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F1 in Schools. All rights reserved. Re-Engineering Australia Foundation Ltd. reserves the right to alter any specifications and
documentation of the Challenge Pack without prior notice. Permission is granted to establishments competing in the Challenge to
photocopy and distribute any part of these documents internally. Formula One, Formula 1, F1 and FIA Formula One World Final,
together with their non-English translations and permutations are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Formula One group of
companies. All other brands, logos and products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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REA runs a series of career intervention programs which are aimed at increasing the self-efficacy of students
toward careers involving Maths, Science and Engineering.
All intervention programs are based on Action Learning and include a strong focus on improving
communication and presentation skills, interacting with industry and using the best technology available in
the world.
REA relies on the use of heroes and role models to provide social influence to inspire students towards
careers that build a nation.
REA aims to excite Technology Teachers and raise the profile and importance of Technology Education
throughout the broader Australian Community. Exciting Teachers Exciting Students!
One Australian School participating in F1 in Schools using REA supported technologies qualifies for the
major prize, a trip to the represent Australia at the F1 in Schools World Finals!
An Australian Team, The Stingers, a group of Year 7 and 8 boys from Trinity Grammar School, Kew in
Melbourne were World Champions in 2006 and again in 2011 an Australian Team, the PentaGliders from
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Brooks High School, Tasmania were crowned World Champions. Australian teams have finished 2 in the
World in 2008, 2009 and 2010.
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CAD (Computer Aided Design) encourages students to think, explore and visualise their ideas in threedimensions, using features such as curve modelling and surface rendering, alongside more traditional
orthographic presentations.
CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing) packages, such as QuickCAM 3D and QuickCAM Pro, create an
environment where CAD designs can be developed and prepared for automated manufacturing processes.
CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) packages, such as VWT (Virtual Wind Tunnel) allow computer models
of designs to be analysed with regard to aerodynamic efficiency, then modified to further increase
performance before anything is physically manufactured.
VR (Virtual Reality) packages allow complicated machining and processing tasks to be practised in real time
and total safety. Packages such as Denford VR Milling allow CNC machining to be experienced, even when
you dont actually own the real CNC hardware.
Team Collaboration and Video Conferencing systems such as Cisco WebEx allow students to solve problems
in live and offline forums, collaborate by sharing and developing files on-line and visiting manufacturing
centres without having to leave their classroom.
CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) Machines, such as the Denford Routers, allow processed CAD
models to be manufactured to high degrees of accuracy, fit and finish.
Desktop sized Wind Tunnels and Smoke Visualisation allow students to get hands on with the science of
aerodynamics and motion.
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NSW
ACT
Technology KLA Essential Learning (EL) 25. Interdisciplinary EL1, EL2, EL3, EL5, EL6.
English EL8, EL9, EL10. Maths EL16, EL17, EL18. Science EL19, EL20.
VIC
TAS
SA
WA
NT
The Challenge provides for student learning outcomes linked and not limited to:
- Design
- Industry Links
- Career Awareness
- Innovation
- Graphics
- Project Management
- Sustainability
- Literacy
- Enterprise
- Clarity of Information
- Self-Esteem
- Engineering
- Collaboration
- Budgeting
- Research & Testing
- Multimedia
- Team Work
- Forestry
- CAD/CAM/CNC
- Marketing
- ICT
- Safety
- Manufacturing
- Communication Skills
- Soft Employability Skills
- Presentation
- Science
- Math
- Materials and Properties
- Resource Management
- Initiative & Perseverance
- Self, Team & Project Evaluation
- Technical Interpretation
One of the great things about the F1 in School program is its portability across learning areas. Teachers can
easily implement the program with a preferred focus. For example the focus could be as a CAD unit of work,
an Engineering unit of work or even as an applied physics unit.
Teachers should consider including their whole class, forming multiple teams of 3-5 students to work on
designs and project components in their own teams.
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There are many tasks that must be mastered, in order to design, manufacture, prepare and finally enter a car for
racing, making TEAMWORK vital to your success. READ AND KNOW THE RULES!
The following roles are suggestions to help you get started:
DESIGN ENGINEER
This person is responsible for the styling and aerodynamic performance of the car design. The Design Engineer
will work with 3D CAD and need to liaise with the Manufacturing Engineer through the use of CAM (Computer
Aided Manufacture) software to ensure ideas can be realised. The Design Engineer will need to have a good
understanding of the rules and regulations.
RESOURCES MANAGER
This person manages time, materials and equipment for design and making the cars. They could also be
responsible for developing ideas regarding team marketing and industry links. The Resources Manager will need
to liaise with all members to check tasks are progressing on time and offer additional help, if needed.
MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
This person is usually responsible for the construction of the car and in particular the CNC manufacture of the car
body. The Manufacturing Engineer will need to liaise with the Design Engineer to report and help solve issues
with manufacturing of the car.
TEAM MANAGER
This person would be responsible for managing the team, ensuring that all resources and team members are
ready for competition. The Team Manager works closely with other members, guiding and implementing
management strategies, team meetings etc. whilst offering assistance where necessary.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
This person would be responsible for producing graphical concepts for team identity as applied across the
project, including layout of documents and displays, together with the final graphic renderings and any additional
team marketing materials.
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A students school year group is determined from the year group the student is in during the year of regional
and state competition.
This competition is open to all Australian School students.
Interschool collaboration teams are eligible.
The following class definitions must be read in conjunction with the 2012/2013 Seasons Rules and
Regulations document downloadable from www.rea.org.au.
1. C ADET C LASS
This category is strictly only open to individuals or teams of up to 3 students from Years 5-12 who are all
participating in the F1 in Schools for the very first time. Teachers and the actual school can have
participated in previous years.
There are two independent divisions at the State level of competition:
NOTE WELL: The simplified requirements and rules for this class are intended to reduce the cost and
complexity for participating teams and make the project easier to integrate into current school curriculum or
run as an extra-curricular activity.
Individuals or teams entering this class will not be required to submit the full range of project elements
applicable to the Development and Professional classes. The requirements of this class area as follows:
Project Elements
1. Submission of one car only (designed in 3D CAD) in accordance with the current Rules and
Regulations with paint or optional Estapol type finish.
2. Submission of 1 x A2 poster or 2 x A3 posters with content based on F1 Design Process.
3. Submission of dimensioned compliance drawing
Judging Elements
1. Car fully scrutinised as per current Rules & Regulations.
2. Car raced as per criteria outlined in current Rules and Regulations.
3. Teacher assessment/judging of A2 poster
In 2012, this class will be offered at Regional and State Final level competitions. At regional and state final
events, the attendance of students registered in this category is optional. In lieu of attendance, students may
send their project elements to the event organiser to be received no later than one week prior to competition
day.
Students who opt to attend finals events are to wear school uniform. State champions in this class MAY be
invited to display their project at the 2013 National Final. This modified class of competition does not have a
pathway to the World Finals.
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3. P ROFESSIONAL C LASS
There are two independent divisions at the State level of competition:
There is ONE overall Professional Class division at the National Final level.
Teams competing in this category must adhere to all rules and judging criteria as outlined in the F1 in
Schools 2012/2013 Season Rules & Regulations document. The Champion Pro Junior and Pro Senior teams
from each State Final will be eligible to compete at the Australian National Final.
The National Champion Professional Team (inclusive of all Junior and Senior teams), will win the Major Prize
for this class - the right to represent Australia at the 2013 F1 in Schools World Finals.
COMPETITIONS
F1 in Schools is a Global Challenge with over 34 Countries participating from all over the world. Australia is
one of the Program Founding Partners and has enjoyed great success at the international level. Australian
Teams have been World Champions, place regularly in podium positions and have won category awards
including the prestigious Best Engineered Design Award at all but one World Final event.
Becoming F1 in Schools champions at any level is about more than just having the fastest car. To succeed
you must address all assessment and marking criteria as outlined in a separate document. Appropriate levels
of attention and time must be dedicated to each of the criteria, considering the mark values shown for each
key performance indicator. Becoming champions is about gaining the maximum TOTAL score possible.
The Competition process can be at five levels:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
School Competitions
Regional Finals
State / Territory Finals
National Finals
World Finals
Teams progressing from one level to the next are permitted and encouraged to further develop and refine
their designs and associated entry assets.
Check www.rea.org.au for updated event dates and locations.
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Teachers choose some or all of the Challenge Marking Criteria and set these as the school based assessment
criteria for determining their best school teams. Racing is the highlight and we encourage teachers to run
their own school based race-off. This is a great opportunity to showcase the project to other students and the
rest of the school community. Schools may also choose to invite existing or potential industry partners to visit
or even participate as a judge.
Teachers are encouraged to award outright and category awards. Industry partners often agree to sponsor
prizes. Why not create a school perpetual trophy? REA has a template certificates available for school
competitions.
Generally speaking the best 2 to 3 top scoring teams will represent their school at a Regional Final. However
this can vary from region to region and you should liaise with your Regional Coordinator to confirm this.
