Teenagers Take Part in Physics in Engineering Course with The Smallpeice Trust
Leamington Spa, United Kingdom, May 02, 2013 --(PR.com)-- From 9th to 11th April, forty nine students aged 14 and 15 gathered at Rugby School to attend a specially designed Physics in Engineering residential course. Sponsored by The Ferreras Willetts Family, The Ogden Trust, the Royal Commission for the Exhibition of 1851 and the University of Warwick, this course formed part of a major initiative to encourage more young people to consider a career in this field.
Over the three days, the pupils had the opportunity to learn about physics in engineering through a series of presentations and practical exercises. Working in teams, they tackled ‘real-life’ challenges on projects designed and facilitated by experts within the field to learn about cryogenic and molecular electronics, nanotechnology, quantum devices, space science and ultra-fast lasers.
FirstGroup plc, National Grid, National Nuclear Laboratory, National Space Centre, Rugby School, University of Leicester and the University of Warwick all ran masterclasses, challenging workshops and stimulating hands-on projects to introduce the practical applications in this fascinating subject.
The National Nuclear Laboratory demonstrated to students how radioactive waste disposal and nuclear reactors work whilst having them consider the environmental considerations attached to the technology. FirstGroup plc challenged students to design and build a train to a series of specifications while encouraging students to consider the challenges faced by railway engineers.
Other projects included taking part in a physics ‘Market Place’ exercise and demonstration led by the University of Warwick, a ‘Lab Workshop’ run by the National Space Centre and the University of Leicester, an introduction into the ‘Seven Wonders of the World of Physics and Engineering’ by Richard Gibbon, and masterclasses run by National Grid and Rugby School.
As well as working on the design, build and test elements of the projects, the students developed life skills such as teamwork, communication, problem solving, time management, finance and presentation. The social programme included a film night and a formal dinner and disco.
On the last day of the course, students and their parents attended a careers fair where companies from the area and further and higher educational establishments were on hand to answer questions about job prospects and study options.
Dr Andrew Cave, Chief Executive of The Smallpeice Trust commented, “With the help of the Ferreras Willetts Family, The Ogden Trust, the Royal Commission for the Exhibition of 1851 and the University of Warwick, this residential course was put together to provide students with a unique insight into Physics in Engineering. Job prospects in engineering are very positive. It is crucial that organisations continue to work together to ensure that the UK has the talent pipeline ready to meet demand.”
All Smallpeice courses are linked to the National Curriculum and are designed to improve core skills such as team building, financial management, communication and problem solving. By attending one of our courses students will gain experience of university and working life that will accelerate their personal development and their potential for greater academic achievement.
The Smallpeice Trust Physics in Engineering course is part of an ongoing programme of subsidised residential courses to help young people aged 12 to 17 develop skills in engineering, design, technology and manufacturing.
Founded by Dr Cosby Smallpeice in 1966, The Trust has grown tremendously over the past 47 years, helping thousands of young people find a successful career in a multitude of disciplines within the industry from engineering materials, marine technology and naval architecture to nanotechnology and structural engineering. Through running residential courses and STEM enrichment days, 20,353 students have attended a Smallpeice activity in the past year.
Notes to editors:
Attention Press:
Media are invited to come along during the course to view the students in action on 11th April 2013. Contact The Smallpeice Trust if you would like to attend.
About The Smallpeice Trust:
The Smallpeice Trust is an independent charitable trust which promotes engineering as a career, primarily through the provision of residential courses for young people aged 12 to 18.
The Smallpeice Trust was founded in 1966 by Dr Cosby Smallpeice, a pioneering engineer and inventor of the Smallpeice Lathe. Following the stock market flotation of his company Martonair, Dr Smallpeice invested his energy and part of his personal fortune to set up the Trust to ensure that British industry could continuously benefit from his proven design and engineering philosophies: “Simplicity in design, economy in production.”
