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iSTEM – Modules

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Core Module 1 and 2: STEM Fundamentals
Core Module 3 and 4: Mechatronics
Elective Module 5: Aerodynamics
Elective Module 6: Motion
Elective Module 7 and 8: 3D CAD/CAM
Elective Module 9 and 10: STEM Project
Elective Module 11: Surveying
Elective Module 12: Design for Space
Elective Module 13: Statistics in Action
Elective Module 14: Biomedical Innovation
Core Module 1 and 2: STEM Fundamentals

Core Module 1 and 2: STEM Fundamentals

This module develops an understanding of the basic principles associated with iSTEM. To satisfy the requirements of this module, students must undertake a range of experimental, group work and inquiry based learning activities that occupy the majority of the time. These activities should be used to develop a deep knowledge and understanding of STEM.

Content:

1.1 STEM investigations

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1.2 The use of STEM in developing solutions to problems

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2.1 STEM principles

Resources

Strength of Materials
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Material Properties

Fluid Mechanics

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Thermodynamics

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2.2 Fundamental mechanics

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2.3 Problem solving

Resources

Marshmallow Challenge

STEM Challenges

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Design Squad
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– Engineering challenges for 9 to 12 Year olds (PDF)
– 10 Engineering Challenges for 9 – 12 Year olds Educators Guide (PDF)
– Teachers Guide (PDF)
– Invention it Build it (PDF)
– NASA On the Moon (PDF)
– High Rise Challenge (PDF)
– Paper Table Instructions (PDF)

STEM ABC Splash

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STEM ABC Splash (Website)

General Engineering Studies Links

School Curriculum and Standards Authority, 2012

Core Module 3 and 4: Mechatronics

Core Module 3& 4: Mechatronics

Select one or more related areas as a theme for an introduction to STEM concepts related to Mechatronics. Possible examples include: Robotics, Lego Mindstorms, PLC’s, Pneumatic & Hydraulic systems, etc. In this module students will utilise inquiry and /or problem based learning strategies to design & develop solutions to problems associated with combined mechanical and electrical systems.

Content:

3.1 Mechatronics

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3.2 Technologies related to robotics

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4.1 Mechatronics and control technology

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4.2 Programming & computations

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4.3 Design mechatronic solutions for a range of applications

Resources

Mechatronics Folio Examples

Mechatronics Folio Part 1

Mechatronics Folio Part 2

Mechatronics Folio Part 3

http://www.jpl.nasa.gov/spaceimages/details.php?id=pia19325NASA Mechatronics 3http://eap.jpl.nasa.gov/
Elective Module 5: Aerodynamics

Elective Module 5: Aerodynamics

Select one or more related areas as a theme for an introduction to the engineering concepts related to aerodynamics. Possible examples include: aeronautics, Aeronautical Velocity Challenge, F1inSchools program, CO2 dragsters, Scalectrix cars, kites, motor racing, or sports science. In this module students will utilise inquiry and/or project based learning strategies to develop solutions to aerodynamic problems.

Content:

2.1 Research and exploration

2.2 Technologies related to aerodynamics

2.3 Aerodynamics principles

2.4 Aerodynamics forces 

2.5 Aerodynamic design solutions

Aerodynamics Notes 1

Aerodynamics Notes 2

https://www.grc.nasa.gov/www/k-12/airplane/presar.htmlhttp://www.nasa.gov/content/nasa-turns-world-cup-into-lesson-in-aerodynamics/https://spaceflightsystems.grc.nasa.gov/education/rocket/rktaero.htmlhttps://www.flickr.com/photos/dvanzuijlekom/
Bottle Rockets
Rocketman : facebook exciteandeducate
Rocket Design Info
ITE Bottle Rocket Folio 2012
Risk Assessment Bottle Rocket Launcher
IT engineering systems program stage 5 2009
Safe Operating instructions 2014 V1

 

Puff Puff Golf

Puff Puff Golf Exercise

Aeronautical Velocity Challenge 2016

Aeronautical Velocity Assessment Task 3 2015

Elective Module 6: Motion

Elective Module 6: Motion

Select one or more related areas as a theme for an introduction to STEM concepts related to motion. Possible examples include: solar & electric powered vehicles, alternative energy devices, UAV’s, Subs, rockets, etc. In this module students will utilise inquiry and/or project based learning strategies to develop solutions to problems associated with motion.

Content:

4.1 Electronics

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4.2 Technologies related to motion

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4.3 Energy

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4.4 Motion calculations

4.5 Developing projects related to motion

Motion Assessment Task Sample

Motion Assessment Task 4 2015

Electricity – Electric Vehicles Task

EV Fest Experiments

Mouse Trap Racer

Mouse Trap racer

 

https://www.flickr.com/photos/dvanzuijlekom/https://www.flickr.com/photos/26733538@N08/https://www.flickr.com/photos/dvanzuijlekom/
Elective Module 7 and 8: 3D CAD/CAM

Elective Module 7 & 8: 3D CAD/CAM

Students develop skills in Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Manufacture (CAM). Possible examples of CAD Software include: AutoDesk 123, CREO, CATIA, Google Sketchup, Solid Works, etc. Possible examples of CAM hardware include: 3D printers, CNC Mills, CNC Routers, CNC Lathes, Laser cutters etc. In this module students will manufacture three dimensional objects for which they have designed.

