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EAST PENNSBORO AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
PLANNED COURSE
COVER SHEET
A.
Course Title/Number/Grade:
Science Technology – Gr. 6
A-l.
Prerequisite Requirements (if any)
N/A
B.
Periods Per Cycle:
6
C.
Length of Period (minutes):
48
D.
Number of Days of Instruction:
90 (Also 90 Days in Corresponding
Science Course)
E.
Total Clock Hours (C x D ÷ 60):
72
F.
Units of Credit:
N/A
G.
Weighted Course:
Yes
H.
Certification Requirements (for office use):
No
CONCEPT STATEMENT
The material in this course develops the students’ understanding of relationships between
science and math. The concepts studied are important because science and math
applications are a part of everyday life. Successful completion of this course will ensure that
students can use science and math principles to solve everyday problems.
Board Approval Date:
November 1997
Revised:
October 24, 2002
1
THE INSTRUCTIONAL UNIT
A.
Title of Course:
Science Technology – Gr. 6
B.
Title of Unit:
Metric Measurement
C.
Approximate Time Allocation:
D.
1.
2.
3.
4.
24 Hours
Objectives(s)
The students will:
Measure metric length and weight.
Calculate area, volume, displacement,
and pressure.
Use measuring equipment.
Draw isometric drawings with dimensions.
G.
1.1
1.2
E.
Objectives Related to Standard(s)
Science & Technology
3.1.7 B, C, D, E
3.2.7 B, C, D
3.4.7 D
3.6.7 B, C
3.7.7 B
F.
1.
2.
3.
4.
2.1
2.2
2.3
Key Idea(s)
mm, cm, m, g, kg
cm2, cm3, g/cm2, g/cm3
Rulers, spring scales, pan balance scales
Degrees in a circle, isometric, dimensions
3.1
3.2
4.1
Primary Assessment Related to
Objectives
The students will use metric
measurement of length to construct
projects/experiments.
The students will use spring and pan
balance scales to calculate weights of
given experiments.
The students will calculate the maximum
weight-carrying capacity of a model boat.
The students will calculate area and
pressure exerted by their body weight
onto their feet using a foot drawing with
area and pressure calculations.
On a unit test, the students will calculate
area volume displacement and pressure.
The students will follow ruler and weight
scale use techniques when constructing
experiments.
On a unit test, the students will measure
using rulers and weight scales.
The students will draw an isometric
drawing of a model boat which will be
used to calculate volume and
displacement.
H.
Expected Achievement
In order to obtain a proficient level of performance students should:
1.1
Complete experiments using the correct unit and measured to within +/- 1mm with 100%
accuracy.
1.2
Complete weight measurements calculated to within +/- 5 grams using spring and pan
balance scales with 100% accuracy.
2.1
Calculate with 100% accuracy on a worksheet listing steps for solution.
2.2
Calculate pressure with 100% accuracy on a worksheet listing steps for solution.
3.1
Follow approved techniques with 100% accuracy when construction experiments.
1.1,1.2,3.1,3.2 Measure length and weight with a minimum 70% accuracy on a unit test.
1.2,2.2,2.3
Calculate area, volume, displacement, and pressure with 70% accuracy on a unit
test.
4.1
Calculate with 100% accuracy the volume and displacement of a model boat using an
isometric drawing.
2
THE INSTRUCTIONAL UNIT
A.
Title of Course:
Science Technology – Gr. 6
B.
Title of Unit:
Simple Machines
C.
Approximate Time Allocation:
D.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
24 Hours
Objectives(s)
The students will:
Use the scientific method to solve
problems.
Define, create, and reduce friction.
Define and complete experiments using the
following simple machines: Inclined plane,
pulley, and gears.
Safely and correctly use basic hand and
power tools.
Design solutions to “mock” industrial
problems using simple machines.
E.
Objectives Related to Standard(s)
Science & Technology
3.1.7 A, B, C, D, E
3.2.7 B, C, D
3.6.7 B, C
3.7.7 A, B, C, D
F.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Key Idea(s)
Scientific method
Graphing results
Friction, lubricants, aerodynamics
Simple machines, mechanical advantage
Safety, tool usage
PowerPoint
ClarisWorks spreadsheet
Microsoft Excel
G.
Primary Assessment Related to
Objectives
1.1
The students will follow a list of “scientific”
method steps” to construct experiments.
2.1
The students will complete experiments
related to sliding, rolling and air
resistance friction.
2.2
The students will list types of friction and
method of reducing friction on a unit test.
2.3,3.3 The students will create a PowerPoint
presentation related to a class
experiment.
2.4,3.4 The students will create a
ClarisWorks/Microsoft Excel computer
graph related to a class experiment
3.1
The students will complete experiments
related to the simple machines.
