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Minnesota State-Approved Technical Skill Assessments 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
CERTIFICATION /
ASSESSMENT
TITLE
TYPEISSUING
ORGANIZATION
WEBSITEPlease report broken
web links
ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS /
PREREQUISITES
ADMINISTRA-
TION
ELIGIBILITY
(Written,
Online)
PASSING
SCORECOST COMMENTS
Engineering
Technology -
Pre-
Engineering;
Computer-
Aided Design;
Industrial
Design
Pre
Engineering/
Engineering
Technology
Academic
Assessment
NOCTI http://www.nocti.org/Bl
ueprintCategoryLinks.cf
m?category=Science,
Technology, Engineering
%26 Mathematics
Entry-level assessment
that verifies student
mastery of the
knowledge and skills that
provide the foundation
for all engineering
careers.
Online Criterion-
Referenced
Cut Score
http://www.
nocti.org/pdf
/CRCutScores
$22 for post-
test only;
$32 for pre-
test & post-
test
NOCTI Testing
Information for
Consortia
Leaders and/or
Testing
Coordinators
NOCTI TESTING
AGREEMENT
Engineering
Technology -
Pre-Engineer-
ing; Computer-
Aided Design;
Industrial
Design
Engineering
Technology
Academic
Assessment
SkillsUSA http://www.careeresse
ntials.org/wp-
content/uploads/2017/
07/EngineeringTechnolo
gy_blueprint.pdf
Entry-level assessment
that verifies student
mastery of the
knowledge and skills that
provide the foundation
for all engineering
careers.
Online 65% $15 per
assessment
for SkillsUSA
member;
$25 per
assessment
for non-
member
CLUSTER/
PATHWAY/
PROGRAM
● For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY
Each institution/ consortium should have a Testing
Coordinator who contacts NOCTI to obtain
assessment exams, proctoring information, data
management needs, and other important
functions.
Page 1 of 12
Minnesota State-Approved Technical Skill Assessments 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
CERTIFICATION /
ASSESSMENT
TITLE
TYPEISSUING
ORGANIZATION
WEBSITEPlease report broken
web links
ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS /
PREREQUISITES
ADMINISTRA-
TION
ELIGIBILITY
(Written,
Online)
PASSING
SCORECOST COMMENTS
CLUSTER/
PATHWAY/
PROGRAM
● For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARYSkillsUSA
Testing
Information for
Consortia
Leaders and/or
High School
Testing
Coordinators
SkillsUSA SITE COORD-
INATOR
Each
institution/consortium
should have a
coordinator who
contacts SkillsUSA to
obtain assessment
exams, proctoring
information, data
management needs,
and other important
functions.
Your Proctor name,
email address and phone
number are required
when ordering
assessments to be
administered to
students. Click here for
the SkillsUSA Work Force
Ready System Web site
and browse the various
Assessment Links and
other details:
http://www.careeressent
ials.org/Introduction to
Engineering
Design
PLTW
Introduction to
Engineering
Design
Academic
Assessment
Project Lead the
Way (PLTW)
http://www.pltw.org/pr
ogram-
support/assessment-
evaluation
Must be enrolled in
Project Lead the Way
course in Introduction to
Engineering Design to
take this exam.
Online
45 minute-
timed
Pass/Fail No Fee* *Fee for exam
for PLTW
Certified high
schools is part
of program fee.
Principles of
Engineering
PLTW Principles
of Engineering
Academic
Assessment
Project Lead the
Way (PLTW)
http://www.pltw.org/pr
ogram-
support/assessment-
evaluation
Must be enrolled in
Project Lead the Way
course in Principles of
Engineering to take this
exam.
Online
45 minute-
timed
Pass/Fail No Fee* *Fee for exam
for PLTW
Certified high
schools is part
of program fee.
Aerospace
Engineering
PLTW
Aerospace
Engineering
Academic
Assessment
Project Lead the
Way (PLTW)
http://www.pltw.org/pr
ogram-
support/assessment-
evaluation
Must be enrolled in
Project Lead the Way
course in Aerospace
Engineering to take this
exam.
Online
45 minute-
timed
Pass/Fail No Fee* *Fee for exam
for PLTW
Certified high
schools is part
of program fee.
Biomedical
Interventions
PLTW
Biomedical
Interventions
Academic
Assessment
Project Lead the
Way (PLTW)
https://www.pltw.org/o
ur-programs/pltw-
biomedical-science
Must be enrolled in
Project Lead the Way
course in Biomedical
Interventions to take this
exam.
Online
45 minute-
timed
Pass/Fail No Fee* *Fee for exam
for PLTW
Certified high
schools is part
of program fee.
Page 2 of 12
Minnesota State-Approved Technical Skill Assessments 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
CERTIFICATION /
ASSESSMENT
TITLE
TYPEISSUING
ORGANIZATION
WEBSITEPlease report broken
web links
ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS /
PREREQUISITES
ADMINISTRA-
TION
ELIGIBILITY
(Written,
Online)
PASSING
SCORECOST COMMENTS
CLUSTER/
PATHWAY/
PROGRAM
● For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARYCivil
Engineering and
Architecture
PLTW Civil
Engineering and
Architecture
Academic
Assessment
Project Lead the
Way (PLTW)
http://www.pltw.org/pr
ogram-
support/assessment-
evaluation
Must be enrolled in
Project Lead the Way
course in Civil
Engineering and
Architecture to take this
exam.
Online
45 minute-
timed
Pass/Fail No Fee* *Fee for exam
for PLTW
Certified high
schools is part
of program fee.
Computer
Integrated
Manufactur-
ing
PLTW Computer-
Integrated
Manufacturing
Academic
Assessment
Project Lead the
Way (PLTW)
http://www.pltw.org/pr
ogram-
support/assessment-
evaluation
Must be enrolled in
Project Lead the Way
course in Computer-
Integrated
Manufacturing to take
this exam.
Online
45 minute-
timed
Pass/Fail No Fee* *Fee for exam
for PLTW
Certified high
schools is part
of program fee.
Computer
Science
Principles
PLTW Computer
Science
Essentials
Academic
Assessment
Project Lead the
Way (PLTW)
https://www.pltw.org/o
ur-programs/pltw-
computer-science
Must be enrolled in
Project Lead the Way
course in Computer
Science Essentials to take
this exam.
Online
45 minute-
timed
Pass/Fail No Fee* *Fee for exam
for PLTW
Certified high
schools is part
of program fee.
Computer
Science
Principles
PLTW Computer
Science
Principles
Academic
Assessment
Project Lead the
Way (PLTW)
https://www.pltw.org/o
ur-programs/pltw-
computer-science
Must be enrolled in
Project Lead the Way
course in Computer
Science Principles to take
this exam.
Online
45 minute-
timed
Pass/Fail No Fee* *Fee for exam
for PLTW
Certified high
schools is part
of program fee.
Computer
Science
Principles
PLTW Computer
Science A
Academic
Assessment
Project Lead the
Way (PLTW)
https://www.pltw.org/o
ur-programs/pltw-
computer-science
Must be enrolled in
Project Lead the Way
course in Computer
Science A to take this
exam.
Online
45 minute-
timed
Pass/Fail No Fee* *Fee for exam
for PLTW
Certified high
schools is part
of program fee.
