Learning in context

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Use these topical resources to develop rich, stimulating and challenging learning experiences related to engineering. Each context offers teaching ideas, videos, activities and challenges for learners, and supporting resources such as downloads and websites.

Electric transport

A graphic of cars plugged into the mains electricity

Investigate electric motors, learn about circuits and batteries and gain an understanding of the impact of electric transport on carbon emissions and climate change.

Energy-saving house

A photo of a model house and tools on building plans

Examine the design and engineering requirements to construct an energy-efficient house, including meeting the needs and expectations of the potential residents.

Bioengineering

A photo of a bionic and human handshake

Investigate efforts to repair, assist or augment impaired body functions through the use of brain-computer interfacing, polymeric biomaterials and prosthetics.

Water

A photo of a water treatment plant

Find out what's involved in managing this vital resource for life, from making water safe to drink to keeping people safe by controlling flooding.

Renewables

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Explore wind, wave and tidal power, both the technological and scientific issues and the impact on society as we adapt to new sources of energy.