LEARNING EXPERIENCES
LEARNING EXPERIENCE | TOPIC | YEAR LEVELS | DURATION | OVERVIEW |
Albert Street Transformation | Liveability/Urban change | 5 to 9 | 30 mins | As the first new train station in Brisbane’s CBD in more than 120 years comes to life, how will this transform Albert Street, creating a city for the future? Urban change, human-centred design, liveability and transport planning are considered through the lens of the transformation of Albert Street. |
Architects at Work | Architecture | 3 to 10 | 30 mins | Inspired by our subtropical climate, the four new Cross River Rail underground stations are quintessentially Queensland places that will provide a world-class travel experience. Students consider factors that influenced the design of the stations and how they meet community needs for a sustainable future. |
Biggest Building Battle | Design | 3+ | 30 mins | By comparing the length of the new underground Albert St station to local landmark buildings, students engage with the significant engineering on Cross River Rail. Students will apply a design process, to generate innovative ideas, design and build a model tall building. |
Build a Bridge | Engineering | 4+ (Prep+ alternative available) | 30 mins | Students are introduced to some of the Cross River Rail bridges as well as globally recognised bridges and the most common bridge designs. Students will apply a design process to generate innovative ideas, design and build a model bridge. |
Design for Accessibility | Design | 5 to 9 | 30 mins | Through a detailed examination of a case study incorporating a range of hands-on and audio-visual materials, students will gain an understanding of technological solutions to accessibility challenges, and the positive impacts for society. |
Super Signalling System | Digital technologies | 5 to 9 | 30 mins | Upgrading South East Queensland’s railway signalling system is an important part of the Cross River Rail Project. This activity is based on a booklet that explains the basics of the new European Train Control System (ETCS), demonstrating how technologies can solve problems and contribute to society. |