SHEPPARTON ACE College’s VCAL 2 and VCAL 3 classes took up the challenge to build a billy cart each to enter into this year’s Shepparton Agricultural Show. This gave students an opportunity to participate in a community event, use their maths skills in practical ways and to get hands-on with power tools.
Both classes researched billy cart design, looking at both structure and aesthetics. The students from each class then worked collaboratively to come up with a design to build.
VLAL 3 chose a ‘space’ theme, building a cart with wings for side panels. They studied spray paint techniques to create a fabulous design that resembled deep space. VCAL 2 made a design that was inspired by a World War II fighter jet with pressed metal panels. Both carts came up fantastic, taking out the first and second prize at the Shepparton Agricultural Show.
VCAL teacher, Karren Pollerd said, “Visits to the local ‘op shops’ proved that sourcing items to build the cart would be more difficult than anticipated. Each class experienced further challenges with their designs, and it was great to see them use their critical and creative thinking skills to overcome these issues.
“The students were so proud of their achievements.
“They were able to apply the skills they’ve learnt in numeracy and to apply work-related skills, whilst still having fun.”
Shepparton ACE College is currently taking enrolments for Year 7 and 8 classes for 2019. Visit the campus today at 130 Rowe Street, Shepparton, or give them a call at 5831 4029.
