Biomimicry Design Challenge
Intermediate
Advanced
High School
Duration
6+ Hours
Subject Areas
Art, Engineering, Entrepreneurship
Equipment
3D Printer, CNC Router, Laser Cutter/Engraver, Vinyl Cutter/Printer
Overview
Overview
Description: Biomimicry is an approach to solve human design challenges by learning from and mimicking strategies found in nature. During this project, you will explore various examples of biomimicry and complete a biomimicry design challenge. This project takes approximately seven hours to complete.
Standards: This project aligns to Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts, Common Core State Standards for Mathematics, Next Generation Science Standards, International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Standards, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, and Florida CPALMS Standards for ninth grade through twelfth grade.
21st Century Skills: Creativity, Flexibility, Critical Thinking, Communication
Learning Outcomes
Students will…
Identify examples of biomimicry.
Apply a multi-step design process.
Use technology to conduct research using a variety of sources.
Analyze and select viable solutions to solve a design problem.
Create a computer-aided design.
Use and share makerspace equipment safely.
Present their findings to the class.
