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Engines (HS)

In this lesson students will gain a general knowledge of what an engine is and the different types of engines. Students will participate in 3 activities in which they will build 3 different types of engines.

objectives

- To understand the definition of an engine
- To learn about the 4 different types of engines
- To discuss some of the environmental impacts of heat engines
- To complete activities that help to cement to concepts of different types of engines

Topic(s)

Engineering

type

High school lesson

9-12

Grade(s): 

time needed

6 hours

author

Daniel Tuhy

national next gen standards

north dakota standards

9-10.1.1.-Explain how models can be used to illustrate scientific principles
9-10.1.4.-Describe the relationship between form and function (e.g., solids, liquids, gases, cell specialization, simple machines, and plate tectonics)
9-10.2.1.-Explain how scientific investigations can result in new ideas
9-10.2.2.-Use appropriate safety equipment and precautions during investigations (e.g. goggles, apron, eye wash station)
9-10.2.3. -Identify questions and concepts that guide scientific investigations
9-10.2.4.-Formulate a testable hypothesis for a simple investigation

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