Engineering-Day Programs
Hands-on STEM challenges
Our Engineering-Day Programs allow for flexible, on-campus learning for students to experience the joys of learning, solving and building.
We offer many programs such as:
- Building Bridges Engineering Challenge
- Full STEaM Ahead Accessibility Challenge
- Cardboard Creations Engineering Challenge!
Building Bridges Engineering Challenge
Training the next generation of engineers
Learn about Structural Engineering and the life changing impact of bridges. Learn how safe and functional bridges can be made from a myriad of materials – including tree roots! Finally, learn about the positive impacts that a bridge can have on a community, especially those that are remote with limited accessibility.
Available as a 1 day school incursion for year 7-10 students. Akorn also offer this as part of Teacher Professional Learning.
You can access this PDF download here.
Cardboard Engineering Challenge
Training the next generation of engineers
The Cardboard Engineering Challenge is a great one-day experience that allows students to not just think outside the box but think with the box! It facilitates the channeling of creativity to solve real-life challenges and build unique structures. It is a great way to inspire the next generation of engineers!
Registration
Contact us to register your interest and inspire your students!
Level - Primary and Secondary
We offer this program for both primary and secondary students.
Engineers In Training
Here are some apprentice Cardboard Engineers with their fantastic emergency relief shelters.
Solving Engineering Challenges Together
Our Cardboard Engineers from tackle and overcome engineering challenges using teamwork, practical thinking and good old fashioned ‘grit’!
OBJECTIVES
Objectives & Outcomes
Engage students with STEM Learning
Our incursion day excites and engages students
Improve student resilience and confidence
Encouragement from our facilitators empowers students to be resilient and keep trying
Ideas to enhance your STEM Room/Class/Area
Experiment with the equipment and materials that Akorn use for STEM Programs
Develop Hands-On Prototyping Skills
Students improve their practical building and 3D design skills. They learn about the safe use of hand tools.
Make A Difference
Students learn the value of their ideas. They learn ways to make their ideas come to life and make a difference in the world
Develop Science, Technology and Maths skills
Up-Skill in STEM
TESTIMONIALS
What Our Students Say
“I very much enjoyed being a part of the Cardboard Challenge. It was an eye opening experience, learning that amazing things can be created out of materials as simple as cardboard. I enjoyed interacting with students from other schools, and working together as a team. Overall, it was a great day, and I would highly recommend this experience to other students.”
Annie
Student, Our Lady of Sion
“Participating in the Akorn Cardboard Engineering Challenge was a great opportunity to make new friends, build skills of teamwork and problem solving, and all up have a great time.”
Caitlin
Student, Our Lady of Sion
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