Process

1.      Start by reviewing a few physics websites (click here). A few of these websites focus on physics in games, so you may want to check these out first.

2.      Think about what makes games and sports fun, accessible, and realistic for design and use. Begin brainstorming more concrete ideas for the game while you look at the physics information. You should have a good idea for your game by this Friday.

3.      Once you have an idea for a game or sport, go back to the list of physics websites (click here). Use these to support your proposal and prototype development.

4.      Start developing a set of rules. It is important to have work done on the rules before you begin your prototype because you want to make sure the game/sport will actually be useful.

5.      Begin building your prototype. If you need help in acquiring materials, please email me. We probably have the materials you need at school.

6.      Create a proposal. This should be professional (typed) and should contain the following sections, in this order:

a.      Purpose (write the purpose for this project)

b.      Description (fully describe your game, but don’t put tables/drawings here)

c.       Physical Advantage (using technical language, concentrate on the physics behind your game)

d.      Drawings (these should include Free Body Diagrams, calculations, design drawings, etc.)

7.      Don’t forget to write your weekly progress-process reports.

8.      Click here for a calendar of due dates.

Last updated on July 31, 2003. Based on the “Concrete Design” template from The WebQuest Page