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Sound Engineer

13 January, 2018/0 Comments/in creative, organised, self-motivated Primary, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6 DT, Maths (Primary), Science (Primary) DT, Maths - Measurement, Sound DT, Maths, Measurement, Primary, Science, Sound/by Jonathan

A sound engineer works specifically with the mechanical and technical aspects of recording, mixing, reproducing and manipulating the electronic effects of sound. They control microphones, sound levels and outputs along with their experience of acoustics to produce the best quality of sound suitable for purpose. Sound engineers don’t always work in music. There are specialist areas of sound engineering to become involved in, such as studio engineering, live sound engineering, game and audio design or audio post engineering which involves mixing and editing sound for television and movies.

Attributes: creative, self-motivated, organised

Nanotechnologist

13 January, 2018/0 Comments/in creative, curious, resilient Primary, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6 Maths (Primary), Science (Primary) Maths - Measurement, States of matter Maths, Measurement, Primary, Science, States of Matter/by Jonathan

Nanotechnology is chemistry, biology, physics, materials science, engineering and technology conducted at the nanoscale, which is about 1 to 100 nanometers. Nanotechnologists find ways to deliberately make materials at nanoscale to take advantage of their enhanced properties such as higher strength and weight, increased control of light spectrum, and greater chemical reactivity than their larger-scale counterparts. They also look at how matter and particles can be changed or manipulated and altered at nanoscale and the affect that these alterations have on the overall molecule or piece of matter.

Attributes: curious, creative, resilient

Chemist

13 January, 2018/0 Comments/in creative, observant, organised Primary, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6 Biology, Chemistry, Science (Primary) States of matter Animals Including Humans, Earth and Space, Living Things and Their Habitats, Number, Primary, Science, States of Matter, Statistics/by Jonathan

Chemists study chemicals and matter on atomic and molecular level. They investigate and measure reaction rates and other properties of substances in order to understand more about those substances. They experiment with simple forms of matter to understand how elements join together to form different substances. Chemists typically specialise in one of the sub disciplines of chemistry such as biochemistry, neurochemistry, nuclear chemistry or forensic chemistry- see the variety of examples below.

Attributes: creative, observant, organised

Useful links:

The Primary Science Teaching Trust has a downloadable slideshow (PDF) about chemist Dr Magdalena Wajrak and a downloadable slideshow about chemist Eliza Hunt.
There is a downloadable slideshow (PDF) about Rabi Chaantyal-Pun who is as atmospheric chemist and a downloadable slideshow (PDF) about Dr Anwar Khan who is an atmospheric scientist.
There a downloadable slideshow (PDF) about Dr Kirsty Anderson who is a medicinal chemist.
There is a downloadable slideshow (PDF) about Candy Jiang who is an analytical chemist.
There a downloadable slideshow (PDF) about theoretical chemist Susanna Bourne-Worster.
There a downloadable slideshow (PDF) about protein biochemist Dr Gulin Guler-Gane.
There a downloadable slideshow (PDF) about photchemist James Mortimer.
There a downloadable slideshow (PDF) about environmental chemist Pauline de Bigault de Cazanove
There is also this video of Candy Jiang, an analytical chemist in her place of work talking about what she does.
It’s part of their resource A Scientist Just Like Me.

Magnet Engineer

13 January, 2018/0 Comments/in committed, creative, observant Primary, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6 Maths (Primary), Science (Primary) Forces and magnets, Maths - Measurement Forces and Magnets, Maths, Measurement, Primary, Science/by Jonathan

Magnetic engineers design magnets or machines and devices that use magnets. These may be used in computer data storage, compasses, doorbells and alarm systems, microphones and speakers, motors, electrical generators and electrical transformers. They are also used in medical equipment such as MRI scanners. After a magnet has been designed, magnet engineers define manufacturing processes and testing strategies then analysing test results and present them in the form of operating instructions and manuals.

Attributes: creative, committed, observant

Electrical Engineer

13 January, 2018/0 Comments/in collaborative, creative, organised Primary, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6 Maths (Primary), Science (Primary) Light, Maths - Algebra Algebra, Light, Maths, Primary, Science/by Jonathan

Electrical engineers focus on power generation and transmission processes to create and implement electrical systems. Electrical engineers develop devices that transmit signals such as GPS and radar and biomedical devices that allow physicians to accurately assess a patient’s condition without an invasive procedure or fingerprint identification systems. They are at the forefront in developing new ways to use solar, wind, water, and other natural sources for power generation. Electrical engineers are investigating the feasibility of using superconductors to run all ship systems and create systems to ensure that satellites remain functional while orbiting the Earth.

