Principles of Engineering

Principles of Engineering, also known as Principles of Engineering and Robotics, or simply POE, is one of Gunn's Engineering classes.

Course Catalog Description

This course will introduce basic engineering concepts and mathematical models to students who want to build and program their own designs. The course is based on curriculum provided by Project Lead the Way (PLTW) and includes topics such as simple machines, work and energy, statics, electronics, robotic control and real-time programming, and projectile motion. Theory is developed through application problems and hands-on projects built from VEX robotics and other components. Students develop personal engineering notebooks that document skills, design plans and completed projects. Teamwork, problem-solving and communication skills are developed through group projects. Students who enroll in and complete Principles of Engineering and Robotics will be given special consideration during the selection process for the Gunn Robotics Team (GRT).

• Prior Recommended Course(s): Successful completion of an introductory algebra course, leading to a strong understanding of introductory algebra. Concurrent enrollment in college preparatory math AND

science courses.

• Homework Expectation: ~1 hour per week

Should I take this course?

You should take this course if you're interested in engineering, especially if you've taken IED already. The actual homework load is somewhat smaller than that listed, although there is a lot of classwork, requiring students to either work efficiently or attend PRIME sessions to finish classwork.

POE H

Students taking POE Honors attend the same classes as normal POE students, but get extra questions (designed to encourage deeper thinking) to answer on assignments and tests.