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2013Programmes,

Facilities and Services

Supported by:


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About the Centre for Research and Applied

Learning in Science (CRADL) 2

Booking Programmes 5

Structured Experimentation Programmes 6

Structured Experimentation at NUS High School 19

CRADLPrototyping and Fabrication Facilities 20

Innovation and Research Programmes 22

Mentorship Programme & Project Grants 27

Teacher Workshops 28

Terms & Conditions 29

Table of Contents


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Aboutthe

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About the Centre for Research and

Applied Learning in Science (CRADL)

CRADLis a new teaching and research lab at Science Centre

Singapore that aims to provide students and teachers with a

captivating, hands-on journey of discovery in the area of physi-

cal sciences and engineering.

Designed and delivered by experienced scientists and edu-

cators, CRADL programmes not just provide opportunities

for conducting experiments, but also for inquiry-based learn-

ing about and appreciating the interdisciplinary art of experi-ment and engineering design, training analytical and creative

skills and furthering critical and innovative thinking. CRADLs

hands-on mantra also promotes resourcefulness and essen-

tial practical skills to help bring ideas from ction to reality ul-timately leading to the competence to make use of available

resources, such as prototyping tools and scientic equipment atCRADLor at schools, for independent student research.


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Aboutthe

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CRADLaddresses multiple target audiences: While one focus

is to provide a teaching and research lab for students, another

goal is to be a training and development platform for teachers

who wish to gain more condence and skills in bringing hands-

on science to the classroom and their school labs with a mini-mum of resources.

CRADLs programmes cater to a wide range of students from upper secondary up to pre-university. Most programmes

can be delivered at a varying level of depth and detail, making

them suitable for a wide range of grade levels.

The objectives ofCRADLare to:

enhance the learning of science through research andstructured experimentation

support the application of science through engineeringdesign, problem-solving and innovation

build the capacity of teachers and schools in scienceresearch and innovation


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Aboutthe

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Several types of programmes are offered at CRADL:

Structured Experimentation Pro-

grammes provide opportunities for

students to engage in inquiry-based

experimentation within and beyondthe formal science curriculum. In ad-

dition, students will learn to apply sci-

entic principles to problem-solving,design and innovation.

Innovation and Research

Programmes provide oppor-

tunities for passionate stu-dents to engage in science

and engineering projects

under the supervision of Re-

searcher Mentors at CRADLor trained Teacher Mentors in

schools.

Self-Paced Experimentation (SPACE) offers individual stu-dents the opportunity to explore the experiments offered in

structured experimentation programmes on their own.

In addition, CRADLprovides services for students and teach-

ers, such as:

Research project consultancy

Digital fabrication services

Access to research resources

Funding opportunities for student research


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Web:http://www.science.edu.sg/CRADLE

Mail:[email protected]

Most programmes are conducted on request. A booking form

for student workshops is included as a centre spread in this

brochure. Please consult our website for detailed programme

descriptions, latest updates and booking forms for more

programmes, or contact us through email.

Some programmes may be scheduled centrally. Check our

website for latest events and opportunities!

Terms & Conditions Excerpts:

Listed fees are per participant and do not include admission toScience Centre (admission fees to Science Centre apply to non-

Institutional School Members).

There is a minimum participation number for most programmes.

Submission of a booking request is not a guarantee of booking.You will be notied of your booking status by email within 5 work-ing days. If you are unsure about your booking status, please

email us.

Upon receiving our email reply, please acknowledge your accept-ance of the allocated slot within 7 working days to conrm thebooking. If your email acknowledgement is not received the

booking will be cancelled.

No-shows or late cancellation incur a penalty.

Please refer to our website for our complete Terms & Conditions,registration forms, and the most current list of programmes.

BookingP

rogrammes

Booking Programmes


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Structured

ExperimentationProgrammes

Structured Experimentation Programmes

The structured experimentation programmes offered at

CRADL explore science concepts in depth by combining

hands-on experimentation, data collection, and data analysis.

