College of Engineering – UC Berkeley

Pre-Engineering Partnerships and Professional Development Program

 

Math and Engineering Teachers Wanted

PEP Saturday Academy – Fall 2007 (October 6 – December 8)

Temporary, part-time employment (12 positions may be available depending upon enrollment)

$600 Per Class

Maximum 16 students per class with tutor support!

 

Class Schedule:                                              Saturday, October 13 to December 8, 2007, 9 AM – Noon

Faculty and New Family Orientation:          Saturday, October 6, 9 AM – Noon

Course Syllabi and Readers:                        Due Monday, October 8, by 4 PM

Grades and Narrative Reports:                   Due Friday, December 15, by 4 PM

 

The PEP Saturday Academy – Fall 2007 is offered by Pre-Engineering Partnerships in the College of Engineering at the University of California at Berkeley.  This intensive academic support program is for highly motivated students from diverse backgrounds entering grades 6 through 11.  Teachers are expected to use an active learning approach with “hands-on minds-on” activities that emphasize meaning making, integrate science, incorporate computer technology, (e.g. graphing calculators, simulations, computer programming), and produce presentations for the closing day.  Access to laptops and LCD projectors will be available for all classes.  Classes are held on the UC Berkeley campus with a maximum of 16 students in each class. Teachers will engage students in small group and individual learning starting with concrete materials to assist students in representing and understanding abstract concepts.

 

Faculty are responsible for attending the Faculty and New Family Orientation, turning in Course Syllabi and Readers, teaching morning classes, and turning in Grades and Narrative Reports.  For more information, contact PEP Director George Gagnon at 510-642-2041 or email him at gwgagnon@coe.berkeley.edu.

 

To apply: send a cover letter, resume, and one-page proposed course outline to:  Fax: 510-643-5600/

Email: ucbepep@yahoo.com or Mail: 312 McLaughlin Hall #1702 Berkeley, CA  94720

 

Positions open until filled

 

Fall 2007 Courses:

 

Mathematics for students entering grades 6-11:

6 – Foundations of Mathematics, 7 - Algebra and Geometric Constructions; 8 - Geometric and Algebraic Thinking; 9 - Geometric Foundations for Calculus; 10 - Algebraic Problem Solving for Calculus; 11- Foundations of Calculus.

 

Foundation of Mathematics

For students who have completed grade 5

Using Math Tools like arithmetic sticks, multibase blocks, and abacus students will review arithmetic concepts such as place value, number relationships, and operations to prepare for algebraic concepts.

 

Algebra and Geometric Constructions

For students who have completed grade 6.

Using software like Geometer’s Sketchpad, students will gain a deep understanding of the mathematics inherent in constructing three dimensional geometric figures.  This course is designed to help student succeed in future algebra and geometry classes.

 

Geometric and Algebraic Thinking

For students who have completed grade 7.

Students will focus on abstract reasoning and the language of proof. This course will focus on the logical thinking required to succeed in Algebra and Geometry.  Computer software like Geometer’s Sketchpad will be utilized in the course to sharpen students’ thinking.

 

Geometric Foundations for Calculus

For students who have completed grade 8.

Students will focus on geometric concepts required for success in Calculus.  Students taking this course will strengthen their geometry understanding and learn how to apply that knowledge to their future Calculus course. Graphic calculators will be used in this course.

 

Algebraic Problem Solving for Calculus

For students who have completed grade 9.

Calculus requires extensive use of algebraic problem solving techniques.  Students will strengthen both their advanced algebra skills and learn how to use those skills to succeed in their future Calculus course. Computer software like Matlab will be used to deepen students’ mathematical understanding.

 

Foundations of Calculus

For students who have completed grade 10.

To succeed in Calculus, students need a thorough understanding of advanced algebra and trigonometry.  Students in this class will use computer software like MatLab to study functions, limits, continuity, and derivatives.  This course uses a graphical approach to better understand the different applications of calculus in the real world.

 

 

Engineering for students entering grades 6-11:

6 – Earth Engineering, 7 - Civil and Environmental Engineering; 8 - Industrial Engineering and Operations Research; 9 – Bioengineering; 10 - Materials Science; 11 - Mechanical Engineering.

 

Earthquake Engineering

For students who have completed grade 5.

Students will explore the key concepts of earthquake engineering by working with physical representations to construct mathematical models for structures and calculating the energy exchange of systems through testing.

 

Civil and Environmental Engineering

For students who have completed grade 6.

Students will analyze the environmental systems in their everyday lives and how engineers utilize life science, mathematics, and problem solving.  Software simulations of environmental and civil engineering systems and students will use appropriate computer programming languages to create engineering projects presentations.

 

Industrial Engineering and Operations Research

For students who have completed grade 7.

This class will introduce students to how math can model industrial factory layouts including the business aspects of industrial design.  Production system analysis, quality control, and other topics will be discussed. Students will work on multimedia projects based on programming environment.

 

Bioengineering

For students who have completed grade 8.

The fundamental processes of biology and biological systems will form the basis of this course.  Students will learn about biomechanics and other exciting topics in this new field that combines mathematics, medicine, and engineering.  Students will use a programming language to implement class projects demonstrating examples of bioengineering.

 

Materials Science

For students who have completed grade 9.

Students will study how the microscopic structures of materials affect their behavior in large scale engineering applications surrounding our everyday lives.  They will learn how engineers design and choose compounds from the vast array of choices made available through modern technology.  Students will create web pages illustrating the processes that engineers go through to examine, evaluate, and apply new materials to everyday applications.

 

Mechanical Engineering

For students who have completed grade 10.

Kinematics, statics, dynamics, energy, and momentum are just a few of the physics concepts that underlie mechanical engineering processes.  Students will learn how mechanical engineers make use of these concepts in the design of mechanical systems.  Students will complete mini-research projects utilizing web-based and library-based resources in this class.