In this activity, students determine their own eyesight and calculate what a …
In this activity, students determine their own eyesight and calculate what a good average eyesight value for the class would be. Students learn about technologies to enhance eyesight and how engineers play an important role in the development of these technologies.
This project will introduce you to a complex engineering concept visually. After …
This project will introduce you to a complex engineering concept visually. After your engineer challenge is complete, you can collect observations on your 3-D bubble wand's form and performance.
Welcome to the final project in Digital Product Innovations! For the Unit …
Welcome to the final project in Digital Product Innovations! For the Unit 3 Project, your students will choose from three different project options. The previous projects provided a user, but for this project, students will need to find their own user in the community then use design thinking, entrepreneurship, advanced 3D modeling and 3D printing to create and market an innovative product for a real user! In Lesson 1, each student will read all three project overviews. Then, they will choose the project they want to work on for the remaining lessons in the project!
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: 3D Modeling Software, Digital Fabrication Tools, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
In this lesson, students will learn more about their user and complete …
In this lesson, students will learn more about their user and complete the first two steps in the Design Thinking process: Empathize and Define. Note: Students should only work on the content that corresponds to their project choice. For example: if a student chose Project 3A, they would only work on the Project 3A content.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: 3D Modeling Software, Digital Fabrication Tools, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
In this lesson, students will brainstorm and list ideas for their project …
In this lesson, students will brainstorm and list ideas for their project (this is called ideation!). Next, students will sketch their three favorite ideas for the project, then draw a prototype plan.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: 3D Modeling Software, Digital Fabrication Tools, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
In this lesson, students will create a physical prototype and a 3D …
In this lesson, students will create a physical prototype and a 3D model in OnShape for their project. Note: Students should only work on the content that corresponds to their project choice. For example: if a student chose Project 3A, they would only work on the Project 3A content.
Estimated time required: 3-4 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: 3D Modeling Software, Digital Fabrication Tools, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
In this lesson, students will share their up-cycled prototype and 3D model …
In this lesson, students will share their up-cycled prototype and 3D model with their end user, receive and record feedback, then make adjustments based on that feedback. Note: the lessons for 3A, 3B, and 3C are almost identical in this section. This is a great chance for students to share their project with a real user and improve the design.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: 3D Modeling Software, Digital Fabrication Tools, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
In this lesson, students will 3D print their project (if possible), create …
In this lesson, students will 3D print their project (if possible), create a pitch video for their project, share their project with their peers, give/receive feedback on each other’s projects, export and submit their designs, and answer a series of reflection questions.
Estimated time required: 3-4 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: 3D Modeling Software, Digital Fabrication Tools, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet, Video Editing Software.
Did you know that our engineers custom build a lot of the …
Did you know that our engineers custom build a lot of the equipment used in Berkeley Lab research? Meet some of some of the people behind the big magnets and running experiments on our Advanced Light Source! Stay for a quick introduction to TinkerCAD and learn about the ways in which our scientists and engineers used 3D Design and fabrication in their work.
Students will use critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication skills to create …
Students will use critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication skills to create 3D models of bubble wands using Tinkercad CAD software. The Tinkercad software used in this activity is a tool to help students develop a STEM mindset. It is important to allow students to work through the process as independently as possible with the facilitator acting only as a guide.
Estimated time required: 1 class period.
Technology required for this lesson: 3D Modeling Software, Laptop/Desktop, Tinkercad CAD software.
This is an applied project where your students will choose from three …
This is an applied project where your students will choose from three different project options, each with three different users, then use Design Thinking, entrepreneurship, and 3D modeling to create an innovative product for a real user in Ancient Greece! In Lesson 1, each student will read all three project overviews. Then, they will choose the project they want to work on for the remaining lessons in the project!
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: 3D Modeling Software, Digital Fabrication Tools, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
In this lesson, students will learn more about their user and complete …
In this lesson, students will learn more about their user and complete the first two steps in the Design Thinking process: Empathize and Define. They will complete an empathy map and create a well-crafted problem statement.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: 3D Modeling Software, Digital Fabrication Tools, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
In this lesson, students will 3D print their project, share their project …
In this lesson, students will 3D print their project, share their project with their peers, give/receive feedback on each other’s projects, export and submit their designs, and answer a series of reflection questions.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: 3D Modeling Software, Digital Fabrication Tools, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
In this series of Ancient-Greece themed lessons, students will learn how to …
In this series of Ancient-Greece themed lessons, students will learn how to create 3D models and 3D prints using an online software called TinkerCAD. In lesson 1’s activity, students will use TinkerCAD to create digital 3D models of coins.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: 3D Modeling Software, Laptop/Desktop.
In lesson 2’s activity, students will learn how to 3D model and …
In lesson 2’s activity, students will learn how to 3D model and 3D print a custom designed Ring Project using TinkerCAD and a 3D Printer. The teacher will preview each project in a "Slicing" application before printing the designs.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: 3D Modeling Software, Digital Fabrication Tools, Laptop/Desktop.
In lesson 3’s activity, students will learn about architecture and scale, and …
In lesson 3’s activity, students will learn about architecture and scale, and then they will 3D model and 3D print the Parthenon at 1:200 Scale using TinkerCAD and a 3D printer.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: 3D Modeling Software, Digital Fabrication Tools, Laptop/Desktop.
In lesson 4’s activity, students will use TinkerCAD to design an ergonomic …
In lesson 4’s activity, students will use TinkerCAD to design an ergonomic pencil grip for Homer (author of The Odyssey and The Iliad) that allows him to write with both hands!
Estimated time required: 2-3 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: 3D Modeling Software, Digital Fabrication Tools, Laptop/Desktop.
Students learn how 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, is revolutionizing …
Students learn how 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, is revolutionizing the manufacturing process. First, students learn what considerations to make in the engineering design process to print an object with quality and to scale. Students learn the basic principles of how a computer-aided design (CAD) model is converted to a series of data points then turned into a program that operates the 3D printer. The activity takes students through a step-by-step process on how a computer can control a manufacturing process through defined data points. Within this activity, students also learn how to program using basic G-code to create a wireframe 3D shapes that can be read by a 3D printer or computer numerical control (CNC) machine.
In this lesson, students expand their understanding of solid waste management to …
In this lesson, students expand their understanding of solid waste management to include the idea of 3RC (reduce, reuse, recycle and compost). They will look at the effects of packaging decisions (reducing) and learn about engineering advancements in packaging materials and solid waste management. Also, they will observe biodegradation in a model landfill (composting).
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