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Roller Coaster Engineering for Kids

Meet a roller coaster engineer and discover the way electricity and magnets launch coasters to top speed! Interactive demonstrations of science and engineering concepts only require your hands. Students will design their own roller coaster!
Gareth Murray, B.Sc. Engineering
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(39)
Class

What's included

1 live meeting
1 in-class hours

Class Experience

During this one-time class, students will meet a roller coaster engineer and discover the science and engineering behind amusement park rides! Students will have the opportunity to go "under the hood" and learn about some of the fascinating methods engineers use to make roller coasters fun, fast, and safe to ride. Specifically, we will discuss the way electricity and magnets are used to engineer propulsion systems that allow for unique roller coaster experiences that traditional rides cannot offer. Additionally, learners will be introduced to a variety of types of roller coasters and the engineering questions that inform decisions around their design, such as budget, rider experience, and maintenance requirements. As the teacher, I will guide students through their adventure by discussing some of the most popular and innovative rides in the world, and lead interactive demonstrations of various science and engineering concepts using only our hands. At the end, students will have the opportunity to design their own roller coaster! This class is a great way to nurture and encourage interest in STEM through the joy and thrill of amusement park rides.

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Learning Goals
Students will improve their understanding of how engineers use the scientific concepts of electricity and magnetism to solve real-world problems in the area of roller coasters and amusement park entertainment.
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Other Details

Supply List
Paper and something to draw/color with (for roller coaster design project).
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2023
4.9
39reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from The Pennsylvania State University
After engineering two roller coasters for Universal Studios, I have spent the last 20 years teaching kids about the wonderful world of amusement parks and how engineering makes it all possible!
I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Penn State University.

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$25

per class
Meets once
60 min

Completed by 72 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
5-12 learners per class

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