BPS High School Course Catalog 24-25 - Flipbook - Page 24
80213/23 Renewable Energy Technology A/B (Seaholm)
Welcome to the world of renewable energy! This course will demystify what renewable technologies
are and their feasibility for the future. Activities include the building and testing of simple machines,
wind and solar systems, electric vehicles, mini-hydropower, and fuel cells. The class introduces the basic
aspects of energy and transportation systems using problem-solving skills, laboratory environments,
and student-driven activities.
Prerequisites: None
Grades Taught: 9, 10, 11, 12
May be taken as a 4th year math-related course
Credit: .25
80152/62 Engineering Systems A/B (Seaholm)
Students will learn engineering fundamentals of electrical, hydraulic, mechanical and pneumatic
systems. This is a hands-on, lab driven course that includes house wiring, mechanisms, and fluid power.
Students will also have the opportunity to design and build a VEX mobile robot. Industry credentials are
available; see teacher for details.
Prerequisites: None
Grades Taught: 10, 11, 12
Credit: .5 per course
82222/32 Robotics/Automation A/B (Seaholm)
This course focuses on the in the fundamentals and application of industrial robots. Emphasis is placed
on the use of micro-controllers to control robots. Topics include micro-controller programming, robot
fundamentals, DC stepper motors, sensors, programming, gripper design, and safety. A major
emphasis is placed on a hands-on project involving the design, build, and test of a mobile robot.
Industry credentials are available; see teacher for details
Prerequisites: Engineering Systems A/B OR current enrollment or completion of Physics (full year) OR
Honors Physics (full year)
Grades Taught: 11, 12
Credit: .5 per course
82242/52 Advanced Robotics/Automation A/B (Seaholm)
A course in the fundamentals and application of automated machines. Topics include programmable logic controllers, robot fundamentals, stepper motors, sensors, fabrication techniques, and safety.
Emphasis is placed on the design and building of an automated machine that will compete in regional
and national competitions. Industry credentials are available; see teacher for details.
Prerequisites: Robotics/Automation
Grades Taught: 12
Credit: .5 per course
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