Using the LEGO Simple & Powered Machines kit and other materials, students will connect science/engineering concepts to their everyday lives through the construction of fun and engaging projects such as a Fishing Rod, Hammer, Trundle Wheel, Letter Balance, Click-Clock, Windmill, Land Yacht, Flywheeler, Power Car, Dragster, and a Dogbot.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
- The connection between science/engineering concepts to their everyday lives through the construction of fun and engaging projects.
ASSOCIATED CAREERS
- Engineering – Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.
- Engineering – Automotive, Computer, Civil, etc.
- Architecture & Construction
- And more…
WHAT YOU’LL CREATE
- Science/Engineering related projects such as the:
- Fishing Rod
- Hammer
- Trundle Wheel
- Letter Balance
- And much more…
ASSOCIATED 21st-CENTURY SKILLS
- Design Thinking
- Creativity & Perseverance
- Systems Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Independence
- And more…
SYSTEM/EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
- Students must purchase the LEGO Simple & Powered Machines kit (9686) separately.
- PC: Windows 7 or higher
- Mac: Mac OS X 10.7 or higher
- Yes, Chromebook compatible