The questions are flooding in from students in this March’s round of I’m an Engineer, Get me out of here! Questions on everything from how many crisps we produce a year (it’s a lot!), to a world without engineers.
Why do we need computer models of jet engines? Intelligent questions being asked at #IAEUK! — Priyanka Dhopade, engineer
If this sounds up your street, well, we have some great news…
The next I’m an Engineer event will run from the 13th to the 24th June 2016, and applications are open now!
Engineers apply by Sunday 1st May at: imanengineer.org.uk/engineer-apply
Teachers register by Sunday 1st May at: imanengineer.org.uk/teachers — After registering, teachers will receive an email asking which zone they would like to take part in. Respond to this email to complete registration for the June activity.
Teachers who are already signed up for our activities will receive an email in early April about registering for the June activity.
The themes in June…
The event is split into different zones, each with its own theme. In each zone 5 engineers compete for students’ votes by answering questions and taking part in live chats. One engineer in each zone will win £500 to spend on more STEM engagement. Here’s what the zone list looks like:
- Aerospace Zone — funded by the Royal Academy of Engineering
- Environment Zone — funded by the Royal Academy of Engineering
- Health Zone — funded by Wellcome Trust
- Water Zone — funded by Wellcome Trust
We will also be running a General Engineering Zone. A zone where 5 engineers from completely different fields and areas of engineering all answer students’ questions on any topic the students like. General zones are named after SI units:
- Kilogram Zone — funded by the Royal Academy of Engineering
More STEM engagement…
During the same two weeks in June we’ll also be running I’m a Scientist, Get me out of here. Read more about that here…