Engineering Design I-Spring 2024 Assignments

Instructor
Shawn Kerr
Term
Spring 2024
Department
CTE
Description
Engineering Design I is a fundamental course in the STEM cluster for students interested in developing their skills in preparation for careers in engineering and technology. This course is the second course in the Engineering program of study. Upon completion of this course, proficient students are able to describe various engineering disciplines, as well as admissions requirements for postsecondary engineering and engineering technology programs in Tennessee. They will also be able to identify simple and complex machines; calculate various ratios related to mechanisms; explain fundamental concepts related to energy; understand Ohm’s Law; follow the steps in the engineering design process to complete a team project; and effectively communicate design solutions to others. Students will be expected to participate in multiple group projects; complex problem-based learning activities, hands-on work and prototyping.

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Real-World Problem 3D Print Project in Google Classroom

Real-World Problem 3D Print Project

Using the attached (and other) resources, develop a solution to a real-world problem that needs solving. Attached is a list of requirements to be turned in on the due date. In addition, the 3D Print Product Rubric will be used to grade the final product. Refer to the Designer's Tool Kit for helpful tips.

*Attach your completed SolidWorks part/assembly files and SolidWorks drawing to this assignment. All other project material and evidence should be turned in by hand on the due date.
Created by Shawn Kerr: Monday, April 15 1:26 AM

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Real-World Problem 3D Print Project in Google Classroom

Real-World Problem 3D Print Project

Using the attached (and other) resources, develop a solution to a real-world problem that needs solving. Attached is a list of requirements to be turned in on the due date. In addition, the 3D Print Product Rubric will be used to grade the final product. Refer to the Designer's Tool Kit for helpful tips.

*Attach your completed SolidWorks part/assembly files and SolidWorks drawing to this assignment. All other project material and evidence should be turned in by hand on the due date.
Created by Shawn Kerr: Wednesday, April 10 7:27 PM

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Real-World Problem 3D Print Project in Google Classroom

Real-World Problem 3D Print Project

Using the attached (and other) resources, develop a solution to a real-world problem that needs solving. Attached is a list of requirements to be turned in on the due date. In addition, the 3D Print Product Rubric will be used to grade the final product. Refer to the Designer's Tool Kit for helpful tips.

*Attach your completed SolidWorks part/assembly files and SolidWorks drawing to this assignment. All other project material and evidence should be turned in by hand on the due date.
Created by Shawn Kerr: Wednesday, April 10 7:27 PM

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Additive Manufacturing Class Slideshow in Google Classroom

Additive Manufacturing Class Slideshow

Each student will be responsible for researching and producing an assigned slide. It must include valid current information and illustrations. Use short videos when necessary. Please include the sources that you used for your information. Be sure to ONLY edit your assigned slide(s).
Created by Shawn Kerr: Tuesday, April 9 4:53 PM

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Additive Manufacturing Class Slideshow in Google Classroom

Additive Manufacturing Class Slideshow

Each student will be responsible for researching and producing an assigned slide. It must include valid current information and illustrations. Use short videos when necessary. Please include the sources that you used for your information. Be sure to ONLY edit your assigned slide(s).
Created by Shawn Kerr: Tuesday, April 9 4:53 PM

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Additive Manufacturing Class Slideshow in Google Classroom

Additive Manufacturing Class Slideshow

Each student will be responsible for researching and producing an assigned slide. It must include valid current information and illustrations. Use short videos when necessary. Please include the sources that you used for your information. Be sure to ONLY edit your assigned slide(s).
Created by Shawn Kerr: Tuesday, April 9 4:53 PM

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Balsa Bridge Project in Google Classroom

Balsa Bridge Project

Use the resources below to create a bridge using only balsa wood and Elmer's wood glue.  The winning bridge will be the team that creates a bridge with the best live load to dead load ratio.  Be sure to follow the rules and turn in all the supporting material to maximize your scoring. Bridges will be tested in the stress analyzer on Monday, 10/17.
The Bridge Report will be due on Wednesday, 10/19.  Good luck!
Created by Shawn Kerr: Tuesday, March 19 2:03 PM

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Balsa Bridge Project in Google Classroom

Balsa Bridge Project

Use the resources below to create a bridge using only balsa wood and Elmer's wood glue.  The winning bridge will be the team that creates a bridge with the best live load to dead load ratio.  Be sure to follow the rules and turn in all the supporting material to maximize your scoring. Bridges will be tested in the stress analyzer on Monday, 10/17.
The Bridge Report will be due on Wednesday, 10/19.  Good luck!
Created by Shawn Kerr: Tuesday, March 19 2:03 PM

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Lego Assembly Project in Google Classroom

Lego Assembly Project

Upload your completed Assembly and ALL parts and sub-assemblies that it contains to your Team folder on Google Drive. Be sure to also include your final assembly drawing. Follow the link below to access your folder:
Created by Shawn Kerr: Friday, February 16 1:59 PM

