Learning Goals
Students will be able to calculate and compare the volume of rectangular prisms, including prisms with fractional edge lengths, to determine whether an aquarium design holds enough water.
Students will be able to calculate and compare the surface area of rectangular prisms using nets and formulas to determine how much material an aquarium design uses.
Students will be able to model aquarium dimensions with measurements and formulas to test whether a proposed design meets size and material constraints.
Students will be able to justify an aquarium design using evidence from calculations, material estimates, and revision feedback.
Students will be able to communicate a clear design solution for an aquarium through labeled sketches, scaled models, and a short presentation.
Products
Aquarium Design Notebook and Calculation Sheet
Each student submits a design notebook showing two or more aquarium concepts, labeled sketches, volume and surface area calculations, and a written justification for the selected design. The notebook proves individual mastery of the math and engineering reasoning that supports the team build.
Scaled Aquarium Model, Test Data Poster, and Design Showcase Presentation
Teams build a functional aquarium prototype or scale model, test it against capacity and material-use targets, revise it at least once, and present evidence of performance at the showcase. The poster and presentation explain the final design choice, trade-offs, and how team feedback improved the solution.
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