STEM: Our approach to Stem @ PLC
summary
Middle school STEM uses problem‑based learning across Year 9 and Year 10 to deliver underwater ROVs, rollercoasters, bionic prosthetics and solar ovens. Students build PVC‑based ROVs with three DC thrusters and Cat5 tethers, test in 1,100 L tubs then 1,000 L IBCs, and plan bilge‑pump thrust and Arduino sensors next. Projects include outsourced 3D printing, a database for motion cameras, a bridge that placed 22nd nationally, and showcase evenings where solar ovens bake cookies.
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chapters (13)
- 0:00STEM program at PLC
- 1:06STEM learning approach and projects
- 4:40Underwater drone project challenges
- 8:13Year 9 underwater robot design
- 12:30Expanding underwater ROV projects
- 15:45Year 10 roller coaster physics
- 19:01Bionics and prosthetics unit
- 23:12Light and optics applications
- 24:36Biodiversity monitoring project
- 26:33Community collaboration
- 27:09Student innovations and achievements
- 28:41Teamwork in STEM projects
- 30:08Q&A
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