STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
Program DesignPhase 1: (September-November) Developing the foundations for understanding the physical world through the principles of science.
A. The Meaning of Science B. Disciplines of Science C. The Scientific Method (Theory) D. The Scientific Method (Application) E. The Laws of Physics: Conservation of Energy, Conservation of Momentum, Galileo's Law of Falling Bodies, Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation, Couloub's Law of Electrostatics. NASA Challenge: Lunar Eggs Prize! Phase 2: (December-February) Space Science A. Overview of the Solar System B. Overview of the Universe C. Current Search for Life in the Universe D. The Environment of Mars E. Robotic Exploration of Mars F. Properties of the Atmosphere of Mars G. Griffith Observatory Family Field Trip H. Columbia Space Center NASA Challenge: Mars Rover! Phase 3: (March-May) Technology and Space Exploration A. Robotics B. Robotic Arms C. Deconstructing and Constructing a Computer D. Space Station Modeling E. Astrocamp Field trip in Idyllwild (3 days) NASA Challenge: Ablative Shielding! Phase 4: (May) A. Culminating Activity at JPL Open House. |