Lesson Plan Template

Teacher Name: Byron Dejarlo

Lesson Title: Activity: Mass Properties Analysis, Days 1 - 5

Grade/Name of Course: 12th Grade, Computer Integrated Manufacturing

Link to Standard(s):
● https://www.dropbox.com/sh/ggi10yz79k4ljqq/AADJ_P3ep3Fj5xWDiSRGKrZxa?
dl=0&preview=495450+Computer+Integrated+Manufacturing+2020-2021.pdf

Curriculum Framework Unit(s):

● PLTW Unit 1: Principles of Manufacturing

Standard(s):
● 1.1.1 Evaluate problems to identify constraints.

Reference(s)/Resource(s):
● PLTW Activity 2.1.2 Mass Properties Analysis

Material(s) and equipment:

● Chromebook
● PLTW Calculation Sheet 

Objective(s): The learners will be able to…

● Create products using Inventor.
● Identify how materials affect product costs.
● Identify how materials affect product performance.

Introduction to the Lesson/Hook:

● “I want this material, but I’m not paying that price.”

Higher Order Thinking (HOT) Questions:

1. Why do we use different materials?
2. Why is material waste a cost consideration?
Content to be presented in lesson:

Activity 2.1.2 Mass Properties Analysis Submission Sheet

 

Procedure
Model 1 – Slotted Angle Block

Model Material:

Mild Steel (Steel, Mild)

Material Properties:

Density:

Mass:

Volume: :

Surface Area:

1. Answer the following questions using model 1.

a.     What is the material cost of the part assuming that the cuttings are remelted and the cost of mild
steel is $6.25 per pound? What is the material cost of the part assuming that the cuttings are not
remelted?

b.     What is the mass of the material lost in a typical machining process?

c.     What is the cost of the lost material based on your calculations above?

d.     What will the volume of the box (in cubic feet) need to be in order to ship 1000 parts packed
without spacers?

e.     What other processes could be used to create the same part?

Model 2 – Mounting Bracket

Model Material:

Stainless Steel

Material
Properties

Density:

Mass:

Volume:

Surface Area:

1. Answer the following questions using model 2.

a.     What is the mass of the material lost in a typical machining process?

b.     What is the cost of the lost material based on your calculations above if  the cost of stainless steel is
$15.75 per pound?

c.     What is the material cost of the part assuming that the cuttings are remelted? What is the material
cost of the part assuming that the cuttings are not remelted?
d.     What is the cost to ship 1000 parts if current shipping costs are $3.75 per pound?

e.     What other processes could be used to create the same part? 

The Expeditionary Transport

Before the advent of motors, humans harnessed wind to power tasks like lifting water from a well or grinding
grain. We also used wind to power vessels across the seas and oceans to travel and explore our planet. While
we have invented and integrated more advanced systems, wind is still a great source of renewable energy.

Design Challenge: Student teams have to create a wind transport that can ferry 5 passenger (ping-pong balls)
across the great expanse. From the starting line, the wind transport must carry 5 ping-pong balls as far as
possible across the room. The winner is the team whose machine travels the farthest in linear distance by
harnessing the power of a box fan.

Limitations: To complete this engineering design challenge successfully, teams must strictly adhere to the
following design parameters:

Teams will be allowed to: Brainstorm, conduct ideation, make sketches, test theories, obtain tools/materials,
and build a working prototype that solves the design challenge described above.

Teams will select materials identified in the materials page. Tools will also be available for rent.

Teams will begin the challenge with 22 credits. These credits will be used to purchase materials and rent
tools needed to construct the working prototype.

Once the completed prototype is placed into position on the testing start line, the completed machine must
stand on its own. Additionally, the transport must carry 5 ping-pong balls (passengers) as part of the final
testing.

Ping-pong balls are available from the challenge proctor(s) for test fitting and for the final tests. Teams can
perform trial runs until design time is up. If there are 2 or more teams in line waiting to perform their own
trial runs, the team currently testing can only perform 1 trial run then they must rotate to the back of the line.

When the design time is up, teams are allowed 2 attempts for the final test. During both attempts, the
distances will be recorded by the proctor(s) on the team’s evaluation paper. Each team will submit their
longest recorded distance.

☐ LEVEL I ☐ LEVEL II
School Name

______________________________________________

Team Members

1. ________________________

2. ________________________

3. ________________________

Test 1: ________________________

Test 2: ________________________

Circle the farthest linear distance.

