volume of cone(AB) VAB
4. In the front view, sketch the profile of the container using the above assigned values.
5. Use the dimension function to find the length of RB
6. Find the volume of cone (B) VB
7. Plug the values of VAB and VB into the formula VA= VAB - VB. This will give the volume of the truncated cone (A).
*Note: If you move the position of RB up or
down, it will change the volume of the truncated cone (A).
Parabolic Container Solution
This is the kind of student work that
helps students reach higher standards in the
academic core.
Exposure to Real Engineering
The PLTW classes are modeled after
introductory engineering courses
taught at the university level.
Students gain first hand experience in
different facets of engineering and
discover where their strengths lie.
How do we help teachers
to teach at this level ?
To change old habits through …
Comprehensive Comprehensive Professional Professional DevelopmentDevelopment
The Teacher as Facilitator
Helps students define problems and set timelines.
Helps students become leaders, team members, and problem solvers.
Acts as a resource. Is not expected to know the answers.
Ready for core training
Self-Assessment
and Pre-Core
Training
© PLTW 2003
3 Phase Teacher Training
Ready for core training
• Gateway To Technology (Middle School)
• Principles Of Engineering
• Introduction To Engineering Design
• Digital Electronics
• Computer Integrated Manufacturing
• Civil Engineering/Architecture
• Engineering Design and Development
Core TrainingSummer Institute
Self-Assessment
and Pre-Core
Training
© PLTW 2003
3 Phase Teacher Training
Ready for core training Ready for teaching
• Gateway To Technology (Middle School)
• Principles Of Engineering
• Introduction To Engineering Design
• Digital Electronics
• Computer Integrated Manufacturing
• Civil Engineering/Architecture
• Engineering Design and Development
Core TrainingSummer Institute
Self-Assessment
and Pre-Core
Training
Continuous Training
MasterTeacher
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3 Phase Teacher Training
The cost of the Summer Institute varies at each site due to the different
means of support. Go to the PLTW website for cost at each specific
training site.
How much does the Summer Institute Cost ?
Teachers have the option of earning 6 graduate credits for each PLTW course training
session they attend.
Graduate College Credit
are not the only staff members who benefit from
PLTW’s Comprehensive
Professional Development
program.
Teachers
School Counselors’ Conference--- For Middle & High School Counselors --
Conference dates and times are posted on the PLTW website in the
Counselor’s section.
www.pltw.org
Why is it critical to work with Guidance
Departments?
Guidance Practices Increase Achievement when
Students are encouraged to take challenging mathematics and science courses. Students are assisted by the end of grade nine in planning a program of study. Parents are involved. Students are provided information on postsecondary education and employment.
Strong Guidance and Higher Achievement
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Who should take PLTW courses?
The Student who is:
In the top 80% of his/her class.
Good in mathematics and science.
Interested in being an engineer or technologist.
Good in art and design.
Interested in computers.
An underachiever who might get “hooked” by a high tech – hands on class.
A struggling student who learns best by “doing.”
The Student who is:
Willing to work hard!!!
A Rigorous Pre-engineering Curriculum
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Highly prepared Faculty
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Opportunities for StudentsOpportunities for Students
PLTW meets its mission by supporting schools with:
A Fully-developed Curriculum for HS & MS Extensive Professional Development for Teachers Professional Development Conferences for School Counselors Affordability Through an Optional National Bid Partnerships with State Education Departments 4 & 2-year College Course Credit A Certification Process Systematic Evaluation Continuous Improvement (Curriculum & Professional Development)
School District Agreement with PLTW
• Implement entire 5 unit, PLTW high school course
curriculum (over 4 years or less)
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• Implement Gateway To Technology (over 3 years or less)
• Identify and support teachers who will participate
in the 3-phase professional development program
• Identify & support school counselor in the conference
• Provide each teacher with laptop and software meeting PLTW specifications
• Provide and equip laboratory space meeting or exceeding PLTW specifications (over 4 years)
• Agree to become College Certified within two years
• Operate a teacher led community partnership team
• Participate in the systematic evaluation of PLTW
• Commit to continuous improvement
School District Agreement with PLTW
End of Course Exam
All PLTW classes have a recognized national standard that is enforced by the end of course exam.
This makes a transcript with PLTW courses on it attractive to Universities.
Principles Of Engineering (New) Introduction to Engineering Design Digital Electronics Computer Integrated Manufacturing
High School ProgramHigh School Program
Transcripted College Credit through RIT
• Eligible courses: POE, IED, DE, CIM
• Students earn an 85% course average from the high school teacher
• Students pass RIT college credit exam with:
A, 90-100% B, 80-89% C, 70-79%
• Students register for 4 RIT credit/course--$200/course
• RIT sends grade report and maintains transcript with the grade on the RIT exam
College credit for high school students
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Grades for 674 Students
PLTW Results
1997-98 13 schools - 1,138 students1998-99 37 schools - 4,652 students 1999-00 98 schools - 14,156 students2000-01 168 schools - 23,000 students 2001-02 282 schools - 35,000 students 2002-03 502 schools - 55,000 students 2003-04 640 schools - 65,612 students
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