Each group needs:

• graphing paper
• pencils
• rulers
• sticky notes
• Evaluation Rubric, for group to see and teacher to fill out

Materials and tools for the entire class to share will vary, depending on the project topic. Suggestions:

• foam core
• balsa wood
• plywood
• sheet plastic
• cardstock
• wooden or metal dowels
• craft utility knives
• rulers (if using utility knives, metal-edge rulers work best)
• cutting surface, such as plastic board, kitchen cutting board or back of newsprint pad
• hot glue and hot glue gun
• epoxy (if binding metal or plastic)
• scrap materials (have students scavenge or ask for donations)
• hardware (nuts, bolts, screws, hinges, fasteners, wire)
• machining tools (drills, saws, sanders)
• (optional) overhead projector with transparencies of Types of Engineering Drawings, Engineering Drawing Components and Evaluation Rubric