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IED | Unit 3

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CAD Assemblies, Prototyping & Technical Drawings - five structured design briefs for remediation, enrichment, and independent engineering work.

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MISSION 3.1

Simplify the Rocket Assembly

Advanced2 class periodsEngineering Challenge

Redesign the assembly to reduce part count or assembly time while preserving required function and overall envelope.

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MISSION 3.2

Portfolio-Quality Exploded View

Intermediate1-2 class periodsSkill Builder

Create a professional exploded view, BOM, and assembly-order visual suitable for a portfolio or design review.

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MISSION 3.3

Fit and Tolerance Investigation

Advanced2-3 class periodsEngineering Challenge

Design and test a tolerance coupon that identifies useful clearance, transition, and press-fit dimensions for the classroom printer.

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MISSION 3.4

Manufacturing Readiness Review

Intermediate60 minutesPractice & Review

Perform a manufacturing readiness review of another student’s rocket assembly and identify issues before production.

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MISSION 3.5

Prototype Component Upgrade

Intermediate2-3 class periodsAerospace Mission

Redesign, print, and compare one component so the revised prototype performs better in a defined test.

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