the-BA : Primary Engineer

The Primary Engineer projects enables children to apply Science and Maths to the practical processes of Design and Technology. Three ‘Structures, Mechanisms and Basic Electrics’ projects can be used towards Star, SuperStar and MegaStar Awards. Teachers are offered CPD courses and subject network support as well as classroom and pupil resources as part of this national project. Children can also compete in the Primary Engineer regional and national finals.

All three projects involve the practical application of science, maths, ICT to design technology – pupils follow the design process, designing and making, consider a range of materials and the safe use of tools and the value of testing, making changes and recording findings.

1) Cuddly toys on the move (Star Award)

Children take their favourite toy and transport it discovering a world of vehicle design, box modelling and the intricacies of axle alignment and forces.
Ideal for ages 7-8 as a whole class

National Curriculum Links

Sc3 1)a/c/d, Sc4 2)a , Ma3 4)a/b/c, En1 1)3)

2) Girl and Boy Racers (SuperStar Award)

Children are asked to consider speed and the effects of weight and shape on outcomes.
Ideal for ages 9 -10 as a whole class.

National Curriculum Links

Sc3 1)a/c/d, Sc4 2)a, Ma3 4)a/b/c, En1 1)3)

3) Powered Vehicles (MegaStar Award)

Children use electrics to create vehicles from a range of simple materials developing prototyping skills and understanding of traction, speed, forces and electricity.
Ideal for ages 10 -11 as a whole class.

National Curriculum Links

Sc3 1)a/c/d, Sc4 2)a, Ma3 4)a/b/c, En1 1)3)

For more information contact info@primaryengineer.com or telephone +44(0)1254 720650

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