Page 3 of 12
Minnesota State-Approved Technical Skill Assessments 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
CERTIFICATION /
ASSESSMENT
TITLE
TYPEISSUING
ORGANIZATION
WEBSITEPlease report broken
web links
ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS /
PREREQUISITES
ADMINISTRA-
TION
ELIGIBILITY
(Written,
Online)
PASSING
SCORECOST COMMENTS
CLUSTER/
PATHWAY/
PROGRAM
● For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARYComputer
Science
Principles
PLTW
Cybersecurity
Academic
Assessment
Project Lead the
Way (PLTW)
https://www.pltw.org/o
ur-programs/pltw-
computer-science
Must be enrolled in
Project Lead the Way
course in Cybersecurity
to take this exam.
Online
45 minute-
timed
Pass/Fail No Fee* *Fee for exam
for PLTW
Certified high
schools is part
of program fee.
Digital
Electronics
PLTW Digital
Electronics
Academic
Assessment
Project Lead the
Way (PLTW)
http://www.pltw.org/pr
ogram-
support/assessment-
evaluation
Must be enrolled in
Project Lead the Way
course in Digital
Electronics to take this
exam.
Online
45 minute-
timed
Pass/Fail No Fee* *Fee for exam
for PLTW
Certified high
schools is part
of program fee.
Environmental
Sustainability
PLTW
Environmental
Sustainability
Academic
Assessment
Project Lead the
Way (PLTW)
http://www.pltw.org/pr
ogram-
support/assessment-
evaluation
Must be enrolled in
Project Lead the Way
course in Environmental
Sustainability to take this
exam.
Online
45 minute-
timed
Pass/Fail No Fee* *Fee for exam
for PLTW
Certified high
schools is part
of program fee.
Engineering
Technology
Engineering
Principles I
Academic
Assessment
Precision Exams https://s3.amazonaws.c
om/pe-wp-media/wp-
content/uploads/2016/
09/12101126/Engineeri
ng-Principles-I-601-.pdf
Foundation course in the
Engineering career
pathway.
Online Criterion-
Referenced
Cut Score
$8 per
assessment -
$8 for pre-
test; $8 for
post-test
80% or Higher
to Earn a Career
Skills Certificate
Robotics Robotics I (612) Academic
Assessment
Precision Exams https://s3.amazonaws.c
om/pe-wp-media/wp-
content/uploads/2016/
09/12151344/Robotics-I-
612.pdf
Electrical and
engineering concepts are
assessed at a level I in
robotics.
Online Criterion-
Referenced
Cut Score
$8 per
assessment -
$8 for pre-
test; $8 for
post-test
80% or Higher
to Earn a Career
Skills Certificate
Page 4 of 12
Minnesota State-Approved Technical Skill Assessments 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
CERTIFICATION /
ASSESSMENT
TITLE
TYPEISSUING
ORGANIZATION
WEBSITEPlease report broken
web links
ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS /
PREREQUISITES
ADMINISTRA-
TION
ELIGIBILITY
(Written,
Online)
PASSING
SCORECOST COMMENTS
CLUSTER/
PATHWAY/
PROGRAM
● For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARYRobotics Robotics II (622) Academic
Assessment
Precision Exams https://s3.amazonaws.c
om/pe-wp-media/wp-
content/uploads/2016/
09/12151232/Robotics-
II-622.pdf
Electrical and
engineering concepts are
assessed at a level 2 in
robotics.
Online Criterion-
Referenced
Cut Score
$8 per
assessment -
$8 for pre-
test; $8 for
post-test
80% or Higher
to Earn a Career
Skills Certificate
Mechanical
Drafting
CAD Mechanical
Design I
Academic
Assessment
Precision Exams https://s3.amazonaws.c
om/pe-wp-media/wp-
content/uploads/2016/
09/12100849/CAD-
Mechanical-Design-I-
661-.pdf
Level 1 Uuse of 2D CAD
software, sketching,
drawing layout,
geometric construction,
orthographic projection,
and dimensioning.
Online Criterion-
Referenced
Cut Score
$8 per
assessment -
$8 for pre-
test; $8 for
post-test
80% or Higher
to Earn a Career
Skills Certificate
Mechanical
Drafting
CAD Mechanical
Design II
Academic
Assessment
Precision Exams https://s3.amazonaws.c
om/pe-wp-media/wp-
content/uploads/2016/
09/12100849/CAD-
Mechanical-Design-I-
661-.pdf
Level 2 Uuse of 2D CAD
software, sketching,
drawing layout,
geometric construction,
orthographic projection,
and dimensioning.
Online Criterion-
Referenced
Cut Score
$8 per
assessment -
$8 for pre-
test; $8 for
post-test
80% or Higher
to Earn a Career
Skills Certificate
Page 5 of 12
Minnesota State-Approved Technical Skill Assessments 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
CERTIFICATION /
ASSESSMENT
TITLE
TYPEISSUING
ORGANIZATION
WEBSITEPlease report broken
web links
ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS /
PREREQUISITES
ADMINISTRA-
TION
ELIGIBILITY
(Written,
Online)
PASSING
SCORECOST COMMENTS
CLUSTER/
PATHWAY/
PROGRAM
● For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARYPrecision Exams
Testing
Information for
Consortia
Leaders and/or
High School
Testing
Coordinators
Precision
Exams
SITE COORD-
INATOR
Each
institution/consortium
should have a
coordinator who
contacts Precision
Exams to obtain
assessment exams,
proctoring information,
data management
needs, and other
important functions.
Your Proctor name,
email address and phone
number are required
when ordering
assessments to be
administered to
students. Click here for
the Precision Exams Web
site and browse the
various Assessment Links
and other details:
http://www.precisionexa
ms.com
Page 6 of 12
Minnesota State-Approved Technical Skill Assessments 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
CERTIFICATION /
ASSESSMENT
TITLE
TYPEISSUING
ORGANIZATION
WEBSITEPlease report broken
web links
ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS /
PREREQUISITES
ADMINISTRA-
TION
ELIGIBILITY
(Written,
Online)
PASSING
SCORECOST COMMENTS
CLUSTER/
PATHWAY/
PROGRAM
● For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY
Engineering
Technology
Academic
Assessment
Skills USA http://www.careeresse
ntials.org/wp-
content/uploads/2017/
07/EngineeringTechnolo
gy_blueprint.pdf
Entry-level assessment
that verifies student
mastery of the
knowledge and skills that
provide the foundation
for all engineering
careers.
Online 65% $15 per
assessment
for SkillsUSA
member;
$25 per
assessment
for non-
member
SkillsUSA
Testing
Information for
Consortia
Leaders and/or
High School
Testing
Coordinators
SkillsUSA SITE COORD-
INATOR
Each
institution/consortium
should have a
coordinator who
contacts SkillsUSA to
obtain assessment
exams, proctoring
information, data
management needs,
and other important
functions.
Your Proctor name,
email address and phone
number are required
when ordering
assessments to be
administered to
students. Click here for
the SkillsUSA Work Force
Ready System Web site
and browse the various
Assessment Links and
other details:
http://www.careeressent
ials.org/
● For use at POSTSECONDARY For use at POSTSECONDARY For use at POSTSECONDARY
Applied
Engineering
Technology I.E.
Automation;
Biomedical;
Calibration;
Hydraulic;
Industrial
Electronics/
Electricals;
Pneumatic;
Robotics;
Computer-
Aided Drafting
& Design,
Mechanical
Drafting, Etc.