Teacher Guide:

Before final testing, students can test their prototypes. It is recommended to have multiple box fans and
create testing lanes so that teams will not crowd the testing area and prevent other teams from being able to
test. If only 1 box fan is available, a ‘1 test then rotate’ rule can be implemented so that teams are prevented
from monopolizing the test area. The recommended testing area should be on a flat and smooth surface, like
polished concrete, tile, or hardwood, to help reduce factors that can greatly impact the results.

To simulate real world wind movements, a rule that allows students to manipulate the box fan can be
implemented. However, it should be stipulated that the fan cannot cross into the starting area and beyond.

Resources:

Wind energy basics from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory of the U.S. Department of Energy:
https://www.nrel.gov/research/re-wind.html

Wind powered cargo boat: https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/energy/a34272175/wind-powered-

sailboat-cargo-shipping-future/

Wind powered car: https://phys.org/news/2011-02-wind-powered-car-mile-australia.html

Wind power information, National Geographic: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/global-

warming/wind-power/
Learning activities/procedure(s):
● Discussion.
● Introduction to PPT/Activity Worksheet
o https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QAptecrYWZyrHMfhtL9AIKQFUirR69PQMpkE
RQtEJgc/edit?usp=sharing
● mounting bracket- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8C1ja6JYLHU
● slotted angle- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6mjrEvuV3Rw
● Complete the Ethics and Safety Activity worksheet

Summary/Closure/Review of Content:
● We always think of materials as a normal part of a product. However, manufacturers have to
take into account many different things when creating a product based on the materials
available and the cost of each. Remember that every little thing in a product will affect the end
price.
● What questions do you have? 
Evaluation/assessment of student learning:
● Mass Properties Analysis activity and design challenge

Modifications for exceptional learner(s):

● Provide personal support during the process.
● Reduce the amount of information if necessary.
● Provide support videos.
● Have other peers who understand it explain it to class.
 Lesson Plan Template

Teacher Name: Byron Dejarlo

Lesson Title: Activity: Mass Properties Analysis, Day 4-5

Grade/Name of Course: 12th Grade, Computer Integrated Manufacturing

Link to Standard(s):
● https://www.dropbox.com/sh/ggi10yz79k4ljqq/AADJ_P3ep3Fj5xWDiSRGKrZxa?
dl=0&preview=495450+Computer+Integrated+Manufacturing+2020-2021.pdf

Curriculum Framework Unit(s):

● PLTW Unit 1: Principles of Manufacturing

Standard(s):
● 1.1.1 Evaluate problems to identify constraints.

Reference(s)/Resource(s):
● PLTW Activity 2.1.2 Mass Properties Analysis

Material(s) and equipment:

● Chromebook
● Materials list
● PLTW Calculation Sheet 

Objective(s): The learners will be able to…

● Create a wind powered sail car.
● Manage a materials budget.
● Manage a deadline.

Introduction to the Lesson/Hook:

● “I want this material, but I’m not paying that price.”

Higher Order Thinking (HOT) Questions:

1. Why do we use different materials?
2. Why is material waste a cost consideration?
Content to be presented in lesson:

Learning activities/procedure(s):
● Discussion.
● Introduction to PPT/Activity Worksheet
o https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Nf1DrjHYJHZleoHsNQAZhWroP4DPPkU26n9C
QZyHn-Y/edit?usp=sharing
o https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LqNasAwIg6rBTQiK2yHAW8_RzHIoDxZOvcRF
I-exeVc/edit?usp=sharing
● Virtual Day Documents
o Promill 8000 Activity: https://docs.google.com/document/d/15sOJVq7zSPS-
t56AwaUEqcizapk2EI9HlFwwYWs4mHk/edit?usp=sharing
o Definition Search: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vsW-
r8P6stTKsJMTWPmmmJEomLT4xtYenOA1sdFneL0/edit?usp=sharing
o Promill 8000 Data Sheet:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VcNgsMIFh1mZkgbCLA2ij81IAa0XrrnV/view?
usp=sharing
o Promill 8000 Quick Start Guide:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hQBk2oP9fFVZHj3eJ3JSBYguYDRb2JmZ/view?
usp=sharing
o Promill 8000 User Guide:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1egHgXZEI4c9e8FHtrkiM9uos4Pr3vHSU/view?
usp=sharing
● Complete the Wind Powered Sail Car Activity worksheet

Summary/Closure/Review of Content:
● We always think of materials as a normal part of a product. However, manufacturers have to
take into account many different things when creating a product based on the materials
available and the cost of each. Remember that every little thing in a product will affect the end
price.
● What questions do you have? 

Evaluation/assessment of student learning:

● Wind Powered Sail Car

Modifications for exceptional learner(s):

● Provide personal support during the process.
● Reduce the amount of information if necessary.
● Provide support videos.
● Have other peers who understand it explain it to class.