LESSON MATERIALS

SIXTH GRADE

HVAC Engineer         

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning - Designing for Comfort and Climate

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OBJECTIVE

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

  • Describe what HVAC designers and engineers do.

  • Explain how HVAC systems affect comfort, energy use, and sustainability.

  • Apply design thinking to plan and build a working air duct model.

  • Test and improve their designs to solve a real-world airflow problem.

FUTURE READY

HVAC and mechanical design engineers play a critical role in shaping a more sustainable future. This lesson strengthens students' ability to think critically, collaborate in teams, and solve complex problems using engineering design. Students use spatial reasoning, systems thinking, and iterative testing to improve airflow and energy efficiency—skills that are in high demand in many industries.

As climate change drives the need for greener buildings, careers in HVAC, mechanical, and plumbing design are growing fast. These are Future Ready careers that combine math, creativity, and environmental responsibility—perfect for students who want to make a difference in how we live, work, and build tomorrow’s world.

LESSON DURATION

45 minutes