Reverse Engineering

This is a great project to do right after teaching students how to draft and do basic work in CAD. It helps them develop a systems approach to engineering and develop a better understanding of a variety of mechanisms. Someone once told me their favorite quote about teaching engineering was "How will you ever design something if you've never made anything? And how will you make something if you've never taken anything apart?" and that is exactly why I think this project is such an important one for future engineers. Besides, who doesn't love Toy Story? See my Little Bo Peep - inspired project packet below.