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Lego Assembly Project in Google Classroom

Lego Assembly Project

Upload your completed Assembly and ALL parts and sub-assemblies that it contains to your Team folder on Google Drive. Be sure to also include your final assembly drawing. Follow the link below to access your folder:
Created by Shawn Kerr: Friday, February 16 1:59 PM

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Lego Assembly Project in Google Classroom

Lego Assembly Project

Upload your completed Assembly and ALL parts and sub-assemblies that it contains to your Team folder on Google Drive. Be sure to also include your final assembly drawing. Follow the link below to access your folder:
Created by Shawn Kerr: Friday, February 16 1:59 PM

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STEM Lab Tool Quiz / STEM Lab Safety Test in Google Classroom

STEM Lab Tool Quiz / STEM Lab Safety Test

Created by Shawn Kerr: Monday, April 15 1:26 AM

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STEM Lab Tool Quiz / STEM Lab Safety Test in Google Classroom

STEM Lab Tool Quiz / STEM Lab Safety Test

Created by Shawn Kerr: Monday, April 15 1:26 AM

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STEM Lab Tool Quiz / STEM Lab Safety Test in Google Classroom

STEM Lab Tool Quiz / STEM Lab Safety Test

Created by Shawn Kerr: Monday, April 15 1:26 AM

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STEM Lab Tool Quiz / STEM Lab Safety Test in Google Classroom

STEM Lab Tool Quiz / STEM Lab Safety Test

Created by Shawn Kerr: Monday, April 15 1:26 AM

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Student-Made Safety Quiz  in Google Classroom

Student-Made Safety Quiz

Create a 10-question quiz from the general safety rules from your STEM Lab Safety packet. Quizzes should contain 3 or more types of questions (ex. multiple choice, true/false, open ended, fill in the blank, etc.) You will also need to create an answer key so you can grade the quiz after a classmate takes your quiz in class.
Created by Shawn Kerr: Tuesday, January 23 2:07 PM

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Student-Made Safety Quiz  in Google Classroom

Student-Made Safety Quiz

Create a 10-question quiz from the general safety rules from your STEM Lab Safety packet. Quizzes should contain 3 or more types of questions (ex. multiple choice, true/false, open ended, fill in the blank, etc.) You will also need to create an answer key so you can grade the quiz after a classmate takes your quiz in class.
Created by Shawn Kerr: Tuesday, January 23 2:07 PM

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STEM Lab Vocabulary Quiz in Google Classroom

STEM Lab Vocabulary Quiz

Created by Shawn Kerr: Wednesday, January 24 2:03 PM

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STEM Lab Vocabulary Quiz in Google Classroom

STEM Lab Vocabulary Quiz

Created by Shawn Kerr: Wednesday, January 24 2:03 PM

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STEM Lab Vocabulary Quiz in Google Classroom

STEM Lab Vocabulary Quiz

Created by Shawn Kerr: Wednesday, January 24 2:03 PM

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STEM Lab Tools in Google Classroom

STEM Lab Tools

Study these!! Be prepared to take the tool quiz on Tuesday, August 9.
Created by Shawn Kerr: Thursday, January 11 5:06 PM

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Lab Equipment Video Notes in Google Classroom

Lab Equipment Video Notes

Use the attached link to locate the lab tool safety videos. Watch each of the videos and complete the attached Google Form to receive credit for your training.
Created by Shawn Kerr: Friday, January 12 8:02 PM

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Lab Equipment Video Notes in Google Classroom

Lab Equipment Video Notes

Use the attached link to locate the lab tool safety videos. Watch each of the videos and complete the attached Google Form to receive credit for your training.
Created by Shawn Kerr: Friday, January 12 8:02 PM

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STEM Lab Safety Pretest  in Google Classroom

STEM Lab Safety Pretest

Created by Shawn Kerr: Wednesday, January 10 5:03 PM

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Engineering Discipline Presentation  in Google Classroom

Engineering Discipline Presentation

*Note- students will sign up for an engineering discipline in class
Students will create an oral presentation with a PPT/Prezi/Slides about a given engineering discipline w/ oral presentation rubric. The presentation must include the following:
-Job Description
-Job Roles/Duties
-Professional Societies
-Licenses/certifications
-Post Secondary Institutions (Colleges of Applied Tech, Community Colleges, 4-year Universities) in TN and other states
-Produce an infographic as a handout
-Be sure to cite each source (be ready to explain why the source is reliable)


Infographic Resources:
What Makes an Effective Infographic
7 Common Types of Infographics
Editable Google Templates for Infographics

Upload your presentation and infographic here:
Created by Shawn Kerr: Monday, April 15 1:26 AM

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Engineering Discipline Presentation  in Google Classroom

