Key learning outcomes:
Explore the first step of the Engineering Design Process – Ask
Know how rockets contribute to society
Form a crew and understand the importance of roles and responsibilities
Key learning outcomes:
Understand how to launch rockets
Know the importance of health and safety
Explore variables for optimum flight performance
Key learning outcomes
Understand Newton’s first law of motion in relation to forces on a rocket
Explore the second step in the Engineering Design Process – Imagine
Draw and label rocket designs to communicate ideas to others
Key learning outcomes
Explore Newton’s second law of motion in relation to aerodynamics
Understand the key features on a rocket
Explore the third step of the Engineering Design Process – Create
Key learning outcomes
Explore thrust and Newton’s third Law of motion
Effectively work together to launch rocket prototypes
Understand how collecting and analysing data can improve rocket performance
Key learning outcomes
Explore the fourth step of the Engineering Design Process – Improve
Process and interpret final flight performance data
Share learnings using a range of media (optional)