Physics/Engineering Intro Physics is the study of how objects in the natural world behave including matter, motion, energy,

and force. Engineering is the application of knowledge to design, build, and maintain things. Chemical Engineering making substances and chemicals Civil Engineering working with buildings and infrastructure (bridges, roads, etc.) Electrical Engineering working with things that use electricity Mechanical Engineering designing machines and systems Other Engineering types Environmental, aerospace, naval, optical, computer, biomedical Engineering design cycle: 1. Identify the need 2. Research the Problem 3. Develop possible solutions 4. Select the most promising solution 5. Construct a prototype 6. Test and evaluate the prototype 7. Communicate the design 8. Redesign 9. Repeat STEPS To PBL Project Based Learning 1. Entry Event with Driving Question 2. Need to Know 3. Student Voice and Choice 4. In Depth Inquiry 5. Revision and Reflection 6. Present to a Public Audience