The Australian Maritime College (AMC) is a national leader in marine and maritime research. To celebrate National Science Week, the AMC is delighted to provide the Tasmanian community the opportunity to meet some of their pioneering researchers and emerging young PhD students. AMCs diversity and areas of expertise create a unique environment for research reflected…
Topic: Energy and Transport
BrightMindz Academy Online Trivia
We are proud to present the second BrightMindz Academy Online Trivia event. Last year’s event was a huge success and was loved by all parents and children alike. This is a great opportunity to instil love of science in young students. Registration is essential. You can also visit our Facebook page or website for further…
An Eggcellent Container
The year is 3021. Food shortages are rampant in the city. Students will role play as product design engineers who have been tasked with designing a food transport system that is able to transport food safely from one country to another. They will need to consider: temperature control ease of transport availability of materials protection…
Catapult Into my Mouth
Anyone thought about projectiles and how things are launched? Have you been told that throwing food was frowned upon? Now you have an excuse to do it. The physics of catapults (such as Newton’s Laws of Motion and Energy conservation) will be explained in this event. You may be able to even calculate the energy…
EmPOWERing Careers in the Australian Power Sector
Power is the pulse of the world. And there are lots of exciting jobs available in the Australian electricity sector that give you a chance to use your interest in STEM subjects and help our communities use more sustainable energy sources. Want to know more? As part of National Science Week we are hosting a…
Year 6 Arduino Controlling Light Lessons at Meridan State College
In this sequence of lessons, students will investigate how electrical energy can control light (circuitry) as they work in pairs to code their flashing lights to a piece of music. The learning focuses on growth mindset and perseverance and is linked to the curriculum in Science, Digital Technologies and Design and Technologies.The Year 6 lessons…
Year 6 Arduino Controlling Light Lessons at Hercules Road State School
In this sequence of lessons, students will investigate how electrical energy can control light (circuitry) as they work in pairs to code their flashing lights to a piece of music. The learning focuses on growth mindset and perseverance and is linked to the curriculum in Science, Digital Technologies and Design and Technologies The Year 6…
Let’s Get Scientific
Moulden Park will have an afternoon where students can become scientists. All classes will participate conducting a variety of experiments, making predictions watching science videos and learning the role that science plays in their everyday lives. Showing them that they are all scientists. Transition students will go on a journey of discovery as they are immersed…
Collingwood College Science Afternoon
Students and families in Year 2 to 8 are invited to join us for an afternoon of hands-on activities exploring the science and technology behind our food. Learn about indigenous food to Australia, create a fishing net, make plastic out of milk, learn how our food waste can be turned into methane for cooking and…
Sydney Science Trail
The Sydney Science Trail is back to celebrate National Science Week. The Sydney Science Trail is presented by The Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney, and the Australian Museum. The program, exploring the theme Food: Different by Design, will celebrate food, science, and sustainability through a wide range of activities. Sydney Science Trail: Online returns with an entirely…