Wind Tunnels
Human Endeavour
Foundation / Kindergarden
Years 1-2
Years 3-4
Years 5-6
Years 7-10
Students test their engineering and science skills as they experiment with wind tunnels to understand how objects move through air. They explore key forces such as lift, drag and thrust while testing their own designs for planes, parachutes or rockets. This interactive session blends creativity with scientific thinking, teaching the principles of flight and motion in a tangible, hands on way. The workshop encourages innovation and teamwork as students make and test their designs, learning how scientists and engineers use wind tunnels to improve real world technology.
Outcome & Benefits
This workshop builds problem solving and design thinking skills. Students learn how science and engineering principles combine to shape flight and motion, reinforcing their understanding of forces and aerodynamics. It encourages creativity, iteration and teamwork while connecting classroom learning to real world applications in aviation and engineering.
