What is the Academy of Engineering?

The CEEC Academy of Engineering is a small learning community within the CMS district that support students in igniting their aspirations, growing professional and industry skills, and connecting with industry experts through career-focused curricula and work-based learning:. The CEEC Academy of Engineering fuels the aspirations of students, by enabling them to learn about the various fields and gain the skills needed to have a leg up.

What are the benefits of joining CEEC AOE?

By joining our Academy of Engineering, you will receive benefits of belonging to NAF, and exposure to hands-on learning through the award winning Project Lead the Way (PLTW) curriculum, engage in stimulating Work-Based Learning (WBL) activities, have access to scholarships, and the opportunity to complete a compensated internship. Obtain real-world transferable skills and the opportunity for industry recognized certifications and more…

What is the Engineering course sequence?

Note: Contingent upon mastery of course, students may have the option to receive college transcripted credit. 
9th Grade:   PLTW Introduction to Engineering Design (IED)
                      PLTW Civil Engineering & Architecture (CEA)
10th Grade:  PLTW Principles of Engineering (POE)
                      AP Computer Science Principles
11th Grade:    No Engineering Courses
12th Grade:   PLTW Engineering Design and Development (EDD)

What are some of the AOE requirements?

9th Grade: Create a NAF account and complete PLTW activities and projects.

10th Grade: Manage existing NAF account and complete AP and PLTW activities and projects.

11th Grade: Secure internship, participate in WBL opportunities, and community service projects.

12th Grade: Manage NAF account and complete PLTW activities and projects.

Testing:

9th, 10th and 12th Grades: PLTW Kite Testing

10th Grade: AP Computer Science Principles Testing

11th Grade: The ACT Work Keys Exam