This course will introduce and expand on knowledge of Design, Technology, and Engineering (DTE)as educational content areas. Through instruction and direct experience, participants will develop knowledge and skill related to: (1) design as a creative and innovative technological process; (2) technology as processes, knowledge and skills focused on meeting human needs; and (3) engineering as the focused application science, technology, and math knowledge and skills through systematic problem solving processes. Learning activities will be based on the DTE problem solving process and will address a variety oflearning styles through the construction of operating models, products, systems, and environments that demonstrate solution to problems. [ 3 credits ]