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VCE Chemistry Students Explore Analytical Techniques at KIOSC

Our VCE Unit 2 Chemistry students recently participated in an engaging masterclass at the Knox Innovation, Opportunity and Sustainability Centre (KIOSC), where they explored the use of analytical techniques in environmental chemistry.

During the session, students investigated environmental water samples to identify potential contaminants, including salts and organic compounds. Using a range of analytical techniques and specialised instrumentation, students developed their skills in identifying and measuring chemical substances.

The masterclass provided an excellent opportunity for students to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world environmental challenges, while gaining valuable experience with analytical equipment and techniques used by professional scientists.

Year 7 Students Blast Off with Space Force Quest!

Our Year 7 Science students recently embarked on an exciting STEM adventure at KIOSC, participating in the Discovery: Space Force Quest program.

Through hands-on challenges, coding missions and interactive simulations, students explored the fascinating physics behind space exploration. Activities focused on important scientific concepts, including balanced and unbalanced forces, Newton's Laws of Motion, momentum, energy transfer and simple machines.

Working through a series of space-themed challenges, students were encouraged to think critically, collaborate with their peers and apply their scientific understanding to solve problems.

Space Force Quest was a fantastic opportunity to bring classroom science to life, demonstrating how physics, engineering and technology work together in the exploration of space.

Mr George Wardle

Science Leader