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Assembly Line Lesson PlanAssembly Line Lesson Plan
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Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
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2nd - 12th
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Assembly Line

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Working under specific constraints and with designated criteria, groups work together to create a product using an assembly line process. In addition, they work through the entire engineering design process with an excellent graphic to help them. After finishing, they answer reflection questions to cement the learning. 

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Concepts

engineering design, engineering, technology resources

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engineering design process, create an assembly line, color blocks

Pros

  • Shows first-hand how complex an assembly line can be, even for a simple product
  • Groups must work together to be successful
  • Suitable for any age group

Cons

  • None

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