The gap between textbook knowledge and hands-on skills is

bridged by using theory to guide experiments, and linking quan-

titative experimental data back to theory. The use of versatile

lab equipment and simple, but powerful setups is emphasised

to inspire and empower participants to pursue independent sci-

entic experimentation.

CRADLworkshops are less scripted than normal lab classes,

leaving more room for exploration and deliberately giving the

opportunity to make mistakes to learn from. Instructors try to

avoid spoon-feeding, but typically lead students to nding an-swers themselves. Student feedback on this approach is con-

sistently positive.

Participants should have an age-adequate foundation in sci-

ence and mathematics. Some pre-existing knowledge of sci-

ence concepts covered in the workshops will help to maximise

time for hands-on.

Participants are encouraged to submit a lab report within a week

after experimentation. For a satisfactory report, CRADL will is-

sue a certicate of participation. Venue: Science Centre Singapore

No. of participants: 10 (min) 25 (max)

Suggested times: 9.30 am or 2.30 pm

Monday to Saturday

(unless otherwise noted)


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Web:http://www.science.edu.sg/CRADLE

Mail:[email protected]

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Notes on Syllabus Links

Science topics are highly interrelated, and hands-on CRADL

programme will touch on and apply multiple concepts (and pro-

vide respective learning opportunities) listed in the SEAB phys-

ics syllabus, beyond the nominal topic of the workshop. Theassignment to specic syllabus items in the following tables istherefore only indicative and can be misleading when read out

of context. It is strongly advised to refer to the descriptions ofthe individual workshops and consider the programmes from aholistic perspective.

CRADL programmes are evolving and this booklet can

only provide a snapshot. For up-to-date information on pro-

grammes or further questions, please check our web site

or contact us:


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Syllabus Links A Level Physics H1/H2

Syllabus Topic

Measurement

Oscillations

States of Matter

Thermal Physics

Wave Motion

Superposition

Electric Fields

Current of Electricity

D.C. Circuits

Electromagnetic Induction

Alternating Currents

Quantum Physics

Lasers and Semiconductors

Programme

All workshops

AC Circuits Filters and Reso-nances

Diffusion Cloud Chamber

Electronic Structure of Semi-conductors

Speed of Sound (Advanced)

Measuring the Speed of Light(Advanced)

Speed of Sound (Advanced)Diffraction as a Metrology Tool










Diffraction as a Metrology Tool

Measuring the Speed of Light(Advanced)




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Programme Descriptions

Digital Oscilloscopes

Oscilloscopes are among the most

versatile and useful measuringinstruments in a physics or en-

gineering lab. Over the last dec-

ade, traditional cathode ray oscil-

loscopes have largely given way

to digital oscilloscopes which offer

a plethora of additional functions

that widen their versatility. Oscilloscope literacy is invaluable

in conducting, developing and troubleshooting science and en-gineering experiments.

In this hands-on workshop, operation and basic functions of

contemporary digital oscilloscopes will be explored, with the

goal to build familiarity and condence in handling one of themost important laboratory instruments.

2 hrs $15


What does meteorology have to do with particle physics? In

this workshop, participants will learn how a serendipitous ob-

servation led to the development of the cloud chamber particle

detector the most wonderful and original instrument in scien-tic history, according to Lord Rutherford, the father of nuclearphysics. Using a diffusion cloud chamber which they will con-

struct themselves, participants will observe the many differentsignatures left behind by various cosmic ray particles as they

zip past the Earth.

3 hrs $20


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Speed of Sound (Beginner)

We use sound for numerous purposes such as to communicate

with people, for entertainment (music and movies) and even as

a second form of sight. In physics, sound can be a convenient

way to introduce wave phenomena since it is detected withoutfurther tools by ear. Its moderate speed of propagation and fre-

quency range also makes it very easy to carry out bench top

experiments.

In our basic workshop, participants will use electronic instru-ments (signal generator and oscilloscope) and electro-acoustic

transducers (loudspeaker and microphone) to determine how

fast sound travels in air. Participants will also get a chance to

handle real-world electronic test and measurement and explore

sound concepts and reection phenomena (echoes).

