STEM Computer Science
Division 860
See Rules for STEM Projects at https://extension.unl.edu/scotts-bluff-county-4-h-fair-book/static-inside-building/science-technology-engineering-math-stem/.
BOOTING UP– UNIT 1
On a 3" x 5" card state the purpose of the program, computer it was designed to run on, and new skills learned. All projects may be interview judged. Computer posters will be mounted on a 14" x 22" poster either in a vertical or horizontal arrangement. Computer poster should be based on a computer theme, such as “How a Computer Works”, “How to Use a Computer” or “Computers in Action”. Other topics created by computer graphic programs can be exhibited in Division 151 - Posters. Judging criteria for computers projects include design, use of fonts, graphics, tools like columns, tables, macros, etc,
Class 11 Computer Art Poster (black/white or color) - Exhibit should be created on at least 8 ½" x 11" paper using a commercially available graphics software package and a single color printer/plotter.
Classs 12 Games - For example word searches, mazes, hangman, anagrams, etc.
Class 13 Original Graphics Poster - Exhibit should be on an 8 ½" x 11" poster using original graphics developed by the 4-H member.
Class 14 Simple Spreadsheet Application - Personal finances, simple budget, etc. Exhibit should consist of printed input and output and a 3" x 5" card explaining the purpose of the spreadsheet and what software was used.
Class 15 Simple database application - Mailing List, etc. Exhibit should consist of a database and what software was used.
Class 16 Simple macro(s) application within a commercial software package - Exhibit should consist of printed input and output and a 3" x 5" card explaining purpose of the macro(s), why the macro(s) would be implemented and what software was used.
Class 17 Greeting Cards/Banners - Exhibit should be created using a commercially available software package.
COMPUTER MYSTERIES – UNIT 2
SFClass 1 Computer Application Notebook – (Scoresheet SF277) 4-H exhibitor should use computer application to create a graphic notebook utilizing computer technology.
computer application to create a graphic notebook utilizing computer technology. This exhibit consists of a 8.5 inch x 11 inch notebook which should include two parts:
1. A detailed report describing:
a. the task to be completed
b the computer application software required to complete the task
c. specific features of the computer application software necessary for completing the task
2. Print out of your project. Project may be in color or black and white. 4-H member may create any of the following:
• greeting card (five different cards such as a birthday, wedding, anniversary, sympathy get well or other)
• business card (three cards for three different individuals and businesses)
• menu (minimum of two pages including short description of foods and pricing); book layout (I-book)
• promotional flyer (three flyers promoting three different events)
• newsletter (minimum two pages)
• other: examples such as precision farming or family business logo etc.
SFClass 2 Produce a Computer Slideshow Presentation – (Scoresheet SF276) Using presentation software a 4-H exhibitor designs a multimedia computer presentation on one topic related to youth. A notebook with a printout of all the slides should be submitted. Slideshow should include a minimum of 10 slides and not more than 25. Incorporate appropriate slide layouts, graphics, animations, and audio (music or voice and transition sounds do not count). Each slide should include notes for a presentation. All digital exhibits must be uploaded to State fair according to the guidelines and by the deadline listed in the department rules.
COMPUTER MYSTERIES – UNIT 3
SFClass 3 Produce an Audio/Video Computer Presentation – (Scoresheet SF276) Using presentation software a 4-H exhibitor designs a multimedia computer presentation on one topic related to youth, including audio and/or video elements. A notebook with a printout of all the slides should be submitted. The presentation should be at least 2 minutes in length and no more than 5 minutes in length, appropriate graphics, sound and either a video clip, animation, or voice over and/or original video clip. State Fair qualified digital exhibits must be uploaded according to the guidelines and by the deadline listed in the department rules.
SFClass 4 How to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Presentation – (Scoresheet SF276) Youth design a fully automated 2 to 5 minute 4-H “how to” video. Submissions should incorporate a picture or video of the 4-H member, as well as their name (first name only), age (as of January 1 of the current year), years in 4-H, and their personal interests or hobbies. State Fair Eligible digital exhibits must be uploaded according to the guidelines and by the deadline listed in the department rules.
SFClass 5 Virtual Platform Presentation - (Scoresheet SF276) - Youth design a fully automated educational presentation using any multimedia platform such as Tik Tok, YouTube, Canva, Canvas, etc. Submissions may include a notebook, poster, etc., explaining the process, experience, and/or presentation. All State Fair digital exhibits must be uploaded according to the guidelines and by the deadline listed in the department rules.
SFClass 6 Create a Website/Blog or App – (SF275) Design a simple website, blog or app for providing information about a topic related to youth. Include an explanation of why the entry was created. Any current website, blog, or app development platform is accepted such as Google Sites, iBuildApp, Wix, etc. State Fair digital exhibits must be uploaded according to the guidelines and by the deadline listed in the department rules.
SFClass 7 3D Printing – (Scoresheet SF1050) 3D printing uses plastic or other materials to build a three-dimensional (3D) object from a digital design (including 3D Pen Creation). 4-H members may use original designs or someone else’s they have redesigned in a unique way. Exhibits will be judged based on the motivation and/or problem identified. For example, 3D objects printed as part of the design process for robot or other engineering project. Must include design notebook that addresses the following questions:
- What was the motivation for your design or the problem you were solving with your design? ie. Is your item a functional or decorative piece?
- Please include a picture of original design, citation of designer/website OR if design is completely original (you created it using CAD software), then state that it’s original. If item was not completely original, indicate what you did to the original design to modify it to better meet the design problem stated in #1 above. Its design was modified multiple times, please indicate what change was made with each modification, and what prompted the need for the change. I.e. I printed it and the design was too fragile, so I resliced the print to make thicker external walls, or to have a denser infill.
- Define your process for designing/printing. What software and/or hardware was used (indicate type of 3D printer or if item was created with 3D pen)?
- What materials were selected for your project?
- If your final design has any moving parts, define how you determined appropriate allowance in your design.
- Identify any changes that you would make to improve your design.
SFClass 8 Maker Space/Digital Fabrication – (Scoresheet SF1051) This project is a computer generated projected created using a laser cutter, vinyl cutter, heat press or CNC router. Vector or 3D based software such as corel draw or Fusion 360 would be an example of an appropriate software used to create your finished project. Project should include a 8.5 x 11 inch three-ring notebook with the following:
- What motivated you to create this project.
- Software and equipment used.
- Directions on how to create the project.
- Prototype of plans.
- Cost of creating project,
- Iterations or modifications made to original plans.
- Changes you would make if you remade the project.
Team Entry Option: To qualify for entry at the Nebraska State Fair team materials entered in H860008 – Maker Space/Digital Fabrication must clearly be the work of a team instead of an individual and must have at least 50% of all team members enrolled in 4-H. Additionally, all enrolled 4-H members on the team should complete and attach an entry tag to the materials. A supplemental page documenting the individual contributions to the project should be included. The entry will be judged as a team, with all team members receiving the same ribbon placing.