Time Frame of Lesson/Unit:
15 days, block schedule 90 minutes every other day.
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Electronics
The student is expected to measure and calculate resistance, current, voltage, and power in
series and parallel circuits.
Engineering
Student is expected to use an engineering notebook to record prototypes, corrections, and
mistakes in the design process.
Student is expected to record the final design, construction, and manipulation of finished
project in engineering notebook.
Mathematics
The student demonstrates geometric thinking and spatial reasoning.
The student demonstrates an understanding of two and three dimensional representations
of geometric relationships.
Physics
The student is expected to calculate the relationship between force and acceleration.
Language Arts
The student compiles written ideas and design drawings into summaries and draws
conclusions.Problem/Challenge/Question: #
We all know that gas can transport us from point “A” to point “B”, but can you use electricity to
do the same thing? Your challenge is to research, design, and build an electric vehicle that can
be driven and navigate a road course.Direct Instruction (if necessary): #
Tool safety, tool usage, back ground knowledgeInstructional Methodologies to be utilized: #
Demonstration, Direct instruction, Cooperative learningPerformance Expectation of Students:
Students will:
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Design structural and electrical specifications
Keep a Design / Engineering notebook with all designs, modifications and calculations
Write a reflection and analysis of the project
Provide a short oral presentation of their vehicle explaining design and operation
Demonstrate operation of vehicleResources Available to Students:
32ft of 2×4 lumber,
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1 4×4 Sheet of OSB Plywood,
12v-36v DC motor,
Wheels,
Pulleys,
Sprockets,
Drive Chain,
Drive belts,
Wire of various gauges,
1 box of 3 inch screws,
1 box of 2 inch screws,
Miscellaneous bicycle and scooter parts
Drill
Saw
Tape measure
Square
Computer
CalculatorExpected Products: #
Functioning electric vehicle
Design drawings (structural and electrical)
Written reflection/analysis
Presentation/student demonstrationEvaluation Methodology: #
Students are evaluated based on the following:
Developmental Assessment 1 – Design and Construction
Developmental Assessment 2 -Test and Design
Summative Assessment – Oral Presentation and reflection and analysis
Formative Assessment – Design and Performance