3 hrs $20


This workshop builds on the basic workshop. We can use the

same setup to explore complementary/advanced ways of meas-

uring the speed of sound using standing waves and resonance

concepts. It also demonstrates how unknowns in an experimen-

tal setup that affect measurements can be eliminated through

data analysis.

3 hrs $20


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Measuring the Speed of Light (Basic)

In the late 19th century, the discovery that the value of the speed

of light was highly reproducible in different orientations on Earth

by Michelson and Morley not only showed that light does not

require a medium to propagate, but also establishes the speedof light, c, as a fundamental property of the fabric of space and

time in the universe, i.e. c is a constant. The speed of light is

hence of great importance in many areas of science such as

optics, astronomy and special relativity. It also lies at the heart

of how measurement units such as the metre are dened.

In our basic workshop, participants will determine the speed of

light using a light source (laser diode), light detector (photodi-ode), optics (mirrors) and electronic instruments (signal gen-

erator and oscilloscope). Careful alignment of the optical beam

path is important for this experiment to be successful.

3 hrs $20

Measuring the Speed of Light (Advanced)

In our advanced workshop, participants are introduced to ex-

perimental artefacts in fast measurements, such as time delay

owing to the nite speed at which electric signals travel alongcables and signal distortion due to reection and standing wavephenomena on the electrical wiring. They should show appre-

ciation on how these artefacts can be compensated or taken

into account in order to derive the value of the speed of light, or

in other high-speed experiments.

3 hrs $20


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The study of light has been a major topic since the time of the

ancient Greeks. In early 18th century, Sir Isaac Newton pro-posed that light must be made up of particles to explain its

straight line propagation. It wasnt until early 19th century thatthe wave theory of light gained popularity when Thomas Young

demonstrated diffraction effects using two closely spaced slits.

Both Newton and Youngs work laid the foundation for analysing

crystal structures using X-ray diffraction (Laue and Bragg) as

well as the discovery of the wave-particle duality in light many

years later.

In this workshop, participants will explore how light interactswith small structures to cause diffraction effects, and make use

of the observed patterns to determine properties of light (e.g.

wavelength) or the microscopic properties of the diffracting ob-

jects. The experiments are closely related to important practical

applications such as spectral analysis, x-ray structure analysis

and optical data storage. This workshop also demonstrates how

simple, inexpensive experiments can be carried out to achieve

remarkably accurate results. For instance, participants will beable to measure the wavelength of light, which is smaller than a

micrometer, accurately using a common ruler.

3 hrs $20


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Electronic Structure of Semiconductors

Semiconductors, a group of materials that have properties in

between conductors and insulators, are the building blocks in

almost all modern electronics (radios, televisions, computers,

cellphones, etc) that we use in our everyday lives. While de-vices using semiconductors were rst built based on empiricalknowledge, understanding the behaviour of semiconductors,

through single-electron models such as the valence band/con-

duction band model, has been pivotal in the construction of

more capable, efcient and reliable devices. Today, semicon-ductor devices can be found in a variety of applications such

as automotives, communications, photovoltaic cells and even

biomedical systems.

In this workshop, participants will be introduced to the Shock-

ley diode equation and compare it against the response of two

types of diodes: Schottky (metal-semiconductor) and bipolar (p-

n). Participants will also determine the charge of an electron

and the semiconductor bandgap, i.e. energy gap between con-

duction and valence band, using data obtained from the experi-

ment.

3 hrs $20


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AC Circuits Filters and Resonances

A RLC circuit, made up of a resistor (R), an inductor (L) and a

capacitor (C), is the simplest electronic system to model the

behaviour of a harmonic oscillator when subjected to an AC

input voltage. This resonance feature allows one to tune thecircuit to pass or reject a band of frequencies, i.e. lter signals.RLC circuits were rst widely used in early wireless telegraphy(Marconi and Braun, Nobel prize 1909) in the late 19th century.

Today, they are used in virtually every electronic device.

