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September 18, 2013
Lesson focuses on the growth of tall buildings and their structures. Students work in teams to develop the tallest tower they can build with limited materials that can support the weight of a golf ball for two minutes. They develop a design on paper, build their tower, present and test their tower to the class, evaluate their results and those of their teammates, and complete reflection sheets.
September 18, 2013
Students design, build, test and redesign a display tower that will meet a specific set of criteria and constraints.
September 18, 2013
Move That Lighthouse! This lesson plan explores how engineers work in a team to solve problems. Students learn how structural, economic, and environmental factors must be evaluated when planning to move a lighthouse or other building. Learn how the environment impacts civil engineering. Learn how structures can be moved. Learn how engineering teams address problem solving. Learn about teamwork and working in groups.  Age Levels: 8-18 Materials & Preparation Build Materials (For each team) Required…
September 18, 2013
Build a Big Wheel This lesson focuses on the engineering behind big wheels (sometimes called Ferris wheels). Teams of students explore the engineering behind the “London Eye,” explore the history of big wheels and construct a working wheel model. Learn about engineering design.   Learn about motion, load, and construction.   Learn about teamwork and working in groups. Age Levels: 8-18 Lesson Plan Presentation DOWNLOAD PDF DOWNLOAD POWERPOINT Materials & Preparation Build Materials (For each team) Required…
September 18, 2013
Popsicle Bridge ollirg-bigstock.com This lesson focuses on how bridges are engineered to withstand weight, while being durable, and in some cases aesthetically pleasing. Students work in teams to design and build their own bridge out of up to 200 popsicle sticks and glue. Learn about civil engineering. Learn about engineering design. Learn about planning and construction. Learn about teamwork and working in groups. Age Levels: 8 – 18 Lesson Plan Overview Lesson Plan Presentation Download Presentation PDF…