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Sports themed STEM resources

From the Rugby Six Nations to the Tour de France and all other sporting events in between, there is a lot going on in 2023 so why not grab your flags and whistles and join us as we go on a STEM journey into the world of sport.

All of our activities come with lesson plans and presentations that are mapped to the curricula and combine sports with engineering.

From making their own World Cup medals using pewter cast to selecting the Golden Ball recipient, and designing the trainers of the future or a racing wheelchair, we have a wide range of activities that showcase how STEM influences sports.

And please do share your learning highlights and final creations with us on social media @IETeducation or send them via email to IETEducation@theiet.org to be featured in our online gallery.

Designing the trainers of the future

Introduce the concept of research through product analysis to support the design process and design a pair of trainers fit for the future.
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Design a sports wheelchair

Design a racing wheelchair considering key aspects to enhance its performance.
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Design and create a pewter cast medal

Introduce the concept of CAD design, pewter casting and how this can be used to create something for a major event.
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Select the Golden Ball recipient

Explore statistics and use them to decide on a ranking of football players.
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Develop a sports logo

A graphic design activity to build knowledge and understanding of branding and logos.
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Make a sensor to test a waterlogged sports pitch

Make a moisture sensor to check that a sports pitch is fit to play on.
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60 seconds on sports technology

Practice presenting skills to share knowledge of sports technology.
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Debating simulation verses real-world sports

Research and evaluate the social, ethical and health issues relating to simulation sports verses real-world sports.
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Smart cycle IET Faraday® DIY Challenge Day

Design and create a prototype smart beacon which will be used to communicate information to cyclists.
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Fitness and computer games

Test fitness to decide whether people should engage in computer-based sport.
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Presenting fitness data

Learn how to graphically represent a range of fitness levels.
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Sports and sustainability

Worksheets and video explaining how Land Rover BAR is building a long-term sustainable business and protecting the environment. 
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Ethics of prosthetics

How far should people go to enhance their bodies with machinery?
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