Furthermore, RLC circuits represent the behaviour of linear sys-

tems in general for example, they accurately reect proper-

ties such as mass/inertia (L), springs/elasticity (C), and viscousfriction (R) encountered in mechanics. AC circuit concepts are

therefore completely transferable and useful in understanding

a broad range of other phenomena in science and engineering.

In this workshop, participants will investigate the frequency-de-

pendent characteristics of RLC circuits, such as high/low-pass

lters and resonances, and realise how similar behaviour can

be observed in everyday life.

3 hrs $20


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Optical Spectroscopy

Spectroscopy is a class of techniques that investigates how radi-

ation (such as, but not limited to light) is affected by interactions

with matter. Our understanding of the micro- and macrocosmos

is largely based on spectroscopic observations. Spectroscopictechniques are also everyday characterisation tools in materials

science, chemistry, physics, life sciences, astronomy, and more

and are taught early in chemistry (ame tests).

In this workshop, participants will build and take home their own

optical pocket spectroscopes. They will explore characteristics

of different types of spectra (atomic, molecular and solid-state),

link them to quantum concepts (energy levels, orbitals) typicallytaught in chemistry, and identify different types of light sources

through their spectra. Weather permitting, the famous Fraun-

hofer absorption lines in the daylight spectrum will be observed.

Please note that this workshop focuses on observation and dis-

covery. Due to time constraints, there will be less emphasis on

scientic rigor.

3 hrs $30


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Electromagnetism

Besides gravity, electromagnetism is the next most encountered

force in our everyday life. It is of immense practical importance

and underlies numerous applications such as electricity gen-

eration (motors and transformers) modern communications and

optics. In this workshop, participants will make use of a simple

magnetic compass to determine the magnetic eld strength of acurrent-carrying wire as well as the Earths magnetic eld.

Nanostructures and Electron Microscopy

In this workshop, participants will use a solution technique to

create micro- and nano-particles. An electron microscope will

be used to characterise the size and shape of these particles,

as well as observe other micro- and nanostructures found inmodern technology.

Quantum Resistance at the Nanoscale

In macroscopic physics, electrical resistance arises from inelas-

tic scattering of electrons, and the overall resistance of a wire

can be continuously adjusted through choice of material and its

geometry (length/diameter).

What happens if a wire or contact becomes so small that elec-

trons encounter little opportunity to be scattered? Does the

electrical resistance vanish? In this workshop, participants will

investigate this question by measuring the resistance of na-

nowires, whose widths may be only a few atoms wide. With

careful experimentation, the quantisation of electrical conduct-

ance can be observed.

Upcoming workshops planned for Q3/4

Please inquire on availability and pricing.


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Superconductivity

The resistive properties of certain materials change dramatical-

ly as they are cooled to sufciently low temperatures. In 1911,Heike Kamerlingh-Onnes (Nobel prize 1913) found that some

materials may enter a state where electrical resistance com-

pletely disappears. While in this superconducting state, quan-

tum mechanical effects in the material manifest themselves at

the macroscopic scale, in the form of zero electrical resistance,

as well as perfect diamagnetic properties (resulting in Meissner

levitation).

In this workshop, students will conduct electrical measurements

on superconducting materials and normal metals as they are

cooled to liquid nitrogen temperatures, and observe the differ-

ences in electrical behaviour between the two types of materi-

als.

Balmer Series and Bohrs Atomic model

Soon after the introduction of spectral analysis in the 19th cen-

tury, an empirical relation for the wavelengths of spectral lines

of hydrogen atoms was found (Rydberg formula). The physical

reason for this relation only became clear with the introductionof a naive quantum mechanical model of the hydrogen atom by

Niels Bohr (Nobel prize 1922).

In the workshop, participants will use optical spectroscopy to

measure the wavelengths of visible spectral lines from a hydro-

gen lamp (Balmer series) and determine the Rydberg constant

which links the speed of light, the elementary charge, the mass

of the electron, and Plancks constant.

Upcoming workshops planned for Q3/4

Please inquire on availability and pricing.


