Museum of Science and Industry

Lab Overview

This lab includes an on-board tour of the U-505 submarine, where students learn about its history. Students do hands-on activities to learn about the science behind how it works. 

• Grades: 4th - 8th
• Capacity: 30 students
• Duration: 55 minutes
• Cost: $90
• Offered Tuesday-Friday at 10:00 am (Note: This lab may not be available during peak times)

Illinois Learning Standards

The content of this lab aligns with the following Illinois Learning Standards:

• State Goal 4: 4.A.2, 3
• State Goal 6: 6.B.2, 3; 6.C.2, 3
• State Goal 7: 7.A.2, 3; 7.B.2, 3
• State Goal 10: 10.A.2, 3

Download Learning Lab Guides

• Submarine Math (PDF)
• Submarine Science (PDF)