Crazy Contraptions Enquire Now Rube Goldberg would love this! This school science visit is all about design thinking to apply energy changes, momentum, gravity and friction to time-based challenge. Students will learn teamwork, fine motor and planning skills whilst discovering applications of simple machines such as levers, pulleys, wheel and axles and more. Perfect for applying STEM concepts in a fun environment. The challenge provides an opportunity for fair testing ideas. It is all about applying your imagination to re-purpose objects to complete a task. Opens up discussions on potential vs. kinetic energy and the essential elements of engineering. In addition, time will be spent ensuring that students understand how contact and non-contact forces affect an object’s motion. Newton would be happy here with this STEM content! Trustpilot Quick Links Past projects Requirements Cost per Science Show Free Science Resources Back to Secondary Science Incursions 150 Free Experiments Fizzics in the Media Australian Curriculum Mapping for all science workshops & shows Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: Science Change to an object’s motion is caused by unbalanced forces acting on the object (ACSSU117) The motion of objects can be described and predicted using the laws of physics (ACSSU229) The action of forces that act at a distance may be observed and related to everyday situations. (PW2) Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows NSW SCIENCE SYLLABUS CONTENT for all our incursions NSW Science 7–10 Syllabus For explanatory points & implementation advice for each dot point, please visit the Science 7 -10 Curriculum site A student: identifies questions and makes predictions to guide scientific investigations SC4-WS-02 identifies problem-solving strategies and proposes solutions SC4-WS-07 describes the effects of forces in everyday contexts SC4-FOR-01 explains how energy causes geological and chemical change SC4-CHG-01 selects and uses scientific tools and instruments for accurate observations SC5-WS-01 selects suitable problem-solving strategies and evaluates proposed solutions to identified problems SC5-WS-07 communicates scientific arguments with evidence, using scientific language and terminology in a range of communication forms SC5-WS-08 evaluates current and alternative energy use based on ethical and sustainability considerations SC5-EGY-01 explains the motion of objects using Newton’s laws of motion SC5-WAM-02 NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions VIC Curriculum F–10 Version 2.0 balanced and unbalanced forces acting on objects, including gravitational force, may be investigated and represented using force diagrams; changes in an object’s motion can be related to its mass and the magnitude and direction of the forces acting on it. VC2S8U14 energy exists in different forms, including thermal, chemical, gravitational and elastic, and may be classified as kinetic or potential; energy transfers (conduction, convection and radiation) and transformations occur in simple systems and can be analysed in terms of energy efficiency. VC2S8U15 investigable questions, reasoned predictions and hypotheses can be developed in guiding investigations to identify patterns, test relationships and analyse and evaluate scientific models. VC2S8I01 scientific methods, conclusions and claims can be analysed to identify assumptions, possible sources of error, conflicting evidence and unanswered questions. VC2S8I06 evidence-based arguments can be constructed to support conclusions or evaluate claims, including consideration of ethical issues and protocols associated with using or citing secondary data or information. VC2S8I07 investigable questions, reasoned predictions and hypotheses can be used in guiding investigations to test and develop explanatory models and relationships. VC2S10I01 the validity and reproducibility of investigation methods and the validity of conclusions and claims can be evaluated, including by identifying assumptions, conflicting evidence, biases that may influence observations and conclusions, sources of error and areas of uncertainty. VC2S10I06 arguments based on a variety of evidence can be constructed to support conclusions or evaluate claims, including consideration of any ethical issues and cultural protocols associated with accessing, using or citing secondary data or information. VC2S10I07 Feedback on this workshop Finishing the final activity for Day 2 with “Crazy Contraptions with Fizzics Education” at @Macquarie_Uni Science Experience. @NISEP01 @JoanneJamie2 @MQSciEng pic.twitter.com/1MUooEmv2A — Macquarie University School of Natural Sciences (@mqnatsci) October 5, 2022 Trustpilot Requirements Appropriate for Years 7 to 10 with a maximum of 30 students per class 10 tables arranged around the room with access to clear wall space Chairs are not required Duration 60 or 90 minutes, set up time 30 minutes and pack up time 30 minutes