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Sustainable Engineering: Super Solar and Wonderful Wind
Hands-on learning about sustainable electricity generation through solar and wind.
Workshop
Hands-on learning about sustainable electricity generation through solar and wind.
This workshop is a great way of teaching students about how electricity is generated in a sustainable way through solar panels and wind turbines.
Learners get to grips with digital multimeters to test all their equipment and then test and record electricity generation from solar panels and wind turbines under different conditions.
Incorporated in the day are some simple engineering builds to use the electricity generated and links out to different forms of sustainable energy production as part of the UK's energy security, including how engineers form a crucial part in its delivery.
The sustainable engineering workshops are versatile, engaging and all link the National Curriculum and fulfill Ofsted criteria.
Cost
A full day’s workshop with a class (approx. 30 pupils) from £475. This can be split into 2 half-day sessions for 2 classes if the workshop is suitable.
The provider may charge for travel and accommodation depending on where you are located.
Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment in STEM subjects
Improve attainment and progress in STEM subjects
Learning what the engineering workplace is like
Develop engineering employability skills
Improve awareness and aspirations for STEM-related study and careers
Challenge stereotypes by showing the diversity of disciplines, people and skills involved in engineering
Whichever curriculum your school follows, pupils should have the opportunity to carry out practical investigations in science that help them to develop their scientific skills. This experience builds the following enquiry skills:
The essential skills every young person needs to succeed in education and their future career. Find out more at the Skills Builder Partnership. This experience builds the following skills:
Aiming high - the ability to set clear, tangible goals and devise a robust route to achieving them.
Creativity - the use of imagination and the generation of new ideas.
Leadership - supporting, encouraging and motivating others to achieve a shared goal.
Listening - the ability to listen and understand information.
Problem solving - the ability to find a solution to a complex situation or challenge.
Speaking - the oral transmission of information or ideas.
Staying positive - the ability to use tactics to overcome setbacks and achieve goals.
Teamwork - working cooperatively with others towards achieving a shared goal.
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