3.2
The students will calculate mechanical
advantages and forces created with the
simple machines on a unit test.
4.1
The students will safely use hand and
power tools to build experiments.
5.1
The students will design and build a
mousetrap using friction concepts and
simple machines as its functioning parts.
H.
Expected Achievement
In order to obtain a proficient level of performance students should:
1.1
Complete experiments using the scientific method with 70% accuracy.
2.1,2.3,3.4
Construct friction experiments to solve given requirements with 70% accuracy.
2.2
List types of and methods for reducing friction on a unit test with 70% accuracy.
2.3,3.1,3.4
Construct simple machine experiments to solve given requirements with 70%
accuracy.
2,3,3,3 Create a PowerPoint presentation following a speaking and writing grade rubric with 70%
accuracy.
3.2
Calculate mechanical advantages of and forces created with simple machines on a unit test
with 70% accuracy.
4.1
Correctly set up and safely operate tools when constructing experiments with 100%
accuracy.
5.1
Design and construct a mousetrap using at least one friction concept and at least two simple
machines.
3
THE INSTRUCTIONAL UNIT
A.
Title of Course:
Science Technology – Gr. 6
B.
Title of Unit:
Electricity and Magnetism
C.
Approximate Time Allocation:
24 Hours
D.
Objectives(s)
The students will:
1. State the relationship between electricity
and magnetism.
2. Design solutions to “mock” industrial
problems using electricity and magnetism.
3. Complete experiments using electricity and
magnetism.
E.
Objectives Related to Standard(s)
Science & Technology
3.1.7 A, B
3.2.7 B, C, D
3.4.7 B
3.6.7 B, C
3.7.7 A, B, D
G.
Primary Assessment Related to
Objectives
1.1
The students will construct experiments
using electrical circuits to produce
magnetism and magnetism to produce
electricity.
1.2,3.2 The students will complete a unit test on
electrical terms/circuits and magnetism.
2.1
The students will construct a mousetrap
using electrical circuits and magnetism.
3.1
The students will construct electricity and
magnetism experiments.
F.
Key Idea(s)
1. Atom
2. Law of electric charge
3. Current
4. Voltage
5. Resistance
6. Parallel, series circuits
7. Conductor, resistor, insulator
8. Electric motors and generators
9. Poles
10. Electric magnet and permanent magnet
11. Magnetic field
12. AC/DC
13. Static electricity
14. Electricity safety
H.
Expected Achievement
In order to obtain a proficient level of performance students should:
1.1
Construct electrical and magnetism experiments to solve a given list of requirements with
70% accuracy.
1.2,3.2 Define electrical terms, circuits, and types of magnetism with 70% accuracy on a unit test.
2.1
Design/construct a mousetrap using at least one circuit and one form of magnetism.
3.1
Design/construct electrical circuits and magnetism experiments with 100% accuracy by
following given requirements.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
4
Concepts & Challenges in Physical Science, 3rd Ed.
Globe Book Co.
1991
A.
Current text - Title:
(if applicable) Publisher:
Copyright Date:
B.
Technology Resources (software programs, websites, etc):
PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, ClarisWorks Spreadsheet
Incredible Machine, How Things Work
C.
Other Resources (guest speakers, videos, magazine/newspaper subscriptions, etc):
Popular Science Magazine
D.
Thinking skills emphasized into this course: Place a check in the box for the thinking
skills most emphasized in this course (up to 4 skills).
Attributing – Identifying special
characteristics of an object
Personifying – Giving human qualities to
an object
Prioritizing – Ranking items in order of
importance
Sequencing – Arranging items in order
Compare/Contrast - Identifying
similarities and differences
Brainstorming – generating a list of
ideas about a topic
Visualizing – Creating mental pictures
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Classifying – Grouping items with
common characteristics
Problem Solving – Identifying
alternatives and solutions to a problem
Determining Cause and Effect –
Indicating the chain of events
Inferring – Discovering a less obvious
connection to a circumstance
Associating Relationships – Identifying
patterns to connect ideas
Making Analogies – Developing
comparisons based on relationships
Evaluating – Expressing a judgement
based on criteria
Dealing with Ambiguity and Paradox –
Identifying contradictions
Solving Analogies – Expressing an
answer from similar relationships
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Inventing – Creating an idea or device
Generalizing – Uncovering patterns and
applying them to other situations
Decision Making – Determining a choice
based on sound judgement
Analyzing for Assumption – Looking for
conjecture not based on fact
Hypothesizing – Forming a testable
question based on fact
Analyzing for Bias – Checking for
prejudices
Drawing Conclusions – Coming to
understandings based on facts
Predicting – Anticipating a future
occurrence