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How Does It Work? Exploring Machines and Mechanisms
Ian Nelson
Average rating:4.7Number of reviews:(2,510)
Develop your engineering vision by taking a look inside some interesting toys
Class experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Every machine you can think of depends on mechanisms. Remote control cars wouldn't be any fun if you couldn't make them steer. Vending machines would be pointless if you couldn't reliably get your snacks. In this one-time workshop, students will discover how to probe the innermost parts of a machine to answer the question "How does it work?" We will work primarily in a "minds-on" way discussing the strengths and limitations of different explorations into how machines work. As the...
In this one-hour workshop, students will explore: - How engineers define machines - Common mechanisms found in electromechanical systems - How knowing common mechanisms can help engineers generate design ideas for new systems
I am a mechanical engineer and engineering educator with a lot of experiencing helping students probe the engineering found in everyday things.
Homework Offered
The class has a student guide for further exploration after class.Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
1 file available upon enrollmentPaper and pencil OPTIONAL: Mechanical toy
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Some learners will want to bring a mechanical toy with them to class to help anchor their thinking. It would be better for your learner to do any and all disassembly of that toy after the workshop.
Average rating:4.7Number of reviews:(2,510)
Hello! I'm an engineer committed to giving students amazing experiences in math, science, and engineering. I believe that learning happens when kids ask questions and explore their interests. I look forward to helping your kids leverage their...
Group Class
$15
per classMeets once
50 min
Completed by 77 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
1-8 learners per class
