Aerospace Engineering: Travel to Mars
In this 5-session online course, students will be engineering that travel to Mars with their fellow young astronauts
Zen Maker Lab
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:(23)
What's included
5 live meetings
5 in-class hoursHomework
There will be no formal assigned homework but if a student doesn't finish their activities in class they may finish them after if they choose.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 4
Have you ever wanted to travel to Mars? It might not be a reality yet for people to travel to and live on Mars, but in this class, we will go on an adventure to learn everything we need to about getting to and living on Mars! Day 1: First we will break the ice and you will get to know your fellow crew mates. After, we will introduce Mars and discuss its similarities and differences to the Earth. Lastly, you will design your space suits and flag for our trip. Day 2: We will start our journey to Mars as you learn everything you need to know about traveling to Mars. This includes takeoff, escaping Earth's gravity, and how long of a trip it is! You will then design your Rocketship for the journey out of cardboard. Day 3: Now that we made it to Mars, we have to land! You will learn about landers and how we can get from space to a planet. You will then build your own lander and test it out to make sure you can get onto the surface of Mars safely. Day 4: You will learn about rovers and satellites that are used to explore Mars to make sure it safe before we get there. You will learn about robotic explorers and their parts and then you will design and build your own rover to explore Mars! Day 5: Now that we are on Mars, we will have a discussion on if humans can live on Mars! You will learn everything that would be needed to sustain life on Mars. After, you will design your very own base to live in on Mars!
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Scissors and hot glue may be used in multiple of the craft activities. Student may need help cutting cardboard for some activities struggle to do so on their own.
Supply List
Day 1: Blank paper Pencils Coloring pencils or markers Eraser Day 2: Blank paper Pencils 2 pieces of cardboard Pompoms/pipe cleaners (used to decorate the rockets, can be switched for other decorations) Coloring pencils/markers (enough for all students) Glue (Liquid white glue, glue stick, or hot glue all work/ only used to attach decorations to the rocket) Day 3: Blank paper Tape Pipe cleaners Paper or plastic cup Marshmallows or pompoms (or anything similar to put into the lander to test if it works) A piece of cardboard Scissors Day 4: 4: 5-7cm cardboard squares (thicker cardboard works better) Thin cardboard (like a cereal box) or construction paper 3 Pencils (Chopsticks, skewers, and plastic straws would also work) 2 small or 1 large elastic band Tape Scissors Pencil crayons/ markers Other decorations if desired (pom poms, pipe cleaners, etc.) Ruler Day 5: Blank paper Pencils Paper or Plastic cups Colored paper Popsicle Sticks Pipe cleaners Hot glue gun and hot glue sticks Tape Markers/pencil crayons A piece of cardboard for the base Scissors Other craft supplies if desired Most of these materials can be replaced with other objects so be creative and don't worry if you don't have everything. Reach out to us if you are unsure about any of the materials.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2022
4.7
23reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Zen Maker Lab has provided students engaging content related to science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) since 2013.
Our Teachers are mostly engineering students/graduates with experience in teaching. They all love learning and teaching cool STEAM based programs.
Our programs focus on quality STEAM education and innovative programs, with our philosophy of Designing, Making, and Playing with their projects.Reviews
Live Group Class
$75
for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
60 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-10
3-7 learners per class
