Volunteer

Description

Event Description

Join us for this physical activity workshop where students can test out the technology of the future! Our research team has made tiles that generate a pulse of electricity every time someone steps on them. Students will be divided into teams to play games, dance, and move on the tiles to see who can generate the most electricity in an hour. Students should come prepared and dressed for an hour of exercise! This workshop will teach the students all about the underlying mechanisms of converting force into electricity, whilst also getting involved in this current research project that would see these tiles installed around Limerick City to power electronic devices. This event is funded through the UL Citizen’s Assembly and the European Research Council.

Is training provided?: Yes

Tasks that the volunteer(s) will be expected to undertake:

Volunteer Info

We need volunteers to be in charge of one station for an hour. Groups of three 5th/6th class students will rotate through your station at 10-15 minute intervals.

• The PiezoTile and Energy Sticks will involve moderate physical activity (running and jumping), the puzzle stations will involve colouring sheets and wordsearches. The polymer station will involve an interactive demo.
• All scientific information and training will be provided before the event.
•  You can sign up for as many of the four workshops as you like. You can choose the same station at multiple workshops or try out leading different stations.

Skills required for this role:

Enthusiasm!

Details of time commitment needed for role:
10a.m.-1p.m. on Thursday 14th and/or Friday 15th of November

Minimum time commitment per week:
1 hour p/week

Additional screening required for this role:
None