Principles of Applied Engineering
Principles of Applied Engineering provides an overview of the various fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and their interrelationships. Students will develop engineering communication skills, which include computer graphics, modeling, and presentations, by using a variety of computer hardware and software applications to complete assignments and projects. Upon completing this course, students will understand the various fields of engineering and will be able to make informed career decisions. Further, students will have worked on a design team to develop a product or system. Students will use multiple software applications to prepare and present course assignments.
This binder does not contain all lesson plans for this course. This content can be used with any textbook or instructional materials. If locally adapted, make sure all TEKS are covered.
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Scope and Sequence
Scope and Sequence: Principles of Applied Engineering
CTE TEKS - Implemented 2017-2018, adopted in 2015
Principles of Applied Engineering course scope and sequence within the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Career Cluster® summarizes the content to be taught, and one possible order for teaching the units of instruction. A brief description of each unit and the corresponding TEKS are included. This scope and sequence may be adapted or adopted by the local education agency.
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Programs of Study: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Based on the House Bill 5 Foundation High School Program, the Program of Studies within the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Career Cluster provide helpful information, including the core courses and career-related electives in high school that will help prepare students for their career goals. These documents are designed for students, but can also be used by administrators, counselors, teachers, business and industry representatives, and parents.
Unit 1: Introduction to Applied Engineering
Lesson Plan: Introduction to Engineering Fundamentals and Civilization
This lesson addresses how engineering and technology has influenced society and the development of civilization.
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Lesson Plan: Basic Electricity
In this lesson, students will demonstrate their understanding of basic electricity and electronic fundamentals. Students will expand their knowledge of DC circuits as an application to transistor circuits.
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Lesson Plan: Microprocessor Basics
In this lesson, students will apply basic knowledge of transistors, binary and logic to more complicated devices like microprocessors. Students will work to create prototypes and outline the details to complete a project.
View ResourceUnit 1: Introduction to Applied Engineering
Lesson Plan: DC Circuits
This lesson introduces students to fundamentals of DC circuits and schematic electrical diagrams. The lesson also includes circuit analysis problems.
View ResourceUnit 2: Portfolio Planning and Introduction to Media to be Used in this Course
Lesson plans are currently not available. Review the scope and sequence document and TEKS.
Lesson plans are currently not available. Review the scope and sequence document, TEKS, and available lesson plans, to determine which additional lesson plans to locally develop.
You can download the optional blank lesson plan template provided here, to locally develop a new lesson plan, consistent with the others provided in the Texas CTE Resource Center.
If after developing a new lesson plan, you would like the TEA to consider adding it to the resource library for colleague teachers to also use in the future, attach the lesson plan and any supplemental instructional materials through the form here, for consideration. If published, we will attribute the materials to you.
View ResourceUnit 3: Safety Preparation for Applied Engineering
Lesson plans are currently not available. Review the scope and sequence document and TEKS.
Lesson plans are currently not available. Review the scope and sequence document, TEKS, and available lesson plans, to determine which additional lesson plans to locally develop.
You can download the optional blank lesson plan template provided here, to locally develop a new lesson plan, consistent with the others provided in the Texas CTE Resource Center.
If after developing a new lesson plan, you would like the TEA to consider adding it to the resource library for colleague teachers to also use in the future, attach the lesson plan and any supplemental instructional materials through the form here, for consideration. If published, we will attribute the materials to you.
View ResourceUnit 4: Exploration of the STEM Field in Applied Engineering
Lesson plans are currently not available. Review the scope and sequence document and TEKS.
Lesson plans are currently not available. Review the scope and sequence document, TEKS, and available lesson plans, to determine which additional lesson plans to locally develop.
You can download the optional blank lesson plan template provided here, to locally develop a new lesson plan, consistent with the others provided in the Texas CTE Resource Center.
If after developing a new lesson plan, you would like the TEA to consider adding it to the resource library for colleague teachers to also use in the future, attach the lesson plan and any supplemental instructional materials through the form here, for consideration. If published, we will attribute the materials to you.
View ResourceUnit 5: Exploration of the STEM Field with Focus on Modeling and Design
Lesson Plan: Introduction to Problem Solving
In this lesson, students are introduced to problem solving techniques in the field of Engineering and Technology. Students are also encouraged to think critically and apply fundamental principles of system modeling and design to multiple design projects.
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Lesson Plan: Applied Engineering Problem Solving - DR.GABIC
In this lesson, students will develop the ability to use the Engineering and/or Scientific Problem Solving steps to problem-solve in teams.
View ResourceUnit 5: Exploration of the STEM Field with Focus on Modeling and Design
Lesson Plan: Basic Electricity
In this lesson, students will demonstrate their understanding of basic electricity and electronic fundamentals. Students will expand their knowledge of DC circuits as an application to transistor circuits.
View ResourceUnit 5: Exploration of the STEM Field with Focus on Modeling and Design
Lesson Plan: Microprocessor Basics
In this lesson, students will apply basic knowledge of transistors, binary and logic to more complicated devices like microprocessors. Students will work to create prototypes and outline the details to complete a project.
View ResourceUnit 5: Exploration of the STEM Field with Focus on Modeling and Design
Lesson Plan: DC Circuits
This lesson introduces students to fundamentals of DC circuits and schematic electrical diagrams. The lesson also includes circuit analysis problems.
View ResourceUnit 5: Exploration of the STEM Field with Focus on Modeling and Design
Lesson Plan: Rocket Challenge - Principles of Applied Engineering
In this lesson, students learn rocketry basics, build a rocket, fly the rocket, and assess ways to improve.
