To kick the new year off in Design and Technology all students have designed and made a “Gravity Car”. The cars have limitations such as their width and the materials used, and students try to see how far they can make their cars roll after accelerating down the ramp.
Some of the year 12 students assisted with the ramp and several students have taken a particular interest in this activity and have made some outstanding cars. While some of the cars are not as fast as others, many have focussed on the “Style” game and have really put some time into making their cars look fantastic.
In Design and Tech students are encouraged to design their product, build it, then evaluate it. When competing with other cars the students see that some characteristics make some cars go further, they can then improve on their own designs and so on. We have not yet decided who will win the challenge, but Austin has his eyes on the “Style” prize (a Mars Bar), with his impressive F1 car model.
Toby Cock - Design & Tech Teacher