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Structured

ExperimentationProgrammes@NU

SHighSchool

Structured Experimentation Programmes

at NUS High School

The following programmes are offered by and conducted at

NUS High School (Clementi). Please refer to our websitefor

booking information or contact [email protected].

edu.sgby email.


In this workshop, students will

learn the theory behind the cloud

chamber and about elementaryparticles in greater detail. There

will also be a hands-on session

where students will construct their

own cloud chamber using materi-

als such as acrylic containers and

isopropyl alcohol. They will then learn to identify the particles

based on the distinctive tracks in the supersaturated mist.

Workshop Timings: 20 May & 29 May 2013, 2pm 5pm, or on request

3 hrs $20

Photoelectric Effect

The photoelectric effect as ob-

served by Hertz and Lenard, sup-

ported the theory of light being a

particle. Einstein later proposedthat this was caused by light travel-

ling in quanta, called photons. The

photoelectric effect became an

important foundation of quantum

mechanics. In this workshop, students will conduct the photo-

electric experiment, and observe the photoelectric experiment,

and observe the light intensity, frequency, current and voltage.

They will also learn to derive the value of Plancks constant us-ing data obtained from the experiment.

Workshop Timings: 2 Feb & 2 Mar 2013, 9am 12pm, or on request

3 hrs $20


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CRADLP

rototypingandFabricationFacilities

CRADL Prototyping and Fabrication

Facilities

CRADL offers a range of prototyping and fabrication

facilities for science and engineering project work. For

potential frequent users, training and safety sessions

can be conducted. Certied users can then make use of

their tools on their own during Science Centre opening

hours on weekdays.

Please contact [email protected] for more information and

usage fees.

Light machining

A variety of hand tools and light

power tools are available.

Laser cutting and engraving

CRADLs laser cutter is capable of cutting and engraving the

following materials:

Plastics (Acrylics, ABS, PP)

Wood-based materials(Cardboard, Cork, MDF,

Plywood)

Rubber (Latex, Neoprene,Silicone)

Glass, stone, ceramics and

metal (engraving)


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CRADLP

rototypingandFabricationFacilities

Printed Circuit Board fabrication

A UV exposure and development

system and PCB drill are availablefor the prototyping of small circuit

boards.

Materials characterisation

Materials characterisation using Scan-

ning Electron Microscopy / Energy-Dis-

persive X-ray Spectroscopy (SEM/EDX)

and Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM).

Rapid prototyping

Rapid prototyping using 3D printer.


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Innovation

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Innovation and Research Programmes

The Innovation and Research Programmes offered at

CRADL consist of lectures and workshops, to prepare

and equip students with the relevant skills for science

and engineering projects.

A mentorship programme is also offered, where pas-

sionate students can engage in research projects under

the supervision of Researcher Mentors at CRADL or

trained Teacher Mentors in schools.

Time : 9.30 am(session 1) or 2.30 pm(session 2)Venue : Science Centre Singapore

Lectures:

Minimum number of students is 80

Maximum number of students is 200

Workshops:

Minimum number of students is 10

Maximum number of students is 25

Listed fees do not include admission to Science Centre.Admission fees to Science Centre apply to Non-institutionalSchool Members. Please take note of the booking terms and

conditions (pages 5 7).


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Aerospace engineer and scientist Theodore von Krmn, whodirected the Guggenheim Aeronautical Laboratory at Caltech

and was involved in founding NASAs Jet Propulsion Labora-

tory, is credited with formulating a simple distinction between

science and engineering, which is science seeks to understand

what is, while engineering seeks to create what never was.

While the goal of science is fundamentally different from that of

engineering, they both depend on each other in order to for sci-

entists and engineers to come up with new useful applications.In this talk, the speaker will share his/her view on the qualities

that increase the chances of a project to result in good science

and successful engineering.

What Makes a Good Science and

Engineering Project?

