Engineering to Innovate is a hands-on, project-based course that invites students to explore real-world challenges through the lens of engineering and physical science. This course is designed to ignite curiosity, foster creativity, and develop problem-solving skills as students tackle exciting design challenges across four dynamic modules:

● Intro to Engineering – Learn the foundations of engineering, the design process, and how to approach challenges like an innovator.

● Designing an Eco-Friendly Building – Apply principles of environmental science, physics, and engineering to design sustainable and energy-efficient structures, taking into account the mechanical, electrical, and environmental systems and utilizing a digital 3D CAD program.

● Innovating a Vehicle – Dive into motion, forces, energy and reverse engineering as you figure out how a vehicle works. Explore hydraulics and pneumatics, then design and prototype a toy vehicle with both function and innovation in mind.

● Designing with Light and Sound – Explore electricity and communications through exposure to circuits and electronic construction as well as sustainable energy sources. Experiment with waves and electromagnetism.

Throughout the course, students will engage in collaborative team work, iterative prototyping, testing, and refining their ideas—mirroring the work of real engineers. Whether you're passionate about sustainability, transportation, architecture, or technology, this course provides a creative space to explore how science and engineering come together to shape the world.