The ‘Technical Basics on Wheels’ programme is primarily aimed at primary school pupils, enabling them to try out technology in a practical setting. The aim is to show that technical subjects are not just about theory, but above all involve creative, practical and meaningful activities.
The four-hour programme was divided into two main parts. One group of pupils worked on a machine tool – a centre lathe – where, under expert guidance, they tried their hand at machining light metals and learnt about the basic principles of machine production.
The second group focused on electrical engineering. At three stations, the pupils worked with electrical installation panels, wiring simple domestic lighting and socket circuits, and thus gained their first practical experience in the field of electrical installations.
Throughout the morning, the groups took turns so that all participants could try out both parts of the programme. This gave them a broader insight into the various technical fields and enabled them to get actively involved in all the activities on offer.
The pupils responded very positively to the programme. They worked with enthusiasm, completed the set tasks and particularly appreciated the practical focus of the whole event. There was also some interesting feedback – according to some pupils, this type of teaching should be a more regular part of school education, as they feel there is not enough scope for practical activities in their lessons.
The accompanying teacher also spoke very highly of the programme, praising its delivery, organisation and the pupils’ involvement. Finally, he expressed an interest in continuing the collaboration and in running a similar programme in the next school year.
A visit to T. G. M. Primary School in Český Krumlov thus achieved its aim – to introduce pupils to technology in a clear and practical way, to encourage their interest in technical subjects and to show them the opportunities that technical education can offer in the future.
(Ivan Lavička, Eng.)
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