STANDARD P1: INQUIRY, REFLECTION, AND SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS
Students will understand the nature of science and demonstrate an ability to practice scientific reasoning by applying it to the design,
execution, and evaluation of scientific investigations. Students will demonstrate their understanding that scientific knowledge is gathered
through various forms of direct and indirect observations and the testing of this information by methods including, but not limited to,
experimentation. They will be able to distinguish between types of scientific knowledge (e.g., hypotheses, laws, theories) and
become aware of areas of active research in contrast to conclusions that are part of established scientific consensus. They will use their
scientific knowledge to assess the costs, risks, and benefits of technological systems as they make personal choices and participate in
public policy decisions. These insights will help them analyze the role science plays in society, technology, and potential career opportunities.
P1.1 Scientific Inquiry

Astronomy - Students will demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts relating to variable star astronomy.

Boomilever - The objective of this event is to design and build the lightest cantilevered wooden structure which, when attached to a vertical Testing Wall at one end, will support a load up to 1.5 Kg at the distal end. Teams should maintain and submit a log at check-in containing information about the structures they have built that can be used to improve future designs.

Circuit Lab - Students will compete in activities involving knowledge of direct current (DC) Electrical Circuits. The event may include hands-on experimentation and/or problem solving. A typical event will consist of both a theoretical portion (e.g., questions requiring knowledge in circuit analysis techniques such as Ohm's Law) and a practical portion (e.g., questions requiring knowledge in the use of equipment such as a multimeter).

Electric Vehicle - Contestants will construct a "vehicle" which uses electrical energy as its sole means of propulsion. They should be able to adjust the vehicle to travel a distance specified by the judges and to predict the time it will take to travel that distance.

Experimental Design - This event will determine a team's ability to design, conduct, and report the findings of an experiment actually conducted on site.

Five Star Science - Teams will compete in an academic pentathlon to demonstrate their overall understanding of five major science content areas (Inquiry and Data Analysis, Biology, Chemistry, Earth/Space Science, and Physics).

Forensics - Given a scenario and some possible suspects, students will perform a series of tests. These tests, along with other evidence or test results will be used to solve a crime.

Physics Lab - Students will compete in lab activities in the areas of work, energy and power.

Remote Sensing - Participants will use satellite imagery of Mars and other resources to identify and interpret geologic features, answer questions, or solve problems.

Robot Ramble - The object of this event is to design and build a robot capable of performing certain tasks on a prescribed playing field.

Sounds of Music - Prior to the competition each team will build two types of musical instruments based on a 12 tone tempered scale, prepare to describe the principles behind their operation and be able to perform a major scale, a required melody and a chosen melody.

Wright Stuff - Teams will construct and test up to two rubber-powered model monoplanes to achieve maximum flight times.
P1.2 Scientific Reflection and Social Implications

Experimental Design - This event will determine a team's ability to design, conduct, and report the findings of an experiment actually conducted on site.

Forensics - Given a scenario and some possible suspects, students will perform a series of tests. These tests, along with other evidence or test results will be used to solve a crime.