Welcome toWelcome toPayne Junior High SchoolPayne Junior High School
Mr. NedowMr. Nedow
Room B9Room B9
PROJECT LEAD THE WAY
Who is Mr. Nedow?Who is Mr. Nedow?
• Native to MichiganNative to Michigan• Graduated from Central Graduated from Central
Michigan University & Northern Michigan University & Northern Arizona Univ.Arizona Univ.
• Teaching in Chandler since 2005Teaching in Chandler since 2005• Have a wife (Angie) son (Cole) Have a wife (Angie) son (Cole)
and daughter (Corrine)and daughter (Corrine)• Coach Boys BasketballCoach Boys Basketball• Coach Lego/Vex Robotics TeamCoach Lego/Vex Robotics Team
Student Expectations and Student Expectations and GradingGrading
• Materials (1” 3 Ring Binder, Materials (1” 3 Ring Binder, Pencils, & Flash Drive)Pencils, & Flash Drive)
• Grading is based on total points Grading is based on total points received on all homework, received on all homework, projects & class work projects & class work
PLTW CurriculumPLTW Curriculum
• This unit uses solid modeling software (a sophisticated mathematical technique for representing solid objects) as part of the design process. Utilizing this design approach, students understand how design influences their lives. Students also learn sketching techniques and use descriptive geometry as a component of design, measurement and computer modeling. Students brainstorm, research, develop ideas, create models, test and evaluate design ideas, and communicate solutions.
Quarter #1
Design and Modeling:
Quarter #2Quarter #2Automation and Robotics:Automation and Robotics:
• Students trace the history, development and influence of automation and robotics. They learn about mechanical systems, energy transfer, machine automation and computer control systems. Students acquire knowledge and skills in problem solving, teamwork collaboration and innovation.
FishertechnicsFishertechnics
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