Friday, January 13, 2006

Roller Coaster Design and Construction Project

Grade level: 8
Time required: 10 class meetings
Cost: $100 for used K'NEX toys and foam pipe insulation
MA frameworks: Physical science 11, 12, 13
This project challenges students to design and construct a roller coaster. Concepts of force and motion, acceleration, velocity, sturdy construction, friction, and work group dynamics can be addressed.
Link here for Roller Coaster Design template.