STEM Agenda Week 34 4/29 – 5/3

Agenda 4/29  Learning Target: Use knowledge of heat transfer to solve a problem.  TURN IN HEAT TRANSFER LAB!!!  PENGUIN DWELLINGS

Penguin Dwelling  Problem - Design and construct a penguin dwelling which will reduce heat transfer and keep an ice cube from melting.  Constraints  6” x 6” footprint  Budget = $ 320  Must Open  DUE May 15th  Design Process 1.Define the Problem: Design Brief 2.Brainstorm 3.Research: Material Testing x 2, Internet research 4.Develop Ideas (3 complete ideas with costs) 5.Choose the Best Idea (Decision Matrix)

Agenda 4/30  Learning Target: Use knowledge of heat transfer to solve a problem.  TURN IN HEAT TRANSFER LAB!!! (LATE PASS) PENGUIN DWELLINGS  Design Process 1.Define the Problem: Design Brief 2.Brainstorm 3.Research: Material Testing x 2, Internet research 4.Develop Ideas (3 complete ideas with costs) 5.Choose the Best Idea (Decision Matrix)

Develop a Decision Matrix A decision matrix is used to compare design solutions against one another, using specific criteria. Your decision matrix must include 4-6 criteria.

Agenda 5/1  Learning Target: Use knowledge of heat transfer to solve a problem.  TURN IN HEAT TRANSFER LAB!!! (LATE PASS) PENGUIN DWELLINGS  Design Process 1.Define the Problem: Design Brief 2.Brainstorm 3.Research: Material Testing x 2, Internet research 4.Develop Ideas (3 complete ideas with costs) 5.Choose the Best Idea (Decision Matrix)

Agenda 5/2  Learning Target: Review the design process and group challenges.  Design Squad Video  Paper Tower challenge

Agenda 5/3  Learning Target: I can identify interesting information about solar energy.  NOVA video over solar energy  PINS