The Academy of Architecture, Construction, Engineering, and Design (ACED)
About
The ACED Academy offers students two unique pathways including Construction and Engineering. In the Construction Pathway, students earn industry level credentials while learning carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and more. In the Engineering Pathway, students will learn through hands-on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) opportunities.
Construction
The Construction Pathway prepares students for construction careers through an engaging, rigorous, problem-solving program of study that focuses on carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC in a real-world environment. Curriculum is provided from the Home Builders Institute paired with industry level projects and certifications to prepare students for careers in the construction industry.
| CONSTRUCTION PATHWAY COURSES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 9th Grade | 10th Grade | 11th Grade | 12th Grade |
| Construction Essentials | Construction 2A/2B | Construction 3A/3B | Construction Capstone/WBL Internship |
| Curriculum is provided by The Home Builders Institute paired with industry level projects to prepare students for careers in the construction industry. | |||
| CONSTRUCTION PATHWAY CREDENTIALS | |
|---|---|
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OSHA 10 HBI PACT Core HBI Carpentry, Electrical, Construction Technology, Weatherization, Plumbing Certificates: HBI HVAC, Masonry, Paining & Finishing, Landscaping |
Engineering
The Engineering Pathway is designed to give students a four-year hands-on learning experience focusing on the many facets of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education. The Engineering Pathway uses Project Lead The Way (PLTW) engineering curriculum, which provides all students with skills to be college and career ready upon graduation.
| ENGINEERING PATHWAY COURSES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 9th Grade | 10th Grade | 11th Grade | 12th Grade |
| Engineering Essentials A/B - PLTW | Introduction to Engineering Design A/B - PLTW | Principles of Engineering A/B - PLTW | Engineering Design & Development/WBL Internship |
| Project Lead the Way (PLTW) is the curriculum source used for engineering students to achieve success while exploring through experimentation. PLTW Engineering encourages students to adopt a problem-solving mindset, engaging them in compelling, real-world challenges that help them become better collaborators and thinkers. | |||
| ENGINEERING PATHWAY CREDENTIALS | |
|---|---|
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Autodesk Certified User (ACU) - Fusion 360 |