Speed by Design

Maximum Number of Students

50

Duration

1 Day 9:30 – 2:30

Curriculum Areas

7 – 10 Design & Technologies
7 – 10 Digital Technologies
VCE Systems Engineering

Description

Can your team design the fastest car on the track?

In this high-energy engineering challenge, students step into the world of motorsport to design, test, and race a Formula-style car. Working in teams, they modify key aerodynamic components using 3D modelling software, then test their designs in a virtual wind tunnel to analyse airflow, drag, and downforce. Students apply an iterative design process, refining their car based on performance data before taking on specialised roles within a race team, such as driver and race engineer. The program culminates in a simulated time trial race, where strategy, teamwork, and engineering decisions determine the fastest car.

This immersive experience combines physics, digital technologies, and teamwork to explore how real-world engineers design for performance, efficiency, and competitive advantage.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand how aerodynamics affects speed.
  • Use digital tools to design and test models.
  • Analyse data to improve performance.
  • Explore engineering in real-world contexts.

Career Paths

  • Automotive Engineer
  • Aerodynamics Engineer
  • 3D Modeller
  • Race Engineer
  • Performance Analyst
  • Professional / Esports Driver
  • Transport Systems Engineer

Tertiary Options

  • Certificate IV in Engineering
  • Certificate IV in Design
  • Diploma of Engineering Technology
  • Diploma of Automotive Technology
  • Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical / Automotive / Mechatronics)
  • Bachelor of Industrial Design
  • Bachelor of Computer Science

Before your visit

Yarra Ranges Tech School has pre-work and post-work developed specifically for each program. We suggest reviewing and implementing these resources to enhance your curriculum and support alignment with the Victorian 2.0 curriculum.

Share your resources

Yarra Ranges Tech School recognises the hard work our partner school teachers put into developing resources. If you have materials that link to our programs, we’d love to share them with your peers. Please contact us at YRTSProgrambookings@boxhill.edu.au to submit your resources.