The Engineering and STEM program provides students with an introduction to engineering and the skills critical to be competitive in today’s global workplace. Utilizing the nationally recognized “Project Lead the Way (PLTW): pathway to engineering” curriculum, students will apply classroom learning to investigate individual interests. Primary focus is placed on the product design process, robotics, and the incorporation of advanced technologies like 3D printing, advanced manufacturing, and laser engraving/cutting. Through mentorship opportunities, job shadowing, and interaction with industry representatives, academy students will be exposed to multiple career paths and post secondary courses of study.
What We Do
The STEM academy is a dynamic learning environment that simulates the facilities students can expect to experience in post secondary programs and industry. Students will utilize the most advanced technologies to engage in problem/project-based activities that model engineering principles.
Program Instructor
Dan Arensmeyer
Dan’s a retired Navy Officer, having served 28 years in various roles in the U.S. Submarine force, including Command of the USS Henry M. Jackson. He holds degrees in Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Management from the U.S. Naval Academy and Old Dominion University and has extensive experience in shipboard Nuclear Reactor and Steam Plant operations and maintenance. He comes to Stafford from the Naval Nuclear Laboratory in Schenectady, NY where he served for three years as a Program Manager for the Navy’s Nuclear Power Training Program. He and his wife Darcie reside in Weybridge VT and have three children.
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Courtney Casey, Class of 2015
Stafford ended up being like a second home. I looked forward to coming to class everyday because you don’t just sit there and stare at a book, you get hands on experience, which was really helpfull for me to completely understand what I was learning.
Program Advisory Committee
| Name | Business |
|---|---|
| Steve Wiegers | Hubbardton Forge |
| David Sunderland | Carris Reels |
| Gina Kelley | |
| Sarah Clapp | GE Aviation |
| Eliza Cox | Green Mountain Power |
| Mallory Ezequelle | OMYA |
| Dan Roswell | RCPS |
Dual Enrollment/College Credits
Articulation/Co-Curricular Enrollment: New Hampshire Technical Institute – up to 15 credits, Rochester Institute of Technology – up to 12 credits.
Certifications
OSHA 10 General Industry Certification, Autodesk Inventor user certification, American Heart Association HeartSaver® First Aid/CPR with AED
Students completing 90% of the Core Competencies will receive a certificate from Stafford Technical Center.
Average Career Salaries
| Jobs | Average Salary |
|---|---|
| Industrial Engineering Technician | $53,780 |
| Civil Engineer Technician | $49,260 |
| Environmental Engineering Technician | $48,650 |
| Electronic Engineering Technician | $61,130 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $83,590 |
| Electrical Engineer | $95,230 |
| Biomedical Engineer | $86,220 |
*Average Salaries taken from the Department of Labor (dol.gov).
Requirements For This Program
Recommended Prerequisites: college preparatory coursework; Algebra 2 (or can take concurrently with STEM); able to work as part of a team; strong interpersonal skills; effective communication skills; proficient with technology
Reading Level of course materials: Grade 12
Scales for standards assessed in this program