Structure: Bridges

Pupils who are secure will be able to:

• Identify stronger and weaker shapes.
• Recognise that supporting shapes can help increase the strength of a bridge, allowing it to hold more weight.
• Identify beam, arch and truss bridges and describe their differences.
• Use triangles to create simple truss bridges that support a load (weight).
• Cut beams to the correct size, using a cutting mat.
• Smooth down any rough cut edges with sandpaper.
• Follow each stage of the truss bridge creation as instructed by their teacher.
• Complete a bridge, with varying ranges of accuracy and finish, supported by the teacher.
• Identify some areas for improvement, reinforcing their bridges as necessary.