Math Blog

Recent math lessons, we did just the classic doings and some aren't, 

Mathletics, Financial Literacy

 GAMMA Mathematics, Alpha Mathematics, BETA Mathematics Book's 

Creative Writing - 1st person narrative

We have been studying Antarctica. We listened to a story about Nanook, a huskey who 

was sent to Antarctica on expaition in 1901. We then wrote the next chapter of the 

story from Nanook's 'Point of View'

The journey of the vastness begins

As morning comes. I have now gained energy 

as we sleep well last night, The sky was full of stars

everyone was asleep however i notice something in the stars,

while i was singing. The amazing stars I found formed letter N,

i thought about it whether it was saying my name or whether the universe was 

telling me about North Antarctica but well find out, 

As i gained energy this morning 

We were told to go to Antarctica as we my friend's go so.

Science

In science, we have been learning about how to

calculate speed - Speed is a measure of how far an object can travel in a certain amount of time. We used the formula V(speed)= d (distance) / t (time). 

Aerodynamics - As air moves down over the rear wing of the car, it produces a downforce. This downforce helps the car maintain grip when cornering at high speeds.

Mass & Weight - The mass of an object is the amount of matter or "stuff" it contains. The more matter an object contains the Greater its mass. 

Friction - Friction is a force that occurs when two materials rub together. Friction always acts to oppose (prevent or stop) the movement of an object. Drag is another name for the friction that occurs when an object moves through a fluid, such as water.

Calculating forces - The amount of force acting on an object can be calculated using its mass and its acceleration. A scientist shows the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration using the formula:

(F net = ma)

Balanced and Unbalanced Forces - Balanced forces are forces that act on an object but cancel each other out because they are the same size and are acting in opposite directions. 

Forces, and Motion - In physics, a force is any interaction that, when unopposed, will change the motion of an object. 

Yesterday in class we used our learning to investigate Speeding Past School 

- As group we present our idea to the teacher. By investigating cars at the side of the road. Measuring Cars Speed passing school. (To convert speed measured in m s-1 o km hr-1 multiply by 3-6) 

Calculating 10 Cars and figuring it's speed by: V(speed)= d (distance) / t (time).  (Distance Devided by time)  

- Coordination improve to try and accurate, measure and time the cars. 

?Fries Business

- Introduce your product and brand?

We are selling Fries at the coming Business day Called (?Fries) Logo:

- Describe and explain what you are selling?

We Are selling Fries 

Music and the Civil Rights

1. How did music affect the Civil Rights movement?

Music and singing gave people a voice during the Civil Rights movement.

2. Why was music such a powerful force?

The songs during that time were referred to as freedom songs

3. Find  some examples (Youtube) of music from the '60s w

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Man4Xw8Xypo

Careers Inquiry

Careers Inquiry

In Social Studies we have been learning about different Careers. We were then to research a career that is of interest to me. I chose to research -Aircraft Maintainance Engineer-. I found this interesting Because It's More like helping people Because you can Carry out Repairs and Maintainance to Aircraft to ensure their safety to play. 

 Your Job, Your Future

When completing your Career Plan Booklet you are allowed to investigate a career that interests you.

You will research your chosen career and present your information as a Google Doc Report

FQ 1: What does my chosen Job entail? 

You should provide the following information about your job, a good source of information is the http://www.careers.govt.nz/ website

Provide a one-paragraph written overview/summary of your job.

Aircraft Maintenance, To ensure that the Aircraft is in top working condition order and to repair any Problems before it leaves the ground.

What are the working conditions like?

Usually, work shifts and may have to be on call during evenings and weekends work in hangers or workshops, and on airfields 

What skills and knowledge are required for this career?

approve repair techniques and procedures, How aircraft fly (aerodynamics) and how different materials react during flight, approved repair techniques and procedures  

What are the personal qualities that you require to do this job?

