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EDUCATION WITH AN EDGE
PRIMARY PROGRAMS
BioLAB provides primary programs for students in years 5 and 6
as well as professional learning opportunities for all primary
teachers.
About our programs.
BioLAB programs use the theme of Sport and There are two modes of delivery for BioLAB
Human Performance to engage students in programs. Onsite visits to our state of the art
their learning. Our programs offer students an facility and outreach visits to your school. We
opportunity to discover Science, Technology, offer full and half day programs which can
Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) using encompass one or more of the programs you
career pathways as narratives. To support see in this booklet.
classroom learning, all BioLAB programs are
linked to The Victorian Curriculum F-10.
About our professional learning.
During our programs, each student makes
observations and collects data using the latest Our Professional Learning programs are
digital or laboratory technologies. Our hands aimed at increasing confidence and capacity
on approach allows students to learn through of primary teachers to deliver key areas of
experience and helps to strengthen their the Victorian Curriculum F-10 and STEM
knowledge and understanding of scientific education.
concepts.
Throughout 2020 we will focus on:
BioLAB programs are intentionally cross
curricular and are designed to cater for more - STEM pedagogy and practice
than just Science and Mathematics. Every - Digital technologies
BioLAB program challenges student’s critical - Creative and critical thinking skills
and creative thinking skills. Our programs also
integrate learning areas such as Health and More information about professional
Physical Education, Design and Digital learning opportunities can be found on page
Technologies. 18 and our website.
Our programs incorporate differentiated For further information please contact our
learning tasks so that all students can achieve administration: admin@biolab.vic.edu.au.
success. The experienced Education Officers
can modify programs to emphasise relevant
classroom content to meet individual class or
student needs.
To book any of the programs you see in this booklet, please download a Bookings Request Form
from our website: http://www.biolab.vic.edu.au/biolab-programs/
Please note we have an equity focus in our acceptance of requests and also process booking
requests in order of the date we receive them. We book out very quickly, so please ensure you
can be flexible with dates.
For dates, availabilities and general enquiries please contact us by either phone or email.
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WHAT MAKES ME TICK Onsite
Get your lab coat and safety goggles on, this program introduces
students to basic lab skills and cutting edge research equipment.
We take students on an adventure into the human body looking at
a number of important components such as cells, DNA, the skeletal,
muscular and nervous systems.
Students work in small groups with mentors to perform chemistry
experiments, problem solve and utilise scientific technology such as
microscopes, micropipettes, 3D models and iPads.
KEY THEMES: Body systems, organs, cells, biology, chemistry,
working scientifically, science inquiry skills, science as a human
endeavour, data collection and analysis and units of measurement.
SUITABLE FOR: Years 5-6
PROGRAM DURATION: 2 hrs
MAX CLASS SIZE: 28
Onsite SKIN DEEP
Skin Deep introduces students to the body’s largest organ and the
role it plays in regulating body temperature. Students gain a deeper
understanding of the structure and function of skin by using optical
and digital microscopes. They also investigate the effect that
exercise has on body temperature using our physiological sensors
and data loggers.
During the program students use their science inquiry skills of
observation, questioning, predicting and inferring, and form their
own conclusions about the role of skin in temperature regulation.
KEY THEMES: Body systems, body regulation (homeostasis),
working scientifically, science inquiry skills, organs, cells, data
collection and analysis.
SUITABLE FOR: Years 5-6
PROGRAM DURATION: 2 hrs
MAX CLASS SIZE: 28
Page 2 Primary Programs
Onsite &
BEAT THAT Outreach
Your body is an amazing biological machine. It is capable of things
that still remain a mystery to us.
Beat That will take students on a wonderful journey through the
fascinating world of the human cardiovascular system, focusing on
the heart and circulatory system. Beat That introduces applications
of medical technologies and exercise science equipment. Students
will learn about the cardiovascular system, collect and analyse their
own heart rate data using graphs, and mathematical analysis
techniques.
Through the use of data logging technology, students will participate
in an experimental investigation which will allow them to analyse
and interpret primary data.
KEY THEMES: Body systems, cardiovascular system, heart rate,
graphing, data collection and analysis.
