1. Do Now 1 What kinds of problems did we have with our ROVs? How could they be avoided?

2. Do Now 2 How will you be graded on this project? How could this project be used in your final exam?

3. Do Now 2 What kinds of problems can we face when testing? How can we fix them on-site?

4. Objectives Separate the work among the group members. Read the instructions carefully and completely. Finalize & Test ROV

5. Objectives Complete SeaPerch post survey Explore modifications Reflect on the project

6. Objectives TEST Visit the Blackstone river in order to test the ROVs Explore how balance, density and buoyancy affect the ROVs Reflect on the project

7. Assessment Write 3 paragraphs describing the ROV project: – What did you learn – What problems did you have to overcome – What can be improved

8. Objectives 3 Brainstorm ideas for various modifications. Choose your “dream” modification (modification of choice) with stated objective in mind. Design and draw to scale a prototype of Sea Perch plus its modification to present to other student. Students provide feedback to modification plan using a rubric. Web search for availability of appropriate parts and equipment needed, including cost. Incorporate ideas, design, costs, materials and equipment needed etc. into a formal business letter to look for funding for project.

9. Scenario You work for a company that constructs ROV’s. Your boss just told you that you have to design a vehicle for the next field testing season. The company does not have a very large budget, so you cannot build a new ROV for this project. You need to alter the design of your existing Sea Perch ROV that you used last year so it can be used in your upcoming field season.

10. Materials: Sea Perch Paper Various PVC parts Collection of materials from the classroom and that the students have brought in from home

11. Procedure Recognize an existing problem/condition underwater that they would like to investigate. Identify what equipment would be needed to add to Sea Perch in order to collect data or analyze the identified problem/condition. Plan out – to scale – what the modification design will look like Show/demonstrate their designs to other students. Critique each others design. Search the Internet for needed information, save web addresses, collect information and save. Organize information on modification and put it into the form of a formal business letter.

12. Assessment Rubric: Rough draft of drawing completed on time Scale drawing accurate Modification clearly explained Presentation Rough draft letter (paragraphs clearly explained) Final draft letter

13. Assessment You will be assess in these ways: Completion of the SeaPerch Quality of construction and functionality Team work/collaboration Safety Post test

14. Closing DID WE DO THESE? HOW? Separate the work among the group members. Read the instructions carefully and completely. Finalize & Test ROV