Model Maker
Complete the requirements in one of the following alternatives:
Alternative A
- Choose one of the following two activities:
- Build a model involving the use of a plastic or white metal kit or pre-cast figures.
- Design and construct a model from wood, plastic or metal construction set (such as Lego or Meccano).
- Demonstrate knowledge of the different types of kits or parts available in the material you chose.
- Discuss the experience of building the model with a knowledgeable adult.
Alternative B
- Construct a model aeroplane, using a kit if desired. When flown, it must meet one of the following target flight performances:
- Hand launched glider: to fly for 25 seconds.
- Tow-launched glider: to fly for 45 seconds with 50 metres maximum line length.
- Rubber-powered aircraft: to fly for 30 seconds.
- Engine-powered aircraft: to fly for 45 seconds with 15 seconds maximum motor run.
- Control line aircraft: to show a smooth take off and landing, with three laps of level flight at about 2 metres, with a climb and dive.
- Discuss the experience of building and flying the model with a knowledgeable adult.
Alternative C
- Build an electric or engine-powered model boat or yacht not less than 45 cm in length (kits permitted) and show it to be capable of maintaining a straight course of not less than 25 metres.
- Discuss the experience of building the model with a knowledgeable adult.
Alternative D
- Choose one of the following two activities:
- Build an electric slot car racer and drive it a minimum distance of 122 metres on any track without stopping or leaving the slot more than four times.
- Build a free running car of any type (kits permitted) and demonstrate that it will run for at least 18 metres. Airscrew drive is allowed.
- Discuss the experience of building the model with a knowledgeable adult.
Alternative E
- Build a model coach or wagon and demonstrate that it runs satisfactorily behind a scale locomotive.
- Build a scaled scenic model, such as a station or farmhouse (kits allowed) for a railway layout.
- Discuss the experience of building your models with a knowledgeable adult.
