Situations are presented in ways that promote the student's critical thinking skills and that provide opportunities to explore possible solutions to technical problems while meeting specific performance criteria. The student will connect and operate a pneumatic pump, switch and cylinder. The student will follow instructions to construct a simple pneumatic system. The student will investigate and record the advantages and disadvantages of a given pneumatic device. There are advantages and disadvantages to the use of pneumatic systems.
Air is available in an unlimited supply.
Compressed air can be stored and moved through pipes and hoses. Air is a non-polluting and renewable resource. Pneumatic devices are compact, lightweight and simple to construct. These devices don t overheat or spark and are easily adjustable. High operating speeds can be generated.