The PLTW Engineering program at Gar-Field Senior High School aims to develop students' abilities to innovate, think critically, and solve problems collaboratively. The program applies engineering, science, math, and technology to solve complex, open-ended problems. Students learn how to define and solve problems through applying STEM knowledge and developing skills like collaboration. The curriculum includes courses that engage students in hands-on engineering design projects using industry software.

1. Gar-Field Senior High School
Engineering Program Overview

2. PLTW Engineering at Gar-Field
The goal of the PLTW Engineering Program
is to advance students' ability to
INNOVATE, THINK CRITICALLY, and
SOLVE PROBLEMS COLLABORATIVELY.

3. PLTW Engineering at Gar-Field
Program Video

4. At Gar-Field, PLTW Engineering
is more than just another high school
engineering program. It is about
applying engineering, science, math, and
technology to solve complex, open-ended
problems in a real-world context.
PLTW Engineering at Gar-Field

5. Students focus on the process of defining
and solving a problem, not on getting the
"right" answer. They learn how to apply
STEM knowledge, skills, and habits of mind
to make the world a better place through
innovation.
PLTW Engineering at Gar-Field

6. PLTW Engineering at Gar-Field
White House STEM Video

7. PLTW students have said that PLTW
Engineering influenced their post-secondary
decisions and helped shape their future.
PLTW Engineering at Gar-Field

8. Even for students who do not plan to pursue
engineering after high school, the PLTW
Engineering program provides opportunities
to develop highly transferable skills in
collaboration, communication, and critical
thinking, which are relevant for any
coursework or career.
PLTW Engineering at Gar-Field

9. Curriculum:
In PLTW Engineering, students engage in
open-ended problem solving, learn and
apply the engineering design process, and
use the same industry-leading technology
and software as are used in the world’s top
companies.
PLTW Engineering at Gar-Field

10. PLTW Engineering at Gar-Field
“Unleash Creativity” Video

11. Curriculum:
Students investigate topics such as
aerodynamics and astronautics, biological
engineering and sustainability, and digital
electronics and circuit design, which gives
them an opportunity to learn about different
engineering disciplines before beginning
post-secondary education or careers.
PLTW Engineering at Gar-Field

12. Year 1 Course
Introduction to Engineering Design
Students dig deep into the engineering
design process, applying math, science, and
engineering standards to hands-on
projects. They work both individually and in
teams to design solutions to a variety of
problems using 3D modeling software, and
use an engineering notebook to document
their work.
PLTW Engineering at Gar-Field

13. Year 2 Course
Principles Of Engineering
Through problems that engage and
challenge, students explore a broad range of
engineering topics, including mechanisms,
the strength of structures and materials, and
automation. Students develop skills in
problem solving, research, and design while
learning design strategies.
PLTW Engineering at Gar-Field