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ALTERATIONS
Re-Engineering Australia Foundation Ltd. reserves the right to alter any specifications and
documentation associated with the Challenge without prior notice.
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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!
Two Australian teams 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!
Australian teams have now been crowned World Champions four times, in 2006, 2011, 2012 and 2013 and is
ranked Number One in the world for F1 in Schools. For more information about the success of Australian
teams at World Finals, visit http://rea.org.au/f1-in-schools/for-teams/competition-results/world-finals/.
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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 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 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.
CURRICULUM FIT
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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.
DESIGN BRIEF
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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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3.
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 current Seasons Rules and Regulations
document downloadable from www.rea.org.au.
1. C ADET C LASS
This category is open to individuals or teams of up to 3 students from Years 5-12. Individual students and
teams are eligible despite being registered for this class in previous competition seasons.
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 painted or optional clear finish.
2. Submission of 1 x A2 poster or 2 x A3 posters with content based on F1 Design Process.
3. Submission of an A3 dimensioned compliance drawing.
4. Submission of an A3 size hi quality render.
Judging Elements
1. Car fully scrutinised as per current Rules & Regulations.
2. Car raced as per criteria outlined in current Rules and Regulations.
3. Assessment of A2 poster
This class is only 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. In
these cases, the car will be raced in Automatic mode.
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 following 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 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 Class Team (inclusive of all Junior and Senior teams), will win the Major
Prize for this class - the right to represent Australia at the following F1 in Schools World Finals.
COMPETITIONS
F1 in Schools is a Global Challenge with over 42 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 in 2006, 2011, 2012 and 2013, placing regularly in podium positions and
winning category awards including the prestigious Best Engineered Design Award multiple times.
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 Final
World Finals
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1. S CHOOL C OMPETITIONS :
(May July)
Recommended Minimum School Competition Project Inclusions
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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 September)
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 and manages 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 3-4 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.
Elements and quantities will be defined in supplementary information provided leading up to the National
Final.
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Speedalicious
Gymea Technology High School. F1 Team Lotus
2010 Australian Grand Prix!
5. W ORLD F INALS :
(September - November)
World Finals are generally held over one week (including organised team activities) between September and
November of each year and where possible are held in conjunction with a Formula One Grand Prix.
In the past, World Finals have been staged in England, Australia, Malaysia, Singapore, Abu Dhabi and the USA.
In 2014, the World Finals will be held in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
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School
There are NO fees associated with registering schools in the F1 in Schools competition.
2.
Regional Finals: REA do NOT charge fees for teams participating at Regional Finals. However coordinators of
Regional Finals MAY charge participating teams a small fee to cover any costs associated with running these
events, although this is rare.
State/National Finals: REA will charge participation fees for team progression through to the State and National
levels of competition.
These fees will assist in funding the running of events including the provision of expo class booths for team pit
displays where relevant. At National Finals fees include some meals for all team members and up to two
supervising teachers.
These fees do NOT include travel and accommodation costs associated with participating in any event. All
travel and accommodation fees are the responsibility of teams and teachers.
Teams have the responsibility to raise sponsorship for all project elements including registration fees.
State Final:
Development & Professional Class Teams: $385 Inc. GST per team
National Final:
World Finals1:
Fee is levied by and paid to F1 in Schools UK subject to change and varies according to currency exchange rate
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The Development Class team will win the right to represent Australia at the 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 Finals 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.
2. C ADET C LASS
FASTEST LAP AWARD (State):
(The team with fastest individual net run time)
CHAMPION (State):
(Team with the highest scoring sum of all marking criteria)
Note: For Cadet Class teams there is no pathway to the World Finals
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COMPETITION CALENDAR
Many of the dates and venues are not available at the time of publishing this document. Please check
www.rea.org.au from time to time for updates.
Regional Finals: From 1 July September, 2013*. (Check with regional coordinator)
Regional Finals must be conducted no later than six weeks prior to the corresponding State Final.
State Finals:
State
Date/s
Venue
ACT/NSW
VIC
TAS
SA
WA
QLD
22 - 24 October 2014
National Final:
February/March 2015
TBC
World Finals:
14 23 November 2014
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