Page 7 of 12
Minnesota State-Approved Technical Skill Assessments 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
CERTIFICATION /
ASSESSMENT
TITLE
TYPEISSUING
ORGANIZATION
WEBSITEPlease report broken
web links
ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS /
PREREQUISITES
ADMINISTRA-
TION
ELIGIBILITY
(Written,
Online)
PASSING
SCORECOST COMMENTS
CLUSTER/
PATHWAY/
PROGRAM
● For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARYEngineering
Principles I
Academic
Assessment
Precision Exams https://s3.amazonaws.c
om/pe-wp-media/wp-
content/uploads/2016/
09/12101126/Engineeri
ng-Principles-I-601-.pdf
Foundation course in the
Engineering career
pathway.
Online Criterion-
Referenced
Cut Score
$8 per
assessment -
$8 for pre-
test; $8 for
post-test
80% or Higher
to Earn a Career
Skills Certificate
Precision Exams
Testing
Information for
Consortia
Leaders and/or
High School
Testing
Coordinators
Precision
Exams
SITE COORD-
INATOR
Each
institution/consortium
should have a
coordinator who
contacts Precision
Exams to obtain
assessment exams,
proctoring information,
data management
needs, and other
important functions.
Your Proctor name,
email address and phone
number are required
when ordering
assessments to be
administered to
students. Click here for
the Precision Exams Web
site and browse the
various Assessment Links
and other details:
http://www.precisionexa
ms.com
Applied
Engineering
Technology I.E.
Automation;
Biomedical;
Calibration;
Hydraulic;
Industrial
Electronics/
Electricals;
Pneumatic;
Robotics;
Computer-
Aided Drafting
& Design,
Mechanical
Design, Etc.
Page 8 of 12
Minnesota State-Approved Technical Skill Assessments 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
CERTIFICATION /
ASSESSMENT
TITLE
TYPEISSUING
ORGANIZATION
WEBSITEPlease report broken
web links
ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS /
PREREQUISITES
ADMINISTRA-
TION
ELIGIBILITY
(Written,
Online)
PASSING
SCORECOST COMMENTS
CLUSTER/
PATHWAY/
PROGRAM
● For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARYPre
Engineering/
Engineering
Academic
Assessment
NOCTI http://www.nocti.org/Bl
ueprintCategoryLinks.cf
m?category=Science,%2
0Technology,%20Engine
ering%20%26%20Mathe
matics
Entry-level assessment
that verifies student
mastery of the
knowledge and skills that
provide the foundation
for all engineering
careers.
Online Criterion-
Referenced
Cut Score
http://www.
nocti.org/pdf
/CRCutScores
$22 for post-
test only;
$32 for pre-
test & post-
test
NOCTI Testing
Information for
Consortia
Leaders and/or
Testing
Coordinators
NOCTI TESTING
AGREEMENT
Each institution/
consortium should have
a Testing Coordinator
who contacts NOCTI to
obtain assessment
exams, proctoring
information, data
management needs,
and other important
functions.
Click here for getting
started:
http://www.nocti.org/Ge
ttingStarted.cfm
Applied
Engineering
Technology I.E.
Automation;
Biomedical;
Calibration;
Hydraulic;
Industrial
Electronics/
Electricals;
Pneumatic;
Robotics;
Computer-
Aided Drafting,
Mechanical
Design, Etc.
Page 9 of 12
Minnesota State-Approved Technical Skill Assessments 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
CERTIFICATION /
ASSESSMENT
TITLE
TYPEISSUING
ORGANIZATION
WEBSITEPlease report broken
web links
ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS /
PREREQUISITES
ADMINISTRA-
TION
ELIGIBILITY
(Written,
Online)
PASSING
SCORECOST COMMENTS
CLUSTER/
PATHWAY/
PROGRAM
● For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARYRobotics Robotics I (612) Academic
Assessment
Precision Exams https://s3.amazonaws.c
om/pe-wp-media/wp-
content/uploads/2016/
09/12151344/Robotics-I-
612.pdf
Electrical and
engineering concepts are
assessed at a level I in
robotics.
Online Criterion-
Referenced
Cut Score
$8 per
assessment -
$8 for pre-
test; $8 for
post-test
80% or Higher
to Earn a Career
Skills Certificate
Robotics Robotics II (622) Academic
Assessment
Precision Exams https://s3.amazonaws.c
om/pe-wp-media/wp-
content/uploads/2016/
09/12151232/Robotics-
II-622.pdf
Electrical and
engineering concepts are
assessed at a level 2 in
robotics.
Online Criterion-
Referenced
Cut Score
$8 per
assessment -
$8 for pre-
test; $8 for
post-test
80% or Higher
to Earn a Career
Skills Certificate
Computer
Aided Drafting
and Design
CAD Mechanical
Design I
Academic
Assessment
Precision Exams https://s3.amazonaws.c
om/pe-wp-media/wp-
content/uploads/2016/
09/12100849/CAD-
Mechanical-Design-I-
661-.pdf
Level 1 Uuse of 2D CAD
software, sketching,
drawing layout,
geometric construction,
orthographic projection,
and dimensioning.
Online Criterion-
Referenced
Cut Score
$8 per
assessment -
$8 for pre-
test; $8 for
post-test
80% or Higher
to Earn a Career
Skills Certificate
Computer
Aided Drafting
and Design
CAD Mechanical
Design II
Academic
Assessment
Precision Exams https://s3.amazonaws.c
om/pe-wp-media/wp-
content/uploads/2016/
09/12100849/CAD-
Mechanical-Design-I-
661-.pdf
Level 2 Uuse of 2D CAD
software, sketching,
drawing layout,
geometric construction,
orthographic projection,
and dimensioning.
Online Criterion-
Referenced
Cut Score
$8 per
assessment -
$8 for pre-
test; $8 for
post-test
80% or Higher
to Earn a Career
Skills Certificate
Page 10 of 12
Minnesota State-Approved Technical Skill Assessments 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
CERTIFICATION /
ASSESSMENT
TITLE
TYPEISSUING
ORGANIZATION
WEBSITEPlease report broken
web links
ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS /
PREREQUISITES
ADMINISTRA-
TION
ELIGIBILITY
(Written,
Online)
PASSING
SCORECOST COMMENTS
CLUSTER/
PATHWAY/
PROGRAM
● For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARYManufactur-
ing Engineering
Technician
Engineering
Technology
Academic
Assessment
Skills USA http://www.careeresse
ntials.org/wp-
content/uploads/2017/
07/EngineeringTechnolo
gy_blueprint.pdf
Entry-level assessment
that verifies student
mastery of the
knowledge and skills that
provide the foundation
for all engineering
careers.
Online 65% $15 per
assessment
for SkillsUSA
member;
$25 per
assessment
for non-
member
Manufactur-
ing Engineering
Technician /
Technology
Pre
Engineering/
Engineering
Academic
Assessment
NOCTI http://www.nocti.org/Bl
ueprintCategoryLinks.cf
m?category=Science,%2
0Technology,%20Engine
ering%20%26%20Mathe
matics
Entry-level assessment
that verifies student
mastery of the
knowledge and skills that
provide the foundation
for engineering careers.
