Dam Forces

Dam Forces
Publication Date: December, 2007
Type of Resource: Lesson Plan

This online resource explores the science involved in dams.

The resource examines the forces involved and includes background information, student worksheets and step-by-step instructions to help students build model dams.

New Australian Curriculum 9 Codes: AC9S4U03 (Year 4)

Australian Curriculum:
  • Year 4 > Science Understanding > Physical Sciences > Forces can be exerted by one object on another through direct contact or from a... > ACSSU076
  • Year 6 > Science Understanding > Earth and Space Sciences > Sudden geological changes and extreme weather events can affect Earth’s surface > ACSSU096
  • Year 6 > Science as a Human Endeavour > Nature and development of science > Science involves testing predictions by gathering data and using evidence to... > ACSHE098
  • Year 6 > Science as a Human Endeavour > Use and influence of science > Scientific knowledge is used to solve problems and inform personal and... > ACSHE100