Great Plains Technology Center

Pre-Engineering-PLTW

Teacher and a student with a big smile, working on engineering project.
Pre-Engineering student working assembling a project.
Pre- engineering student working with tools.
Two students working on an engineering project.
Student working on an electrical engineering project.

Who can attend?

  High School

You will learn to:

  • Work individually and in teams to solve unique engineering challenges using advanced science and mathematics
  • Explore, experience, and create innovative projects in the diverse fields of engineering
  • Invent, design, and apply solutions to complex engineering projects from concept to completion

Location

 Lawton - Main Campus

Description

This is an intensive three-year academy that enables you to look at different types of engineering while emphasizing higher academics. You will study pre-engineering through Project-Lead-the-Way curriculum that will introduce you to the concepts and principles of engineering, with a strong emphasis on developing problem solving skills. You will also study advanced math courses that may include Advanced  Algebra II, AP Precalculus, AP Calculus, and AP Physics as well as advanced science courses such as Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, Advanced Chemistry, and AP Biology. When you complete the program, you will have been exposed to a diverse curriculum that will better equip you to choose a major at the college/university level. You will also have the strong math and science foundation needed to enter a college/university program in a science related fiel

Education Paths

The following list for this program does not represent immediate opportunities; additional training is required for the options listed.

  • A career in science
  • A career in technology
  • A career in mathematics
  • A career in engineering
  • A career in research and development
  • A career in laboratory, testing, and investigative service

Scheduling Information

Class Meets: Monday - Friday
AM Session: 8:00 am-11:00am 
PM Session: 11:50am-2:50pm
720 hours - 2 years
1080 hours - 3 years

Cost of Attendance Summary 

Secondary (High School) Students

  • Tuition: Free
  • Student Estimated Expenses 2yr: $263.00
  • Student Estimated Expenses 3yr: $255.00

Applying for this Program

Christopher Meyer
Pre-Engineering-PLTW Instructor

Contact:

cmeyer@greatplains.edu

Alanna Prater
Pre-Engineering-PLTW Instructor

Contact:
580-250-5615
aprater@greatplains.edu