Mechanical or Material Testing Using Compression and Tension

This 7-page instructor guide from Edmonds Community College outlines an activity introducing students to mechanical and material testing. Using Hooke's law, students will calculate the stiffness of springs, and engage with the concepts of force, compression, and tension. This activity demonstrates how material properties can be tested through experiments. This document contains the following sections: Abstract of Module, Curriculum Overview and Notes for the Instructor, Module Procedure, and List of Equipment and Supplies Needed.