Online Criterion-
Referenced
Cut Score
http://www.
nocti.org/pdf
/CRCutScores
$22 for post-
test only;
$32 for pre-
test & post-
test
Pre Engineering Engineering
Technology
Academic
Assessment
Skills USA http://www.careeresse
ntials.org/wp-
content/uploads/2017/
07/EngineeringTechnolo
gy_blueprint.pdf
Entry-level assessment
that verifies student
mastery of the
knowledge and skills that
provide the foundation
for all engineering
careers.
Online 65% $15 per
assessment
for SkillsUSA
member;
$25 per
assessment
for non-
member
Page 11 of 12
Minnesota State-Approved Technical Skill Assessments 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
CERTIFICATION /
ASSESSMENT
TITLE
TYPEISSUING
ORGANIZATION
WEBSITEPlease report broken
web links
ELIGIBILITY
REQUIREMENTS /
PREREQUISITES
ADMINISTRA-
TION
ELIGIBILITY
(Written,
Online)
PASSING
SCORECOST COMMENTS
CLUSTER/
PATHWAY/
PROGRAM
● For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARY For use at SECONDARYPre-
Engineering
Pre
Engineering/
Engineering
Academic
Assessment
NOCTI http://www.nocti.org/Bl
ueprintCategoryLinks.cf
m?category=Science,%2
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for all engineering
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Minnesota Common Core Competencies 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Secondary Postsecondary
MEASURE 01.01.01 Apply and create
appropriate models, concepts, and processes for
an assigned situation, and apply them in solving
the problem.Y Y
MEASURE 01.01.02 Explain the impact of
assumptions, initial conditions, boundary
conditions, and other constraints on problem
solutions.Y Y
MEASURE 01.02.01 Evaluate mathematical
solutions for reasonableness. Y Y
MEASURE 01.02.02 Apply and create
appropriate models, concepts, and processes for
an assigned situation, and apply them in solving
the problem.
Y Y
MEASURE 01.02.03 Apply appropriate data
collection methods, and the means of displaying
data to help make decisions.Y Y
MEASURE 01.02.04 Apply appropriate statistical
analysis methods & the means of displaying data
to help make decisions.Y Y
KEY: Y = Essential ; N = Not Essential ; O = Optional
COMMENTS
Comment from Secondary: Principles and
standards refer to the Minnesota Academic
Standards in mathematics - All high school
engineering students should take high school
courses in algebra, trigonometry, and probability
& statistics; in addition, if going for a two-year
degree in engineering, then students should
additionally take pre-calculus; if planning to go
into 4-year engineering, then students should
also take calculus.
Comment from Business/Industry: Applied
math all the way through (2 + 2 + 2) - continue
the rigor.
PERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE
TOPIC 1: ACADEMIC FOUNDATIONS: Achieve additional academic knowledge and skills required to pursue the full range of career and education
opportunities within the Engineering and Technology career pathway.
INDICATOR 01.01 Using the guiding
principles and standards of
mathematics, apply concepts and
processes to solve science, engineering,
technology, and mathematics (STEM)
problems.
INDICATOR 01.02 Apply and use
algebraic, geometric, trigonometric, and
probability & statisical relationships,
characteristics, and properties to solve
problems.
COMMON CORE
COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group -
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Minnesota Common Core Competencies 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Secondary Postsecondary
KEY: Y = Essential ; N = Not Essential ; O = Optional
COMMENTSPERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE
COMMON CORE
COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group -
MEASURE 01.03.01 Apply scalar and vector
quantities as applied to physical systems, such as
the relationship between position, velocity, and
acceleration.
O Y
Comment from Secondary: Optional due to MN
Academic Standards, physics or chemistry is
required to graduate from high school.
MEASURE 01.03.02 Select the appropriate
system of measurements to apply fundamental
law and principles relevant to engineering and
technology.
Y Y
e.g. Meters, calipers, measuring devices
MEASURE 01.04.01 Demonstrate the ability to
use Newton’s Laws of Motion to analyze static
and dynamic systems with and without the
presence of external forces.
Y Y
Comment from Secondary: Optional due to MN
Academic Standards, physics or chemistry is
required to graduate from high school
MEASURE 01.04.02 Use the laws of
conservation of energy, change, and momentum
to solve a variety of problems involving
mechanical, fluid, chemical, biological, electrical,
and thermal systems.
O Y
e.g.Ohms law
MEASURE 01.04.03 Use the relationships
between energy, work, and power to solve a
variety of problems involving mechanical, fluid,
electrical, and thermal systems.
O Y
MEASURE 01.04.04 Use Ohm's Law to analyze a
variety of problems involving mechanical, fluid,
electrical, and thermal systems.O Y
Comment from Secondary: Optional due to MN
Academic Standards, physics or chemistry is
required to graduate from high school
MEASURE 01.04.05 Understand the principles of
general optics in physics.O O
Comment from Secondary: Optional due to MN
Academic Standards, physics or chemistry is
required to graduate from high school
INDICATOR 01.04 Demonstrate
knowledge and skills of physics in
technology and engineering.
INDICATOR 01.03 Demonstrate the
ability to select, apply, and convert
systems of measurement to solve
problems.
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Minnesota Common Core Competencies 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Secondary Postsecondary
KEY: Y = Essential ; N = Not Essential ; O = Optional
COMMENTSPERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE
COMMON CORE
COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group -
MEASURE 01.05.01 Develop concepts and
processes for the application of technology
standards.O O
MEASURE 01.05.02 Apply the processes and
concepts for science literacy relative to
engineering and technology. Y Y
Comment for Secondary & Postsecondary:
International Technology and Engineering
Educators Association (ITEEA) standards for
technology literacy
MEASURE 02.01.01 Use effective methods to
communicate concepts of STEM to a broadly
represented audience.O O
Comment from Secondary & Postsecondary:
Business -industry validation team
recommended 'optional'. Example would be
'making presentations with peers.' MEASURE 02.01.02 Effectively communicate
STEM information to a select audience. Y Y
MEASURE 02.01.03 Apply the ability to read,
interpret, and analyze technical materials
discerning the information and concepts.Y Y
MEASURE 02.02.01 Interpret messages or
information provided that clarifies issues, ideas,
plans, projects, or processes.Y Y
MEASURE 02.02.02 Respond and restate
information that will clarify techniques to be
used and information to be applied to projects,
plans, or processes.
Y Y
INDICATOR 02.01 Prepare technical
materials in oral, written, or visual
formats that provide information to an
intended audience.
TOPIC 2: COMMUNICATIONS - Communicate clearly and effectively with reason including technical terminology and information.
INDICATOR 01.05 Explain the
relationships between scientific theory
and principles in technology and
engineering.
INDICATOR 02.02 Apply active listening
skills to obtain or clarify information
pertaining to plans, processes, projects,
or designs.
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Minnesota Common Core Competencies 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Secondary Postsecondary
KEY: Y = Essential ; N = Not Essential ; O = Optional
COMMENTSPERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE
COMMON CORE
COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group -
MEASURE 02.02.03 Respond and restate
information that will clarify techniques applied
to design and redesign.Y Y
MEASURE 03.01.01 Apply the engineering
design process to solve problems. Y Y
MEASURE 03.01.02 Apply the skills required in
project development to track and assess the
progress of a plan, process, or project as
assigned.
