Engineered Systems

"The Engineered Systems context focuses on how force, motion and energy can be used in systems, machines and structures. Students are provided with opportunities to experiment and develop prototypes to test their solutions. They understand how forces and the properties of materials affect the behaviour and performance of engineered systems, machines and structures. Knowledge of these principles and systems enables the design and production of sustainable, engineered solutions."

Page 34 (New) Technology Mandatory Years 7–8 Syllabus

Combining Contexts with Engineered Systems

What are the engineering similarities and differences between digital and non-digital sewing machines?

Useful Links

• Toys from Trash is a website made by Indian Engineer, Avind Gupta to encourage children to make and engineer simple toys.

In the video above (at the INK Conference), Arvind Gupta shares simple ideas for turning rubbish into seriously entertaining, well-designed toys that kids can build themselves. Listen for innovative ideas for kids to make their own toys while learning basic principles of science and design.

• Engineer Girl provides profiles and 'day in the life' interviews by engineers and describe an engineering design problem solving approach.

• GoldiBlox is an engineering toy for (primary age) girls. For secondary students, their blog site is full of engineering activities, articles and useful engineering facts.

• The Re-Engineering Australia Foundation (REA) offer a range of programs (such as F1 in Schools and 4x4 in Schools) and also provide resources , including industry support and mentoring, to assist schools in implementing engineering programs into schools.