Technology / Engineering

Technology / Engineering

Technology and Engineering combine the art of Design with the problem solving and understanding of the Sciences. Until specialism takes place late in students' school careers it is rarely taught as a separate subject, instead being wrapped up with its core subjects of Design and Science. However as the topic which results in moving machinery it is perfect for demonstrations, practical workshops and, of course, visits.

The places which schools take trips to immerse themselves in the world of technology typically concentrate on how the modern world is developing and so may feature computers, new technologies such as wind farms and recycling, and their environmental impact, plus

But of course there is a wide range of museums which celebrate how technology has developed over the years, particularly since the Industrial Revolution. 

Many of the venues offer the possibility of practical workshops which allow students to create their own versions of the exhibits they have seen and discussed. All of these also present plenty of opportunity to deliver aspects of the curriculum such as PSHE, Politics, History and Citizenship alongside the core aim of Technology.

 

Main organisations:

Design and Technology Association (DATA)

NAACE

​National STEM Centre

Primary Engineer

Inclusion: NASEN

 

Thought of visiting?

Science Museum

The Museum of Technology, Peterborough

The Wellcome Collection, Euston

The RAF Museum, Cosford

Horniman Museum, London

Museum of Army Flying, Stockbridge

The Look Out Discovery Centre, Bracknell

ThinkTank, Birmingham

Museum of Science and Industry, Manchester

 

For a complete list of venues and providers who deliver specialist courses and activities for this subject see below:

National Railway Museum Shildon

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Museums
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National Railway Museum Shildon, also known as Locomotion: The National Railway Museum at Shildon or Shildon Locomotion Museum was built during 2004 at a cost of £11.3 million, and is based on the former "Timothy Hackworth Victorian Railway Museum".

The museum is operated in partnership with Durham County Council and was expected to bring 60,000 visitors a year to the small town. However, during its first six months, the museum attracted 94,000 visits. By 2012 visit numbers were exceeding 200,000 a year.

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Pontcysyllte Aqueduct

The Stream in the Sky!
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Transport
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It's our exhilarating stream in the sky. Our horseshoe of waterfalls in North East Wales. Our beautiful canal. Not one but two aqueducts. Our World Heritage Site. Breathtaking!

Opened in 1805 the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is the longest of Britain's 370 Aqueducts. It is a 1,000 foot span of iron and stone which carries a million and a half litres of water the Ellesmere canal suspended 126 feet above the River Dee like an enormous flying bathtub by 19 pillars.

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Amerton Railway

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Transport
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Amerton Railway is a mile long 2 foot gauge line with spectacular seasonal specials, regular open days great for family trips, a railway museum and tours available of the Locomotive Shed.

It is home to a 115 year old W.G. Bagnall Saddle tank called Isabel, so important to Stafford that she was placed on a plinth outside of Stafford Railway Station until she was restored.

Come and visit the railway and ride behind this historic engine and others on the scenic 1 mile line.

Get your trainspotters into their anoraks!

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Woodseaves Miniature Railway

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Transport
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A lovely miniature steam railway that runs on Sundays from the beginning of March to September. There is also a lovely 16mm gauge model railway to enjoy. Inexpensive, old fashioned fun.

It is definitely worth a visit if you are already in the area on a Sunday between from the beginning of March to September.

The narrow gauge railway runs through Woodseaves Plants nursery, so there are some lovely plants to look at along the way.

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Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

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Maritime / Sea Life
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Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is an ideal day out for groups and tours.

Ask anyone to name the most famous warships in the world and the Mary Rose, HMS Victory and HMS Warrior 1860 are sure to feature - in turn the favourite of Henry VIII, Nelson's victor at the Battle of Trafalgar and the ship that never fired a shot in anger during 10 years of sea domination.

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Stephenson Railway Museum

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Museums
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Stephenson Railway Museum is open Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays until 2 November 2014 and all week during school holidays (excluding Christmas holidays). With heritage train rides on Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays.

200 years since George Stephenson built his first locomotive Blucher.

A range of fascinating locomotives are on display. The Museum is home to:

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National Waterfront Museum

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Museums
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The National Waterfront Museum (Amgueddfa Genedlaethol y Glannau) tells the story of industry and innovation in Wales, now and over the last 300 years.

Our vast industrial and maritime heritage is ready to explore via cutting-edge, interactive technology married with traditional displays. It means a unique, captivating and involved visitor experience lies in wait at Wales's newest national museum.

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Blackpool Tower

Five Amazing Attractions - One Amazing Trip!
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Historic Buildings & Monuments
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Modelled on the Eiffel Tower, when Blackpool Tower opened in 1894 it was the tallest building in Britain. It took just 3 years to construct using 5 million bricks and over 2,500 tonnes of steel. It can be seen from as far afield as the Lake District and North Wales.

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St Quentin's Castle

Mainly early 14th century remains of a large courtyard castle.
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Castles
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Also known as Llanblethian Castle, St Quentin's Castle near Cowbridge includes a massive twin-towered gatehouse. It is believed that the majority of the castle was built by Gilbert de Clare (the Last, d. 1314).

Unstaffed open site, no booking required

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Yorkshire Air Museum

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Transport
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The Yorkshire Air Museum is the largest independent air museum in Britain and is also the location of  The Allied Air Forces Memorial. It is a Registered Charity and nationally accredited museum (No.66). Situated in a 22 acre parkland site on the former World War II RAF Bomber Command Station at Elvington near the City of York, the Museum/Memorial is located on the largest and most original WWII station open to the public.

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