In the past academic year, The Smallpeice Trust has reached out to 20,353 young people through 33 different subsidised residential courses, 1-day in-school STEM Days and STEM-in-a-Box kits. The Smallpeice Trust has also trained 913 teachers to enhance their delivery of STEM in the classroom.
Over the three days, the pupils had the opportunity to learn about physics in engineering through a series of presentations and practical exercises. Working in teams, they tackled ‘real-life’ challenges on projects designed and facilitated by experts within the field to learn about cryogenic and molecular electronics, nanotechnology, quantum devices, space science and ultra-fast lasers.
FirstGroup plc, National Grid, National Nuclear Laboratory, National Space Centre, Rugby School, University of Leicester and the University of Warwick all ran masterclasses, challenging workshops and stimulating hands-on projects to introduce the practical applications in this fascinating subject.
The National Nuclear Laboratory demonstrated to students how radioactive waste disposal and nuclear reactors work whilst having them consider the environmental considerations attached to the technology. FirstGroup plc challenged students to design and build a train to a series of specifications while encouraging students to consider the challenges faced by railway engineers.
Other projects included taking part in a physics ‘Market Place’ exercise and demonstration led by the University of Warwick, a ‘Lab Workshop’ run by the National Space Centre and the University of Leicester, an introduction into the ‘Seven Wonders of the World of Physics and Engineering’ by Richard Gibbon, and masterclasses run by National Grid and Rugby School.
As well as working on the design, build and test elements of the projects, the students developed life skills such as teamwork, communication, problem solving, time management, finance and presentation. The social programme included a film night and a formal dinner and disco.
On the last day of the course, students and their parents attended a careers fair where companies from the area and further and higher educational establishments were on hand to answer questions about job prospects and study options.
Dr Andrew Cave, Chief Executive of The Smallpeice Trust commented, “With the help of the Ferreras Willetts Family, The Ogden Trust, the Royal Commission for the Exhibition of 1851 and the University of Warwick, this residential course was put together to provide students with a unique insight into Physics in Engineering. Job prospects in engineering are very positive. It is crucial that organisations continue to work together to ensure that the UK has the talent pipeline ready to meet demand.”
All Smallpeice courses are linked to the National Curriculum and are designed to improve core skills such as team building, financial management, communication and problem solving. By attending one of our courses students will gain experience of university and working life that will accelerate their personal development and their potential for greater academic achievement.
The Smallpeice Trust Physics in Engineering course is part of an ongoing programme of subsidised residential courses to help young people aged 12 to 17 develop skills in engineering, design, technology and manufacturing.
Founded by Dr Cosby Smallpeice in 1966, The Trust has grown tremendously over the past 47 years, helping thousands of young people find a successful career in a multitude of disciplines within the industry from engineering materials, marine technology and naval architecture to nanotechnology and structural engineering. Through running residential courses and STEM enrichment days, 20,353 students have attended a Smallpeice activity in the past year.
Notes to editors:
Attention Press:
Media are invited to come along during the course to view the students in action on 11th April 2013. Contact The Smallpeice Trust if you would like to attend.
About The Smallpeice Trust:
The Smallpeice Trust is an independent charitable trust which promotes engineering as a career, primarily through the provision of residential courses for young people aged 12 to 18.
The Smallpeice Trust was founded in 1966 by Dr Cosby Smallpeice, a pioneering engineer and inventor of the Smallpeice Lathe. Following the stock market flotation of his company Martonair, Dr Smallpeice invested his energy and part of his personal fortune to set up the Trust to ensure that British industry could continuously benefit from his proven design and engineering philosophies: “Simplicity in design, economy in production.”
In the past academic year, The Smallpeice Trust has reached out to 20,353 young people through 33 different subsidised residential courses, 1-day in-school STEM Days and STEM-in-a-Box kits. The Smallpeice Trust has also trained 913 teachers to enhance their delivery of STEM in the classroom.
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The Smallpeice Trust:
Gemma Murphy
+44(0)1926 333214
www.smallpeicetrust.org.uk
Gemma Murphy
+44(0)1926 333214
www.smallpeicetrust.org.uk
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