Title: K-12 Engineering Design
Course: BPSS (SCI) Science Standards > Section: Standards Workspace

SCI-MS.ETS1

DCI (ETS1)

Middle School Engineering Design

Performance Expectations

Under Development: Disciplinary Core Ideas are larger groups of related Performance Expectations. So the Disciplinary Core Idea Score is a calculation of all the related Performance Expectations. So click on the Performance Expectation name below each Disciplinary Core Idea to access the learning targets and proficiency scales for each Disciplinary Core Idea's related Performance Expectations.

SCI-MS.ETS1.01

MS (SCI) Engineering Design
Engineering Design [ETS1]

SCI-MS.ETS1.01 Define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution, taking into account relevant scientific principles and potential impacts on people and the natural environment that may limit possible solutions.

Clarification Statement This standard may be integrated into any performance standard. Suggested ecological topics may include deforestation, overpopulation, water quality, air quality, erosion, toxic spills.
The more precisely a design task’s criteria and constraints can be defined, the more likely it is that the designed solution will be successful. Specification of constraints includes consideration of scientific principles and other relevant knowledge that are likely to limit possible solutions.

Student Learning Targets:

Knowledge Targets

- I can

Reasoning Targets

- I can

Skills (Performance) Targets

- I can

Product Targets

- I can

Proficiency Scale

The Student ...

1 Beginning

... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
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2 Developing

... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
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3 Proficient

“The Standard.”
... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations.
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4 Advanced

... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.
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SCI-MS.ETS1.02

MS (SCI) Engineering Design
Engineering Design [ETS1]

SCI-MS.ETS1.02 Evaluate competing design solutions using systematic process to determine how well they meet the criteria and constraints of the problem.

Clarification Statement This standard may be integrated into any performance standard. This is a continuation of the previous standard..
There are systematic processes for evaluating solutions with respect to how well they meet the criteria and constraints of a problem.

Student Learning Targets:

Knowledge Targets

- I can

Reasoning Targets

- I can

Skills (Performance) Targets

- I can

Product Targets

- I can

Proficiency Scale

The Student ...

1 Beginning

... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

2 Developing

... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

3 Proficient

“The Standard.”
... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations.
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4 Advanced

... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

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Vocabulary

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Websites

- Title of website with a URL to open in a new window

SCI-MS.ETS1.03

MS (SCI) Engineering Design
Engineering Design [ETS1]

SCI-MS.ETS1.03 Analyze data from tests to determine similarities and differences among several design solutions to identify the best characteristics of each that can be combined into a new solution to better meet the criteria for success.

Clarification Statement This standard may be integrated into any performance standard. This is a continuation of the previous standard.
Human activities have significantly altered the biosphere, sometimes damaging or destroying natural habitats and causing the extinction of other species. But changes to Earth’s environments can have different impacts for different living things. Typically, as human populations and per-capita consumption of natural resources increase, so do the negative impacts on Earth unless the activities and technologies involved are engineered otherwise.

Student Learning Targets:

Knowledge Targets

- I can

Reasoning Targets

- I can

Skills (Performance) Targets

- I can

Product Targets

- I can

Proficiency Scale

The Student ...

1 Beginning

... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

2 Developing

... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

3 Proficient

“The Standard.”
... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations.
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4 Advanced

... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

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Websites

- Title of website with a URL to open in a new window

SCI-MS.ETS1.04

MS (SCI) Engineering Design
Engineering Design [ETS1]

SCI-MS.ETS1.04 Develop a model to generate data for iterative testing and modification of a proposed object, tool, or process such that an optimal design can be achieved.

Clarification Statement This standard may be integrated into any performance standard. This is a continuation of the previous standard.
- A solution needs to be tested, and then modified on the basis of the test results, in order to improve it. Models of all kinds are important for testing solutions.
- The iterative process of testing the most promising solutions and modifying what is proposed on the basis of the test results leads to greater refinement and ultimately to an optimal solution.

Student Learning Targets:

Knowledge Targets

- I can

Reasoning Targets

- I can

Skills (Performance) Targets

- I can

Product Targets

- I can

Proficiency Scale

The Student ...

1 Beginning

... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

2 Developing

... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

3 Proficient

“The Standard.”
... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

4 Advanced

... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

Resources

Vocabulary

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- list

Websites

- Title of website with a URL to open in a new window

SCI-EL.ETS1

DCI (ETS1)

Grades 3-5 Engineering Design

Performance Expectations

Under Development: Disciplinary Core Ideas are larger groups of related Performance Expectations. So the Disciplinary Core Idea Score is a calculation of all the related Performance Expectations. So click on the Performance Expectation name below each Disciplinary Core Idea to access the learning targets and proficiency scales for each Disciplinary Core Idea's related Performance Expectations.

