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Through the use of sensor technology, students are introduced to the ever-growing agriculture industry.

All activities adopt a learning-by-doing approach through which students acquire knowledge by constructing fully functional solutions. These provide students with an understanding of advanced technology and how it works, as well as traditional landcare practices and bush food propagation.

Students build a moisture monitoring system using Raspberry Pi controllers and sensors. They explore how the concept of regular data collection, monitoring and automation can improve efficiency in the agricultural sector.

Learning
Program Overview

Duration
1 Day
Year Level
7-10, VCE, VCE VM
Location
Bendigo Tech School
Curriculum Focus
  • Science
  • Technologies
  • Mathematics
  • Personal and Social Capability
  • Critical and Creative Thinking (Indigenous perspectives)
  • Ethical Capability• VCE (Agricultural and Horticultural Studies, Environmental Science)
Technology Utilised
  • Raspberry Pis, sensor technology
Student Outcomes
  • Build smart-systems to collect data from the real world via sensors.
  • Develop an understanding of how smart devices and automation can positively impact agriculture in the local area.
  • Understand environmental variables that impact plant growth.
Industry Links
  • Food and Fibre
  • Sustainability
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