About This Lesson
Students form a basic understanding of Architectural Engineering and use the engineering process to build a tower for different variables.
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Subject
Science — Science and Engineering Practices
Grade Level
Grades 6-8
Resource Type
Activity
Standards Alignment
Next Generation Science Standards
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Resources
Files
Architectural Engineering - Google Docs.pdf
Standards
Develop a model to generate data for iterative testing and modification of a proposed object, tool, or process such that an optimal design can be achieved.
Define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution, taking into account relevant scientific principles and potential impacts on people and the natural environment that may limit possible solutions.
Evaluate competing design solutions using a systematic process to determine how well they meet the criteria and constraints of the problem.
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