Column Crushers: An Engineering Challenge (Virtual Exploration Lab, Grades 6-8)

When designing columns, tension and compression are the basic forces involved. These forces are explored through demonstrations of structural buckling and compression testing using everyday materials and an Instron testing instrument. Students are tasked with designing, and testing their own columns using readily accessible materials.

Session Information:
-Flexible instruction whether students are in the classroom or at home
-Interactive, instructor-led session facilitated with students using materials from school or home (can also be demonstration-based if students do not have access to materials)
-Teachers will receive a detailed Teacher Notes guide upon booking
-Secure link to Zoom Gov videoconferencing platform will be provided
-$360 per class for this 90-minute program (BOCES-aidable)

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