Enhancement Activities

1. Listen to/watch video

a. What is the purpose of the Ground Launch Sequencer?

b. Why is the integration console an appropriate name for the location of the Shuttle Project Engineer?

2. Learn More Section – Not all consoles and their respective engineers that play a critical role in shuttle launch operations have been featured on this website. This section will allow you to visit the other consoles and get an idea of the type of engineers who work these consoles.

a. Click on the diagram of the Firing Room.

b. Click on the console number(s) that were not already highlighted on this website.

c. Provide a brief description of the responsibilities of the engineer(s) occupying the console.

National Science Education Standards:
A.1.4 – Develop descriptions, explanations, predictions, and models using evidence, A.1.5 – Think critically and logically to make the relationships between evidence and explanations
E.2.4 – Perfectly designed solutions do not exist. All technological solutions have trade-offs, such as safety, cost, efficiency, and appearance
G.1.1 - Women and men of various social and ethnic backgrounds engage in the activities of science, engineering, and related fields
G.1.2 – Science requires different abilities, depending on such factors as the field of study and type of inquiry

National Education Technology Standards:
A.1.1 – Students demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems
A.2.2 – Students practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software