For us to provide the best possible learning experience, the materials used during the presentation may be varied to suit the conditions and the audience. Please chat with our presenter if there is a particular focus that you’d like us to cover. During Social Distancing – Contact us and we’ll tailor a program to suit both your school and the State’s social distancing requirements. Further details here Did you know about our larger stage shows? Designed to engage groups of up to 240 students, pair this workshop with one of these school favourites! Big Science Big Fun tick tick BOOM! Destination Moon Cost $580 inc. GST for a 60-minute workshop or $660 inc. GST for a 90-minute workshop. In a regional area? Find out how we can attend your school as part of a country science tour! Trustpilot Find out more here Enquire Now Fizzics Education Awards Related Shows Science of Sound Years 7 to 10 Maximum 60 students Science Show (NSW & VIC) 60 minutes Online Class Available Year 8 Year 9 Year 10 Human Endeavor Physical Science Science Inquiry New South Wales Victoria Year 7 Read More Enquire Now STEM Study Tour Programs to Australia STEM Study Tour Programs designed for school groups visiting Sydney, Melbourne or Canberra. Custom-designed by our multi-award-winning education team & you! 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Australian ACARA Content Outcomes: Science Change to an object’s motion is caused by unbalanced forces acting on the object (ACSSU117) The motion of objects can be described and predicted using the laws of physics (ACSSU229) The action of forces that act at a distance may be observed and related to everyday situations. (PW2) Australian National Curriculum Mapping for all our science workshops & shows
NSW Science 7–10 Syllabus For explanatory points & implementation advice for each dot point, please visit the Science 7 -10 Curriculum site A student: identifies questions and makes predictions to guide scientific investigations SC4-WS-02 identifies problem-solving strategies and proposes solutions SC4-WS-07 describes the effects of forces in everyday contexts SC4-FOR-01 explains how energy causes geological and chemical change SC4-CHG-01 selects and uses scientific tools and instruments for accurate observations SC5-WS-01 selects suitable problem-solving strategies and evaluates proposed solutions to identified problems SC5-WS-07 communicates scientific arguments with evidence, using scientific language and terminology in a range of communication forms SC5-WS-08 evaluates current and alternative energy use based on ethical and sustainability considerations SC5-EGY-01 explains the motion of objects using Newton’s laws of motion SC5-WAM-02 NSW K – 10 Science Syllabus mapping for all our incursions VIC Curriculum F–10 Version 2.0 balanced and unbalanced forces acting on objects, including gravitational force, may be investigated and represented using force diagrams; changes in an object’s motion can be related to its mass and the magnitude and direction of the forces acting on it. VC2S8U14 energy exists in different forms, including thermal, chemical, gravitational and elastic, and may be classified as kinetic or potential; energy transfers (conduction, convection and radiation) and transformations occur in simple systems and can be analysed in terms of energy efficiency. VC2S8U15 investigable questions, reasoned predictions and hypotheses can be developed in guiding investigations to identify patterns, test relationships and analyse and evaluate scientific models. VC2S8I01 scientific methods, conclusions and claims can be analysed to identify assumptions, possible sources of error, conflicting evidence and unanswered questions. VC2S8I06 evidence-based arguments can be constructed to support conclusions or evaluate claims, including consideration of ethical issues and protocols associated with using or citing secondary data or information. VC2S8I07 investigable questions, reasoned predictions and hypotheses can be used in guiding investigations to test and develop explanatory models and relationships. VC2S10I01 the validity and reproducibility of investigation methods and the validity of conclusions and claims can be evaluated, including by identifying assumptions, conflicting evidence, biases that may influence observations and conclusions, sources of error and areas of uncertainty. VC2S10I06 arguments based on a variety of evidence can be constructed to support conclusions or evaluate claims, including consideration of any ethical issues and cultural protocols associated with accessing, using or citing secondary data or information. VC2S10I07
Finishing the final activity for Day 2 with “Crazy Contraptions with Fizzics Education” at @Macquarie_Uni Science Experience. @NISEP01 @JoanneJamie2 @MQSciEng pic.twitter.com/1MUooEmv2A — Macquarie University School of Natural Sciences (@mqnatsci) October 5, 2022 Trustpilot
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