Custom Tools

OBJECTIVE

By the end of this lesson, students will understand the concept of a "tool" and its importance in different jobs. Students will engage in hands-on activities that challenge them to create a tool that mimics custom tools. Students will work in pairs to create each tool.

FUTURE READY

Advanced Manufacturing is one of the fastest-growing industries on the Central Coast and across the country—and custom toolmaking sits at the heart of it. Every product we rely on, from medical devices to aircraft parts to everyday electronics, requires specialized tools made by skilled workers who understand how to shape, fasten, lift, measure, and assemble with precision. Companies in our region depend on toolmakers and technicians who can think creatively, troubleshoot problems, and design solutions for very specific tasks.

LESSON DURATION

45 minutes