Invention & Innovation Standards

In the Invention and Innovation course, students will work individually, and in groups, to examine and solve societal problems through research, data collection, design, experimentation, and technology selection to produce a functional invention/innovation. Students will study the history of inventions and innovations, their impact on society, and how technologies have changed over time. Using the engineering design process, students will create a solution to a problem while demonstrating proper safety techniques in the lab. Students will also examine the process for patenting and protecting their inventions and innovations.

The Invention and Innovation course reinforces the areas of math, science, social studies, and language arts through practical application and/or hands on activities. Exposure to Engineering and Technology related careers, work ethics and leadership skills will be important components in this course.