Engineering in KS3 D&T

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A collection of well documented resources that support the teaching of biomedical engineering, structural engineering, solar power, F1 in schools, humanitarian engineering, etc...

A selection of downloadable careers posters from Tomorrow's Engineers

A presentation (and teacher's notes) on what engineering is and what engineers do!

"This new, interactive presentation introduces 11-14 year olds to engineering, inspiring them to think about a career in engineering. Developed in collaboration with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Institute of Physics, Institution of Civil Engineers and the Institution of Engineering and Technology, along with input from teachers and volunteers, it covers the diversity of engineering with the central message that engineers can improve people's lives and solve problems around the world."

"The activities introduce engineering principles and examples of engineering challenges in real life. Activity sheets include resource lists, instructions, and information on where you can go for similar activities."

The DIY Faraday Challenge Days have been created to help students practice key STEM skills and knowledge and encourage the development of students’ problem solving, team working and communication skills - often in an engineering context.

Each pack comes with downloadable activity packs, presentations, certificates and resources to run the day.

A selections of posters and careers packs from the IET Faraday team. As well as downloading, some posters can be ordered and posted to your school, for free!

A selection of resources from Born to Engineer - free to download.

This careers booklet describes 12 different areas of engineering, including aerospace, biomedical, civil, chemical, electrical, software and mechanical.

You’ll be able to find out which subjects are useful, what you might learn about, what people who work in these areas do and how much you could earn.