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CEMS

Center for Engineering, Mathematics, and Science
@ Blaine High School
The Center for Engineering, Mathematics and Science [CEMS] at Blaine High
School is a program designed for students who want an integrated and rigorous
in-depth math, science and engineering focus.

CENTER FOR ENGINEERING, MATHEMATICS, AND SCIENCE
REQUIRED COURSES FOR CEMS
Honors Physics 9
Computer Skills for Engineers CEMS
PLTW AC Honors Introduction to Engineering Design
PLTW AC Honors Principles of Engineering
PLTW AC Honors Engineering Design and Development
Mathematics CEMS
Intermediate Algebra CEMS
Honors Advanced Algebra CEMS
Statistics and Probability CEMS
or
AP Statistics CEMS
English CEMS
Honors English 9 CEMS
Honors English 10 CEMS
ELECTIVE COURSES FOR CEMS
PLTW AC Honors Digital Electronics [BHS only]
PLTW AC Honors Computer Science Principles
[BHS only]
PLTW AC Honors Civil Engineering and Architecture
PLTW AC Honors Aerospace Engineering
PLTW AC Honors Environmental Sustainability
PLTW AC Honors Computer Science A

GRADES
9
9
9
10
12

PLTW AC Honors Principles of Engineering

9
9, 10
9, 10, 11, 12

Honors Advanced Algebra

9
10
GRADES
10, 11, 12
10, 11, 12
11, 12
11, 12
11, 12
11, 12

PREREQUISITES

PREREQUISITES

PLTW AC Honors Principles of Engineering [BHS only]
PLTW AC Honors Principles of Engineering [BHS only]
PLTW AC Honors Principles of Engineering [BHS only]

Acceptance into CEMS at BHS is a required prerequisite for all CEMS courses.

Honors Physics 9
Prerequisite/Selection Process: Acceptance
into CEMS at BHS
Intended Audience: Grade 9 enrolled in
the CEMS program at BHS
Credit: Two trimesters = 1.0 credit
Major Outcomes:
• In depth understanding of concepts
related to mechanics, fluids, thermodynamics, waves [sound and light], electricity
and magnetism
Projects, Activities, etc.: Lab work and
research investigations
Instructional Focus: Computer-enhanced
small and large group lecture and lab
activities

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Computer Skills for Engineers CEMS
Prerequisite/Selection Process: Acceptance
into CEMS at BHS
Intended Audience: Grade 9
Credit: One trimester = 0.5 credit
Major Outcomes:
• Proficiency in word processing,
spreadsheet, database, graphic and
charting presentations
• Introduction to gaming
Projects, Activities, etc.: Business and
personal documents, computer-generated
presentations, participation in the Internet
Science and Technology Fair
Instructional Focus: Hands-on computerized
activities and Microsoft Office software
Co-curricular Connection: BPA

PLTW AC Honors Introduction to
Engineering Design
Prerequisite/Selection Process: Acceptance
into CEMS at BHS
Intended Audience: Grades 9
Credit: Two trimesters = 1.0 credit
Meets arts requirement [1.0 credit]
PLTW college credit can be earned
Major Outcomes:
• Introduction to engineering design
• Problem solving using design
development process
• Process of product design
• Develop, create and analyze product
models
Projects, Activities, etc.: Engage in
engineering animations
Instructional Focus: Use computer 3-D
modeling software for design and projects
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