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EXPERIENCE DESIGN COMPETITION
WHAT IS IT…
An engineering design competition with a focus on energy efficiency, energy conservation, and renewable energy for high school students.
The competition is based on a precise mission. The problem
definition was announced on March 3rd, giving all teams the same time to design and build their system. Participating teams will be given a basic toolkit of materials as well as regulations regarding additional materials.
The designs and experiences of each group will be officially shared with all other participating groups in a final rally organized at the Falls Brook Centre. Judges will evaluate the systems upon the criteria originally outlined. The rally will also contain workshops solidifying the concepts learned over the year. Also present will be representatives from local college/university departments and local energy related business and industry.
The EE Design Competition Handbook will help you get your team organized in preparation of the official launch.
GET INVOLVED:
START A TEAM
Starting an Energy Experience team is a unique and rewarding experience for youth participants, mentors and teachers. Teams will gain valuable experience in engineering, problem-solving, team work, leadership, financing and marketing.
VOLUNTEER
The Energy Experience Design Competition depends on the support of a strong network of volunteers. There are many ways of joining this team.
Teachers: Students need help running a team. Help them to get setup and act as a facilitator as the challenge progresses.
Mentors: The design competition is no easy task and students will need mentors when designing and building their systems. Mentors can also help the team get ready before the mission objectives are announced by going over engineering basics.
Rally Volunteer: It’s a busy time when all the teams come together for the final rally. Join the excitement by helping to organize and run what will likely be a few days of great fun.
DONATE
The design competition is made possible through the generosity of our many funders, big and small. Donations will help to make this activity as accessible as possible.
SPONSOR
Teams will need a lot of resources to complete the challenge we give them. You can directly impact the life of youth by sponsoring their team and giving them the opportunity to put their ingenuity to the test. We can help you find a team in your region to sponsor
ALREADY INVOLVED:
MISSION OBJECTIVES, RULES, AND REGULATIONS
Download Design Challenge 2008 document which outlines this years
competition including design requirements, materials, documentation,
and evaluation criteria.
SCHEDULE
Posting of Design Challenge 2008
March 3rd, 2008
Registration Deadline
April 11th, 2008
Design Document Submitted
May 9th, 2008
Design Competition Rally
May 17th, 2008
Download the design competition handbook for general contest information
and advice on how to get your team organized.
For more information, contact the technology team at: (506) 375-4310 or by email
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