Renewable Energy (Secondary)
11-13 years
5h + pre- and post-work
3392
Pupils will look at different forms of energy and how it can convert from one form to another.
They will then learn and experience how to produce electrical energy from renewable energy sources, such as water and wind.
The maximum number of pupils per session is 20.
The module lasts 4-5 hours and consists of the following activities:
- Ball Track Challenge - In groups pupils will build a ball track within given criteria and a vehicle which will be moved by the ball that runs on the track.
- Electromagnetic Induction - pupils work with copper coils and magnets to induce current which is measured.
- Electrical Energy from Hydro - Pupils will produce electrical energy by running water through a small hydro turbine. They will measure how much electricity is produced by the turbine while investigating different factors that can affect production.
- Electrical Energy from Wind - Pupils use a mini wind turbine to produce electrical energy. They will measure how much electricity is produced by the turbine while investigating different factors that can affect production.
Throughout this module the pupils will be encouraged to discuss and consider how the activities and skills used within this workshop are relevant to real life different careers within the energy sector.
Curriculum for Excellence links for this module can be found here.