Y Y
MEASURE 03.01.03 Understand the importance
of quality assurance and apply it to an assigned
project. Y Y
MEASURE 03.02.01 Apply the concepts and
processs in requirements analysis and
configuration control while working with plans,
processes, and projects as assigned.
Y Y
e.g., Medical, agricultural, biotechnological,
energy and power, information and
communication, transportation, manufacturing,
and construction.
MEASURE 03.02.02 Identify and apply the
appropriate concepts and processes to solve
problems.Y Y
e.g. Formulas, theories
MEASURE 03.02.03 Use simulations, modeling
techniques, and computer applications to solve
problems.Y Y
1) Define the problem; 2) Do background
research; 3) Specify requirements; 4) Brainstorm
solutions; 5) Choose the best solution; 6) Do
development work; 7) Demonstrate thorugh
mechanical prototyping; 8) Test and redesign.
INDICATOR 03.02 Use mathematics,
science, and technology concepts and
processes to solve problems in projects
involving design and/or production.
INDICATOR 03.01 Apply the
engineering design process to solve
problems.
TOPIC 3: PROBLEM-SOLVING AND CRITICAL THINKING - Utilize critical thinking skills to make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. Employ
valid, reliable research strategies. Demonstrate creativity and innovation.
INDICATOR 02.02 Apply active listening
skills to obtain or clarify information
pertaining to plans, processes, projects,
or designs.
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Minnesota Common Core Competencies 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Secondary Postsecondary
KEY: Y = Essential ; N = Not Essential ; O = Optional
COMMENTSPERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE
COMMON CORE
COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group -
MEASURE 04.01.01 Use technology tools in
support of gathering, storage, and transfer of
data or results in appropriate formats to support
assigned projects.
Y Y
MEASURE 04.01.02 Select and use technology
devices to meet the requirements of a plan,
process, project, report, issue, or problem. Y Y
MEASURE 04.02.01 Use technology tools to
manipulate data creating reports, plans,
processes, or projects from data provided.Y Y
MEASURE 04.02.02 Use modeling, simulation,
or visual reproduction to effectively analyze,
create, and/or communicate to others regarding
plans, projects, problems, issues or processes.
O O
Comment from Business/Industry: Modeling,
simulation, & visual reproduction is the direction
business is going.
MEASURE 04.02.03 Apply current computer
applications and software to a process, project,
or plan.O Y
MEASURE 04.02.04 Understand statistical tools
that verify the reliability or validity of the data
used or collected in the plan, project, process, or
problem.
O Y
TOPIC 4: TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS - Use technology to enhance productivity.
INDICATOR 04.01 Effectively use
technology tools to gather, store, and
communicate data in appropriate
formats.
INDICATOR 04.02 Evaluate and use
skills relating to the differing
technological tools used to manipulate,
report, or operate with data acquisition.
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Minnesota Common Core Competencies 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Secondary Postsecondary
KEY: Y = Essential ; N = Not Essential ; O = Optional
COMMENTSPERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE
COMMON CORE
COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group -
MEASURE 04.03.01 Select and use technology
tools to collect, analyze, synthesize, and display
data to solve problems.
Y Y
Comment from Secondary & Postsecondary:
Microsoft Office Suite is not commonly used in
secondary due to cost but strongly
recommended.
Comment from Business/Industry: Expectation
from business is that all students have basic
Office Suite skills. MEASURE 04.03.02 Interpret basic computer
aided engineering drawings. Y Y
MEASURE 04.03.03 Create basic computer-
aided engineering drawings. O Oe.g. PLTW courses; CAD software
MEASURE 04.03.04 Recognize credible
technology resources in engineering and
technology.Y Y
MEASURE 05.01.01 Demonstrate respect
relating to clients, associates, and supervisors. Y Y
MEASURE 05.01.02 Contribute to the team with
ideas, suggestions and effort. Y Y
MEASURE 05.01.03 Listen and respond
appropriately to team member contributions. Y Y
MEASURE 05.01.04 Work collaboratively with
coworkers from other backgrounds/ cultures. Y Y
INDICATOR 05.01 Understand roles
within teams, work units, departments,
organizations, intra-organizational
systems, and the larger environment.
Identify how key organizational
performance and the quality of products
and services.
TOPIC 5: ORGANIZATIONAL AND GLOBAL SYSTEMS – Understand the environmental, social, and economic impacts of decisions within an organization.
Understand global context of industries and careers.
INDICATOR 04.03 Select and use
different forms of communications
technology in engineering and
technology.
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Minnesota Common Core Competencies 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Secondary Postsecondary
KEY: Y = Essential ; N = Not Essential ; O = Optional
COMMENTSPERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE
COMMON CORE
COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group -
MEASURE 05.01.05 Resolve differences for the
benefit of the team. Y Y
MEASURE 05.01.06 Understand their
responsibility of tasks necessary to complete a
project.Y Y
MEASURE 05.01.02 Understand the
global context of industry and careers.
MEASURE 05.02.01 Understand the global
context of industry and careers.Y Y
INDICATOR 06.01 Develop an
awareness of health, safety and
environmental hazards.
MEASURE 06.01.01 Use appropriate safety
techniques, equipment, and processes in
planning and /or project applications.Y Y
INDICATOR 06.02 Complete work tasks
in accordance with employee rights and
responsibilities and employers
obligations to maintain workplace safety
and health.
MEASURE 06.02.01 Understand rules and laws
designed to promote safety and health in the
workplace. (i.e. Minnesota OSHA, OSHA
standardsY Y
e.g. Minnesota OSHA, OSHA Standards
Comment from Secondary/Postsecondary:
Check on SDS (Safety Data Sheets) for additional
measures; also Employee-Right-To-Know.
MEASURE 06.03.01 Use knowledge of First Aid
procedures as necessary. Y YComment from Secondary: Required in MN
State Standards
MEASURE 06.03.02 Use knowledge of CPR
procedures as necessary. Y YComment from Secondary: Required in MN
State Standards
MEASURE 06.03.03 Use safety equipment as
necessary. Y Y
INDICATOR 05.01 Understand roles
within teams, work units, departments,
organizations, intra-organizational
systems, and the larger environment.
Identify how key organizational
performance and the quality of products
and services.
TOPIC 6: SAFETY, HEALTH, AND ENVIRONMEN – Understand the importance of safety, health, and environmental management systems and their
importance to organizational performance and regulatory compliance.
INDICATOR 06.03 Employ emergency
procedures as necessary to provide aid
in workplace accidents.
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Minnesota Common Core Competencies 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Secondary Postsecondary
KEY: Y = Essential ; N = Not Essential ; O = Optional
COMMENTSPERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE
COMMON CORE
COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group -
INDICATOR 06.04 Employ knowledge of
response techniques in a disaster and/or
emergency response plan.
MEASURE 06.04.02 Comply with emergency
and/or disaster plan as necessary.
Y Y
e.g. Lock-down procedures, medical
emergencies.
MEASURE 07.01.01 Understand the various
roles of leaders within organizations.
Y Y
e.g. Contribute ideas; share in building an
organization; act as role models to employees
by adhering to company policies, procedures,
and standards; promote the organization’s
vision; and mentor others.