SUITABLE FOR: Years 5-6
PROGRAM DURATION: 2 hrs
MAX CLASS SIZE: 28
Onsite COME CLEAN
The human body is capable of many things and athletes are
constantly pushing the limits, looking for the edge. Come Clean looks
at the concept of sporting performance and how athlete’s look to
improve.
Students are introduced to a number of chemical and biological
science concepts and use techniques and technology to investigate
mystery athletes.
Students and teachers work in small groups with mentors and
independently report their results to our scientific delegation.
This program is also a great introduction to science inquiry skills and
science as a human endeavour.
KEY THEMES: Biological sciences, chemical sciences, questioning
and predicting, analysing and evaluating scientific method, units of
measurement and scientific literacy.
SUITABLE FOR: Years 5-6
PROGRAM DURATION: 2 hrs
MAX CLASS SIZE: 28
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Welcome to the inner sanctum of the Geelong Cats and the
cutting edge science and mathematics of AFL football. The
Geelong Cats employ a team of scientists and mathematicians
to help ensure that their athletes are able to analyse and refine
their performance and technique to gain the winning edge.
BioCATS is run from the Deakin Cats Community Centre at
GMHBA Stadium as a full day program. Students and teachers
participate in dynamic scientific experiments, using problem
solving, statistical analysis and observation skills to learn about
the science and mathematics of football and career pathways
in sport. The program also reinforces the concepts of health
and wellness and the benefits that come from sports
participation.
KEY THEMES: GPS technologies, graphing, data analysis,
problem solving, health, nutrition, speed, distance, reaction
time, units of measurement and materials technology.
SUITABLE FOR: Years 5-6
PROGRAM DURATION: Full Day (MONDAY ONLY)
MAX CLASS SIZE: 56 (2 classes of max. 28 students)
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SECONDARY PROGRAMS
BioLAB provides secondary programs for students in years 7 - 12
as well as professional learning opportunities for secondary
teachers.
About our programs.
BioLAB programs use the theme of Sport and There are two modes of delivery for BioLAB
Human Performance to engage students in programs. Onsite visits to our state of the art
their learning. Our programs offer students an facility and outreach visits to your school. We
opportunity to discover Science, Technology, offer full and half day programs which can
Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) using encompass one or more of the programs you
career pathways as narratives. To support see in this booklet.
classroom learning all BioLAB programs are
linked to The Victorian Curriculum F-10 or About our professional learning.
VCAA guidelines.
Our Professional Learning programs are
During our programs, each student makes aimed at increasing confidence and capacity
observations and collects data using the latest of secondary teachers to deliver key areas of
digital or laboratory technologies. Our hands the Victorian Curriculum F-10 and VCE study
on approach allows students to learn through designs.
experience and helps to strengthen their
knowledge and understanding of scientific Throughout 2020 we will focus on:
concepts.
- STEM pedagogy and practice
BioLAB programs are intentionally cross - Digital technologies
curricular and are designed to cater for more - Creative and critical thinking skills
than just Science and Mathematics. Every - VCE Biology, Chemistry and Physical
BioLAB program challenges student’s critical Education
and creative thinking skills. Our programs also
integrate learning areas such as Health and More information about professional
Physical Education, Design and Digital learning opportunities can be found on page
Technologies, Outdoor Education and VCAL. 18 and our website.
Our programs incorporate differentiated tasks For further information please contact our
allowing access to all students. The administration: admin@biolab.vic.edu.au.
experienced Education Officers can modify
programs to emphasise relevant classroom
content to meet individual class needs.
To book any of the programs you see in this booklet, please download a Bookings Request Form
from our website: http://www.biolab.vic.edu.au/biolab-programs/
Please note we have an equity focus in our acceptance of requests and also process booking
requests in order of the date we receive them. We book out very quickly, so please ensure you
can be flexible with dates.
For dates, availabilities and general enquiries please contact us by either phone or email.
Onsite &
EYE IN THE SKY (7-9) Outreach
During Eye in the Sky (7-9) students collect primary GPS and heart
rate data whilst solving mini challenges. Students create a scatter
plot using their data and analyse their results concluding if a
relationship (correlation) is present between two variables.
