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Competition spotlight: Scalextric4Schools
Students aged 11 and 18 are challenged to design, manufacture and test their own slot cars
2 December 2011 -
Engineering: A short history
Engineering as a concept has been around for hundreds of years. It was first recognised as a distinct profession in the 18th century
2 December 2011 -
Hands on learning: JCB Academy
A new school known as a “university technical college” has been set up to deliver the next generation of engineers
30 November 2011 -
Key engineering disciplines
Don't know the difference between civil and mechanical? Find out about the four main branches of engineering
1 December 2011 -
School project spotlight: A supersonic superstar
The project is being used as an educational resource to help students recognise the excitement of science, technology and maths
29 November 2011 -
The Big Bang Fair
There'll be an explosion of interest as young scientists and engineers flock to the NEC in March 2012
2 December 2011 -
What is engineering?
Engineering is a profession which the modern world depends on. Find out what engineering is and what it isn't
5 December 2011 -
Why modern life depends on engineers
Engineering is behind everything – from mobile phones to make-up, yet only 11% of 12- to 16-year-olds know what engineers do
5 December 2011