SCI-EL.ETS1.01

3-5 (SCI) Engineering Design
Engineering Design [ETS1]

SCI-EL.ETS1.01 Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or a want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost.

Clarification Statement Refer to the Engineering Design Process in the link above for a visual flow chart. They could include an item/object either at home or school that may make life easier or more efficient.
Possible solutions to a problem are limited by available materials and resources (constraints). The success of a designed solution is determined by considering the desired features of a solution (criteria). Different proposals for solutions can be compared on the basis of how well each one meets the specified criteria for success or how well each takes the constraints into account.

Student Learning Targets:

Knowledge Targets

- I can

Reasoning Targets

- I can

Skills (Performance) Targets

- I can

Product Targets

- I can

Proficiency Scale

The Student ...

1 Beginning

... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

2 Developing

... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

3 Proficient

“The Standard.”
... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

4 Advanced

... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

Resources

Vocabulary

- words

- list

Websites

- Title of website with a URL to open in a new window

SCI-EL.ETS1.02

3-5 (SCI) Engineering Design
Engineering Design [ETS1]

SCI-EL.ETS1.02 Generate and compare multiple possible solutions to a problem based on how well each is likely to meet the criteria and constraints of the problem.

Clarification Statement Refer to the Engineering Design Process in the link above for a visual flow chart. This is a continuation of the previous standard.
Research on a problem should be carried out before beginning to design a solution. Testing solution involves investigating how well it performs under a range of likely conditions.
At whatever stage, communicating with peers about proposed solutions is an important part of the design process, and shared ideas can lead to improved designs.

Student Learning Targets:

Knowledge Targets

- I can

Reasoning Targets

- I can

Skills (Performance) Targets

- I can

Product Targets

- I can

Proficiency Scale

The Student ...

1 Beginning

... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

2 Developing

... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

3 Proficient

“The Standard.”
... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

4 Advanced

... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

Resources

Vocabulary

- words

- list

Websites

- Title of website with a URL to open in a new window

SCI-EL.ETS1.03

3-5 (SCI) Engineering Design
Engineering Design [ETS1]

SCI-EL.ETS1.03 Plan and carry out fair tests in which variables are controlled and failure points are considered to identify aspects of a model or prototype that can be improved.

Clarification Statement Refer to the Engineering Design Process in the link above for a visual flow chart. This is a continuation of the previous standard.
Tests are often designed to identify failure points or difficulties, which suggest the elements of the design that need to be improved.
Different solutions need to be tested in order to determine which of them best solves the problem, given the criteria and the constraints.

Student Learning Targets:

Knowledge Targets

- I can

Reasoning Targets

- I can

Skills (Performance) Targets

- I can

Product Targets

- I can

Proficiency Scale

The Student ...

1 Beginning

... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

2 Developing

... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

3 Proficient

“The Standard.”
... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

4 Advanced

... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

Resources

Vocabulary

- words

- list

Websites

- Title of website with a URL to open in a new window

SCI-K2.ETS1

DCI (ETS1)

Grades K-2 Engineering Design

Performance Expectations

Under Development: Disciplinary Core Ideas are larger groups of related Performance Expectations. So the Disciplinary Core Idea Score is a calculation of all the related Performance Expectations. So click on the Performance Expectation name below each Disciplinary Core Idea to access the learning targets and proficiency scales for each Disciplinary Core Idea's related Performance Expectations.

SCI-K2.ETS1.01

K-2 (SCI) Engineering Design
Engineering Design [ETS1]

SCI-K2.ETS1.01 Ask questions, make observations, and gather information about a situation people want to change to define a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new or improved object or tool.

Clarification Statement Students can solve a given simple problem (e.g. leprechaun traps) by asking questions, making observations, and gathering information.
-A situation that people want to change or create can be approached as a problem to be solved through engineering.
-Asking questions, making observations, and gathering information are helpful in thinking about problems.
-Before beginning to design a solution, it is important to clearly understand the problem.

Student Learning Targets:

Knowledge Targets

- I can

Reasoning Targets

- I can

Skills (Performance) Targets

- I can

Product Targets

- I can

Proficiency Scale

The Student ...

1 Beginning

... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

2 Developing

... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

3 Proficient

“The Standard.”
... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

4 Advanced

... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

Resources

Vocabulary

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- list

Websites

- Title of website with a URL to open in a new window

SCI-K2.ETS1.02

K-2 (SCI) Engineering Design
Engineering Design [ETS1]

SCI-K2.ETS1.02 Develop a simple sketch, drawing, or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a given problem.

Clarification Statement Create a model that will show how a shape of an object helps its function (e.g. build the tallest tower using multiple materials).
-Designs can be conveyed through sketches, drawings, or physical models. These representations are useful in communicating ideas for a problem's solutions to other people.

Student Learning Targets:

Knowledge Targets

- I can

Reasoning Targets

- I can

Skills (Performance) Targets

- I can

Product Targets

- I can

Proficiency Scale

The Student ...

