Young Engineers Clubs offer an opportunity for pupils to experience the rewards and challenges of a career in science, engineering and technology.
The Clubs are aimed at Primary and Secondary school pupils who are curious about science, engineering and technology. They adopt a very hands-on approach to projects in electrical, electronic, mechanical, robotics and civil engineering and technology.
Pupils get the opportunity to test their problem-solving skills in a team environment, so that everyone contributes to the project. The majority of clubs start up after the October break, running either at lunchtimes or as an after-school activity.
Benefits include the following:
- pupils develop creative and innovative skills working alongside real engineers
- clubs are invited to compete for the 'Young Engineers Club of the Year' title at the annual Showcase and Technology Challenge Event
- industrial visits are encouraged during the club session
- girls are positively encouraged to become members
- all club members receive a 'Certificate of Participation'.
| Author | Scottish Council for Development and Industry |
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| Link(s) | http://www.yecscotland.co.uk |
| Curricular area | Sciences Technologies |
| Publisher | Scottish Council for Development and Industry |
| Further information | The network has over 280 science, engineering and technology clubs throughout Scotland, with a membership of more than 4,000 girls and boys participating in the Clubs. Please contact the project manager for further details:
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| Type | web links Advice and information resource |
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