Course Guide

Prince George’s County Public Schools Dr. Kevin M. Maxwell, CEO

AerospaceEngineeringandAviationTechnologyProgram

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Program Description The Academy of Aerospace Engineering and Aviation Technology (AEAT) is a highly specialized four-year program to prepare motivated students for careers in STEM. AEAT gives you the opportunity to learn about the science of flight and the NEXGEN technology that supports the aviation industry. You will be prepared for any STEM-related majors at your desired college or university as well as a career in the field of aviation or aerospace. When you join the exciting Aerospace Engineering and Aviation Technology program, you gain innovative problem-solving skills and a real-world application of mathematics, science, and engineering. You will have the unique opportunity to build rockets, planes, and robots. Advanced 3D software will allow you to create models and mock airfields. You will even be able to act as pilot while navigating a flight simulator or an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle! Whichever pathway you decide to focus, the program will challenge your desire to explore, design, and innovate as you look up, up, and away into your future.

Contact Us DuVal High School 9880 Good Luck Road Lanham, MD 20706 Phone: 301-918-8600 | Fax: 301-918-8606 Mark Covington, Principal Dr. Roney Wynn, Assistant Principal Roney.Wynn@pgcps.org Christina Howland, Program Coordinator Christina.Howland@pgcps.org

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Aerospace Engineering Pathway 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade English 9 English 10 English 11 or

AP Language English 12 or AP Literature or English 12 Dual Enrollment

Algebra I or above

Geometry or above

Algebra 2 or above or Dual Enrollment Math

Pre Calculus or above or Dual Enrollment Math

Biology Biogeochemical Systems

Chemistry Physics or AP Course

US History LSN Government Honors or AP Government

World History or AP World History

Social Studies Elective or Dual Enrollment

World Language 1 or above

World Language 2 or above

Elective Elective

PE/Health

Fine Art Elective Elective

Meteorology/Aviation History

Elective Elective AEAT Capstone

Fundamentals of Aerospace Technology

Aerospace Technology

Aeronautics Engineering Applications

Astronautics Engineering Applications

Possible Careers with this Pathway Median Salary by Job Aerospace Engineer $110,570

Electrical Engineer $97,340

Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technicians $68,620

Aircraft Pilots and Flight Engineers $119,360

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Aviation Technology Pathway 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade English 9 English 10 English 11 or

AP Language English 12 or AP Literature or English 12 Dual Enrollment

Algebra I or above

Geometry or above

Algebra 2 or above or Dual Enrollment Math

Pre Calculus or above or Dual Enrollment Math

Biology Biogeochemical Systems

Chemistry Physics or AP Course

US History LSN Government or AP Government

World History or AP World History

Social Studies Elective or Dual Enrollment

World Language 1 or above

World Language 2 or above

Elective Elective

PE/Health

Fine Art Elective Elective

Meteorology/Aviation History

Elective Elective AEAT Capstone

Fundamentals of Aerospace Technology

Aerospace Technology

Aviation Management

Air Traffic Control

Possible Careers with this Pathway Median Salary by Job

Air Traffic Controllers $118,740

Airfield Operations Specialists $55,400

Aircraft Pilots and Flight Engineers $119,360

Airport Transportation Workers $87,140

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Course Description Fundamentals of Aerospace Technology Grade Level 9 Prerequisite: none Credit: 1.0 Technology Education Credit This project-based learning course engages students who are curious about aviation and aerospace careers. This course will introduce students to an engineering design process, tools to collect and analyze data, the science of aviation, materials and structures, and safety. Students will participate in real-world experiences such as designing, building and testing a pilot seat, kite, straw rocket and launcher, motor-powered rocket and a model glider. Aviation History and Development of Flight Grade Level 9 Prerequisite: none Credit: 0.5 History of Aviation and Development of Flight is an introductory course and customized textbook that focuses on the history of aviation and flight. It introduces students to how airplanes fly, how weather conditions affect on flight, the human body and flight, and flight navigation. The course is designed to complement materials taught in math, physics, and other science-related courses and is aligned with the National Science Education Standards, the Math Standards and Expectations, and International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) National Educational Technology Standards for students. Meteorology Grade Level 9 Prerequisite: none Credit: 0.5 This course explores how weather conditions affect flight. The course allows students to analyze Earth’s atmosphere, atmospheric motion, cloud types and how they form, and how the atmospheric layers impact flight. Students examine air masses and fronts, high-and low pressure systems, and terrain factors that affect weather. Aerospace Technology Grade Level 10 Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Aerospace Credit: 1.0 This course builds on the foundation of Course 1 and engages students in applying the design process, using tools to collect and analyze data, exploring a deeper level of the science of aviation and discovering how quality control systems work in the aviation field. Students will work collaboratively in teams to design, build and test a wing; plot a course for a plane to take off and land; design, build and test a wing attachment system; test materials under stress; and design, build and test an electric-powered plane. Students will demonstrate their newly acquired knowledge and skills by presenting their innovative ideas, techniques and solutions to business and industry partners. Aeronautics Engineering Applications Grade Level 11 Prerequisite: Aerospace Technology Credit: 1.0 This project-based learning course is for students who have successfully completed Fundamentals of Aerospace and Aerospace Technology. Students will learn about systems

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such as flight control, remote-control vehicles and the virtual world. Students will learn to fly using flight simulators. They will work collaboratively to propose a shift from a VOR navigation system to a GPS system and determine the cost savings. In addition, students will develop rotor blades for helicopters and design and program an unmanned flying vehicle. Aviation Management Grade Level 11 Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Aerospace & Aerospace Technology Credit: 1.0 Students will gain a holistic view of management requirements and techniques applicable to the aviation industry, problems, current issues and future trends related to aviation operations. Includes management and organizational styles as applied by the aviation industry and examine emerging Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) policy that impacts the National Airspace System.

Astronautics Engineering Applications Grade Level 12 Prerequisite: Aeronautics Engineering Technology Credit: 1.0 Students in this capstone course will focus on outer space and underwater applications. During the six projects, they will work collaboratively to design, build and test a laser communication system; develop a plan for space survivability in hostile environments; and utilize software to create a three-dimensional model of a satellite orbit and a team remote vehicle for underwater exploration. Depending on articulation agreements or state policy, students who successfully complete the course may be able to earn dual credit. Aerospace Engineering will appeal to students who are curious about the design and flight of aircraft and spacecraft vehicles.

Air Traffic Control Grade Level 12 Prerequisite: Aviation Management Credit: 1.0 An introduction to aircraft systems and operations; students will learn about safety of flight, human factors, aeronautical chart interpretation, basic navigation, and introduction to air traffic control and airspace, and aviation weather factors, airplane performance, navigation, flight computers, and aeronautical decision- making are covered. Aerospace Engineering and Aviation Technology Capstone Grade Level 12 Credit: 1.0 The Internship/Capstone Experience is the culminating course for AEAT Program. This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to extend and apply their classroom learning in one of the aviation career areas. Students will have the option of completing an industry-mentored project, internship, or enrolling in a post-secondary course. They will play an integral part in determining which type of experience will be most beneficial and supportive of their individual goals. At the end of the course, students will compile a working portfolio that documents their academic and technical skill attainment and present it for critique.