INDICATOR 07.01.02 Employ organizational and
team development skills to foster positive
working relationships and accomplish
organizational goals. Y Y
e.g. Use positive interpersonal skills representing
different cultures, genders, and backgrounds to
develop and gain commitment to team goals;
initiating or replying to
work/customers/coworkers, etc.; model
leadership and teamwork qualities to aid in
employee morale.INDICATOR 07.01.03 Use teamwork skills to
achieve collective goals and use team members'
talents effectively. Y Y
e.g. Promote the full involvement and use of
team members' individual talents and skills;
demonstrate teamwork skills to achieve
particular tasks.
TOPIC 7: LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORK - Use leadership in collaborating with others to accomplish productive organizational goals and objectives with an
awareness of cultural/global competence.
INDICATOR 07.01 Establish and
maintain effective working relationships
with all levels of personnel and other
departments in order to accomplish
objectives and tasks.
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Minnesota Common Core Competencies 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Secondary Postsecondary
KEY: Y = Essential ; N = Not Essential ; O = Optional
COMMENTSPERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE
COMMON CORE
COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group -
MEASURE 07.01.04 Identify qualities of an
effective worker in relation to others in the work
situation.
Y Y
e.g. Show up for work/ drug-free, on time,
ready to work, with drivers license; manage time
effectively; display self-discipline to accomplish
tasks; provide and receive constructive
feedback; display trust, positive attitude,
integrity, and willingness to accept key
responsibilities in a work situation.Refer to code
of conduct & MSSC.MEASURE 07.01.05 Identify traits of effective
teams in relation to self, team, community,
diversity, environment, and global competence
when working with others. Y Y
e.g. Trust, positive attitude, integrity, and
willingness to work as a productive member in a
team; understand the role of supervisor &
coworkers; refrain from criticizing the boss or
organization.
MEASURE 08.01.01 Explain personal and long-
term workplace consequences of ethical or legal
behaviors.Y Y
MEASURE 08.01.02 Determine and explain the
most appropriate responses to workplace
situations based on legal and ethical
considerations.
Y Y
e.g. Confidentiality on the job, noncompliant
agreements, "just" culture for all coworkers, and
customers/clients.
MEASURE 08.01.03 Demonstrate standards of
legal and ethical behavior related to technology
and digital citizenship. Y Y
e.g. Data integrity
TOPIC 8: ETHICS AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES –Know, understand, and model the importance of ethics, integrity, and legal responsibilities.
INDICATOR 07.01 Establish and
maintain effective working relationships
with all levels of personnel and other
departments in order to accomplish
objectives and tasks.
INDICATOR 08.01 Know, understand,
and model the importance of ethics,
integrity, and legal responsibilities.
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Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Secondary Postsecondary
KEY: Y = Essential ; N = Not Essential ; O = Optional
COMMENTSPERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE
COMMON CORE
COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group -
MEASURE 08.02.01 Locate and understand
information on organizational policies,
handbooks, and manuals.Y Y
e.g. Sexual harrassment, data disclosure, and
diversity awareness.
MEASURE 08.02.02 Discuss how organizational
policies and procedures influence a specific work
situation.Y Y
MEASURE 09.01.01 Understand how personal
conduct affects job success.
Y Y
Comment from Secondary & Postecondary:
Knowing yourself, employment etiquette,
supporting supervisor & coworkers, effective
interpersonal relations and appropriate use of
social media.
MEASURE 09.01.02 Manage work roles and
responsibilities to balance them with other life
roles and responsibilities.Y Y
e.g. Seeking help when needed - for example,
going to Human Resources for assistance.
MEASURE 09.01.03 Identify and demonstrate
positive personal qualities and work behaviors
needed to be employable. Y Y
e.g. Self-discipline, self-worth, positive attitude,
integrity, flexbility, cultural competence,
willingness to learn new knowledge and skills,
good nutrition and health habits including being
drug free.
MEASURE 09.01.04 Identify how financial
capabilities affects job performance and success
on the job.Y Y
e.g. Living above your means, poor personal
choices.
INDICATOR 09.01 Understand how
personal health, personal conduct, and
financial well-being affects job success.
TOPIC 9: CAREER DEVELOPMENT, EMPLOYABILITY, AND CITIZENSHIP –Attend to personal health and financial well-being. Know and understand the
importance of employability skills. Plan education and career paths aligned to personal goals and employability goals. Act as a responsible and contributing
citizen and employee.
INDICATOR 08.02 Interpret and explain
written organizational policies and
procedures to help employees perform
their jobs according to employer rules
and expectations.
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Minnesota Common Core Competencies 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Secondary Postsecondary
KEY: Y = Essential ; N = Not Essential ; O = Optional
COMMENTSPERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE
COMMON CORE
COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group -
MEASURE 09.02.01 Determine appropriate
educational and work history highlights to
include in a career portfolio/ resume/ document. Y Y
e.g. Personal responsibility, resume.
MEASURE 09.02.02 Create a record of career,
work experiences, licenses, certifications and
products.Y Y
e.g. Personal responsibility, resume, Personal
Learning Plan (PLP).
MEASURE 09.02.03 Organize electronic or
physical portfolio/ resume/ document. Y Ye.g. Work experience, licensure, certification and
product for use in - demonstrating knowledge,
skills, and experiences.
MEASURE 09.03.01 Pursue education and
training opportunities to acquire skills necessary
for career advancement.O Y
e.g. Optional at high school based on school
policies, practices, and programs.
MEASURE 09.03.02 Examine the organization
and structure of various segments of the
industry to prepare for career advancement.O Y
MEASURE 09.03.03 Research local and regional
labor (workforce) market and job growth
information to project potential for
advancement.
O Y
MEASURE 09.03.04 Participate in relevant
conferences, workshops, mentoring activities
and in-service training to stay current with
recent changes in the field.
O Y
INDICATOR 09.02 Maintain a career
portfolio, industry certification, and/or
licensure to document knowledge, skills
and experience in a career field.
INDICATOR 09.03 Demonstrate skills in
evaluating and comparing employment
opportunities in order to accept
employment positions that match career
goals.
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Minnesota Common Core Competencies 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Secondary Postsecondary
KEY: Y = Essential ; N = Not Essential ; O = Optional
COMMENTSPERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE
COMMON CORE
COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group -
MEASURE 09.03.05 Research and examine
licensing, certification and credentialing
requirements at the national, state and local
levels to maintain compliance with industry
requirements. O Y
MEASURE 10.01.01 Use knowledge, techniques,
and skills necessary for all engineering practices. Y YComment from Secondary/Postsecondary:
Topic 10 measures address all areas of
engineering.
MEASURE 10.01.02 Utilize effective
organizational skills, resources, continuous
improvement, working with teams, and time
management.
Y Y
e.g. Lean manufacturing, production.
MEASURE 10.02.01 Use and apply appropriate
technology for assigned tasks. O Ye.g. Probes, sensors, measuring systems,
calipers, and micrometers.
MEASURE 10.02.02 Safely operate all
equipment used within assigned task. Y Y
MEASURE 10.02.03 Use, handle, and store tools
and materials correctly, perform basic
preventative maintenance, understanding the
results of negligence and improper maintenance
or improper calibration.
Y Y
e.g. Industry-specific; worker directed by
supervisor.
Foundations of Engineering
INDICATOR 09.03 Demonstrate skills in
evaluating and comparing employment
opportunities in order to accept
employment positions that match career
goals.
TOPIC 10: TECHNICAL LITERACY – Apply technical knowledge and skills required to pursue careers in the Engineering and Technology career pathway.