Students further their understanding by predicting theoretical
results, using their trend line to solve linear equations. They will
form an evidence based conclusion regarding GPS and heart rate
relationships and practical applications for the data.
KEY THEMES: Investigate, interpret and analyse graphs,
Cartesian plane, primary data collection, relationships between two
numerical variables, linear relationships, sports technology,
scientific communication, games and data analysis.
SUITABLE FOR: Years 7-9
PROGRAM DURATION: 2 hrs
MAX CLASS SIZE: 28
Onsite THE HUMAN MACHINE (7-10)
The human body is not just what we see from the outside. The
chemicals, cells, organs & systems within our body are constantly
working together, allowing the human body to function.
When beginning exercise, the body needs to adapt on a number
of physiological levels to accommodate the oxygen requirements
of activity. The cardiovascular and respiratory systems need to
respond to the increased demand of oxygen and energy
requirements.
This program utilises leading edge technologies such as
ergometers, physiological sensors and iPads in our Deakin Human
Performance Laboratory to explore the acute responses to exercise
and the science of human performance.
KEY THEMES: Acute physiological responses to exercise, body
systems and organs, sport science and wearable technologies.
SUITABLE FOR: Years 7-10; VCAL
PROGRAM DURATION: 2 hrs
MAX CLASS SIZE: 28
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Onsite &
CODED FOR SUCCESS Outreach
Are we coded for success? This program investigates the link
between genetics and sporting success.
Students will use cutting edge technologies to screen athletes and
maximise individual sporting success by matching genetic profiles
to sports performance. The link between gene products and
specialised cells will be examined as students explore the
functionality of various cell types and the impact of these on
sporting success.
Students will use gel electrophoresis to unlock the secrets of
mystery athletes and gain a better understanding of the role our
DNA plays in sporting success and injury.
KEY THEMES: Gene function, genomic applications, alleles,
biotechnology, genotype, phenotype and cellular biology.
SUITABLE FOR: Years 9-10; VCE Biology Unit 1-2
PROGRAM DURATION: 2 hrs
MAX CLASS SIZE: 28
Onsite THE HUMAN MACHINE (VCE)
The Human Machine (VCE) allows students to learn experientially,
immersing themselves in a range of physiological tests to look into
the body’s acute response to exercise. The program looks at three
distinct areas of physiological measurement; cardiovascular,
muscular and respiratory. Students gather their primary data,
analyse results and engage with key terms and concepts for each
acute response.
This program utilises leading edge technologies such as
ergometers, physiological sensors and iPads in our Deakin Human
Performance Laboratory to explore the acute responses to exercise
and the science of human performance.
KEY THEMES: Acute physiological responses to exercise, body
systems and organs, sport science and wearable technologies.
SUITABLE FOR: VCE Physical Education
PROGRAM DURATION: 2 hrs
MAX CLASS SIZE: 28
Page 9 Secondary ProgramsMATERIALS TECHNOLOGY Onsite
Athletes are always searching for the edge in their performance.
We are seeing a large number of engineers, mathematicians and
scientists now working exclusively in developing equipment and
clothing that can assist athletes in going faster, higher, and
stronger.
This program looks at local surf icon Ripcurl and their search for
the perfect wetsuit. Students get the chance to perform a number
of industry tests, which give them an insight into human
physiology, thermal insulation, textile and fibre testing and
development of innovative sport equipment, from concept to the
consumer.
The partnership with Ripcurl asks students to take on a role within
the research and design team, to investigate whether a new
prototype fabric is suitable for future manufacturing of wetsuits.
KEY THEMES: Materials technology, engineering, data collection,
data analysis, design and research development.
SUITABLE FOR: Years 7-8; Design & Technology
PROGRAM DURATION: 2 hrs
MAX CLASS SIZE: 28
Onsite THE INNER SANCTUM
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Come Clean converts our Molecular Biology Lab into a dynamic
Athlete Testing Facility taking students through the process of
screening athletes for performance enhancing substances.
It will introduce students to basic molecular biology, protein
structure and the use of research grade equipment
(Spectrophotometry) and chemistry processes. The program also
introduces a number of performance enhancing substances and
their effects on the human body.
