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2007-2008
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Activities
Introduction Download MESA Day Activities Summary Sheet Here
Implement engineering concepts in the design and
construction of a model balsa wood bridge from a plan while using as
little wood as possible, and to develop neatness, craftsmanship and
creativity.
Build a 3 dimensional model of a bisected head and answer related questions.
Students will build a catapult to launch a cotton ball the furthest distance.
Implement engineering concepts in the design and
construction of a model bridge while using as few craft sticks as possible.
Design and build a container of restricted size
with specified materials to protect an egg dropped from increasing heights.
Measure competency in mathematical concepts that
relate to the students' current math course.
Build a single trebuchet designed to launch a
projectile as far as possible, land projectiles within two ground targets, and
have the lowest ratio of score to device weight.
Organize and present thoughts orally with
preparation from selected topics.
Design and construct a car that travels the
farthest distance with a sail that is powered by a standard 10-inch stationary
fan.
Test measuring competency in mathematical
concepts.
Test measuring competency in reading
comprehension, analogies and sentence completion.
Build the tallest free-standing tower possible
from drinking straws and masking tape.
Team Design Project (Grades 9-12) - CANCELLED
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