1 hr (Free)

Programme Descriptions - Lectures

Scientic reports can serve to both document and communicate

research. The quality of writing can greatly affect the perceptionand reader response towards the underlying research and apoorly written article may even be rejected for publication in rep-

utable journals. Good scientic writing also follows a somewhatdifferent set of rules than literary prose. This talk will highlight

what information needs to be captured in a report, and how it

can be presented to meet the expectations of potential readers

and reviewers alike.

Writing a scientifc report 1 hr (Free)

Scientic presentations are sometimes referred to as oral pa-pers yet anyone who had to suffer watching a presenter readout her latest publication to an audience can attest that require-

ments for an oral presentation are different from a written report.

This talk will provide some pointers on how to get the essential

science across while keeping the audience alert.

Scientifc Poster and Presentation Skills 1 hr (Free)


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A careful choice of problem and some resourcefulness allow

solid research to be conducted in a school lab. Good teacher-

mentors are invaluable to guide students on this journey ofdiscovery from the planning stage to nal write-up. This talk forteachers discusses scoping and planning realistic school-based

research projects, nding resources cheap (or even free), valu-able resources schools may already have without knowing, and

where to nd advice. Minimum participation of 10 teachersrequired.

How to effectively mentor your students

(for Teachers)

1 hr (Free)

Programme Descriptions - Workshops

Learn how Arduino can be used to turn ordinary objects or dis-

carded toys into a smart gadget by incorporating an Arduino

microcontroller. In this workshop, participants get to take gadg-

ets apart and re-purpose them into an interactive object. No

programming or electronics experience required.

Arduino Hacking Toys and Gadgets 3 hrs $20

Arduino is a small but powerful micro-controller that can be used

to control lights, motors, speakers and sensors. It is easy to pro-

gram and is suited for just about anyone who like to learn how to

build their own sensors, art installations or robotics project. The

workshop will cover the basics of computer programming and

using the Arduino to sense and control things in the real world.

No programming or electronics experience required.

Introductory Arduino 3 hrs $20


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Explore how gas sensors work and construct simple circuits

to detect carbon monoxide (CO), methane and alcohol. Par-

ticipants in this workshop gets to build a gas detector for envi-

ronmental or safety purposes. Ideal for anyone who wants to

build their own personalized breathalyser. No programming or

electronics experience required.

Arduino Gas Sensing 3 hrs $20

Understand how passive infra-red (PIR), ultrasonic rangenderand Arduino microcontroller can work together to help an in-

teractive system to see and detect the surroundings. In this

workshop, participants will learn to build a device with motionand distance sensing alarm capabilities. No programming or

electronics experience required.

Arduino Motion and Distance Sensing 3 hrs $20

Learn how humidity, barometric pressure and temperature sen-

sors work. In this workshop, participants will construct a per-

sonal data logging device and store the data using a microSD

card. Participants will also learn to plot graphs from the data

collected for analysis. No programming or electronics experi-

ence required.

Arduino DIY Data Logging 3 hrs $20


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The Arduino micro-controller is a popular physical computing

platform for constructing interactive objects that sense and con-

trol lights, movement or sound. In this workshop, participants willhave the opportunity to work with ex sensors, accelerometersand/or Wii nunchuck to construct creative responsive objects.

Experience programming with Arduino would be advantageous.

Arduino Constructing Responsive

Objects

3 hrs $20

Arduino is a small but powerful micro-controller that can be

used to control lights, motors, speakers and sensors. In this

workshop, participants will explore different types of sensing de-

vices (light, temperature, sound or touch) and how they can beused to control lights and servo motors to build interactive ob-

jects. Some experience programming with Arduino is preferred.

Arduino Sensors and Actuators 3 hrs $20

Passive readers utilizing radio frequency identication (RFID)

are non-expensive and simple to use for tagging purposes. Inthis workshop, participants will construct a simple RFID auto-

mation system with the Arduino. Experience programming with

Arduino would be advantageous.

Arduino RFID Wireless Communication 3 hrs $20


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3 hrs $20

LabVIEW is a graphical programming language widely used for

data acquisition, instrument control and automation in both re-

search and industry. This introductory workshop will cover the

basics of the LabVIEW programming environment and graphi-cal programming, as well as common programming concepts

such as loops, case structures, data types and handling. No

prior programming knowledge is required.

