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In this design challenge, learners will engineer a structure and see if it can survive an earthquake they create.

In this activity, learners explore how the power of the sun can be harnessed to heat and cool a building.

In this activity, learners explore how engineers have developed big wheels or Ferris wheels.

This activity was designed for blind learners, but all types of learners can explore the process of extrusion used to produce pipes and wires in industry.

Based of the The Tech Challenge 2015, learners will engage in two mini-design challenges related to seismic engineering.

What's a more compelling problem to solve than being stranded on a deserted island?

In this activity, learners explore how engineers work in a team to solve problems.

If you have 3-foot dowels and rubber bands, you can can started on this fun and open design challenge. You can make structures big and small: make it so you can fit your parent into it!

In this activity, learners explore the design of tall structures such as skyscrapers and telecommunication towers.

In this activity, learners explore the structural strength of triangles by creating their own free-standing geodesic dome out of plastic straws.

In this geology and engineering activity (page 7 of the PDF), learners build an earthquake simulator, then use it to test various building designs, exploring different materials, shapes, and design op

In this activity, learners investigate passive solar building design with a focus solely on heating.

In this activity, learners explore how engineering has impacted the development of bridges over time, including innovative designs and the challenge of creating bridges that become landmarks for a cit

In this activity, learners watch a video to learn about a couple who built a home out of shipping containers in Brooklyn, New York.

In this activity, learners explore how engineers have improved roofing designs and materials in order to protect the contents of buildings.

In this activity, learners design, build, test and redesign a display tower that will meet a specific set of criteria and constraints.