Water sampling container building theory

Water sampling container

Lesson plan #1

ABOUT THE LESSON

Topic

Water sampling container building theory

Duration

45 min

Goal(s) of the lesson

A theoretical understanding of the critical aspects of how to build a water sampling container.

The big idea behind the topic

General understanding of the project. Explaining a goal. The first stage in terms of boat building. Materials, tools, work methods. E.g. water resistance, add-on pieces, materials, length and width. The goal is to get an idea of the end result of the project.

Results of the lesson

The student knows the principles, tools, materials and work methods behind container building. Understands the content of the upcoming project.

Competencies

Work methods, materials, tools.  

Methods

Lecture, brainstorming, group work.

Connection with other modules

The first lesson of the prototype building block. The physics module can take place before or after.

Relevance to the curriculum

Technology, engineering, physics

Stakeholder involvement

None

EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS NEEDED 
For 1 team of 5 students

STEP-BY-STEP ACTIVITIES

Step 1 (2 min)

Topic introduction. Brief overview of lesson objectives.

Step 2 (18 min)

The theoretical part. Explaining the choice of building a water collection container using a sump pump. Using the pump power from the boat's battery and the relatively short time to draw the required amount of water. Lightness and power. Corrosion resistance and water resistance. Availability and cost.

Simple construction. Discussion of the disadvantages of using containers.

Step 3 (5 min)

Demonstration of materials. Discussing their physical characteristics.

Step 4 (15 min)

Practical task. Participants try to build a container model. The instructor helps and answers questions.

Step 5 (5 min)

Summary and discussion. A discussion of how the built model meets expectations. Answering participants' questions. Summary of the lesson and information about the next lessons.

Assessment

Discussion and feedback

Erasmus+ KA2 Cooperation Partnerships project

Sailing Into Opportunities

No. 2023-1-LT01-KA220-SCH-000161306

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