Attributes: organised, creative, collaborative

Taxidermist

13 January, 2018/0 Comments/in creative, observant, resilient Primary, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6 Maths (Primary), Science (Primary) Living things and their habitats, Maths - Geometry - Position and Direction Geometry, Living Things and Their Habitats, Maths, Position and direction, Primary, Science/by Jonathan

A taxidermist stuffs and mounts deceased animals to be displayed. They use a scalpel and precision scissors to remove an animal’s hide, feathers, or scales. Taxidermist them use salt and chemicals such as ammonium alum, potassium alum and aluminium sulphate to preserve and soften the hide, which is left to dry in a kiln or open air. They then use clay or foam to create a cast from the mould, and attach the hide to the artificial figure. The taxidermist then inserts artificial eyes, teeth, and claws and secures the animal to a plaque or mount.

Attributes: resilient, creative, observant

Environmental Restoration Planner

13 January, 2018/0 Comments/in creative, imaginative, passionate Primary, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6 Geography, Science (Primary) Geography, Living things and their habitats Geography, Living Things and Their Habitats, Primary, Science/by Jonathan

An environmental restoration planner conducts laboratory and field tests to monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution, including those affecting health. Their work includes inspecting establishments, including public places and businesses to ensure that there are no environmental, health, or safety hazards and setting up and maintaining equipment used to monitor pollution levels. They will collect samples of air, soil and water for laboratory analysis and perform scientific tests to identify and measure the levels of pollutants in these samples.

Attributes: passionate, creative, imaginative

Engineering Geologist

13 January, 2018/0 Comments/in collaborative, creative, resilient Primary, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6 Geography, Maths (Primary), Science (Primary) Geography, Maths - Number, Seasonal changes Addition and subtraction, Fractions, Geography, Maths, Multiplication and division, Number, Number and place value, Primary, Science, Seasonal Changes/by Jonathan

Engineering Geologists assess whether ground rock is stable enough and whether it is a safe type of rock on which to build. They also look at human developments that might affect the stability of the ground such as mine shafts or waste disposal sites in terms of gas leaks as well as ground stability. Engineering geologists also look at water sources, soil stability and other natural processes that could impact on a new development. They use and analyse site information such as radar images, aerial photographs, reports and geological maps prior to site investigations.

Attributes: collaborative, resilient, creative

Design Engineer

13 January, 2018/0 Comments/in collaborative, creative, open-minded Primary, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6 DT, Maths (Primary), Science (Primary) DT, Everyday materials, Maths - Geometry - Properties of Shapes DT, Everyday Materials, Geometry, Maths, Primary, Properties of shapes, Science/by Jonathan

Design engineers create the initial blueprints and schematics for various structures, systems, machines, or equipment. Design engineers research using mathematical modelling to work through new developments and innovations. They turn research ideas into technical plans for prototypes using computer-aided design and computer-assisted engineering. They collect and analyse data from prototype testing, modifying designs ahead of manufacture or installation. Designer engineers are employed in many different industries including research and development companies, construction firms and product manufacturing plants.

Attributes: collaborative, open-minded, creative

Useful links:

The Primary Science Teaching Trust has a downloadable slideshow (PDF) about Kath Waring who is a chartered civil engineer. It’s part of their resource A Scientist Just Like Me.

Geologist

13 January, 2018/0 Comments/in creative, curious, observant Primary, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6 Geography, Maths (Primary), Science (Primary) Everyday materials, Geography, Maths - Geometry - Position and Direction, Maths - Geometry - Properties of Shapes, Rocks Everyday Materials, Geography, Geometry, Maths, Position and direction, Primary, Properties of shapes, Rocks, Science/by Jonathan

Geologists work to understand the history of our planet so they can understand Earth’s history and can predict how events and processes of the past might influence the future. Geologists seek to understand the processes of landslides, earthquakes, floods, and volcanic eruptions well enough to avoid building important structures where they might be damaged. They prepare maps of areas that have flooded in the past in order to prepare maps of areas that might be flooded in the future. Geologists locate rocks that contain important metals, plan the mines that produce them and the methods used to remove the metals from the rocks. They also locate and produce oil, natural gas, and groundwater. Geologists study past climates of Earth and how they have changed across time. This provides an understanding of how our current climate is changing and what the results might be. They also study the age of rocks, attempting to piece together a chronology of events for the formation of our land masses and changes over time.

Attributes: observant, curious, creative

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