The aim of our resources is to inspire the next generation of engineers by showcasing how STEM skills can positively impact society.
About the resource
The engineering community plays a vital role in our daily lives and engineers were essential in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.
While the pandemic has had devastating global effects, the engineering community worked together to quickly respond to the sudden demands of coronavirus, even finding opportunities for positive change
Engineering in a pandemic explores real world challenges faced during pandemics, such as the urgent demands on healthcare systems, the rapid development of personal protective equipment (PPE) and vaccines roll out.
Through a series of pandemic related activities, students learn about teamwork, problem solving and contributing positively to society.
This resource includes a teacher's guide and a student booklet, 4 student support sheets and 3 video tutorials.
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