Engineering Discipline Presentation

*Note- students will sign up for an engineering discipline in class
Students will create an oral presentation with a PPT/Prezi/Slides about a given engineering discipline w/ oral presentation rubric. The presentation must include the following:
-Job Description
-Job Roles/Duties
-Professional Societies
-Licenses/certifications
-Post Secondary Institutions (Colleges of Applied Tech, Community Colleges, 4-year Universities) in TN and other states
-Produce an infographic as a handout
-Be sure to cite each source (be ready to explain why the source is reliable)


Infographic Resources:
What Makes an Effective Infographic
7 Common Types of Infographics
Editable Google Templates for Infographics

Upload your presentation and infographic here:
Created by Shawn Kerr: Monday, April 15 1:26 AM

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Engineering Discipline Presentation  in Google Classroom

Engineering Discipline Presentation

*Note- students will sign up for an engineering discipline in class
Students will create an oral presentation with a PPT/Prezi/Slides about a given engineering discipline w/ oral presentation rubric. The presentation must include the following:
-Job Description
-Job Roles/Duties
-Professional Societies
-Licenses/certifications
-Post Secondary Institutions (Colleges of Applied Tech, Community Colleges, 4-year Universities) in TN and other states
-Produce an infographic as a handout
-Be sure to cite each source (be ready to explain why the source is reliable)


Infographic Resources:
What Makes an Effective Infographic
7 Common Types of Infographics
Editable Google Templates for Infographics

Upload your presentation and infographic here:
Created by Shawn Kerr: Monday, April 15 1:26 AM

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Engineering Discipline Presentation  in Google Classroom

Engineering Discipline Presentation

*Note- students will sign up for an engineering discipline in class
Students will create an oral presentation with a PPT/Prezi/Slides about a given engineering discipline w/ oral presentation rubric. The presentation must include the following:
-Job Description
-Job Roles/Duties
-Professional Societies
-Licenses/certifications
-Post Secondary Institutions (Colleges of Applied Tech, Community Colleges, 4-year Universities) in TN and other states
-Produce an infographic as a handout
-Be sure to cite each source (be ready to explain why the source is reliable)


Infographic Resources:
What Makes an Effective Infographic
7 Common Types of Infographics
Editable Google Templates for Infographics

Upload your presentation and infographic here:
Created by Shawn Kerr: Monday, April 15 1:26 AM

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Presentation Tips Article Notes in Google Classroom

Presentation Tips Article Notes

Read through the 3 Presentation Tips areas: Prepare, Design, & Deliver on the web links below. Write down at least 3 take-aways from each of the 3 sections and save them to your Google Drive as a Google Doc. Upload your Google Doc here so you can receive credit for the activity.
Created by Shawn Kerr: Monday, April 15 1:26 AM

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Presentation Tips Article Notes in Google Classroom

Presentation Tips Article Notes

Read through the 3 Presentation Tips areas: Prepare, Design, & Deliver on the web links below. Write down at least 3 take-aways from each of the 3 sections and save them to your Google Drive as a Google Doc. Upload your Google Doc here so you can receive credit for the activity.
Created by Shawn Kerr: Monday, April 15 1:26 AM

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Presentation Tips Article Notes in Google Classroom

Presentation Tips Article Notes

Read through the 3 Presentation Tips areas: Prepare, Design, & Deliver on the web links below. Write down at least 3 take-aways from each of the 3 sections and save them to your Google Drive as a Google Doc. Upload your Google Doc here so you can receive credit for the activity.
Created by Shawn Kerr: Monday, April 15 1:26 AM

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Presentation Tips Article Notes in Google Classroom

Presentation Tips Article Notes

Read through the 3 Presentation Tips areas: Prepare, Design, & Deliver on the web links below. Write down at least 3 take-aways from each of the 3 sections and save them to your Google Drive as a Google Doc. Upload your Google Doc here so you can receive credit for the activity.
Created by Shawn Kerr: Monday, April 15 1:26 AM

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All About You in Google Classroom

All About You

Please complete the "All About You" document to the best of your ability. Open your copy and write directly on the Google Doc, then submit.
Created by Shawn Kerr: Thursday, January 4 9:11 AM

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Professional Dreams Journal  in Google Classroom

Professional Dreams Journal

Open your copy and write directly on the Google Doc, then submit.
Created by Shawn Kerr: Monday, April 15 1:26 AM

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Professional Dreams Journal  in Google Classroom

Professional Dreams Journal

Open your copy and write directly on the Google Doc, then submit.
Created by Shawn Kerr: Monday, April 15 1:26 AM

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Professional Dreams Journal  in Google Classroom

Professional Dreams Journal

Open your copy and write directly on the Google Doc, then submit.
Created by Shawn Kerr: Monday, April 15 1:26 AM

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Professional Dreams Journal  in Google Classroom

Professional Dreams Journal

Open your copy and write directly on the Google Doc, then submit.
Created by Shawn Kerr: Monday, April 15 1:26 AM