Foundations of Engineering (PLTW)
Description
- Explore and construct innovative projects in the diverse fields of engineering
- Design and build unique creations utilizing digital circuits, gaming software, model structures, remote control machines, and robots
- Work individually and in teams to solve unique engineering challenges using engineering equipment and current software
Revised: 12/04/2019
Application Process
Credentials/Industry Certifications
Autodesk Inventor Certified User
Autodesk Certified Professional
Autodesk Fusion 360 Certified User
Principles of Engineering
Introduction to Engineering Design
Employment Opportunities
Tulsa Tech builds partnerships with business and industry in the Tulsa area to find opportunities for work-based experiences and student placement.
For more information, contact our Career Placement Services at (918) 828-5000.
Email: hiretulsatechgrads@tulsatech.edu or visit tulsatech.edu.
Entrance Requirements
High school students only
NOTE: 9th grade applicants will have priority admissions and must have C or better in Pre-Algebra or better.
Tuition, fees, career majors, courses and hours are subject to change without notice.
College Credit
All Tulsa Tech students (high school and adult) may have the opportunity to receive college credit upon completion of their program. Our College Relations office will work with students regarding the benefits of Prior Learning Assessments (PLA) toward an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree or a technical college certificate at area colleges.
For more details call the College Relations office at (918) 828-5000.
Plan of Study
Plan of StudyPrerequisites
9th grade applicants will have priority admissions and must have C or better in Pre-Algebra or higher level math course
Scheduling Information
H.S. / 2 school years:
August - May
Comprehensive High School sites:
1 PLTW course each year
Contact Info Center at (918) 828-5000 for start dates.
Career Majors
Foundations of Engineering
Courses
- Introduction to Engineering Design
- Principles of Engineering
Union H.S. additional Courses
- Engineering Design and Development
- Civil Engineering and Architecture
Tuition, Fees and Books
- Estimated Tuition Fees: $0.00*
- Books: $0.00**
- Tools, Supplies & Certification Cost: $0.00**
**There may be additional required costs as defined in the program handbook. Tuition, fees, career majors, courses and hours are subject to change without notice.
Tulsa-Area Salary
For information concerning working conditions, physical requirements, employment and job outlook please refer to the Occupational Outlook
Handbook (OOH) at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/.
Salary information can be found at The Occupational Information Network (O*NET) Resource Center at http://www.onetonline.org/.
It is anticipated that students will pursue university level course work in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Computer Software, and Aerospace Engineering.