Engineering & Stress Analysis (40016-70)
Students begin by learning the types of structures and their components, and the forces that act upon them. They also study the principles of size, shape, strength, and deflection of construction beams under load. For one of the hands-on experiences, students use a stress analyzer to test the stress and deflection of a structure. They also design objects, build them with balsa wood, and test the efficiency of these creations.
In the later segments of this module, students design, build, and test more complex structures. These activities help them realize their design skills and their abilities to put engineering principles to work. As a result, they look at buildings, bridges, and other structures with a much more knowledgeable perspective.