2010 MAWG AEROSPACE EDUCATION DISPLAY COMPETITION #1

. Aerospace.

            A.  Theme: “Community Outreach in the Aerospace Program.”

This project will also focus on Community Outreach.  A squadron may choose any Aerospace Education topic.   A team of cadets will work on formulating a class or work shop to take to an outside youth group.  Groups to focus on could be Girl Scout Troops, Boy scout Troops, Boys and Girls Clubs, etc… The class should be hands on for the students, and teach them a basic aerospace principle.   A display of what was taught and outcomes of the activity, is what squadrons will be judged on at the Display competition.  Pictures and videos are great, presentation is everything!

Present a display that shows how the cadet(s) presented a hands-on AE concept relating to meteorology to an outside organization (e.g., school, scout troop, etc.).

The display must contain the following:

1.  What organization presentation was made for, date(s) of presentation(s), and number in audience

2.  Pictures and/or video of the presentation

3.  Description of concept presented, including scientific facts and principles

4.  Ability for audience (and judges) to see at least part of the hands-on presentation “live”

5.  Name(s) of cadet(s) involved and unit(s)

All exhibits should be able to be accommodated on or within the area of one (1) 3x6 foot tables (18 sq ft).

CHARACTERISTICS FOR JUDGING:

An Aerospace Education award will be presented to the display that is the most meaningful, worthy, and effective.

1.  “Hands-on” aspect of presentation (i.e., how much hands-on did the audience have) – 20 points

2.  Math and Science concepts presented – 20 points

3.  How many in audience – 15 points

4.  Post-presentation survey results of those in audience – 10 points

5.  Presentation

a.  Cadet(s) demonstrating hands-on portion(s) – 20 points

b.  Display including photos and/or video of the presentation – 15 points

2010 MAWG AEROSPACE EDUCATION DISPLAY COMPETITION #2

Meteorology

Present an interactive exhibit of some aspect of meteorology.

 All exhibits should be able to be accommodated on or within the area of two (2) 3x6 foot tables (36 sq ft).

CHARACTERISTICS FOR JUDGING:

An Aerospace Education award will be presented to the Squadron display that is the most meaningful, worthy, and effective.

1. Accuracy (facts, figures, & stories) – 15 points

2. Neatness (readable letters and words) – 15 points

3. Ingenuity (novel approach to the subject) – 15 points

4. Information (understandable & pertinent) – 20 points

5. Presentation (interaction & layout) – 20 points

6. Visual impact (the "WOW" value) – 15 points

SUGGESTIONS AND IDEAS:

1.     How to best present weather data to pilots

2.     Progression of weather satellites, and effect on forecasting

3.     “Weather” on other planets

4.     Where will meteorology be in 25, 50, 75 … years?

2010 Massachusetts Wing
Aerospace Model Competition

      Aerospace Model.

             There is no “Theme” for this competition, however, the model must be

constructed by an individual.

              Display Size:

Models will be lined up next to each other on display tables.  Models may take up no more than 3’x3’ on the table top.   Height is unrestricted.  A 4x6 index card with the cadet’s name and squadron must be located in the lower right hand corner of the display.  Diorama’s are acceptable, however, ONLY ONE Model will be judged, therefore a scene with multiple models, will only have ONE model judged.  If there is more than one model in a display, the one being judged must be specified.

Individual Competition:

Any aerospace model (aircraft, rocket, or anything which flies through or above the atmosphere) is eligible.

·          Entries must be built by only one cadet.

·          Entries must include a card indicating the name of the cadet who built the model, squadron, and a short (1-2 paragraphs) description of how the aircraft or rocket is/was used, or any pertinent information about the aircraft or rocket.

·          Entries will be judged on neatness, accuracy (including paint, as applicable), and information presented with the entry.  (Exact judging criteria will be provided shortly.)

·         Models must be no larger than 3’x3’ (1/2 of a 3X6 foot table)

 CHARACTERISTICS FOR JUDGING:

An AE Model award will be presented to the cadet whose model is the most meaningful, worthy, and effective.

1.  Accuracy (true to actual aircraft/rocket, including any markings) – 30 points

2.  Neatness (construction, painting) – 25 points

3.  Information (understandable & pertinent) – 25 points

4.  Visual impact (the "WOW" value; e.g., if any unique material was used for construction, etc.) – 20 points

2010 MAWG SAFETY COMPETITION

Safety.

            A.  Theme: “Safety in the Community.”

                        This project will focus on Community Outreach.  A squadron may choose

                        any safety topic.   A team of cadets will work on formulating a class or

                        work shop to take to an outside youth group.  Groups to focus on could be

                        Girl Scout Troops, Boy scout Troops, Boys and Girls Clubs, etc… The

                        class should be hands on for the students, and teach them a valuable safety

lesson.  A display of what was taught and outcomes of the activity, is what squadrons will be judged on at the Display competition.  Pictures and videos are great, presentation is everything!

Massachusetts Wing Conference 2010

                                                    Display and Model Competition

Rules of Engagement

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2010 Photography Competition

Guidelines:

Must be related to CAP or a CAP Activity.

1. Photograph must be at least 4x6 inches but no larger than 8x10 inches.
2. Black and White or Color photographs will be accepted.
3. Person entering the photograph must be the photographer.
4. Maximum of 2 photos per person, total.

Photos may be either film or digital. Please include with your photograph a brief description including name of photographer, home unit, and date photo was taken. If known, also provide exposure settings (f stop and shutter speed and ISO (film) speed).

 Judging Criteria:

 1.  Exposure. The photo should be properly exposed using available light, artificial light or a combination of both. Lighting should include use of shadow detail to give the photo greater dimension. Flash photos of people or animals should not have "red-eye".

2. The photo should tell a story or convey a message to the viewer.

3. The subject should be in focus and clear. For digital photos, there should not be any discernible pixelation from over-enlarging or processing.

We're trying to stick to basic photography. Obviously more expensive cameras and digital processing have a distinct advantage over point-&-shoot cameras. We'll be looking at what the photographer saw and how well the photographer captured it.    Camera framing and placement of the subject within the picture are important. We want to provide equal opportunity to all entrants regardless of the equipment they used.