Rods & Rockets

Course Description

In this subject students will follow the design process to create and produce their own rocket car and flying rocket. The students will use a range of materials and processes to achieve the design outcome. The importance of aerodynamics will also be investigated. The completed rockets will be tested against each other to find the fastest flying and road vehicle.

Links, Learning & Pathways

• Links to Vic Curriculum; Technology (Level’s 8 and/or 9) 2022 only

• F1 in schools program,

• Links to VCE; Design and Technology, Systems, Metal

• Vocational Pathways; Careers in Design/ Engineering /Industrial design/ motor mechanics

• Personal enrichment: Skills in design, small engines, engineering and fabrication