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Aerospace,
Engineering and Naval Science Technology Academy
Mission Statement: The purpose of this academy is to make students aware of the
career opportunities available to them in Aerospace, Engineering
and Naval Science Technology , provide instruction to prepare
students for entry level positions and/or provide preparation
for post secondary programs for professional careers in these
fields. The academy will also provide career shadowing opportunities,
internships and co-curricular activities related to careers
in aerospace, engineering and the United States Navy.
The academy will also provide state of the art instruction with
strong linkages to math and science curricular related to aerospace
and engineering careers. Students participating in the academy
will also receive a comprehensive challenging academic curriculum
in all subject areas.
Academy Goals
· Academic preparation for students entering post-secondary
programs.
· Establish potential career focus for students.
· Expose students to the world of work through potential
career activities such as shadowing professionals, working with
mentors, and serving internships in aerospace and engineering
environments.
· Prepare students to use state of the art technologies
that they will encounter in the aerospace and engineering technology
field.
· Instruct students so they can apply knowledge gained
to solve problems and use technology related to aerospace and
engineering technology.
Academy Objectives
· Meet competency-based curriculum objectives for mathematics
and science in related areas.
· Meet Florida Sunshine State Standards for Technology
Education Courses
· Provide students with computer literacy skills.
· Prepare scientifically literate students.
· Meet International Technology Education Association
Standards for technology education courses.
Academy Competencies
Students will know and be able to apply scientific knowledge
to solving real world problems.
Students will have competent computer skills.
Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge and use of the
scientific method as a means of investigation.
Students will develop professional presentation skills.
Students will demonstrate the proper use of tools, materials
and processes in a safe and appropriate manner.
Students will develop portfolios to document their knowledge,
skills, and competencies.
Students will investigate career opportunities and make career
choices based on experience.
Students will demonstrate competencies through participation
in competitions, expositions and co-curricular
activities.
Evaluation
Competency-Based Curriculum
Program Completion
Improved test scores
Higher attendance rates and better discipline
Potential Careers
Pilot/Astronaut/Payload Specialist
Aerospace Navigator/Communications Specialist
Aerospace Engineer
Airport Manager/Airline Management
Electronics or Aviation Technician
Aerospace Materials/Manufacturing Technician
United States Navy
United States Coast Guard
United States Merchant Marine
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