MATC Summer Technology Institute Lesson Plan Info

MATC Summer Technology Institute Lesson Plan Template

Lesson Title: Design of a Sustainable and Strong Structure using Catenaries

Suggested Grade (example: 7th or 8th): Can be used through many levels – probably 7th through 12th or into the University I want to try this on an 8th grade summer technology camp. I will also introduce it in my 11th grade Architectural Design class

Plan of Action: o This is an exploratory-application requiring creative thinking and creative problem solving which is critical for future leadership/success. o Discuss structural components used for home construction, bridges, throughout the history of Architecture (see PowerPoint presentation) o Discuss Tension and Compression o Introduce pure structures o Review history of Catenary’s o Review MIT’s research o Assign project – (see PowerPoint)

Data Set Used: PowerPoint (attached) References (see below) Student developed presentation and model

Standards Taught: Nebraska Math Standards 12.4.2 Students will create geometric models to describe the physical world. Example; scale model using catenary 12.4.3 Students will evaluate characteristics and properties of two- and three-dimensional geometric shapes. 12.4.6 Students will apply geometric properties to solve problems. Nebraska Science Standards 12.2.1 Students will develop abilities needed to do scientific inquiry. 12.4.3 Students will develop an understanding of the interdependence of organisms. 12.6.1 Students will develop an understanding of technological design. 12.8.1 Students will develop an understanding of science as a human endeavor. Prep Period: Review PowerPoint and plan blocks for completion

Implementation Period (days it takes to implement lesson in classroom): Start with five class periods – go from there Day 1 – Introduction – Using the PowerPoint presentation on Catenaries a Review of the history of sustainable structures including catenaries, masonry structures and sustainability will be completed. Students begin drawing and designing their project Day 2 – Students will bring in materials for hanging and gluing and their selection of material for the model. Students will begin research for their presentation. Students will prepare materials for model building and begin model when they are ready. Day 3 – Students will glue up project and work on presentation Day 4 – Students will finish project and finish presentation Day 5 – Students will make their presentations

Materials Needed and/or Provided: See Powerpoint presentation Hand outs, Assignments, and Supporting Materials (examples: websites, books): On presentation – this will be placed on engineering website for student use.

Learning Expectations: Students will gain insight into the use of Catenary application to structural components. Also, an appreciation of certain Architectural forms through the development of modern design.

Science and Math Implications: The use of catenaries, hyperboles and other math concepts are important for efficient structural design and sustainable architecture. It is important for students to understand that in the natural world designs of efficient building materials and concepts can be applied to man-made structures.

Evaluations, Assessments, and Grading Rubric: Students will be evaluated on completion of two aspects of the project; 1. presentation of their project 2. completion of the model (See Rubric attached)

Unexpected Results: Creativity of students will add new approaches to this project and will determine future projects. References and cool web sites:

Architecture http://www.aia.org/ http://www.emporis.com/en/wm/ci/cd/?id=102752 http://www.usgbc.org/Docs/LEEDdocs/3.4xLEEDRatingSystemJune01.pdf http://www.ci.omaha.ne.us/landmarks/Default.htm http://www.greatbuildings.com/buildings/Casa_Mila.html

Architecture in Omaha and Nebraska http://www.kiewit.com/ http://www.livelyomaha.org/whatsnew/riverfront/update.htm#top http://www.nebraskahistory.org/histpres/nrhp.htm http://www.ci.omaha.ne.us/

West Dodge Project http://www.nebraskatransportation.org/projects/omaha-west-dodge/listing.htm http://www.nebraskatransportation.org/projects/omaha-west- dodge/djvu/may_02_pim_aerial_scroll_1_2000.djvu http://www.nebraskatransportation.org/projects/omaha-west- dodge/djvu/may_02_pim_aerial_scroll_1_2000.djvu

Douglas Co Parcel Search http://webarc.co.douglas.ne.us/website/parcelmapping/viewer.htm www.wilhelm-aerospace.org/.../ne-capitol.html

Bridges www.bu.edu/bridge

Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia http://www.schillerinstitute.org/fid_02-06/031_long_life_catenary.html www.nisd.net/.../struct_hotlist/structures.html www.thefuturechannel.com