INTERNATIONAL AND NATIONAL NEWS
Young Engineers Set Sail In Plymouth
Institution Supports Smallpeice Naval Architecture Course
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rom 27th to 30th July, 40 aspiring around a specially constructed underwater a formal dinner at the National Marine
young engineers enjoyed a unique obstacle course. Students also discovered Aquarium.
learning experience at University of the principles of hydrodynamics and Dr Andrew Cave, Chief Executive of
Plymouth. The group of 15 to 17 year-old different methods of propulsion. They also The Smallpeice Trust commented: “Over
students spent four days discovering what’s visited Devonport Royal Dockyard, one of the four days, these students were able to
involved in the creation and maintenance the largest marine engineering complexes get a valuable insight into the design and
of many different types of ships including in Europe. construction of all types of vessels. Their
aircraft carriers, yachts, submarines and Throughout the four days students enthusiasm for engineering, science and
commercial ships. developed life skills such as teamwork, technology was remarkable, and it is clear
Sponsored by Babcock International communication, problem solving and that they are all extremely talented and have
Group, students designed and built their time management. They also had the exciting careers prospects ahead of them.”
own Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) – opportunity to find out about relevant Roger Hardy, Managing Director
a device frequently used by naval architects career opportunities and training routes Submarines of Babcock International Group,
in the construction and inspection of in Naval Architecture. Social activities added: “Babcock are extremely pleased to
offshore structures – and then raced included a film evening, a boat trip and able to work with The Smallpeice Trust,
undertaking the vital work of promoting
engineering as a leading career choice for
young people.”
The Smallpeice Naval Architecture
Course is supported by the Institution who
provide all the students with copies of RINA
journals and one year’s membership as a
Junior Member. the Institution also supports
marine Technology courses at Strathclyde
and Southampton Universities.
About the course
The Naval Architecture course is run by
the independent educational charity, The
Smallpeice Trust, as part of an ongoing
programme of residential courses to help
young people aged 13 to 18 learn and develop
skills in engineering, design, technology and
manufacturing. Through running over 32
residential courses and STEM enrichment
sessions, The Trust has reached out to
around 16,000 students across the UK in
the past year.
The new course timetable for 2010 will be
launched in September. Places are allocated
on a first come, first served basis. To find
out more, visit www.smallpeicetrust.org.uk,
or telephone The Smallpeice Trust on 01926
333200.
I would welcome news of any similar
courses held in other countries which members
are aware of.
Chief Executive
Students test their ROVs.
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