2. R EGIONAL F INALS :
(July August)
Recommended Minimum Project Entry Inclusions
o 1 to 2 completed cars per team (1 for Cadet Class)
o Poster (Cadet Class) or 12 page portfolio
(Development Class) or 20 page portfolio
(Professional Class)
o Basic rule and regulation compliance
o Team wear school uniform but proposed future
team uniform design in Portfolio.
o Pit display design proposed. (n/a Cadet Class)
o Verbal presentation optional (n/a for Cadet Class)
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REA hosts all State / Territory Competitions. These are usually conducted at interesting venues and can
include industry visits as part of the programmed activities.
At this level of the competition, the full range of marking criteria will be assessed. The top scoring
Development Class Team, Professional Junior Class Team and Professional Senior Class Team are invited to
represent their State / Territory at the National Finals.
Champion Cadet Class teams from each state final will be invited to provide their projects for display at the
National Final.
Teams progressing to this level of the competition will need to consider budget and logistics for travel, team
uniforms and display assets. To participate, team attendance at this level is essential for all teams other than
the Cadet Class. Teams may need to engage financial sponsors to help with the required budget.
4. N ATIONAL F INAL :
(February - March)
The Australian National Final is a most
prestigious event, normally conducted
over three days including the Gala
Awards Presentation, attended by the
media and VIPs from Industry and
Government. The 2008 National Finals
Gala Awards Presentation was held in
the Great Hall of Parliament House with
25 Members of Parliament in
attendance!
Project entry requirements are the same
for the teams as for State Finals. Expect
the bar to rise significantly and the need
for further project refinement in order to
be competitive.
Teams progressing to this level of the competition will need to consider budget and logistics for travel, team
uniforms and display assets. To participate, team attendance at this level is essential. Teams may need to
engage financial sponsors to help with the required budget.
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COST STRUCTURE
Schools delivering the F1 in Schools program must register online and pay a fee.
Students undertaking the F1 in Schools program in a school must be registered and a pay a fee.
Students wishing to register for the F1 in Schools competition must also pay a competition participation fee.
In order that REA can plan competition events, school and student registrations must be completed on-line by
the advertised date on the REA website. Registrations after this date will NOT be accepted.
All teams MUST be registered prior to their first competition event and / or the published team registrations
deadline. Team registration MUST be completed online.
The Challenge Agreement Form MUST be completed by the supervising teachers (or parent/guardian where
applicable) for state and national finals and returned to REA by the published deadline. These forms will be
sent to teachers/parents/guardians once registration is received.
Deadlines, race event dates and online registration details can be found at www.rea.org.au.
1. R EGISTRATION F EES
School Registration: $540 Inc. GST per school/campus + $45 postage & handling
This entitles schools to the following:
1.
2.
3.
a.
b.
50 Race Ready Wheel kits (1 Kit = 4 wheels, 2 axles, 4 grommets & 2 tether line guides)
4.
5.
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3.
4.
5.
6.
2.
3.
One balsa block, REA Race Ready Kit (4 wheels, 2 axles, 4 grommets, 2 tether line guides)
4.
5.
6.
General advice by experienced REA staff (on-line and telephone) including manufacturing options.
7.
Regional Final :
State Final:
National Final:
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World Final :
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The Development Class team will win the right to represent Australia at the 2013 F1 in Schools World Finals
as part of an International Collaboration team.
Note: The team and country with whom the winning Development Class team collaborates will be determined by REA in
partnership with the World Final organisers.
The level of funding awarded for this prize is subject to sponsorship obtained by REA. Winning teams will be
required to raise any additional sponsorship / funding required for travelling to and/or participating in the
World Finals.
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CHAMPION (State):
(Team with highest sub-total of Criteria: tbc)
Note: For Cadet Class teams there is no pathway to the World Finals
Speedalicious, Gymea Technology High School. F1 Team Lotus 2010 Australian Grand Prix!
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Regional Finals must be conducted no later than one month prior to the corresponding State Final.
State Finals:
State
Date/s
Venue
ACT
UNSW@ADFA, Canberra
VIC
8 9 November 2012
Quantam Victoria
TAS
24 25 October 2012
TBC
SA
10-11 September
WA
20 - 21 September 2012
TBC
NSW
TBC
QLD
11 - 12 October 2012
National Final:
25 February 1 March 2013
World Final:
2013 F1 in Schools World Finals: TBC
ENQUIRIES
All enquiries regarding the Australian F1 in Schools Technology Challenge should be directed to:
Re-Engineering Australia Foundation Ltd.
Mailing Address:
PO Box 136
Castle Hill NSW 1765
In Australia call: 1300 204 478
International: +61 2 9634 2144
Facsimile: (61) 2 8079 0622
Email: contact@rea.org.au
Website: www.rea.org.au
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