Earth & Space Science
Apply scientific principles to design a method for monitoring and minimizing a human impact on the environment. ESS3-3
Construct an argument supported by evidence for how increases in human population and per-capita consumption of natural resources impact Earth’s systems. ESS3-4
Engineering
Define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution, taking into account relevant scientific principles and potential impacts on people and the natural environment that may limit possible solutions. ETS1-1
Evaluate competing design solutions using a systematic process to determine how well they meet the criteria and constraints of the problem. ETS1-2
Analyze data from tests to determine similarities and differences among several design solutions to identify the best characteristics of each that can be combined into a new solution to better meet the criteria for success. ETS1-3
Develop a model to generate data for iterative testing and modification of a proposed object, tool, or process such that an optimal design can be achieved. ETS1-4