[Systems Engineering Teachers' Mailing List] FW: [esnet] Year 9 engineering and 9 electro

Wed Aug 29 23:23:56 EST 2012

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[mailto:bounce-2360118-808963 at edna.edu.au] On Behalf Of Stephen Hick
Sent: Wednesday, 29 August 2012 11:16 PM
To: Engineering Studies and Industrial Arts Discussion NSW
Subject: RE: [esnet] Year 9 engineering and 9 electro

State IIATE 19th/20th October in Sydney and National DATTA INTAD TERC 5th to
8th December at Gold Coast

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Just to add to Jeff,
        I have done similar projects with my Tech Mand - Control Systems Yr
8 students - Rube Goldberg Machine - Aim: to pop a party popper in the most
complex way possible. They have come up with levers, cranks, pulley systems,
ball rolls, loop the loops, dominoes etc. Great lateral thinking exercise
and working with simple machines. Found an online game called "Dynamic
Systems" where they go through 40 levels of similar machine problem solving.
Kids found a sequel and how to create their own machines. We also have done
a rubber band powered dragster. http://www.docfizzix.com/ is a good
resource.

I am currently working on a 1/32 scale 12V drag strip for stage 5 Engo next
year. Prototype is made from 2400 x 1200 melamine cut into 200mm strips,
installed reed switches at either end, cut slots for guides, put copper
strip either side and basically made a very long slot car track. (Knock-down
fittings and dowels to hold each section of track together.) When finished
it will have the led Christmas tree starting lights, timer with reaction and
1/4 mile time displayed. There is even a disqualification light if they jump
the start.
Timing system was from http://www.slotcardragon.com/ self-adhesive copper
strip was from E-Bay @$12
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/150854626160?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p39
84.m1439.l2649 , $40 for the melamine. I am using a 6V motor and wheels but
running 12VDC (from Marty Harris). I figure it is only running for a short
time anyway and should survive. Body will be vacuum formed when I get around
to making a vacuum former and sourcing some plastic. Plenty of problem
solving ahead.

Steve Hick
JSCHS
Orange

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[mailto:bounce-2342593-542784 at edna.edu.au] On Behalf Of Appleby, Jeff
Sent: Monday, 30 July 2012 8:57 PM
To: Engineering Studies and Industrial Arts Discussion NSW
Subject: RE: [esnet] Year 9 engineering and 9 electro

State IIATE 19th/20th October in Sydney and National DATTA INTAD TERC 5th to
8th December at Gold Coast

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Hello Mark
IT engineering really has the students enthusiastic.
The year 9 projects include:
Racers - the elastic band powered skyracer. This is an propeller driven
vehicle that slides along a wire. Great.
The mousetrap powered dragster is next, then the electric motor fan racer.
The fan racer gets the students to design their own propeller from a can
and/or paddle pop sticks.
The latest project is a robot (statue) made from wood blocks and metal rods
(nails). It carries an LED flasher project as a backpack to flash the robot
eyes. The 9V battery attached to the robot chest. Students design robot
stance and use recycled circuit boards for 'character'. It is an excellent
drawing exercise - from a basic front view to an isometric view with walking
stance.

Flight projects include a glider made from the foam of a meat tray. The
trays are about 30 cents each, so very economical for a suitable foam.
Also a chance to have a go at flying the $40 faculty helicopter. Paper
helicopters are useful for the periods when I am away marking. I use the
paddlepop trusses then too - we can't always get an IA casual.

The major project was a Goldberg machine. A few new guidelines required if I
go with that this year.

All these projects are low tech really, no PIC electronics etc. and that
suits me just fine.
Make sure all these projects are seen by the year 8 students prior to year 9
course selections!

AND, the number one project in year 8 is the pinball machine. It is a
terrific hit with the kids and allows for all the ability levels in the
class. If you are looking for a new yr8 Tech project then give the pinny a
go. A local door making factory delivers all their offcuts free.
An upgrade pinny is also the project for year 9 electronics. I used to make
containers for each project, but now just add light and sound electronics to
the pinball package. Lets me cover the design requirements easily as the
students are excited about designing their own themes and features.

Hope this helps.
Jeff

Jeff Appleby
Head Teacher Welfare
Port Macquarie High School

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From: bounce-2342566-544967 at edna.edu.au [bounce-2342566-544967 at edna.edu.au]
On Behalf Of White, Mark [Mark.White27 at det.nsw.edu.au]
Sent: Monday, 30 July 2012 7:35 PM
To: Engineering Studies and Industrial Arts Discussion NSW
Subject: [esnet] Year 9 engineering

State IIATE 19th/20th October in Sydney and
National DATTA INTAD TERC 5th to 8th December at Gold Coast

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Hi All,

I have just moved to a new school and am needing help with some programs,
assessment tasks , notes anything that would help with year 9 junior
engineering. I am currently teaching them flight, any tasks, assessments
would be fantastic.

Thanks in advance. If I can return the favour I will.
Cheers
Regards
Mark White

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