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K–12 Standards

Engineering Problem-Solving

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Apply safety principles, practices, philosophy, and guidelines to the work environment. STS.HS.15.1

  • a

    Complete applicable safety assessment with 100% accuracy.STS.HS.15.1.a

  • b

    Employ eye protection in compliance with Neb. Rev. Statute 79–715.STS.HS.15.1.b

  • c

    Employ appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while in the lab setting.STS.HS.15.1.c

  • d

    Employ the safe application of tools and machines.STS.HS.15.1.d

  • e

    Explain the main hazards that are possible in the lab setting.STS.HS.15.1.e

  • f

    Demonstrate proper handling and storing of materials. STS.HS.15.1.f

Describe engineering as a profession.STS.HS.15.2

  • a

    Identify opportunities and employment trends in the engineering branches.STS.HS.15.2.a

  • b

    Identify training, education, certification, and licensing requirements for careers in the different engineering branches.STS.HS.15.2.b

Employ the engineering design process to solve an engineering problem.STS.HS.15.3

  • a

    Define an engineering problem.STS.HS.15.3.a

  • b

    Research possible solutions.STS.HS.15.3.b

  • c

    Design viable solutions.STS.HS.15.3.c

  • d

    Identify the materials, tools, emerging technologies, and equipment needed to manufacture a solution to an engineering problem.STS.HS.15.3.d

  • e

    Solve mathematical and scientific problems required to create engineering solutions. STS.HS.15.3.e

  • f

    Determine structural requirements and specifications.STS.HS.15.3.f

  • g

    Estimate costs for the solution. STS.HS.15.3.g

Explain professional engineering communications.STS.HS.15.4

  • a

    Identify a concise problem statement.STS.HS.15.4.a

  • b

    Explain the use of informal and formal presentations, using appropriate media, to engage and inform audiences. STS.HS.15.4.b

  • c

    Explain the documentation of the design process and project work using engineering drawings, engineering standards, and documentation protocols.STS.HS.15.4.c

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Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12

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