Content:

3.1 CAD/CAM

3.2 Technologies related to CAM

3.3 CAD/CAM operations

3.4 3D Environments

Resources

3.5 CAD/CAM

http://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/tdm/clock/dsac2_prt.htmhttp://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/tdm/clock/dsac2_prt.htm
Autodesk Resources

All things Autodesk and Education: http://autodesk.com/education

 

Free access to Autodesk Software:

Free Curriculum:

Secondary Student Competition Partnerships:

Certification:

  • Autodesk Certified User
    • Recently the WA SCSA recognised and endorsed the ACU programs as contributing studies for the WACE.

Training for Education:

Elective Module 9 and 10: STEM Project

Elective Module 9 & 10: STEM Project Based Learning Task Major/Minor

In this module students are to develop and realise a major STEM related Project Based Learning Task. The project involves students utilising a project-based learning strategies to apply appropriate design, production and evaluation skills to a contemporary STEM based problem. The students relate the techniques and technologies used in previous modules to those used in the development of the STEM project.

Content:

6.1 Processes of design

6.2 Presentation and communication technologies

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6.3 Realisation, evaluation, research methods and experimentation

6.4 Mechanical knowledge

6.5 Creative and innovative approaches to solve problems

National Secondary Schools Poster Competition

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Elective Module 11: Surveying

Option Module 11: Surveying

In this module students develop skills and understanding associated with a surveying by completing an inquiry-based and/or problem based learning task. Possible examples include: civil structures, architectural design, industrial design, etc. Students develop skills in fundamental surveying concepts, then apply this to both simulated and real world applications.

Content:

7.1 Site risk management and WHS in surveying

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 7.2 Technologies related to surveying

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 7.3 Fundamental surveying principles

 7.4 Spatial data

 7.5 Problem solving

LWL Surveying

Visit the Life without Limits Website to learn more about Surveying
http://www.alifewithoutlimits.com.au

Elective Module 12: Design for Space

Option Module 12: Design for Space

Select one or more related areas as a theme for an introduction to STEM concepts related to Space. Possible examples include: Create for Space, Deep Space Program, Mars Rover, Lego, PLC’s, Arduino, etc. Students will develop skills and understanding of space, technology, electronics and coding. In this module students will utilise inquiry and /or problem based learning strategies to design & develop solutions to problems associated with space.

Content:

Resources
Sample Teaching and Learning Program

12.1 Coding for Space

12.2 Technologies related to coding and space

12.3 Space vehicles and experiments

12.4 Data analysis and modelling

12.5 Experimental design

Starlab StarLAB is a complete STEM teaching solution for Australian Year 9 and 10 students.

Cuberider: The Cuberider Space Program takes students on a real space mission where they learn core science and mathematics, as well as workforce-critical problem solving.

Elective Module 13: Statistics in Action

Option Module 13: Statistics in Action

In this module students develop skills and understanding associated with statistical literacy and decision making. This unit supports the International Statistical Literacy Project promoting statistical literacy around the world. Students will utilise project based learning activities to collect and interpret data that addresses practical research questions in areas such as business, industry, healthcare and medicine. Students develop fundamental skills in data collection, analysis and reporting methods and apply this to both simulated and real world applications.

Content:

13.1 Research methods

13.2 Technologies related to statistical analysis

13.3 Fundamental statistical analysis

Resources
Introduction to Statistics (Stats Tune Up)
Random Variables (Stats Tune Up)
Visual Displays – One Variable (Stats Tune Up)
Visual Displays – Two Variables (Stats Tune Up)
Probability – What are the Chances (Stats Tune Up)
Probability – Tree Diagrams (Stats Tune Up)
Probability – Conditional Probability (Stats Tune Up)

13.4 Analyse, interpret and evaluate statistical information

Resources
Hypothesis Tests – Inferential Statistics-Single Group (Stats Tune Up)
Hypothesis Tests – Inferential Statistics-Two Groups (Stats Tune Up)
Hypothesis Tests – Chi Squared Test (Stats Tune Up)
Association Between Two Continuous Variables: Correlation (Stats Tune Up)
Regression (Stats Tune Up)

13.5 Creative and innovative approaches to solve practical research problems

The International Statistical Literacy Project (ISLP)

Importance of Statistics to Industry and Business

Stats Tune Up (Website with Video Content)

Stats 1Stats 2http://www.industry.gov.au/industry/IndustrySectors/PharmaceuticalsandHealthTechnologies/Pharmaceuticals/Pages/PharmaceuticalsIndustryDataCard.aspx
Elective Module 14: Biomedical Innovation

Elective Module 14: Biomedical Innovation

In this module students develop skills and understanding associated with Biomedical Innovation. Select one or more related areas as a theme for an introduction to STEM concepts related to Biomedical Innovation. Possible examples include: design of a medical innovation, biomedical engineering, forensics, biotechnology, national secondary poster competition, etc. Students will develop skills and understanding related to biomedicine. In this module students will utilise inquiry and /or problem based learning strategies to design & develop solutions to problems associated with biotechnology.

Content:

14.1 Biomedical Innovation

14.2 Biotechnologies

14.3 Biomedical Innovation concepts

14.4 Analysis

14.5 Designing solutions to biomedical problems

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