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Michaella Chemello
Engineer in Training (Civil)
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Ryley Gray
Civil Structural Design Engineer
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How can we build a structure that protects toy people from wind?
Hands-on Activities
How could you design and build a structure that protects toy people from the wind?
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Makerspaces for Educators
Backgrounders
A makerspace is a collaborative space where anyone can create, tinker, invent and learn by making.
![Anghel Saligny Bridge](/sites/default/files/styles/resource_card_image_360x300_/public/2020-08/anghel-saligny_bridge.png?itok=Y3cfoU-d)
Why is a Triangle a Strong Shape?
Backgrounders
Triangles are very strong shapes which makes them important when building strong and stable structures
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The Solutioneers Week 2: Ready to Roll
Interactives
This week's episodes and hands-on activity explore re-engineering.
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Simple Machines - Levers
Backgrounders
The lever is a type of simple machine. Learn about the different classes of levers and how they provide mechanical advantage.
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Camilla Sullivan
Tower and Mobile Crane Operator
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Which Fastener is Best?
Lessons
Students will learn about the different types of fasteners to investigate which fastener is best for a particular material or job and why.
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Tools: Hand
Picture Collections
16 images of some tools such as hammers, saws and drills that are operated by hand and do not require electricity
![Circular Saw Circular Saw](/sites/default/files/styles/resource_card_image_360x300_/public/DeWalt_circular_saw.jpg?itok=Hy5hVqIk)
Tools: Power
Picture Collections
10 images of some tools such as belt sanders and table saws that use an electric motor rather than requiring manual labour
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Simple Machines: Wedges
Picture Collections
6 images of some tools such as axes and spikes that are inclined planes and used to help push objects apart
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Simple Machines: Wheels And Axles
Picture Collections
6 images of some objects such as ferris wheels and skate boards with wheel and axle mechanisms that create rotary movement
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Strong Shapes: Cylinders
Lessons
Students develop and apply comparing & contrasting, observing and predicting skills as they explore the strength of cylinders made with different materials.
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Structures: Bridges And Gates
Picture Collections
5 images of some mass and frame structures from around the world such as the L’Arc de Triomphe gate and the Brooklyn Bridge