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Engineering and Robotics


Check out the Engineering and Robotics Intro Video!

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Developing a Foundation for a Successful Career in the Engineering Profession

​Do you enjoy solving and working your way through problems? Are you an analytical thinker who likes to create, design, and build? If you answered yes to any of these, then the Engineering and Robotics program might be the right fit for you. In this project-based class, students learn the ins and outs of engineering and design and robotics. Students will learn hands-on utilizing the latest in technology from the program's computer-aided drafting software on down to its 3D printer. 

Career Opportunities 

  • Computer Engineer
  • Electrical Engineer
  • Mechanical Engineer
  • Engineering Technician
  • Architect
  • Manufacturing Engineer

Career Skills Develops

  • Introduction to Engineering Design
  • Principles of Engineering
  • Architecture Design: Structural and Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing
  • Digital Electronics
  • Engineering Design and Development
  • Robotics
  • Computer Integrated Manufacturing

Program Highlights

  • Industry Credentials Include:
    • Motoman FS100/DX100 Basic Programming w/Material Handling IACET Approved
    • Fanuc Handling Tool Operation & Programming J2PO310 IACTET Approved
  • Students will participate in the national technical organization SkillsUSA. 
Curriculum Plan

Suggested Skill Set

  • Respect
  • Persistence
  • Collaboration
  • Self-motivation
  • Responsibility​
  • Mathematics
  • Design
  • Discipline
  • Professionalism
  • Time-management​
  • Innovation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Deductive Reasoning
  • Making Decision and Solving Problems

Additional Features

  • Students in the Engineering and Robotics program may earn dual credits while in high school. (Dual credit allows the student to remain at SWCA, take college level courses, and earn both high school and college credits!) Engineering and Robotics students who meet the criteria may purchase up to 12 semester hours of college credits through Sinclair Community College. These transcripted credits are transferable to many area universities, including The Ohio State University. In many cases, the “Project Lead the Way” coursework taken at the South-Western Career Academy replaces introductory engineering courses (at a fraction of the cost) in majors such as Computer, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
  • Project-based curriculum 
  • Activities are both individual and team project oriented
  • A “Project Lead the Way” Program
  • A STEM Initiative Program
  • On-site profressional experiences
  • Mentoring and internship opportunities
Apply Today!

Hear from the Instructor!

Click HERE for the Slides.

Check out our Engineering and Robotics students in action working on their projects and designs below!

Check out the videos below of the students and their engineering projects!
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