View ResourceUnit 5: Exploration of the STEM Field with Focus on Modeling and Design
Lesson Plan: Rubber Band Airplane
In this lesson, students will build and fly a plane powered by a rubber band, and evaluate variables in design.
View ResourceUnit 6: Exploration of the STEM Field with Focus on Robotics, Process Control, and Automation Systems
Lesson Plan: Microprocessor Basics
In this lesson, students will apply basic knowledge of transistors, binary and logic to more complicated devices like microprocessors. Students will work to create prototypes and outline the details to complete a project.
View ResourceUnit 6: Exploration of the STEM Field with Focus on Robotics, Process Control, and Automation Systems
Review the scope and sequence document. One or more lesson plans are currently not available.
One or more lesson plans are currently not available. Review the scope and sequence document, TEKS, and available lesson plans, to determine which additional lesson plans to locally develop.
You can download the optional blank lesson plan template provided here, to locally develop a new lesson plan, consistent with the others provided in the Texas CTE Resource Center.
If after developing a new lesson plan, you would like the TEA to consider adding it to the resource library for colleague teachers to also use in the future, attach the lesson plan and any supplemental instructional materials through the form here, for consideration. If published, we will attribute the materials to you.
View ResourceUnit 7: Exploration of the STEM Field with Focus on Electrical and Mechanical Systems
Lesson Plan: Concepts of Engineering - The Great Energy Hunt Lesson
In this lesson, students will be introduced to various forms of energy, spanning from non-renewable to solar.
View ResourceUnit 7: Exploration of the STEM Field with Focus on Electrical and Mechanical Systems
Lesson Plan: Careers in Green Energy
Students will be able to compare renewable and non-renewable energy sources. They will also demonstrate they know how to research information and create a presentation about a green energy career they are interested in pursuing.
View ResourceUnit 7: Exploration of the STEM Field with Focus on Electrical and Mechanical Systems
Lesson Plan: Basic Electricity and Electronics - Module 1
In this lesson, students will learn the basics of electricity and fundamentals of electronics. The lesson also includes work problem and quiz.
View ResourceUnit 8: Exploration of the STEM Field with Focus on Drafting
Lesson plans are currently not available. Review the scope and sequence document and TEKS.
Lesson plans are currently not available. Review the scope and sequence document, TEKS, and available lesson plans, to determine which additional lesson plans to locally develop.
You can download the optional blank lesson plan template provided here, to locally develop a new lesson plan, consistent with the others provided in the Texas CTE Resource Center.
If after developing a new lesson plan, you would like the TEA to consider adding it to the resource library for colleague teachers to also use in the future, attach the lesson plan and any supplemental instructional materials through the form here, for consideration. If published, we will attribute the materials to you.
View ResourceUnit 9: Preparation for the Workforce
Lesson Plan: Principles of Applied Engineering - The Power of Ideas
In this lesson, students will demonstrate their understanding of ideation and the role it has in corporate competitiveness.
View ResourceUnit 9: Preparation for the Workforce
Review the scope and sequence document. One or more lesson plans are currently not available.
One or more lesson plans are currently not available. Review the scope and sequence document, TEKS, and available lesson plans, to determine which additional lesson plans to locally develop.
You can download the optional blank lesson plan template provided here, to locally develop a new lesson plan, consistent with the others provided in the Texas CTE Resource Center.
If after developing a new lesson plan, you would like the TEA to consider adding it to the resource library for colleague teachers to also use in the future, attach the lesson plan and any supplemental instructional materials through the form here, for consideration. If published, we will attribute the materials to you.
View ResourceUnit 10: Teamwork in STEM
Lesson Plan: Applied Engineering Problem Solving - DR.GABIC
In this lesson, students will develop the ability to use the Engineering and/or Scientific Problem Solving steps to problem-solve in teams.
View ResourceUnit 10: Teamwork in STEM
Review the scope and sequence document. One or more lesson plans are currently not available.
One or more lesson plans are currently not available. Review the scope and sequence document, TEKS, and available lesson plans, to determine which additional lesson plans to locally develop.
You can download the optional blank lesson plan template provided here, to locally develop a new lesson plan, consistent with the others provided in the Texas CTE Resource Center.
If after developing a new lesson plan, you would like the TEA to consider adding it to the resource library for colleague teachers to also use in the future, attach the lesson plan and any supplemental instructional materials through the form here, for consideration. If published, we will attribute the materials to you.
View ResourceUnit 11: Planning for Careers in STEM
Lesson plans are currently not available. Review the scope and sequence document and TEKS.
Lesson plans are currently not available. Review the scope and sequence document, TEKS, and available lesson plans, to determine which additional lesson plans to locally develop.
You can download the optional blank lesson plan template provided here, to locally develop a new lesson plan, consistent with the others provided in the Texas CTE Resource Center.
If after developing a new lesson plan, you would like the TEA to consider adding it to the resource library for colleague teachers to also use in the future, attach the lesson plan and any supplemental instructional materials through the form here, for consideration. If published, we will attribute the materials to you.
View ResourceUnit 12: Extended Learning Experience
Lesson plans are currently not available. Review the scope and sequence document and TEKS.
Lesson plans are currently not available. Review the scope and sequence document, TEKS, and available lesson plans, to determine which additional lesson plans to locally develop.
You can download the optional blank lesson plan template provided here, to locally develop a new lesson plan, consistent with the others provided in the Texas CTE Resource Center.
If after developing a new lesson plan, you would like the TEA to consider adding it to the resource library for colleague teachers to also use in the future, attach the lesson plan and any supplemental instructional materials through the form here, for consideration. If published, we will attribute the materials to you.
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