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Disassemble one of the devices suggested below and put it back together. Sketch all the parts and illustrate how they fit together to make the device operate. List at least three ways you think the design could be improved. Choose one of the following devices: a) flashlight, b) lawn sprinkler, c) sink faucet, d) stapler, e) inkjet printer, f) computer mouse.

Develop a list of working criteria that could be used in deciding whether to: a) Accept a co-op job offer from Company A or Company B. b) Study overseas for the fall semester or remain on campus. c) Buy a new car or repair your old one. d) Drive to school or use public transport. e) Change your major or remain in engineering. f) Purchase a new computer or upgrade your current model. g) Live in a detached house or an apartment. h) Eat no meat for a week.

Assemble a team of four students from your class and use the engineering design process to build the tallest possible tower that can support a 12-oz can of soda/pop. Materials: one roll of masking tape, one package of straws, and one can of soda/pop. Constraints: Your tower must be freestanding and remain upright for five seconds under load to qualify for measurement. You have 30 minutes to complete this exercise.