Model Design and Building Merit Badge
Learn modelmaking safety, explore architectural and mechanical model types, research materials, and create an original scale model project to earn this merit badge.
What you'll do
- Safe Modelmaking Discuss all safety procedures with your counselor before beginning your modelmaking project, and explain why each is …
- Models, Tools, and Materials Explain the uses for each of the following types of models: architectural, structural, process, mechanical, and …
- Planning Your Original Project With your counselor’s advice, select a subject from requirement 4 for your model project.
- Pick Your Model Path Design and build a model of a house to a scale of 1⁄4" = 1'0" (1:48 scale).
At a glance
- Requirements
- 6
- Category
- Hobbies
- Eagle Required
- No
- Updated
- March 29, 2026