Design Creative Solutions: Dive into the exciting intersection of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics by tackling meaningful, real-world challenges. In this project-based course, you’ll develop essential engineering skills like design principles, modeling, and presentation techniques while leveraging a variety of computer hardware and software tools. Collaborating in teams, you’ll design prototypes and explore practical applications of science and math to address issues in your home, community, and beyond.
Why Take This Course? Step into the role of an engineer and discover the diverse ways they impact society. You’ll work on projects that not only solve real-world problems but also open the door to potential career paths in science and math. Perfect for creative thinkers and problem-solvers, you’ll develop the skills and experience needed to innovate and make a difference.
Note: There are no particular math or science prerequisites for this course, just an interest in using STEM to solve problems and a desire to learn!
Students in GOA courses will need reliable access to a computer with webcam/microphone connections, an email address (preferably school-based), a Web-conferencing app (GOA courses use Zoom), and a Word processing app (GOA courses use Google’s G Suite). When necessary, alternative arrangements may be made. Some courses require additional materials which can be found in the Course Outline.
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“Through this course, I have learned a whole lot about engineering ethics and the idea of shared responsibility. The design sprints also helped me understand the the importance of defining the problem prior to starting on a design, something I had always overlooked. Also, prior to this class, I was unenlightened about the formal definition of engineering design processes. Lastly, I have made the most improvement in the area of helpful feedback. Now, I think I write much more thoughtful and actionable comments on other people’s discussion posts.” -Camilo
“My understanding of being an engineer changed from thinking it was all independent work to realizing the amount of group collaboration. This changed during the interviewing an engineer assignment, where this topic was a big part of the discussion, and it showed me how important it is because an actual engineer was telling me what they do.” -Dylan
Curious about how engineers solve everyday challenges? In GOA's Problem Solving with Engineering & Design course, students dive into real-world issues through hands-on projects that apply science and math to make a difference. From designing accessible tools to creating prototypes, students build engineering skills and explore career paths. Hear from GOA Student Ambassador Dylan on how the course encouraged them to think critically and work collaboratively on projects that matter.
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