1. “Problem Solving Process” 6 th grade Written by Sony Gala

2. ENGR-EET-3: Students will explain the engineering design process. –Examine the engineering design attributes –Demonstrate the principles of research and design ENGR-EET-4: Students will demonstrate an understanding for a technological world through hands-on projects. – Apply the engineering design process ENGR-EET-7: Students will develop leadership skills and work ethics. –Demonstrate work ethics within the classroom and lab environment.

3. Problem Solving Process 1.The Problem Define the problem in your own words? 2.Result Describe what the result will be 3.Investigate Find out about: appearance, materials to be used, restrictions on design, materials and time. 4.Brainstorm Each group member sketches different ideas

4. 5.Final Solution Select the best solution keeping in mind the requirements. Explain and justify the final solution 6.Model and Prototype Build a model or a prototype 7.Testing and Evaluation Does it work? Does it meet the specifications? What improvements could be made?