Get on the Path to STEM Success AP® + Project Lead The Way (PLTW) v
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Get on the Path to STEM Success AP Project Lead The Way (PLTW) v
Get Recognized Bringing together AP and PLTW for student STEM success AP Build skills for college and possibly earn credit Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Develop in-demand skills and explore careers AP PLTW The opportunity to earn a recognition in engineering, biomedical science, or computer science 2
Explore AP PLTW Pathways AP PLTW program features pathways in three fields: Engineering Biomedical Science Computer Science Each pathway includes: AP courses and exams that provide an opportunity for advanced placement and/or college credit PLTW courses, and their corresponding End of Course assessments, designed to introduce you to the field and specialization courses that focus on knowledge and skills needed for rewarding careers 3
Explore AP PLTW Pathways Level College — AP Courses Engineering Career — PLTW Courses Biomedical Science AP Biology AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP Chemistry AP Environmental Science AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based AP Physics 2: Algebra-Based AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism AP Physics C: Mechanics AP Statistics AP Computer Science Principles Aerospace Engineering Civil Engineering and Architecture Computer Integrated Manufacturing Digital Electronics Environmental Sustainability Introduction to Engineering Design Principles of Engineering AP Biology AP Chemistry Computer Science Human Body Systems Medical Interventions Principles of Biomedical Science 4 AP Computer Science Principles AP Computer Science A Introduction to Computer Science Cybersecurity (Fall 2018 launch)
How to Earn a Recognition Complete three courses in the pathway 1. One AP course 2. One PLTW course 3. A third course: either AP or PLTW Earn a qualifying score of 3 or higher on the AP Exam(s) Earn a score of Proficient or higher on the PLTW End of Course (EoC) assessment(s) 5
Next Steps Check to see if the AP and PLTW courses you’ve taken are part of the pathways. Determine if you’ve fulfilled the requirements for earning a recognition. Check for courses that can help you complete the pathway. Adjust your schedule to add courses you need. Prepare to earn qualifying scores on the related AP Exam(s) and PLTW End of Course assessment(s). Complete the application apandpltw.org 6