14 December 2021
Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullah wa barakatuh
STEM Day Out
On Wednesday, 10 November, Year 11 biology students participated in the clinical biology excursion. This STEM Day Out program is presented by the University of South Australia under the UniSA connect program.
During this excursion, students learned about the theory about red blood cells and oxygen transport, conditions and treatment for shock, and some basic genetics of hereditary blood disorders. Students used blood pressure monitors and oximeters to collect personal data and then calculate their blood oxygen volumes during various activities (holding their breath, exercising, and simulating asthma conditions). Clinical procedures such as hand washing techniques are also practiced during interactive sessions. The students then put their knowledge to the test by listening to a triple zero call, extracting relevant information, and using vital signs from the training Manikin to diagnose the possible problem.
Year 7 Self-Initiated project
In week 5, term 4, the year 7 students presented their self-initiated project as part of their science assessment. Student’s projects varied from a DNA extraction, making edible glass, capillary action, lava lamp, and many more. Students presented their projects during the SIP presentation as an individual scientist and showed an excellent understanding of the activities and the projects they carried out during the first five weeks of term 4. Students displayed exceptional communication and presenting skills when handling questions and inquiries about their projects.
– Dr. Waleed Jaseem
Science coordinator