ETS1 - Standard
Engineering Design
Middle School · Next Generation Science Standards · NGSS Lead States 2013
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criteriaconstraintsdesign problemsolutionscientific principlesimpactspeoplenatural environmentdesign solutionssystematic processdatatestssimilaritiesdifferencescharacteristicssuccessmodeliterative testingmodificationobjecttoolprocessoptimal design
Skills
- define (criteria and constraints for a design problem) #dok1
- evaluate (competing design solutions using a systematic process) #dok3
- analyze (data from tests to identify similarities, differences, and best characteristics of design solutions) #dok3
- develop (a model for iterative testing and modification to achieve an optimal design) #dok4
Learning Targets
- I can define the criteria and constraints that a design solution must meet. #dok1
- I can recognize scientific principles and their relevance to engineering problems. #dok1
- I can identify possible impacts of a solution on people and the natural environment. #dok1
- I can describe how constraints may limit possible solutions. #dok2
- I can evaluate design solutions by comparing them against criteria and constraints. #dok3
- I can analyze test data to determine the strengths and weaknesses of multiple design solutions. #dok3
- I can identify and combine the best characteristics from several design solutions. #dok3
- I can generate and refine models for iterative testing and modification. #dok4
- I can develop a model to test, modify, and optimize a proposed object, tool, or process. #dok4
Big Ideas
- Engineering design involves defining problems by specifying clear criteria and constraints, taking into account scientific principles and possible impacts on people and the environment.
- Optimal solutions are achieved through systematic evaluation, analysis of data, and iterative testing and modification of design models.
Essential Questions
- How do criteria and constraints shape the process of solving engineering design problems?
- Why is it important to use scientific principles when developing solutions?
- How can data from testing be used to improve a design?
- What processes do engineers use to determine the best solution among competing options?
- How can the impact of a design solution on people and the environment be evaluated and minimized?