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Engineering Pathway

Case Example: Designing a Sustainable Water Filtration System for Remote Communities​

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English: Developing a Business Proposal

  • Students work in teams to research and draft a comprehensive business proposal for a sustainable water filtration system. In English class, they learn how to structure the proposal, write a compelling executive summary, and clearly describe their technical design. Emphasis is placed on professional tone, logical argumentation, and persuasive writing to justify the feasibility and impact of their solution.

 

STEM: Engineering the Solution

  • In STEM classes, students design and prototype a water filtration system. They learn about filtration materials, fluid dynamics, and sustainable energy sources. Using the design process, they apply scientific methods to test and optimize their system's efficiency in removing contaminants, considering environmental and logistical constraints. Teachers guide students in creative problem-solving and iterative design improvements.

 

Mathematics: Quantitative Analysis and Optimization

  • Mathematics plays a crucial role in ensuring the solution is both efficient and cost-effective. Students perform calculations to determine flow rates, pressure loss, and filter capacity. They use data modeling to predict system performance over time and calculate the total cost of implementation. Math class focuses on applying algebra, geometry, and statistical analysis to enhance the technical and economic aspects of the project.

 

Business: Financial Planning and Market Analysis

  • Business classes focus on integrating financial and market strategies into the technical design. Students create detailed budgets for material costs and maintenance, perform market analysis to gauge the system's demand, and develop risk mitigation strategies. This ensures the water filtration system is not only innovative but also financially sustainable and scalable for broader deployment.

Mandatory courses to take:

  • SPH4U - Physics

  • SCH4U - Chemistry

  • MHF4U - Advanced Functions

  • MCV4U - Calculus and Vectors

  • ENG4U - English

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English

  • Effective communication is critical in engineering. English classes teach students how to write clear and persuasive business proposals for technical projects. Students learn to articulate complex engineering solutions, justify decisions, and present findings in a professional manner—essential skills for engineers when communicating with stakeholders, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.

 

STEM

  • Engineering is about solving real-world problems. STEM classes provide students with the foundational technical knowledge and design principles needed to develop innovative engineering solutions. Teachers guide students in applying scientific methods, analyzing materials, and designing systems to address specific project needs, emphasizing problem-solving and creativity.

 

Mathematics

  • Mathematics underpins every engineering discipline. Students develop the ability to use quantitative reasoning, data analysis, and modelling to solve complex engineering problems. Math classes strengthen students' capacity to optimize designs, analyze performance, and ensure precise calculations, all of which are essential for engineering feasibility studies and technical proposals.

 

Business

  • In engineering, financial feasibility and risk management are crucial for project success. Business classes teach students to create financial plans, forecasts, and management strategies that align with engineering objectives. Depending on the focus of the case, students analyze market demands, calculate production costs, and assess risks to ensure that technical innovations are economically viable and scalable for real-world applications.​​

 

University Majors in this Pathway:

  • Software Engineering

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Electrical Engineering

  • Computer Engineering

  • Chemical Engineering

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