Grade 4 Science · Scientific and Engineering Practices
Virginia SOL 4.1.PCI
Virginia SOL 4.1.PCI is part of the Scientific and Engineering Practices strand in Grade 4 Science (Science). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students plan and carry out investigations by identifying variables, collaborating, and using tools to design solutions. Below is what 4.1.PCI covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice 4.1.PCI for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL 4.1.PCI means
Plan and carry out investigations by identifying variables, collaborating, and using tools to design solutions.
Skills you’ll practice for 4.1.PCI
- Identify variables when planning an investigation.
- Collaboratively plan and conduct investigations.
- Use tools and/or materials to design and/or build a device that solves a specific problem.
- Take metric measurements using appropriate tools.
- Measure elapsed time.
Key concepts covered by 4.1.PCI
- variables
- independent variable
- dependent variable
- controlled variable
- collaboration
- investigation planning
- data collection
- device design
- engineering design process
- problem-solving
- metric measurements
- measurement tools
- SI units
- elapsed time
- time measurement
- stopwatch
How to study and practice SOL 4.1.PCI
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether 4.1.PCI is already solid, then work each skill above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see our Virginia SOL practice tests guide and how to study for the SOL test.
Related Grade 4 Science standards in Scientific and Engineering Practices
- 4.1.AQDP — Ask questions and define problems by distinguishing scientific from non-scientific questions and developing testable hypotheses.
- 4.1.IAED — Interpret, analyze, and evaluate data by organizing, representing, and comparing data representations.
- 4.1.CCCE — Construct and critique conclusions and explanations using evidence and patterns.
- 4.1.DUM — Develop and use models to explain natural phenomena and identify their limitations.
- 4.1.OECI — Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information through reading and scientific communication.
Frequently asked questions about SOL 4.1.PCI
What is Virginia SOL 4.1.PCI?
SOL 4.1.PCI is a Grade 4 Science Standard of Learning in the Scientific and Engineering Practices strand. It expects students to plan and carry out investigations by identifying variables, collaborating, and using tools to design solutions.
What skills does SOL 4.1.PCI cover?
SOL 4.1.PCI is assessed on 5 skills: identify variables when planning an investigation; collaboratively plan and conduct investigations; use tools and/or materials to design and/or build a device that solves a specific problem; take metric measurements using appropriate tools; measure elapsed time.
What strand of Grade 4 Science is SOL 4.1.PCI in?
SOL 4.1.PCI belongs to the Scientific and Engineering Practices reporting strand of the Grade 4 Science Virginia Standards of Learning.
How do I study and practice for SOL 4.1.PCI?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether 4.1.PCI is already solid, then work the 5 skills above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see the Virginia SOL practice tests guide.