 Wichita State University
Wichita State University is the urban university in Kansas. WSU was founded in 1895 as a Congregational institution and now is a public state university and has an enrollment of more than 14,000. Wichita, Kansas was recently listed as one of the top ten "big cities" by Money Magazine and also is known as, "The Air Capital of the World," due to the high concentration of general aviation companies and their suppliers. Access to these companies in an urban setting enhances the traditional classroom experience by providing students greater opportunities in resources, contacts with business and government leaders, employment, and internships. The cooperative education program is in the top ten nationally and is the largest in Kansas. The College of Engineering offers six undergraduate engineering accredited degrees: aerospace, computer, electrical, industrial, manufacturing, and mechanical engineering. The college also offers five master of science and four doctor of philosophy degrees. Wichita State's reputation is enhanced by the National Institute for Aviation Research, a research center housing multiple opportunities for students interested in engineering. With more than 50 full time staff and more than 80 part time and student employees, the institute provides many students valuable learning opportunities outside of the traditional classroom.
Wichita State University became a PLTW Affiliate in 2006.
PLTW Summer Training Institute
Energy and the Environment (EE)
Starts: Aug 5, 2010
Ends: Aug 6, 2010
Session: 5
Cost: $800.00
Seats: 7 (2 available!)
Room And Board: Registration costincludes breakfast and lunch both days (dinner first evening.
Canceling less than ten days prior to the training will result in a $100 cancellation fee.
College Credit For Summer Training
Teachers may receive Wichita State University graduate credit for courses offered at the WSU PLTW Summer Training Institute by earning a passing grade in the PLTW course, enrolling in the graduate program and paying all applicable tuition and fees. Additional assignments may be necessary.
College Credit For High School Students
Secondary school students may opt to receive college credit in Wichita State University's Engineering programs for eligible PLTW courses:
- Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) = 3 credits - for Engineering Graphics (IME 222)
- Principles of Engineering (POE) = 3 credits for Introduction to Engineering (ENGR101)
Requirements:
- >= 80 percent average in the course
- >= 70 percent on the college credit exam
- Submission of the course portfolio
- submission of the $200 fee per course
The transcript shows the WSU-equivalent course name and number. The credits will not appear on the transcript until the student completes other courses at WSU.
More details and application form may be accessed at: www.wichita.edu/pltw
Contacts
Affiliate Director
Lawrence Whitman
College of Engineering
1845 Fairmount Ave.
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS 67260-0035
316-978-5907
316-978-3742 (fax)
larry.whitman@wichita.edu |
