It is not news that there is a national shortage of engineers. Techniquest aims to enthuse and inspire primary pupils about a career in engineering.
Working with local companies and 40 engineers, the project will reach up to 1,200 primary school pupils aged 7-11 across Cardiff and the South Wales valleys. Classes will visit Techniquest to participate in an engineering Lab workshop or to see a highly engaging themed show to find out about engineering careers, particularly in space, semiconductors and the environment. Each class will also be allocated an engineer pen pal for the duration of the academic year. The project will then form an ongoing part of Techniquest's Education Programme in future.