INDICATOR 10.02 Develop processes
and concepts for the use of technology
which model technical competence.
INDICATOR 10.01 Apply technical
application in engineering.
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Minnesota Common Core Competencies 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Secondary Postsecondary
KEY: Y = Essential ; N = Not Essential ; O = Optional
COMMENTSPERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE
COMMON CORE
COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group -
MEASURE 10.03.01 Explain why and how the
contributions of great innovators are important
to society.Y Y
Comment from Business/Industry: Education-
related, not employement related.
MEASURE 10.03.02 Explain the elements and
steps of the design process and tools or
techniques that can be used for each step.Y Y
MEASURE 10.03.03 Describe design constraints,
criteria, and trade-offs in regard to variety of
conditions (e.g. technology, cost, safety, society,
the environment, time, human resources,
manufacturability).
Y Y
MEASURE 10.04.01 Apply the design process,
including understanding customer needs,
interpreting and producing design constraints
and criteria, planning and requirements analysis,
brainstorming and idea generation, using
appropriate modeling and prototyping testing,
verification and implementation.
Y Y
MEASURE 10.04.02 Evaluate a design or
product and improve the design using testing,
modeling, and research.Y Y
MEASURE 10.04.03 Record and organize
information and test data during the design and
redesign evaluation.Y Y
MEASURE 10.05.01 Apply simple machines in
various systems. Y Y
INDICATOR 10.04 Develop processes
and concepts to apply the design
process.
INDICATOR 10.05 Identify and apply
simple machines.
INDICATOR 10.03 Describe the
processes and concepts for
understanding the engineering design
process.
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Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Secondary Postsecondary
KEY: Y = Essential ; N = Not Essential ; O = Optional
COMMENTSPERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE
COMMON CORE
COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group -
MEASURE 10.05.02 Demonstrate the ability to
determine mechanical advantage of various
mechanical systems.Y Y
MEASURE 10.06.01 Explain the relationships
between amplitude, wavelength, frequency,
period, and speed of a wave.O Y
MEASURE 10.06.02 Demonstrate a functional
knowledge of electrical/ electronic/ control
symbols and schematics.O Y
MEASURE 10.06.03 Apply the principles of
Ohm's law, series and parallel circuits, and
Watt's Law.Y Y
MEASURE 10.06.04 Use precision electronic test
equipment including DMM and lab scopes to
measure current, voltage, resistance, continuity,
and wave form.
O Y
MEASURE 10.06.05 Safely and efficiently
troubleshoot electrical/electronic/control
systems.Y Y
MEASURE 10.06.06 Determine electrical/
electronic/ control system interactions with
other engineering systems.Y Y
MEASURE 10.06.07 Apply documentation for
service and repair. O OComment from Postsecondary: Essential for
biomedical equipment.
INDICATOR 10.07 Identify and apply
fluid power systems.
MEASURE 10.07.01 Understand simple fluid
power systems for mechanical advantage.Y Y
Comment from Business/Industry: Essential in
business (e.g. Automotive industry). Business is
looking for educators to consider adding this to
courses.
INDICATOR 10.06 Identify, test and
apply electrical/ electronic/ control
systems.
INDICATOR 10.05 Identify and apply
simple machines.
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Minnesota Common Core Competencies 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Secondary Postsecondary
KEY: Y = Essential ; N = Not Essential ; O = Optional
COMMENTSPERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE
COMMON CORE
COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group -
MEASURE 10.08.01 Apply equilibrium equations
to solve for reactions in structures. Y OComment from Postsecondary: Program specific
MEASURE 10.08.02 Define load as it relates to
specific structure examples (e.g., bridge). Y OComment from Postsecondary: Program specific
MEASURE 10.08.03 Define moment of inertia as
it relates to specific examples. Y OComment from Postsecondary: Program specific
MEASURE 10.08.04 Conduct vector analysis. Y O
Comment from Postsecondary: Program specific
MEASURE 10.09.01 Determine physical
properties as it relates to specific materials.Y O
Comment from Secondary: Under current MN
state standards, this is addressed in science.
Comment from Postsecondary: Program specific
MEASURE 10.09.02 Define stress and strain as it
relates to material properties. Y OComment from Postsecondary: Program specific
MEASURE 10.09.03 Conduct destructive and
non-destructive material testing. O OComment from Postsecondary: Program specific
MEASURE 10.09.04 Analyze material failures.O O
Comment from Postsecondary: Program specific
Foundations of Dynamics/ Kinematics
MEASURE 10.10.01 Define velocity and
displacement. O OComment from Postsecondary: Program specific
MEASURE 10.10.02 Demonstrate knowledge of
linear and circular motion including acceleration. O OComment from Postsecondary: Program specific
INDICATOR 10.10 Identify dynamics/
kinematics.
INDICATOR 10.08 Identify and define
engineering statics
INDICATOR 10.09 Explain and test
specific material categories used in
engineering and technology.
Foundations of Statics
Foundations of Material and Materials Testing
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Minnesota Common Core Competencies 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Secondary Postsecondary
KEY: Y = Essential ; N = Not Essential ; O = Optional
COMMENTSPERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE
COMMON CORE
COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group -
MEASURE 10.10.03 Demonstrate knowledge of
trajectory motion. O OComment from Postsecondary: Program specific
MEASURE 11.01.01 Identify what it means to
add value to a product from a customer
perspective. O Y
e.g. Define flexibility, standardization,
inconsistency and waste.
MEASURE 11.01.02 Demonstrate the concepts
of Just In Time (JIT). O Ye.g. Inventory in the manufacturing industry.
INDICATOR 11.02 Identify & explain
strategies designed to eliminate waste
to improve manufacturing or production
process.
MEASURE 11.02.01 Explain the 7 "wastes" of
manufacturing, i.e., Needless Transport, Excess
Inventory, Wastes Motion, Waiting,
Overproduction, Over Processing, Defects as
they relate to continuous improvement.
O Y
e.g., TIMWOOD (Needless Transport, Excess
Inventory, Wastes Motion, Waiting,
Overproduction, Over Processing, Defects) -
Moving the product around unnecessarily is a
waste of time, effort, and likelihood htat it will
be damaged.
INDICATOR 11.03 Explain continuous
improvement and waste management
processes.
MEASURE 11.03.01 Engage employee/team
participation in any continuous improvement
process. Define efficiency, effectiveness, and
flexibility. O O
e.g. Define efficiency, effectiveness, and
flexibility.
e.g. Lean Manufacturing - understand
environmental impacts; proper disposal; use of
supplies and equipment.
INDICATOR 11.03 Identify Lean
Manufacturing/ Production Processes.
MEASURE 11.03.01 Explain employee/team
participation in Lean Manufacturing/ Production
as it relates to continuous improvement.O Y
e.g. Inventory in the manufacturing industry
INDICATOR 11.01 Identify the history of
Lean Manufacturing/ Production
principles.
INDICATOR 10.10 Identify dynamics/
kinematics.
TOPIC 11: LEAN MANUFACTURING/ PRODUCTION - Use of knowledge, skills and tools required to increase efficiencies, decrease waste and using empirical
methods to decide what matters to improve quality and reduce total costs in a manufacturing/engineering process.
