Quiz Topics
Materials and Manufacturing Processes
Specific Competence: Students should be able to identify different materials and the tools used to join them. They should also understand various ways products are made. Learning Activities: Students will examine different types of hardware and fittings. They will practice joining materials using fasteners. They will learn about manufacturing methods like casting (pouring liquid metal into a mold), forging (shaping hot metal), working with sheet materials, and using a lathe (a machine that spins material to shape it). Expected Standard: Students will correctly name common fasteners and fittings. They will describe at least three manufacturing processes and explain how each works. They will be able to select appropriate joining methods for simple design tasks.
Graphic Communication and Design
Specific Competence: Students should be able to create visual messages and technical drawings to communicate design ideas clearly. Learning Activities: Students will practice drawing different graphics, including logos. They will build simple models to represent designs. They will learn to use computer software for design (Computer Aided Design - CAD). They will study basic shapes and curves (plane geometry) and how to draw 3D objects (solid geometry), including exploded views (showing parts separated). They will learn how to flatten 3D shapes (surface development) and draw objects from different views (orthographic projection) to create assembly drawings (showing how parts fit together). Expected Standard: Students will produce clear logos and models. They will use CAD software to create basic designs. They will accurately draw 2D and 3D shapes, including surface developments and orthographic projections for simple products.
Energy and Electrical Systems
Specific Competence: Students should understand how energy works, how to save it, and how basic electrical components power devices. Learning Activities: Students will explore different forms of energy and discuss ways to conserve energy. They will learn about cells and batteries as power sources. They will identify and experiment with basic electronic devices and components. Expected Standard: Students will explain the concept of energy conservation. They will identify common cells and batteries and describe their use. They will connect simple electronic components to create a basic circuit.
Structural and Mechanical Systems
Specific Competence: Students should understand how structures are built to be strong and how mechanical parts work together to create movement. Learning Activities: Students will examine different types of structures and learn the principles behind their construction. They will investigate various mechanisms, including how gears transfer motion and how cams and followers create specific movements. Expected Standard: Students will identify key elements that make a structure stable. They will explain the function of at least two common mechanisms, such as gears or cams, and show how they operate.
Research and Entrepreneurship
Specific Competence: Students should understand the basics of starting and managing a business, including how to end one. Learning Activities: Students will learn about the steps involved in becoming an entrepreneur (someone who starts a business). They will explore what it takes to run a business and what happens when a business needs to close down (winding up a business). Expected Standard: Students will describe the main steps in starting a small business. They will explain at least two reasons why a business might close and the basic process involved.