Skilled at solving Problems, patient and accurate, able to work well under pressure and make good decisions   

What are the key tasks that you will do in this job?

Read Diagrams, Repair or Replace faulty or old parts or systems, Keep records of repairs, Test parts, and system 

How much will you earn? Salary? And what are the work hours like?

Nonqualified and apprentice maintenance engineers usually earn between $37,000 and $45,000 a year. 

Those with three to four years’ experience usually earn between $45,000 and $60,000.

Senior aircraft maintenance engineers usually earn between $60,000 and $80,000.

Senior aircraft maintenance engineers in supervisor or manager roles usually earn between $70,000 and $130,000.

Usually, work shifts and may have to be on call during evenings and weekends work in hangers or workshops, and on airfields

What training and education are required for this career? How long does the training take and cost?

Different ways to qualify as an aircraft maintenance engineer

To begin an aircraft maintenance engineering traineeship you need to complete an initial qualification such as a:

New Zealand Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering (Pre-Employment Skills) (Level 3), available from Air New Zealand's Aviation Institute

Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering Fundamentals (Level 3) through Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology or the Royal NZ Air Force.

You then need to complete an apprenticeship and gain either of the following:

A New Zealand Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering (Level 4).

A Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering (Level 5).

What prerequisites are there to get into the training course?

Training as a civilian aircraft maintenance engineer

Air New Zealand Aviation Institute website - information about engineering qualifications

Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology website - information about aviation programs

Service IQ website - information about aeronautical engineering qualifications

Training as an Air Force aircraft maintenance engineer

Defense Careers website - information on training as an aircraft technician

Defense Careers website - information on training as an electronics (avionics) technician

Defense Careers website - find out more about training as an aeronautical structures technician

 

What subjects will you need to study in school to prepare you for this career?

NCEA Level 2 in English, maths, and science is usually needed to enter tertiary training. Processing technologies, and construction and mechanical technologies may also be useful.

For Year 11 to 13 learners, trades academies and the STAR and Gateway programs are good ways to gain relevant experience and skills.

These programs may help you gain an apprenticeship, but do not reduce the amount of time it takes to complete it.

Add any interesting information about your chosen career that you may find

Nothing Much, Just Fixing Stuff and Making yourself Cleaver.

Add in an image/photo/picture that relates to your job

FQ 2: What are the advantages and disadvantages of your job

Identify the positive, negative and interesting aspects of worked/went your chosen job by completing a PMI Chart 

Positive

Minus

Interesting

You’re not stuck behind a desk

You get to work with your hands and use your brain 

You get People to keep safe 

You can make Real good money 

Good Income 

Working as a group 

You get to work with some great people 

FQ 3: What does someone in this job have to say about it?

Find someone who does this job and conduct an interview and include their responses.  You can also add your questions which are more specific to your career inquiry. (if you have trouble finding someone, come and this discussion with your teacher).

Ask them these interview questions – over the phone, email, or in-person – and record the questions and answers in your notes.

What is your occupation?

Responsibility to Carry out repairs and maintenance to aircraft to ensure their safety to play 

What is your current job title?

Aircraft Engineering 

 How long have you been working in your present job?

I don’t know 

How many jobs have you had in your life? What were they like?

1 Job at the moment, You only do it ones a week and it’ll only take 30 to 1hour 

Have any of the following factors affected your work life, and if so, how?

Changing technology?

Layoffs or cutbacks?

Changes in the economy?

Working from a home-based office?

Traveling or moving?

Having a family?

Other Factors?

Can you think of any other ways the world of work has changed since you first started working?

no 

Have you ever had to retrain? If so, in what field? Why?

No, it’s not just getting a University degree is the only way to get a hit after leaving school However it’s not the only option. You could do trades and services particularly aircraft engineering 

Have you ever had to relocate to find work? Why?

You can do other ways, Like doing a Trade.

When it comes to finding and keeping a job, do you think education is more or less important than it used to be?

