Outreach
Monash HPR engages with schools and the broader community through outreach events.
Activity Outline
Presentation
Members of HPR will deliver an oral presentation accompanied with visual aid. The presentation:
Details the general aspects of engineering;
Gives insight into what we do at HPR.
Provides an explanation of the various sections within MHPR and their roles in similar organisations in the engineering industry.
Demonstration
HPR will take the students through some practical applications of rocketry.
| Activity | Description | Recommended Years | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Launching Paper Rockets | Students hand-make paper rockets and launch them from a PVC pad. Focus on improving aerodynamics for distance. | Prep to Year 3 | 45–60 mins |
| Launching Bottle Rockets | Students build bottle rockets and launch using water pressure. Focus on construction and distance performance. | Year 2 to Year 9 | 45–60 mins |
| OpenRocket Simulator | Students simulate rocket designs using OpenRocket software. Limited to 20 students per session at Monash Clayton. | Year 10 to Year 12 | 30–60 mins |
| Parachute Design Workshop | Students explore drag and design/testing of parachutes. Delivered in groups or individually based on class size. | Year 8 to Year 12 | 45-60 mins |
| Low Powered Rocketry (LPR) | Students design and build rockets in OpenRocket, then launch them. Suitable for groups. Adjustable difficulty. | Year 7 to Year 12 | >1 hour |
Debrief
Students will be given time to reflect on the day’s presentation/demonstration and there will be a final opportunity to ask questions to the members of Monash HPR.
Age
We cater to all ages from Kindergarteners through to Year 12 students. Let us know which age bracket we will be presenting to so we can tailor the experience specifically to your students.
Group Size
We try our best to accommodate classes of any size.
