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The Ultimate Coaster Challenge (5th 6 Weeks Project)

Due Dates:
Hand Drawn Coaster: Monday, April 13
Coaster Specifications Table: Monday, April 13
Poster / Final Project (Poster): Thursday, April 16
Late projects will be deducted 7 points PER DAY that the project is late
your project is expected to be turned in on the above dates, whether you are
absent from school or not.
Absences does NOT excuse you from turning your project in ON TIME.
Introduction:
You have been challenged to build the best roller coaster in North Carolinathe catch is
you have to use your knowledge of Trigonometric Functions and the Circle in order to
complete this task. You will write the equations to your rollercoaster, analyzing each detail
of the functions chosen, and finally graphing your master piece. Be CREATIVE, but most
importantly have fun with this!!!
GOOD LUCK and may the thrill be with you!
Guidelines:
You will work in groups of 2 (unless a need for a group of 3 arises due to numbers)
Remember to pick someone that is dependable and that you can work well with, as
the majority of this project will be completed OUTSIDE of class.
You will evaluate your partners contribution to the coaster through a peer
evaluation which will be given to you on Monday, April 13 (10 points)
Your coaster is required to have a total of 5 graphs:
2 Sine Graphs / Equations (one of which is reflected)
2 Cosine Graphs / Equations (one of which is reflected)
1 Circle Graph / Equation
** You may include more than 5 graphs, however only the first 5 will be counted towards
your grade **
For each of the above you must include the following on the Coaster Specifications Table
that will be shared with you through google docs. No 2 graphs can contain the same
valuesall functions must have different values for each of the following:
* Equation *Amplitude
*Period
*Phase Shift
*Vertical Shift
*Domain
*Range
You will create a hand drawn version of your coasterthis is due Monday, April 13.
Each hand drawn coaster must have the following: (25 points)
Neatly drawn on graph paper, legible, & easy to read
All graphs must smoothly connect to the graph before it.
First and Last graph must start at the SAME Y-Value
All points labeled (5 main points for each trig function & 4 main points for circle)
Each graph must be done in a different color

The Ultimate Coaster Challenge (5th 6 Weeks Project)

Accuracy of the graphs will be graded (location of the points,


the axis scaled, etc)
Name of the coaster
You will create a visual representation of your coaster on poster board due
Thursday, April 16. Each poster board must have the following: (30 points)
The name of your coaster
Coaster Specifications Table
o This must be TYPED on the form that will be shared with you.
o You will be required to print 2 copies of the document
1 for the poster & 1 to turn in on MONDAY, APRIL 13
A creative representation of your coaster (large-scale drawn on the poster itself)
o Neatly drawn on poster board, legible, & easy to read.
o All points must be labeled (5 main points for each trig function & 4 main points
for circle)
o Each graph should be done in a different color
o Each graph should smoothly connect to the graph before it
o First and Last graph must start at the SAME Y-Value
o Should cover the majority of your poster
o Accuracy of the graphs will be graded (location of the points, scale, etc)
Computer generated drawing of your coaster from desmos.com
o This will be done IN CLASS on Monday, April 13.
o You will be required to print this either at school or own your own (if you do not
finish in class).
o Each graph should be done in a different color
Be creative, neat, & clean on your visualthese are all elements included in your
rubric.
Projects will be judged by our Coaster Experts in the following areas:
Most Unique Rollercoaster Name
Most Creative Rollercoaster
Best / Most Thrilling Rollercoaster Ride
Best Overall Project
Each category will have a winner from Mrs. Akins 2nd period class & Ms. Baranowskis 4th
period class. Each winner will receive a prize.
The first place coasters from each class will be judged in the Ultimate Coaster
Challenge, where one coaster design team will be chosen as the Coaster Building
Mathematicians. The 4 overall coaster design teams for each category will receive an
additional prize, as well as coaster building / Trig Function master bragging rights!!!

The Ultimate Coaster Challenge (5th 6 Weeks Project)


You will be given a copy of the rubric prior to
turning your project in.
Seek help if you do not understand.
DO NOT wait until the last minute to attempt this project.

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