The California CTE Model Curriculum for the Engineering Design Pathway provides learning opportunities for careers in the design and production of mechanical, electrical, and computer systems. See how SolidProfessor can help you meet the requirements of this curriculum.
Introduction to SOLIDWORKS
Engineering Graphics & Spatial Visualization
GD&T Essentials and Fundamental Skills
Engineering Design Pathway topics covered:
> C2.0-2.3 Understand the effective use of engineering design equipment.
> C3.0-3.3 Understand the sketching process used in concept development.
> C4.0-4.2 Understand measurement systems as they apply to engineering design.
Engineering Design Pathway topics covered:
> C4.0-4.2 Use proper projection techniques to develop orthographic drawings.
> C4.0-4.2 Understand the applications and functions of sectional views.
> C4.0-4.2 Understand the applications and functions of auxiliary views.
Engineering Design Pathway topics covered:
> C4.0-4.2 Understand and apply proper dimensioning standards to drawings.
> C4.0-4.2 Understand the tolerance relationships between mating parts.
> C4.0-4.2 Understand the methods of applying text to a drawing.
The need for engineering designers, drafters, and the like isn’t slowing down any time soon. For students who are interested in starting their career out of high school or a two-year university, CAD drafting would be a great fit. Students interested in pursuing a four-year university education should consider a career in design engineering.
When your students earn industry-recognized credentials, employers and college application review boards have solid proof that your students have the skills they say they do. Here are the top credentials for engineering design students in California.
In California, 7,863 companies use SOLIDWORKS, making the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) credential extremely valuable. SolidProfessor’s cert prep course is the No. 1 recommended preparation resource for the CSWA.
967 California companies use Inventor; you can prepare students for great careers challenging them to become Inventor Certified Users. SolidProfessor’s cert prep course will ensure that they pass the exam the first time!
The Architectural Design Pathway is an introductory CTE course teaching the nature of space, form, geometry, and more in architectural design. Students must develop designs using both traditional sketching methods and CAD software.
Introduction to Revit
AutoCAD Essentials
Introduction to Rhino
Architectural Design Pathway topics covered:
> A3.0-3.3 Understand the sketching processes used in concept development.
> A4.0-4.2 Understand the use of CAD in developing architectural designs.
> A6.0-6.4 Understand methods used to analyze simple structures.
> A7.0-7.4 Understand the properties of structural materials.
> A8.0-8.7 Systematically complete an architectural project.
Architectural Design Pathway topics covered:
> A3.0-3.3 Understand the sketching processes used in concept development.
> A4.0-4.2 Understand the user of CAD in developing architectural designs.
> A.7-7.4 Understand the properties of structural materials.
Architectural Design Pathway topics covered:
> A3.0-3.3 Understand the sketching processes used in concept development.
> A4.0-4.2 Understand the use of CAD in developing architectural designs.
> A6.0-6.4 Understand methods used to analyze simple structures.
There are thousands of available jobs for architectural designers, drafters, and the like in California. For students who are interested in starting their career out of high school or a two-year university, architectural drafting would be a great fit. Students who want to pursue a four-year degree should consider a career in architectural design.
Industry-recognized certifications provide solid evidence that your students have the skills they need in the workplace. They enhance resumes and college applications. Here are some of the top credentials for architectural design students in California.
477 companies in California use Revit. Give your students the skills they need by preparing them for the Revit Certified User exam with SolidProfessor’s cert prep course.
With 16,241 companies in California using AutoCAD software, helping your students become AutoCAD Certified Users ensures they’ll qualify for thousands of job opportunities.
Don’t let a lack of funding hold you back from accessing the tools and resources you need! We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of grants available for California schools that can be used to purchase a SolidProfessor Membership.
The Perkins Grant provides secondary and postsecondary schools with funding to support career and technical education programs — including engineering curriculum. Many schools use Perkins funding to pay for their SolidProfessor Membership. Learn more about Perkins funding in California.
Three times each school year, CalRTA sponsors teacher grants to support classroom activities. There is a 30-second entry form, and funding is provided with no strings attached.
The Foundation believes in creating educational opportunities that help prepare and inspire students to excel. By leveraging their resources and strategic initiatives, they can maximize the collective impact of educational initiatives focused on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM).
The program was established as a state education, economic, and workforce development initiative to provide pupils in K-12 with the knowledge and skills necessary to transition to employment and postsecondary education.
The State Board and Employment Development Department (EDD) will fund projects and partnerships to create and prototype innovative strategies that bridge education and workforce gaps for targeted populations, and initial implementation of promising models and practices in workforce system service delivery infrastructure.
The Foundation puts specific focus on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) and STEAM (which includes the arts) curricula, as well as workforce development programs that lead to productive career paths for young adults.
Engineering students are expected to know more now than ever. SolidProfessor helps connect the dots between theory and software to set students up for success in the workforce. Online training courses are provided at an extremely discounted price for classrooms, schools, and school districts. To learn more, schedule a short 30-minute meeting with our California Academic Specialist, Danielle Enriquez.
Use these free resources in your classroom right away to connect your students with fun projects, career information, and more.
> A complete packet of fun engineering design challenges for the classroom
> How SolidProfessor’s courses compliment PLTW’s engineering & architecture curricula
> Everything you need to know about preparing students for a career in engineering
> Why your students should be earning Technical Certificates
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