Introduction to LabVIEW 3 hrs $20

LabVIEW is a graphical programming language widely used for

data acquisition, instrument control and automation in both re-

search and industry. This workshop will teach participants how

to setup electronics sensors such as light-dependent resistors

and temperature sensors, and to automate readings from these

sensors using the LabVIEW environment. Experience with Lab-

VIEW programming environment is required.

Using LabVIEW and Sensors for Data

Acquisition

Each year, CRADL will offer a limited number of places forits research mentorship programme. Under this programme,

students will work under the direct supervision of a CRADLResearcher Mentor, or under a school Teacher Mentor with the

assistance of a CRADL Researcher Mentor.

Applicants will need to submit a comprehensive research pro-

posal. Successful projects may be eligible for a project grant.

Details will be published on our web site as they are nalised.

Mentorship Programme


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Most CRADL programmes can also be conducted as teacherworkshops for professional development with the following

benets:

Refreshes/deepens subject knowledge

Links theory and practice

Shows how serious science can be done with simple equipment

Inspires to bring more hands-on science to classrooms.

Just like student workshops, teacher workshops can be booked

on request. However, to make it easier to meet minimum par-ticipation numbers, CRADL has pre-scheduled the followingworkshops for your convenience (subject to receiving minimum

number of registrations). Please refer to our website at

http://www.science.edu.sg/CRADLE for latest updates.

Tentative Dates

11 15 Mar

4 7 June

Teacher Workshop Topics

Speed of Sound

Speed of Light


AC Circuits


Sensing with Arduino

Speed of Sound

Speed of Light


AC Circuits

Electromagnetism

LabVIEW Module 1

Sensing with Arduino

Teacher Workshops


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Booking Terms and Conditions for Student

and Teacher Workshops

(Conrmation of Booking)1. Submission of a booking is not a guarantee of booking. You will be

notied of your booking status by email within 5 working days. If youare unsure about your booking status, please email us at [email protected].

2. Upon receiving our email reply, please acknowledge your acceptanceof the allocated slot within 7 working days to conrm the booking. Youremail acknowledgement will serve as a conrmation of your booking.No further reminder of your scheduled booking will be issued. If your

email acknowledgement is not received within 7 working days, thebooking will be deemed to be unsuccessful, and the allocated slot will

be released.

(Cancellations and Amendments)3. All cancellations and booking amendments must be made in writing

and emailed to us at [email protected]. We will acknowl-

edge cancellations and amendments by email within 2 working days.Amendments are subject to availability of resources and maintenance

of other booking conditions such as minimum number of participants.

4. Cancellations and booking amendments are allowed without extra

charge, up to 5 working days before the scheduled booking date.Working days are Monday-Friday, 10.00am 05.30pm.

5. No more amendments will be allowed within 5 days of the scheduledbooking. Cancellations during this period will be treated as a no-show

and be charged accordingly.

(No-shows and Punctuality)6. If a class does not show up for the scheduled booking, it will be treat-

ed as a no-show. There will be a penalty charge amounting to the

course fee for a paid programme, or $50 in case of a free programme,as resources will already have been mobilised for the programme.

7. If a class is late for more than 30 minutes without notication, it will betreated as a no-show and the class will be cancelled.

8. Should a class arrive late for a programme, Science Centre may, atits discretion, grant an extension of time for the completion of the

programme, or modify/omit programme segments to ensure that the

programme nishes within the allocated time slot.9. If individual participants show up late for a programme that has al-

ready begun, Science Centre reserves the right of denying admission

in order to avoid undue disruption of the programme. Such a case will

be treated as a no-show.

10. Should unforeseen circumstances result in Science Centre startingthe programme late, the entirety of the programme will be delivered.

(Changes of Terms & Conditions)11. Science Centre may revise these Terms & Conditions at any time.

Science Centres interpretation of any Terms & Conditions is binding.


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