1 Beginning

... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

2 Developing

... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

3 Proficient

“The Standard.”
... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

4 Advanced

... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

Resources

Vocabulary

- words

- list

Websites

- Title of website with a URL to open in a new window

SCI-K2.ETS1.03

K-2 (SCI) Engineering Design
Engineering Design [ETS1]

SCI-K2.ETS1.03 Analyze data from tests of two objects designed to solve the same problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of how each performs.

Clarification Statement e.g. comparing different types of paper towel absorbency.
-Because there is always more than one possible solution to a problem, it is useful to compare and test designs

Student Learning Targets:

Knowledge Targets

- I can

Reasoning Targets

- I can

Skills (Performance) Targets

- I can

Product Targets

- I can

Proficiency Scale

The Student ...

1 Beginning

... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

2 Developing

... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

3 Proficient

“The Standard.”
... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

4 Advanced

... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

Resources

Vocabulary

- words

- list

Websites

- Title of website with a URL to open in a new window

SCI-HS.ETS1.04

HS (SCI) Engineering Design
Engineering Design [ETS1]

SCI-HS.ETS1.04 Use a computer simulation to model the impact of proposed solutions to a complex real-world problem with numerous criteria and constraints on interactions within and between systems relevant to the problem.

Both physical models and computers can be used in various ways to aid in the engineering design process. Computers are useful for a variety of purposes, such as running simulations to test different ways of solving a problem or to see which one is most efficient or economical; and in making a persuasive presentation to a client about how a given design will meet his or her needs.

Student Learning Targets:

Knowledge Targets

- I can

Reasoning Targets

- I can

Skills (Performance) Targets

- I can

Product Targets

- I can

Proficiency Scale

The Student ...

1 Beginning

... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

2 Developing

... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

3 Proficient

“The Standard.”
... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

4 Advanced

... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

Resources

Vocabulary

- words

- list

Websites

- Title of website with a URL to open in a new window

SCI-HS.ETS1

DCI (ETS1)

High School Engineering Design

Performance Expectations

Under Development: Disciplinary Core Ideas are larger groups of related Performance Expectations. So the Disciplinary Core Idea Score is a calculation of all the related Performance Expectations. So click on the Performance Expectation name below each Disciplinary Core Idea to access the learning targets and proficiency scales for each Disciplinary Core Idea's related Performance Expectations.

SCI-HS.ETS1.02

HS (SCI) Engineering Design
Engineering Design [ETS1]

SCI-HS.ETS1.02 Design a solution to a complex real-world problem by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable problems that can be solved through engineering.

Criteria may need to be broken down into simpler ones that can be approached systematically, and decisions about the priority of certain criteria over others (tradeoffs) may be needed.

Student Learning Targets:

Knowledge Targets

- I can

Reasoning Targets

- I can

Skills (Performance) Targets

- I can

Product Targets

- I can

Proficiency Scale

The Student ...

1 Beginning

... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

2 Developing

... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

3 Proficient

“The Standard.”
... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

4 Advanced

... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

Resources

Vocabulary

- words

- list

Websites

- Title of website with a URL to open in a new window

SCI-HS.ETS1.01

HS (SCI) Engineering Design
Engineering Design [ETS1]

SCI-HS.ETS1.01 Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.

Criteria and constraints also include satisfying any requirements set by society, such as taking issues of risk mitigation into account, and they should be quantified to the extent possible and stated in such a way that one can tell if a given design meets them.
Humanity faces major global challenges today, such as the need for supplies of clean water and food or for energy sources that minimize pollution, which can be addressed through engineering. These global challenges also may have manifestations in local communities

Student Learning Targets:

Knowledge Targets

- I can

Reasoning Targets

- I can

Skills (Performance) Targets

- I can

Product Targets

- I can

Proficiency Scale

The Student ...

1 Beginning

... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

2 Developing

... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

3 Proficient

“The Standard.”
... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

4 Advanced

... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

Resources

Vocabulary

- words

- list

Websites

- Title of website with a URL to open in a new window

SCI-HS.ETS1.03

HS (SCI) Engineering Design
Engineering Design [ETS1]

SCI-HS.ETS1.03 Evaluate a solution to a complex real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and trade-offs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.

When evaluating solutions, it is important to consider a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, and to consider social, cultural, and environmental impacts.

Student Learning Targets:

Knowledge Targets

- I can

Reasoning Targets

- I can

Skills (Performance) Targets

- I can

Product Targets

- I can

Proficiency Scale

The Student ...

1 Beginning

... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

2 Developing

... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).
- descriptors

3 Proficient

“The Standard.”
... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

4 Advanced

... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.
- descriptors

Resources

Vocabulary

- words

- list

Websites

- Title of website with a URL to open in a new window