Playground Design Process

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Design and Modeling – Playground Problem

Students research, design and model a themed playground using the design process.

Design and Modeling – Playground Problem

Define the Problem• Discussion with community or

elementary school Representative • Visit and “play” on an existing

playground• Justify need for new or modified

equipment or playground

Design and Modeling – Playground Problem

Generate Concepts• Brainstorm ideas/themes• Interview kids who would use• Sketch your favorite piece of equipment• How would you innovate?• Sketch a new piece of equipment

Research• Safety• Size requirements• Materials• Placement• Durability

Design and Modeling – Playground Problem

Develop a Solution• Sketch in Engineering Notebook• Decision Matrix• 3D CAD drawings using Inventor

Design and Modeling – Playground Problem

Construct and Test Prototype

Design and Modeling – Playground Problem

Evaluate Solution• Children interest – fun factor• Safety features• Material usage

Design and Modeling – Playground Problem

Present Solution