CVCC Tech Fair 2008 General Information
I. Categories of Competition
A. CAD Competition (Campbell Hall – Thursday, May 1, 2008, 9 a.m.-12 noon)
1. Architectural (3 hour time limit) - 1 student entry per school
2. Mechanical (3 hour time limit) - 1 student entry per school
3. 3D AutoCAD Solid Modeling (3 hour time limit) – 1 entry per school
4. Solid Modeling using Inventor (3 hour time limit) – 1 entry per school
B. Portfolio (Due date Thursday, May 1, 2008 by 5:00 p.m.)
1. Technology Education – 1 year
2. Technology Education – 2 years
3. Technology Education – 3 years
4. Vocational Education – 1 year
5.
Vocational Education – 2 years
C.
Displays (Due in on Thursday, May 8, 2008 by 5:00 p.m.)
1. Individual Displays
2. Group Displays
D. Models (Due in on Thursday, May 8, 2008 by 5:00 p.m.)
1. Individual Models
2. Group Models
E. Live Team Competitions (Merritt Building - May 9, 2008, 9 -11:30 a.m.)
1. Math Challenge
2. Team 1 Challenge
3. Team 2 Challenge
F. Bridge Competition (Due in on Thursday, May 8, 2008 by 5:00 pm.)
Competition 9:30-11:30 a.m.
1. Best Craftsmanship
2. Best Performance
G.
3D Modeling
1. Creative design
H. Trebuchet Competition (Due in on Thursday, May 8, 2008 by 5:00 p.m.)
Competition 10:00-11:30 a.m.
1. Best Craftsmanship
2. Best Performance
I. Concrete Frisbee Competition (Due in on Thurs. May 8, 2008 by 5:00 p.m.)
Competition 10:00-11:30 a.m.
1. Design, craftsmanship, Appearance
2. Throwing Accuracy
3. Distance
II. Portfolio Requirements
Portfolio content: Participants should have a selection of all types of drawings included in their portfolio that they have been exposed to. In talking to judges about the entries, they would like to see more variety, better quality, limit of 12 drawings in a portfolio, Include a letter of introduction.
Bring Portfolios to the Campbell Building- Room 4215
Portfolios will be judged by the following criteria:
5 pts. 1. Creativity exhibited in design of cover
10 pts. 2. Craftsmanship - The portfolio illustrates good craftsmanship (i.e., neatness, attractiveness, professional appearance, etc.)
10 pts. 3. Effectiveness - The portfolio effectively portrays the student's knowledge and skills by including drawings representing a variety of problems as well as awards, certificates and other personal information.
15 pts. 4. Adheres to drafting standards
15 pts. 5. Accuracy, view selection, dimensioning techniques
III. Display Requirements
Individual displays must be completed by only one student.
Class or group displays have unlimited numbers of participants. One student should be designated as the group leader.
Displays can be civil, architectural, mechanical related or any other area of technology. Displays should be of reasonable size so they can be properly displayed. Students will be responsible for setting up their own display. All entries in this category must be submitted by 5 p.m., Thursday, May 8, 2008. Displays must be picked up by 4 p.m., Friday, May 9, 2008.
DISPLAYS SHOULD HAVE A REPRESENTATIVE AT THEIR DISPLAY ON THE MORNING OF THE FAIR. THIS WILL GIVE THEM AN OPPORTUNITY TO EXPLAIN THEIR PROJECT.
Bring displays to the Multipurpose Room in Merritt Hall.
All class and individual displays will be judged using the following criteria:
1. Craftsmanship of display's construction
2. Creativeness of the project
3. Complexity of the project
IV. Model Requirements (Due in Thursday, May 8, 2008 by 5:00 p.m.)
Models should be of a reasonable size to be properly displayed. Any type
model (mechanical, architectural, civil) is acceptable. Kits are not
allowed. Models will be judged on quality of
construction, completeness,
detail and creative use of materials. Judges will decide if the
entry is a model or a display. Examples of models: House or
condo/apartment model, mechanical device
such as steam engine, elevator, and
conveyor. Incomplete models will not be judged.
V. Team Competition - Each school team must register for competition time/room upon arrival.
A. Math Competition
Each participating school will be allowed to enter 1 team consisting of 4 students. The team will be required to solve 4 math problems. The math problems will include such areas as basic arithmetic, algebra, geometry and trigonometry. Each question may have an application component beyond the theoretical calculation. For example: A team member may be given a tape measure and ask to calculate the square footage of the room. Based upon a brief descriptor of each problem the team will designate 1 team member to solve each problem. Each member must solve 1 problem! Each member will have 20 minutes to calculate the answer and may not receive any assistance once the problem solving has begun. A TI –32 calculator will be provided to each participant (no other calculators will be permitted). Three problems will have exact answers and only the correct answer will be accepted (including proper units). NO PARTIAL CREDIT! The fourth problem will be an “estimate” and points will be given based upon the closeness of answers (thus eliminating the possibility of a tie).
B. Team 1 & 2 Competition
Each participating school will be allowed to enter 2 teams consisting of 5 students in each team. The teams will be given a “challenge” which will require teamwork to complete. Factors which may assist in the completion of the problem include (but not limited to): size (both big and small), speed, problem solving skills, leadership skills, organizational skills, math skills, and communication skills. Scoring will be based upon time to complete the problem, with “penalties” accessed along the way for failure to complete specific task. All members will be required to participate.
VI. Awards
A. The following awards will be given in each area of competition:
School Spirit Trophy
First Place
$25.00 Cash Award
Second Place
$15.00 Cash Award
Third Place
$10.00 Cash Award
Honorable Mention
Ribbon
B. Judges may withhold some or all awards in any category where the quality of workmanship does not warrant special recognition.
C. School Spirit Trophy
The School Spirit Trophy will be awarded to the school that exhibits the most interest in the Tech Fair Competitions and Fair activities. Student attitude, student participation and competitive spirit will be among the factors considered.
Any questions, call Norm Hansen at (434) 832-7724