Course Information

2026-2027 Academic Year

DRAFT CMS until August 14, 2026.

CY63 PLTW Gateway: Computer Science for Innovators and Makers

Course CodeCY63
Course TitlePLTW Gateway: Computer Science for Innovators and Makers
Course DescriptionStudents will learn about programming for the physical world by blending hardware design and software development, allowing students to discover computer science concepts and skills by creating personally relevant, tangible, and shareable projects.
Cluster GroupingBuilding and Moving
Career ClusterAdvanced Manufacturing (ADMF)
Course Lead ConsultantNatalie Hulbert
natalie.hulbert@dpi.nc.gov
Course StatusStandard
Course TypeAdopted
POL (Proof of Learning)Local
Credential as POLN/A
Curriculum DatePLTW
Hours of Instruction45
Recommended Maximum Enrollment25
Course Credit0
Inherently HonorsNo
Meets Computer Science (CS) Graduation RequirementNo
Math Option CreditNo
PrerequisitesNone
Cluster Grouping(s)Building and Moving
Career Cluster(s)Advanced Manufacturing (ADMF)
Pathway Level(s)Engineering (PLWE) - Middle Grades Exploration
Technology Engineering and Design (TEND) - Middle Grades Exploration
Aligned Credential(s) or Certification(s)N/A
CTSO(s)
(Career and Technical Student Organization)
Technology Student Association (TSA)
SOC Code(s)
(Standard Occupational Classification Code)
Forging Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4022)
Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041)
Machinists (51-4041)
Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-9012)
Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters (51-2041)