Engineering 102 in High School (HS)

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What is Engineering 102 HS?

Engineering 102 HS is designed to bring high school students into the University of Arizona, College of Engineering community. It is an introductory engineering course that engineering students are required to complete. Engineering 102 introduces students to engineering design principles and practices as well as to emerging and current challenges within the field. The course also provides students with a perspective on the various engineering disciplines, which helps them select an engineering degree program that best fits their skills and interests. Engineering 102 HS is an opportunity for high school juniors and seniors, enrolled in pre-calculus or above, to receive college credit while still in high school.

What are the Projects in ENGR 102 HS?

The course consists of two major design projects:

• Solar ovens
• Catapults

Additional projects are chosen by the students and teacher from a list of projects provided by the UA College of Engineering. In addition to hands-on projects and design, each class is given the opportunity to visit campus during the academic school year. The visit offers a private tour of UA engineering labs and facilities. The College of Engineering can also provide schools with a sample curriculum template.

How Do Students Enroll?

Students from participating high schools are allowed to enroll as a University of Arizona, non-degree seeking student. Online registration for ENGR 102 HS will be available in the fall, 2012. Please note that tuition billed for ENGR 102 HS has been reduced by 70% through a College of Engineering scholarship, making this course an excellent way for high school students to meet an Engineering Degree requirement and save money on college tuition. Most high schools grant concurrent high school credit for ENGR 102 HS as well.

Where Will ENGR 102 HS be Taught and by Whom?

ENGR 102 HS is taught on the high school campus by a certified teacher with extensive experience in AP Math and/or Science (preferably a physical or chemical science).  ENGR 102 HS teachers attend a summer training workshop to prepare them to teach the college level course. The workshop provides training and education on the course curriculum and projects, as well as the computer software used in the course. For an extensive list of our participating high schools and teacher bios please see the table below.

What are the Goals for ENGR 102 HS?

• Demonstrate how engineers use math and science to help people in a variety of global, economic, environmental, and cultural settings.
• Increase high school students’ belief in their ability to pursue and succeed in the engineering profession.
• Expose students to the infinite possibilities within the field of engineering.
• Offers students an inside look at the U of A College of Engineering through campus visits and lab tours.
• Provides high school students 3 units of required U of A engineering coursework at significantly reduced tuition.

What are the Responsibilities of the High Schools?

• Participating high schools provide a classroom and qualified instructor for ENGR 102 HS.
• In order to maintain a diverse classroom experience, Engineering 102 HS requires enrollments of 15 to 30 students per class — twenty students is a good target number.
• High schools are asked to screen students who satisfy co-enrollment of pre-calculus or above before enrolling into the class.
• ENGR 102 HS will not be counted as a required math course under ABOR requirements for University admission.

What are the Responsibilities of the University of Arizona?

• The College of Engineering will supply the participating high schools with a basic curriculum as well as assist teachers with project development.
• Develop, coordinate and conduct the summer workshops for teacher training.
• Provide teachers with a stipend, room and board for the summer training workshop.
• Facilitate enrollment of participating students into the University of Arizona as a non-degree student.
• Some course materials are available for check out and College of Engineering funds are available for purchase of additional course materials and supplies. 
• Coordinate directly with participating high schools with regards to University of Arizona & College of Engineering admission and specialized campus visits.

Registration for Fall 2012 is Open Now!

*For Participating High Schools Only*

How Do I Register?

STEP 1: Complete the Parent Consent Form and return the bottom portion to your high school Engineering 102 teacher.

STEP 2: Complete the online application as a non-degree seeking student for the University of Arizona. Do not pay any application fees at this link!

STEP 3: Have your doctor or school nurse fill out the immunization requirement form and then submit your immunization records to the University of Arizona Campus Health Services.

STEP 4: Register and Pay for ENGR 102HS through the University of Arizona Outreach College. The tuition and fees are $475 and can be paid using a credit card. If you need help with the Outreach College registration, please call the Student Services Center at 1.800.955.8632 or 520.621.7724

Note: All of the above registration must be completed by September 30, 2012 to receive U of A credit for ENGR 102.

Who Can I Talk to if I Have Questions?

If you have questions, please contact J. Jill Rogers in the College of Engineering Academic Affairs Office at 520.626.3990 or by email at jjillrogers@email.arizona.edu.