Dimensions of Science and Technology
The assignment requires you to design, construction and test of a solar device. The choice
and type of the device is yours: solar cooker, solar water heater, solar still etc. You will
then need to test and modify the device to develop its maximum performance (efficiency).
Your assignment report will contain,
- Research and justify of the type of solar device you will construct with reference to
the age cohort of students. - Design: initial sketches with ‘fit for purpose’ comments and a final design with
justification of suitability: considering the purpose and student cohort. - Synthesize a production plan flow chart that includes safety guidelines
- Production: Evidence of the completed solar device (no more than 2 compressed
images) - Analysis of evidence of performance data, efficiency and justifications for
modifications to improve efficiency. This is your demonstration of your
mathematics and analytical skills. - Evaluation: A 1 min video explaining your new learning, relevance and problems
you might encounter in using the device as a learning opportunity for your students, - A concept map demonstrating linking between the Science and Technologies
curriculum, - Bibliography