Course Syllabus
Title of Course: Engineering Design and Development
Grade Level: MYP
Indiana Code Number: 4828
Email: bennettv@myips.org
Instructor: Mrs. Bennett
Room: 311
Overview: Engineering Design and Development is an engineering research course in which students work in teams to
research, design, test, and construct a solution to an open-ended engineering problem. The product development life
cycle and a design process are used to guide the team to reach a solution to the problem. The team presents and defends
their solution to a panel of outside reviewers at the conclusion of the course. The use of 3D design software helps
students design solutions to the problem their team has chosen. This course also engages students in critical thinking
and problem-solving skills, time management and teamwork skills, a valuable set for students' future careers.
Course Objectives:
Scholars will be expected to:
 Explain and justify the need for a solution to a problem.
 Construct a research plan, which states and prioritizes the primary and secondary research needed to develop a
solution to the problem.
 Analyze a group of similar products that inspire a solution to the problem.
 Develop a design specification, which outlines the success criteria for the design of a solution based on the data
collected.
 Present the chosen design and outline the reasons for its selection.
 Construct a logical plan, which outlines the efficient use of time and resources, sufficient for peers to be able to
follow to create the solution.
 Follow the plan to create the solution, which functions as intended.
 Describe detailed and relevant testing methods, which generate accurate data, to measure the success of the
solution.
 Describe how the solution could be improved.
Course Topics:
The following topics will be explored:
 Intro to Python Programming
 Robot Movements/ Competition
 Building a Drone and Social Issues
 Drone Flight and Modifications
 Community Problem Solving
Description/ Organization: This course is structured with a hands-on investigative approach. While learning the
various concepts of the Design Process, scholars will be investigating various aspects of the topics and developing their
own solutions to the objectives.
Academic Honesty: Cheating and plagiarism are serious academic offenses. Plagiarism is the intentional or
unintentional use of work that is not your own. Early in the school year, we will review the concept of plagiarism and
learn ways to avoid it. A first offense will result in a zero (0) for the assignment and a parent phone call. A second offense
will result in a zero (0) for the assignment and a parent meeting. The second offense may also result in failure of the
course. A third offense may result in dismissal from SHS. Please see the scholar handbook for definitions of cheating and
plagiarism and for the list of consequences.
Attendance: Attendance and participation in class are directly linked to student success; attendance is mandatory and an
excessive number of absences may result in no credit for a semester. Scholars are expected to contact the front desk (2262810) and to email their teachers when an absence occurs to ensure that they keep up with class work; homework and/or
any assignments are due the day of the scholar’s return to school regardless of the day or schedule. As a courtesy, scholars
should notify the school and teacher(s) of any pre-planned or anticipated absences to ensure scholar learning is not
interrupted. Please refer to the scholar handbook for clarification of policies and procedures.
Assignments:
Major assignments include:
 Performance assessment utilizing variables, If statements and loops
 Student Design Project and Presentation
 Students will create a marketing campaign and product launch for drones
 Students will participate in Drone Flight Competition. Students will modify drones using 3-D Printing and / or
Flight Variables for Autopilot
 Student Design Project and Presentation
Subject Criteria:
The 4 following criterion will continually be assessed throughout the year;
 Criterion A: Inquiring and analyzing
o Explain & justify the need for a solution to a problem
o Identify & prioritize research needed to develop a solution
o Analyze a range of existing products
o Develop a detailed summary of the analysis of relevant research
 Criterion B: Developing ideas
o Develop clearly design specifications which states the success criteria for the design of the solution
o Develop feasible design ideas, which can be interpreted by others
o Present the chosen design and justify its selection
o Develop accurate and detailed planning diagrams and outline the requirements for the chosen solution
 Criterion C: Creating the solution
o Construct a logical plan, sufficient for peers to be able to follow to create the solution
o Demonstrate excellent technical skills when making the solution
o Follow the plan to create the solution
o Fully justify changes made to the chosen design
o Present the solution as a whole
 Criterion D: Evaluating
o Design detailed and relevant testing methods to measure the success of the solution
o Critically evaluate the success of the solution against the design specification
o Explain how the solution could be improved
o Explain the impact of the solution on the client/target audience.
Grading: Grading will follow International Baccalaureate practices. Tasks are graded on levels of achievement for
criteria in the subject area. Each criterion is assessed repeatedly throughout the year. At the end of each marking period,
a mark is assigned for each criterion based on the highest sustained level of achievement; the combination of these
marks determines the overall level of achievement ranging from 1 to 8. Please refer to the scholar handbook for more
information.
General Rules: While there are many individual tasks to complete, scholars will be expected to be an active and
productive member of their groups. The design process requires equal partnerships with all group members. To be
successful, teamwork is required, which includes everyone “carrying their equal load” in the assignments.