Ages: 7-10

Lesson duration: 75 minutes

Number of lessons: 36

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Galileo Technic is an advanced program that delves deep into comprehensive mechanical engineering principles, allowing students to explore new engineering terms through building complex models from manual cars to oscillating fans.

Each lesson introduces a distinct machine or concept that embodies specific mechanical principles and their applications in real-world scenarios.

The program offers children an advanced exploration of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) concepts by building on their prior knowledge, enhancing their problem solving and creative thinking skills through hands-on building. With Galileo Technic, children are not just learning; they are stepping into an exciting lifelong journey of scientific discovery and innovation.

Galileo Technic Curriculum:

Children will unravel the workings of gear shifting, gearbox mechanisms, and transmission ratios, and delve deep into diverse motion forms ranging from circular to linear, elliptical, and oscillatory movements. The curriculum extends its reach to explore concepts such as asymmetry, angular momentum, and the science behind gyroscopes. Furthermore, students investigate the multifaceted role of universal joints in rotating axles and their applications as devices. Essential topics like mechanical force control, kinematic chains, and elastic force are also covered. This exploration is accentuated by understanding mechanical automation, steering mechanisms, and the interplay between potential and kinetic energies. Overall, the program not only provides foundational knowledge but also ignites a lifelong passion for mechanics.

Galileo Technic Objectives:

  • Introduce children to advanced mechanical concepts like kinematic chains, oscillation mechanisms, advanced gear systems and more.
  • Provide general knowledge of laws of physics and various natural phenomena.
  • Develop the ability to analyze engineering processes.
  • Acquire engineering implementation skills.
  • Provide general knowledge of laws of physics and various natural phenomena.
  • Foster independent and creative thinking.
  • Improve communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Enhance spatial recognition and STEM integration.

Galileo Technic Models:

  • Air crafts
  • Various types of transportation machines
  • Cranes
  • Gadgets and games
  • Moving animal and figures
  • Simple Machines