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Minnesota Common Core Competencies 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Secondary Postsecondary
KEY: Y = Essential ; N = Not Essential ; O = Optional
COMMENTSPERFORMANCE INDICATOR PERFORMANCE MEASURE
COMMON CORE
COMPETENCIES- Consensus among work group -
MEASURE 11.04.01 Explain ISO9000 family of
standards as it relates to quality management
systems.O Y
MEASURE 11.04.02 Explain the requirements
that organizations must meet to qualify for the
ISO 9000 family standards. O Y
INDICATOR 11.04 Identify ISO 9000
family.
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Technical Skill Assessment Blueprint 7/1/2017
Pathway: Engineering and TechnologyCluster: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
SECONDARYPOST-
SECONDARY
BUSINESS &
INDUSTRY
% of
Assessment
↓
% of
Assessment
↓
% of
Assessment
↓
TOPIC
1
ACADEMIC FOUNDATIONS: Achieve additional academic knowledge and skills
required to pursue the full range of career and education opportunities within the
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics career cluster and/or
Engineering and Technology career pathway.
30% 25% 25%
TOPIC
2
COMMUNICATIONS - Communicate clearly and effectively with reason including
technical terminology and information. 8% 5% 10%
TOPIC
3
PROBLEM-SOLVING AND CRITICAL THINKING - Utilize critical thinking skills to
make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. Employ valid, reliable
research strategies. Demonstrate creativity and innovation. 18% 15% 15%
TOPIC
4
TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS - Use technology to enhance productivity.
7% 10% 10%
TOPIC
5
ORGANIZATIONAL AND GLOBAL SYSTEMS – Understand the environmental,
social, and economic impacts of decisions within an organization. Understand
global context of industries and careers. 4% 5% 5%
TOPIC
6
SAFETY, HEALTH, AND ENVIRONMENT – Understand the importance of safety,
health, and environmental management systems and their importance to
organizational performance and regulatory compliance. 5% 5% 5%
TOPIC
7
LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORK - Use leadership in collaborating with others to
accomplish productive organizational goals and objectives with an awareness of
cultural/global competence. 6% 5% 10%
TOPIC
8
ETHICS AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES –Know, understand, and model the
importance of ethics, integrity, and legal responsibilities. 5% 5% 5%
TOPIC
9
CAREER DEVELOPMENT, EMPLOYABILITY, AND CITIZENSHIP –Attend to personal
health and financial well-being. Know and understand the importance of
employability skills. Plan education and career paths aligned to personal goals
and employability goals. Act as a responsible and contributing citizen and
employee.
6% 5% 5%
TOPIC
10
TECHNICAL LITERACY – Apply technical knowledge and skills required to pursue
careers in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics career cluster
and/or Engineering and Technology career pathway.11% 20% 10%
100% 100% 100%
An "assessment blueprint" is a document that indicates the knowledge and skills that will
be covered in an assessment instrument and the percentage of the assessment that will be
devoted to each area of knowledge and skills. The Minnesota assessment blueprints will be
used to review the appropriateness of existing assessments by determining how closely those
assessments match up to what the Engineering and Technology career pathway working
groups have determined should be assessed. The assessment blueprints can also be used to
guide the development of new assessments where suitable third-party assessments do not
exist.
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Minnesota Program of Study
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics: Engineering and TechnologyCareer Pathway Plan of Study for ►Learners ►Parents ►Counselors ►Teachers/Faculty--Effective Graduates 2015 & Beyond
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English/
Language ArtsMath Science
Social Studies/
Sciences
Other Required Courses
Other Electives
Recommended Electives
Learner Activities
*Career and Technical Courses
and/or Degree Major Courses for the
Engineering and Technology Career
Pathway
Career Pathway
SAMPLE
Occupations Relating
to This Pathway
9
English/
Language Arts I
Algebra I or
Geometry
Earth or Life or
Physical Science
Government &
Citizenship/
Geography
• Introduction to Engineering Design
10English/
Language Arts II
Geometry or
Algebra II
Biology U.S. History • Principles of Engineering
• Information Technology
11
English/
Language Arts III
Algebra II or
Pre-calculus or
Calculus
Chemistry or
Physics or CTE
Science Equivalent
World History • Aerospace Engineering
• Architecture and Civil Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Computer-Aided Design
• Computer Science Principles
• Computer Integrated Manufacturing
• Digital Electronics
• Environmental Sustainability
College Placement Assessments-Academic/Career Advisement Provided
12
English/
Language Arts IV
Precalculus or
Calculus or AP
Calculus
AP Science or
Physics II
Economics (Ag.
Ed./ Bus. Ed./
Social Studies)
• Engineering Design & Development
• Work-based Learning (Internship or
Apprenticeship)
Articulation/Dual Credit Transcripted-Postsecondary courses may be taken/moved to the secondary level for articulation/dual credit purposes.
Year
1
• Core Engineering Courses - Engineering
Analysis, Engineering Design
Year
2
• Core Engineering Courses - Engineering
Processes
Year
3
• Continue Engineering Courses in the
Area of Specialization
Year
4
• Continue Engineering Courses in the
Area of Specialization
Interest Inventory Administered and Plan of Study Initiated for all Learners
This Career Pathway Plan of Study (based on the Engineering and Technology Pathway of the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Career Cluster) can serve as a guide, along with other career planning materials, as
learners continue on a career path. Courses listed within this plan are only recommended coursework and should be individualized to meet each learner’s educational and career goals. *This Plan of Study, used for learners at an
educational institution, should be customized with course titles and appropriate high school graduation requirements as well as college entrance requirements.
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All plans of study should
meet local and state high
school graduation
requirements and college
entrance requirements
including art, health, and
physical education. Certain
local student organization
activities such as SkillsUSA,
FFA, HOSA, BPA or other
student organizations
(First Robotics, VEX
Robotics) are also
important for personal
growth and leadership
development.
All plans of study need to
meet learners’ career goals
with regard to required
degrees, licenses,
certifications or journey
worker status. Certain
local student organization
activities such as PAS,
HOSA, College BPA, or
SkillsUSA may also be
important to include.
Continue courses in the area of specialization.
Required Goals Determined by Local College Program in College Year 1 and 2 -
Goal 1: Communication; Goal 2: Critical Thinking/Problem-Solving; Goal 4:
Mathematical/Logical Reasoning; Goal 5: History and the Social and Behavior
Sciences; Goal 6: The Humanities and the Arts; Goal 7: Human Diversity; Goal 8:
Global Perspective; Goal 9: Ethical and Civic Responsibility; Goal 10: People and
the Environment
Occupations Requiring Less Than
Baccalaureate Degree
►Agriculture Technician
►CAD Technician
►Electronics Technician
►Maintenance & Instrument Technician
►Manufacturing Technician
►Product/Process Technician
►Manufacturing Technician
►Product/Process Technician
►Quality Assurance/Control Technician
►Robotics Technician
Occupations Requiring Baccalaureate
Degree or Masters Degree:
►Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineer
►Agriculture Engineer
►Architectural Engineer
►Automotive Engineer
►Biomedical Engineer
►Chemical Engineer
►Civil Engineer
►Communications Engineer
►Computer Engineer
►Construction Engineer
►Electrical Engineer
►Geothermal Engineer
►Industrial Engineer
►Manufacturing Engineer
►Marine Engineer
►Mechanical Engineer
►Metallurgist
►Mining Engineer
►Teacher - Technology Education
►Transportation Engineer
Continue courses in the area of specialization.