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Mechathlon
Mechathlon, from the Centre for Science Education, is a set of teaching materials which offer a cross-curricular approach to learning about engineering. The context for this case study is designing a multipurpose vehicle which could aid recovery following a devastating earthquake.
In this case study students build a Speed Buggy from a TEP kit. They then have the opportunity to develop the design to complete a series of tasks based round a competitition called a mechathlon. This is a mechanical pentathlon.
Teachers' notes and the starter activity are included.
Technology
• What is a mechathlon?
• The sprint
* The shot putt
* The long jump
* The hill climb
* The weight lift
Science
• Speed and distance
• Cells
Mathematics
• Calculating speed
* Calculating averages
Cross-curricular activities
• Presenting your mechathlete
* Gearing up
* Helping the world turn
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Engineering careers 81.21 KB
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The mechathlon 1.48 MB
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Exercises 1.46 MB
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Mechathlon mathematics 1.41 MB
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Mechathlon science 418.55 KB
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Mechathlon technology 3.23 MB
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Engineering careers 81.21 KB -
The mechathlon 1.48 MB
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Exercises 1.46 MB
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Mechathlon mathematics 1.41 MB
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Mechathlon science 418.55 KB
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Mechathlon technology 3.23 MB
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