TASC - ITE Competition

Problem Solving

GUIDELINES

1. Teams will consist of 3-4 team members.
2. Teams must provide own tools from "tool list".
3. Only tools from "tool list" will be allowed.
4. Contest limited to 1st 8 teams to register.
5. Contest open to all levels.
6. Contest will last 1 1/2 hours, with testing occurring last 15 minutes of contest. (1hr 15 min to work)
7. Only members of the teams may work on the problem (no outside help).
8. Judging of solutions will include how well the device worked and the paperwork.
9. The solution and paperwork will be turned in 5 minutes before test time.
10. This years problem and materials list will be provided at the start of the competition.

TOOL LIST
Each team must provide the following tools. Using tools not on the list are grounds for disqualification.

• utility knife
  
• needle nose pliers
  
• coping saw
  
• ruler
  
• triangles (30/60, 45)
  
• scissors
  
• tape ruler
  
• white glue
  
• hot glue gun
  
• drill and bits
  
• masking tape
  
• lighter
  
• extension cord
  
• surge bar