Year 8
Wind Power
Wind energy is a source of renewable energy. It is inexhaustible, does not contaminate and
reduces the use of fossil fuels, known to be a cause of global warming.
Key topics covered:
Concepts of wind energy
The use of engineering design principles to create, construct and test wind powered
devices
Ways of harnessing energy from the wind
Understanding how a turbine is used to convert air motion into electricity
The uses of wind power in a local, national and international environment
How solar and wind power are related
Research into the effects of wind power such as noise pollution
Smart Fabric Technology
Advancements in technology mean that electronic circuits can now be incorporated into
fabric designs. In this course students will explore basic circuitry and how it can be used to
enhance fabric based products.
Key topics covered:
Fabrics products including animal, plant and man-made
Experimenting with fabrication techniques
Ethical and moral production and use of fabrics
Testing properties of different fabrics
Latest advancements in fabric technology
Using a design process to create solutions to challenges and problems
Project design using a basic electronic circuit
Creating basic circuits using conductible thread sewn into projects
Design for Metal
Metals are versatile materials used in a wide range of appliances, vehicles and machines. In
this course students will use a design process to research and develop their ideas to
produce and evaluate a metals project.
Key topics covered:
Basic metal work techniques including cutting, measuring, joining and finishing
Using hand tools correctly and safely
Selecting and using a variety of power tools correctly
Workshop set-up with safety in mind
Introduction to welding, in particular spot welding
For additional details about the Core Technology courses, please contact: Head of
Technology and Enterprise, Mrs Carol Puddicombe, [email protected] or
9377 9276.
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