This document discusses how building guitars can be used to teach STEM concepts in an engaging way. It provides examples of how guitars have been integrated into classrooms and programs at various levels, from using guitars as examples for physics and math lessons, to having students fully design and manufacture guitars. Building guitars allows students to learn science, technology, engineering, and math concepts through hands-on projects, while engaging their interest in music. Resources and training opportunities are provided for educators to learn how to incorporate guitar building into their own STEM curriculum.

1. STEM, Guitars, and Advanced Manufacturing: Ingredients for a Successful Integrated Learning Experience "Blues had a baby, and named it Rock and Roll“ Muddy Waters ATE Due-0903336

2. STEM, Guitars, and Advanced Manufacturing: Ingredients for a Successful Integrated Learning Experience Tom Singer, Professor Mechanical Engineering Technology Steve Wendel, Director National Center of Manufacturing Education "Blues had a baby, and named it Rock and Roll“ Muddy Waters ATE Due-0903336

3. STEM and Guitars r = 2 1/12 ~ 1.059 Ln = L0 (1 - 1/rn)

5. Physics (wave motion, magnetics, frequencies)

6. Chemistry (finishes)

7. Technology

8. CNC, Laser, Electronics, Woodworking, Tool usage (power and hand)

9. Engineering

10. Design, analysis (CG), material properties, Ergonomics, IE

11. Math

12. Geometry, algebra, logarithms, calculusSTEM Specifics “It’s a long way to the top if you want to Rock and Roll” – AC/DC

14. Multiple levels of integration (from full blown manufacturing centers to an after school club)

15. It is Gender neutral

16. We are even experimenting with nail polish painting!

17. Students already have interest (easily recognizable)

18. High success rate for completed guitars 99% (1% just stopped showing up)

19. Relatively low cost to get started (under $1500 in tools / equipment for a lab)So Why does it work?

21. A confidence builder, tactile learning tasks, expands reach of program into music, arts.

22. Recruiting for the class begins with the guitar lessons instructors on campus and the music department.

23. Creates a lot of buzz on campus

24. Campus newspaper, administrators, students all take notice since it is a unique concept applied learning.

25. Local TV , Newspaper have highlighted the class

26. Local music shops and Luthier's in your area are willing to assist

27. It expands the local music community.

28. There is a network of Schools (Universities, community Colleges, and high Schools) already doing guitar manufacturing and assembly around the US.

29. We have developed the systems and materials needed for your integration. So Why does it work?

31. 2 types of class options in MET

32. No-prerequisite class in exploring manufacturing and guitar building (students customize a pre-made guitar) over 50% are non-ET majors

33. Mini capstone -Our MET program has a end of year one capstone in design and fabrication How do we use it in classes?

34. In the guitar manufacturing class No-Prerequisites..Open to all students on campus Used as a recruiting tool, expose students to a variety of basics skill sets Safety and tool operation (hand and machines) Use CAD to design headstock shapes for cutouts Experience CNC & Laser engraving operations Learn to read schematic diagrams and solder Learn a bit of chemistry (finishes) Get exposure to Physics and Math applications It’s about Applied Learning

35. In the end of year one MET capstone class – Students work on multifunctional teams (in the last 2 years we had graphic art students and Mechanical Engineering Technology students on teams) They design, market test and analyze designs before production Apply many of the competencies learned in the first year of classes It’s about Applied Learning " Bought a beat up six string in a second hand store. Didn't know how to play it, but he knew for sure, that one guitar felt good in his hands. – Foreigner, Juke Box Hero

37. January 8-13 Las Vegas, NV (Southwest Technical)

38. June 20-25 College of the Redwoods, Eureka, CA

39. June 27- July 1 San Diego, CA

40. July 11-15 Sinclair Community College, Dayton, OH

41. July 11-15 Butler County Community College, Butler, PA

42. Tentative Aug 1-Purdue University West Lafayette, INTeam partner applications (one Technology faculty one Math or Science Faculty @www.guitarbuilding.org Registration is available Now! How to Integrate: the first step

44. Medium level: Test a sample build of a small quantity of guitars by using a school club or after school project. Sell the guitars at a profit to help purchase tools etc.

45. High level: Become one of our supply chain partners in manufacturing and applied learning of the guitar tools. Needs a fairly large lab space that can get dusty.Many levels of integration

47. Medium level: Test a sample build of a small quantity of guitars by using a school club or after school project. Sell the guitars at a profit to help purchase tools etc. Build a guitar as part of a club or as team exercise in a class

48. Minimal tool cost

49. Sanding station, basic hand tools, basic electric drill and bits, soldering tools, wet dry vacMany levels of integration

52. COLLABORATION & FABRICATION Requirements & Planning Concept Engineering Product Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Product Test & Quality Manufacturing Production Sales & Distribution Maintenance & Repair Disposal & Recycling Cautiously Engaged Full Throttle Getting Started

54. Curriculum and Resources Classroom Tools Guitar Primer Guitar Design & Mfg. Integrated Learning Skills Set Evaluation Tools and Equipment Guitar Fabrication Assembling a Guitar Video Series Wiring Schematics

56. Guitar kits run $155 single PU -- $165 double pickup

57. Educational and Corporate Project partners For more information, curriculum and videos Guitarbuilding.org He never ever learned to read or write so well, but he could play his guitar like he was ringing a bell. - Chuck Berry, Johnny B. Goode ATE Due-0903336

59. Check out our Guitar design and Manufacture workbook for STEM activities ready for classroom use

60. You choose the level of applied learning

61. Use the curriculum as a stand alone item in the classroom

62. Integrate through Building guitars

63. Become a supply chain partner

64. We sell complete or hardware only kits of the guitars to schools.

65. if you do not have Mfg capabilities but still want to get involved!

66. $165 for the guitar kit

67. $125 for the hardware onlyHow to get involved

69. June 20-25 College of the Redwoods, Eureka, CA

70. June 27- July 1 San Diego, CA

71. July 11-15 Sinclair Community College, Dayton, OH

72. July 11-15 Butler County Community College, Butler,PA

73. Tentative Aug 1-Purdue University West Lafayette, INTeam partner applications (one Technology faculty one Math or Science Faculty @www.guitarbuilding.org Registration is available Now! How to get involved

74. Laptop soundcard based oscilloscope http://www.zeitnitz.de/Christian/scope_en Used to intonate a guitar Making sure the string length is exactly ½ the distance between the nut and the bridge … the overall distance is termed Scale Length AutoDesk products (free for students and faculty use ) not for labs. http://students.autodesk.com Software tools

75. Sinclair Collab N FAB Guitar LAB Photos