Technology Education

Changing technology has created a growing need for people with experience and education in technical career fields. Many employers are experiencing shortages of highly trained technical people. Whether students are planning to go to college, technical college, or into employment right after high school, they will gain valuable information and technology skills. Careers of today require strong academic and technical preparation. By carefully planning course selection, students will improve their employment opportunities. Various student fees are part of Technology Education courses.

Technology Education Fees

Fees are part of some of our Tech Education courses in order to purchase course materials. The materials are used directly by students to complete projects assigned for the course. Two weeks after the semester begins, fees will be assigned to the students’ Skyward Fee Management account. Fees can be paid online via Skyward Family Access Fee Management. To request assistance for course fees, please contact your student’s counselor.

MOMENTUM Options

MOMENTUM expands on the robust Technology Education courses in an interdisciplinary way, and includes:

new and expanded career pathways in construction, design, manufacturing and transportation (automotive and aviation).
connections to local businesses
awareness of trade and technical school offerings
Senior Capstone experience for students who complete an advanced-level course

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Project Lead the Way

Minnetonka High School has been certified by Project Lead the Way (PLTW). This pre-engineering program is highly respected by universities and provides future engineering and architecture majors the opportunity to earn college credit at Minnesota universities.

PLTW design courses empower students with hands-on experience, teaching the design process and advanced software use. Through real-world projects, collaborative learning, and emphasis on innovation, students create both theoretical and real life models and designs.

Visit www.pltw.org for more information.

Course Listing

To filter courses by grade level, please type your grade (Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12) into the search bar above and click "search."

Advanced Architectural Design

Course: #6418
Grade(s) offered: 11-12
Credits: .5 (per semester)
Prerequisites: Architectural Drafting/Design

This course is appropriate for students seeking to continue advanced level experience in Architectural Design.

Advanced Engineering Design II

Course: #6421
Grade(s) offered: 11-12
Credits: .5 (per semester)
Prerequisites: Grade of B+ or higher in Advanced Engineering Design

Course Description: Engineering Design and Development (EDD) is the capstone course in the Minnetonka high school engineering program. It is an open-ended engineering research course in which students work to design and develop an original solution to a well-defined and justified open-ended problem by applying the engineering design process.

Advanced Engineering Design I

Course: #6420
Grade(s) offered: 11-12
Credits: .5 (per semester)
Prerequisites: Introduction to Engineering Design or Principles of Engineering

This course is appropriate for students seeking a continuing advanced level experience in Engineering Design.

Advanced Woodworking

Course: #6448
Grade(s) offered: 10-12
Credits: .5 (per semester)
Prerequisites: Woodworking

This course is designed for the advanced woodworking student.

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Architectural Drafting/Design

Course: #6414, S1
Course: #6416, S2
Grade(s) offered: 10-12
Credits: .5 (per semester)
This course requires completion of S1 and S2 to earn .5 Arts Credit
Prerequisites: None

This course instructs students in architectural design trends giving them a practical, hands-on experience in structural design, interior design, and floor planning.

Civil Engineering and Architecture

Course #: 6402, S1
Course #: 6404, S2
Grade(s) offered: 10-12
Credits: .5 (per semester)
Prerequisites: None

This Project Lead the Way course provides an overview of the many fields of Civil Engineering and Architecture.

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Engineering 3-D Computer Modeling (Tonka Online) - NEW FOR 2024-25

Course: # T6409
Grade(s) offered: Grades 9-12
Credits: 0.5 (single semester course)
Prerequisites: None

Engineering 3-D computer modeling focuses on 3D software design for applications in engineering and manufacturing. This is a good course for students who are interested in engineering, manufacturing, and/or related fields. This course provides an introduction to the basic principles of engineering computer aided design (CAD) and additive manufacturing, with a focus on creating new designs to solve engineering problems.

Engineering Design Fundamentals (Tonka Online)

Course: #T6405
Grade(s) offered: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Credits: .5 (Semester Course)
Prerequisites: None

This foundation in engineering and technology course is designed for students who are interested in learning about the field of engineering. Students of all backgrounds will explore the breadth of engineering-related career opportunities.

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Flight Training I: Private Pilot Operations

Course: #M7004, S1
Course: #M7005, S2
Grade(s) offered: Grade 12
Credits: .5 (per semester, full-year course)
Prerequisites: All Seniors interested in Aviation are encouraged to request this course. Preference will be given to those who completed Aviation I and II.

This course integrates the FAA private pilot curriculum with advanced flight simulation technology. Students will learn the fundamentals of flying airplanes through simulated flight training that closely mirrors real-world private pilot requirements.

Graphic Arts (Tonka Online)

Course: #6424
Online Option: #T6424
Grade(s) offered: 9-12
Credits: .5 (per semester)
This course completes .5 towards the Arts credit
Prerequisites: None

This online only course is an exploratory course open to all students seeking an introductory experience in Graphic Arts.

Home Renovation and Maintenance

Course: #6422
Grade(s) offered: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Credits: .5 (per semester)
Prerequisites: None

Home Renovation and Maintenance provides students with an opportunity to explore the many different areas that relate to planning and completing home renovation projects and other simple maintenance.

Introduction to Aviation: Flight Simulation

Course: M7000
Grade(s) offered: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Credits: .5 (one-semester course)
Prerequisites: None

This course provides a foundation in flying, aviation careers and history. Students will learn about the engineering process, problem solving, and innovations and technological developments that led to the aviation and aerospace industries of today.

Introduction to Aviation: UAS (Drone) Operation

Course: M7002
Grade(s) offered: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Credits: .0.5 (one-semester course)
Prerequisites: None

This course provides a comprehensive education in drone technology, regulations and practical flight skills. Students will gain hands-on flying experience, engage in flight simulation exercises, and obtain their recreation drone pilot certificate.

Introduction to Drafting

Course: #6400
Grade(s) offered: 9-12
Credits: .5 (per semester)
Prerequisites: None

Course Description:
This is an exploratory course open to all students seeking an introductory experience in architecture or engineering.

Introduction to Engineering Design

Course: #6406, S1
Course: #6408, S2
Grade(s) offered: 9-12
Credits: .5 (per semester)
This course requires completion of S1 and S2 to earn .5 Arts Credit
Prerequisites: None

This Project Lead the Way course explores the areas of engineering, through a hands-on, real-world problem-solving approach to learning.

Metals III Engineering

Course: #6440, S1
Course: #6442, S2
Grade(s) offered: 11-12
Credits: .5 (per semester)
Prerequisites: Metals II

Students will experience advanced applications of precision manufacturing using a variety of materials and processes. Students will have the latest precision manufacturing technology available to use.