The Reuse Revolution is a hands-on activity day where students learn about the process of sorting, reusing and injection moulding plastic.
Students will dive into the world of plastics—learning how different types are identified, recycled, and transformed. Then, they'll bring their creativity to life by designing and injection moulding their own unique item. It’s a hands-on introduction to sustainability, design, and modern manufacturing!
Suitable for
Years 7-10 + VM
Duration
Full Day at the Tech School
Program Outline
- Injection Mould recycled plastics
- Design an item using recycled plastic to promote a circular economy
- Critical and creative thinking
Student Outcomes
- Identify different types of plastics
- Use different types of machinery to shred and injection mould plastic
- Understand the implications of mixing types, shredding and remoulding plastic
- Apply design solutions to reuse and recycle product design
Victorian Curriculum Links
- Sustainability
- Science
- Technologies
- Digital Literacy
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If you have any further questions, please get in contact with us:
Tash Shukuroglou
nshukuroglou@gordontafe.edu.au
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