i2E Speed Challenge
Introduction 2 Engineering (i2E) stimulates student's interest in STEM subjects through hands-on, practical activities.
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Overview
I2E Speed Challenge is a fantastic 2-hour activity where students get to experience the exciting world of CO2-powered model racing cars. This whole-class workshop gets students working in teams to build cars. Then they race them on our purpose-built track to see which team has produced the fastest F1 car.
Through this engaging session, students will explore what is involved in designing and manufacturing the quickest car possible.
Teams will also be challenged with brand identity. So, get your creative caps on as we love a great team name and logo to help you stand out!
This workshop is suitable for progression steps 3 & 4 and lasts for approximately 2 hours for a class of 30 students. We can also cater for multiple classes and year groups.
Capacity
Minimum of 2 participants, maximum of 30 participants.
Cost
Full day £495 to accommodate 2 classes, 2 full days £850, 3 full days £1,200. Days do not have to be booked consecutively.
Funded workshops are available for secondary schools in Ceredigion Local Authority.
Details
- School subject
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- Art and design
- Technology/computing
- Design and technology
- Engineering
- Physics
- Curriculum links
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- Design and technology
- Computing
- Physics: Electricity and electromagnetism
- Engineering
- Technologies - Craft, design, engineering and graphics
- Sciences - Forces, electricity and waves: Electricity
- Computing science
- Technologies - Craft, design, engineering and graphics: Application of engineering
- Design thinking and engineering
- Physics: Electricity
- Design thinking and engineering: Engineering
- Technology & design - Design
- Technology & design - Communication: Use of ICT tools (including 3D modelling)
- Sciences - Forces and energy: Using electricity
- Technology & design - Control: Incorporate control systems in products
- Technology & design - Manufacturing
- Technology & design - Control
- Group size
- Small groups, Whole class
- Participation level
- Hands-on
- Duration
- Whole day
- Dates
- 1 September 2024 – 14 August 2025
- Cost
- Cost may apply
- Location
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In-school
- Wales
Learning outcomes
- Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment in STEM subjects
- Improve awareness and aspirations for STEM-related study and careers
Frameworks
Gatsby benchmarks
The Gatsby benchmarks are a framework for good careers guidance for schools across all of England and in some areas across the rest of the UK. This experience helps your school to reach the following benchmarks:
- 3 - Addressing the needs of each pupil
- 4 - Linking curriculum learning to careers
- 8 - Personal guidance
EqualEx
- Introduce and Inspire
Essential skills
The essential skills every young person needs to succeed in education and their future career. Find out more at the Skills Builder Partnership. This experience builds the following skills:
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Enrichment framework
- 5 - An accessible and engagement enrichment offer
- 7 - An outcomes-focused enrichment offer
