Students research bridge types and structural systems, analyse existing solutions, and establish design requirements including load, span and material constraints.
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Students create a design specification with measurable success criteria, generate annotated structural designs, and select a preferred design with reference to engineering principles.
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Students construct the bridge following their plan, document changes and challenges encountered, and record evidence of construction skills and problem-solving.
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Students test the bridge under load, evaluate results against the specification, reflect on structural decisions, and propose modifications to improve performance.
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