As part of Engineers Week last week, KPC collaborated with St. Columba’s NS to bring the fascinating world of Engineering right to the students' doorstep! Engineers Week has been created to introduce primary and secondary school children to the diverse world of engineering, by providing practical resources for teachers, and on-demand virtual engineering shows. This year, KPC Engineer David McCurtin visited the students of St. Columba’s NS to lead an engaging session on the fundamentals of Engineering through the Egg Drop Challenge! For the more junior students in the class, David also led a spaghetti and marshmallow tower challenge 🍝 Here's how it worked: 🔧 The students dove into the practical side of engineering by designing and constructing their very first containers using basic craft materials. 📈 The containers were then put to the ultimate test as they were dropped from increasing heights, all in an attempt to protect the egg inside. 🏆 After each drop, students had the opportunity to refine and enhance their designs, learning valuable lessons in continuous improvement. The grand finale? The student whose egg survived the highest drop was crowned the ultimate Egg Drop Champion! 🎉 This challenge isn't just about fun—it's about learning essential concepts in Material, Mechanical, and continuous improvement engineering. Kudos to all the students for their remarkable efforts! With such enthusiasm and creativity, it's clear that the future of STEM is bright! Engineers Ireland #StepsEngineersWeek
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8moWell done David!