Maybe some Jobs can have other ways to get.

What advice would you give to help young people prepare to enter the workforce? 

Get a Part TIme Job.

See if you can draw up a work line for them, starting at when they left school.

It should show the length of training, length, and names of jobs, something like this:

Left School at 

Trained for 

Years

First job as 

For               Years

Second job

Now

Reflecting

Once you have completed your interview, think about your responses, and write a quick summary discussing the following points:

Has technology impacted on their job? If so, how?

Maybe, I don’t really know, However Technology is Helpful for Heaps of Jobs Using Technology.

Was there anything discussed that surprised you?

The Job Itself.

How do you think their working experience will differ from your own?

Yes.

FQ 4: Evaluating your Job – the what and why you are interested in this career

You need to answer these questions and you are expected to write a paragraph for each.

Why do you think this job is important, what values does it promote?

Responsibility to Carry out repairs and maintenance to aircraft to ensure their safety to play 

Why have you chosen this career to investigate?

Aircraft Engineering is Good at income and Does need some fixing skills 

What qualities and skills do you already have that suit this career?

Fixing 

What qualities and skills do you need to develop for this career?

Read Diagrams, Repair or Replace faulty or old parts or systems, Keep records of repairs, Test parts, and system 

The job market is competitive, what can you do now or soon to out-compete others for this job.

Finish your Degree/Career 

FQ 5: What were your sources of Information – bibliography

Include a bibliography which lists the details in full of the different sources of information used.  If you are unsure how to set out your bibliography, check the Library webpage.

FQ 6: Reflecting on the Research Process

What worked/went well for you during the research?

Yes

What have you found challenging during the research?

Searching and Thinking 

How did you try to overcome these challenges?

Keep Trying

If you were to do this again what would you do differently and why?

Searching for an experienced worker, Because some of the information are from heaps of non Aircraft Engineers. 

Career Investigation Success Criteria

All requirements have been met to a high standard, including a comprehensive bibliography.  A wide range of information has been provided and the presentation has a real impact.

Level 5A

All requirements have been met to a good standard.  A bibliography has been included.  Information provided is relevant and the presentation is neat and tidy

Level 5P

Most of the work has been completed to a reasonable standard and most of the requirements have been covered.  A bibliography has been included.  

Level 5B

The minimum requirement for Level Five is not meet  The work is not presented clearly, lacking organization or style and information is at a very basic level.

Level 4A

Hamilton Blog Post

1. What is Hamilton about?

- The show is about the rise and fall of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton. It focuses on his immigrant roots, his quest to earn status on the battlefield, and later, helping to form the United States government.

2. What is the style of the show? (music, set, costumes)

- The show draws heavily from hip hop, as well as R&B, pop, soul, and traditional-style show tunes; and it shows nonwhite actors as the Founding Father and other historical figures 

3. Name a character that you liked. (who and why)

- Alexander Hamilton, Because He made his reputation during the Revolutionary War and became one of America's most influential Founding Fathers.

4. What did you think? 

- The Show, Show's the History of Slavery. 

Circuit

A Parallel + Series Circuit with 2 batteries 2 Bulbs and a switch 

- If I put switch here, The switch Purpose is Just the same if it's Open The Flow of the Energy won't pass through, If it's Close the Energy can go around the wires.

What is Voltage? How does it differ in series vs parallel 

- Voltage is equal to energy per unit charge                

                                               In Series Circuit, - the sum of the 

Voltage Consumed by each individual

 resistance is equal to the source voltage.

     In Series Circuit                        

- In Parallel Circuit, the voltage across each                                                     ⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇

of the components is the same, and the current                                            ⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇

total is the sum of the currents flowing through                                       ⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇      

 each component  In Parallel Circuit                                              ⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇                

                                 ⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇

What is Current? How does it vary in series and parallel?

- An electrical current is said to exist when there is a net flow of electrically charged particle