Students take on the role of Analytical Chemists, using
experimentation, analysis and communication skills to detect
substances within samples.
KEY THEMES: Biotechnology, chemistry, physiology, role of
proteins, and graphing data.
SUITABLE FOR: Years 9-10
PROGRAM DURATION: 2 hrs
MAX CLASS SIZE: 28
Onsite SKIN DEEP
Skin Deep introduces the body’s largest organ and the role it plays
in the homeostatic regulation of body temperature. Students gain
a deeper understanding of the structure and function of skin,
including variations in thickness, skin mass and body temperature.
Students use thermal imaging technology, physiological sensors
and data loggers to investigate the effect that exercise has on body
temperature. Science inquiry skills utilised include; observation,
questioning, predicting and inferring, to create an experiment
which helps demonstrate how advances in technology can benefit
athletes in controlling body temperature. They discover how these
materials can improve human performance by directing blood flow
to where it is needed the most.
KEY THEMES: Body systems, homeostasis, working scientifically,
science inquiry skills, science as a human endeavour, data
collection and analysis.
SUITABLE FOR: Years 7-8
PROGRAM DURATION: 2 hrs
MAX CLASS SIZE: 28
Page 11 Secondary ProgramsBEAT THAT Onsite &
Outreach
Beat That takes students on a journey into medical and exercise
technologies used to measure the human cardiovascular system.
During the program students will investigate the accuracy of different
equipment and form their own conclusions using primary and class
data.
Students will learn about the cardiovascular system by collecting their
own heart rate data with real-time data sets and using mathematical
analysis techniques.
Concepts of focus include using the fair test principle and analysing
data using percentage calculations in order to form valid conclusion
from the results.
KEY THEMES: Body systems, medical and exercise technologies,
cardiovascular system, percentage calculation, data analysis and
identifying elements of a fair test.
SUITABLE FOR: Years 7-8; VCAL Numeracy
PROGRAM DURATION: 2 hrs
MAX CLASS SIZE: 28
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This program utilises the latest in performance diagnostics
equipment to compare an indirect fitness assessment (multi-stage
beep test) to a direct fitness assessment VO2 max. This experience
utilises latest in research grade technology, the Cortex Metamax
3B to perform a VO2 Max test for a nominated student. This allows
for the precise measurement and live data recording of the following
markers; O2 consumption, carbon dioxide production, ventilation,
heart rate, breath rate and fuel utilisation (fats and carbohydrates).
All students collect their own blood pressure, vital capacity, heart
rate and core temperature for analysis.
KEY THEMES: Energy systems, VO2 Max, gas exchange,
respiratory rate, heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen deficit and
debt & EPOC, fuel utilisation and primary data collection.
SUITABLE FOR: VCE Physical Education
OUTREACH REQUIREMENTS: Indoor Gymnasium
PROGRAM DURATION: 2 hrs
MAX CLASS SIZE: 28
Onsite SPORTS CHEMISTRY
Macro and micro nutrients are paramount to the success of
athletes. Sports Chemistry will highlight the depth of science that
goes into numerous sports nutrition products that are on the
market today.
After an exploration of several analytical chemistry techniques,
students will verify nutrient content and then apply this
information to make recommendation to athletes.
Students will use their problem solving skills, micro pipetting and
spectroscopy techniques to prepare standards, determine a
standard curve and apply their results to reveal nutrient content
of samples.
KEY THEMES: Spectrophotometry, standard curves, sports
nutrition and biomolecules.
SUITABLE FOR: VCE Chemistry Unit 1-2
PROGRAM DURATION: 2 hrs
MAX CLASS SIZE: 24
Page 13 Secondary ProgramsSPRINTERS GENE Onsite
This program looks at how to screen for the ACTN3 Gene (or
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Onsite &
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The Fast and the Curious explores how forces affect sporting
performance. Newton’s Three Laws of Motion guide students
throughout the program, giving context to each of the experiments
conducted.
This physics based program utilises force platforms, dynamometers
and radar speed guns to measure forces that act on students during
a range of activities.
Students use their mathematical skills and a range of experiments
to generate their own data for analysis back in the classroom. Result
analysis will include; trends, range, mean and correlations.
KEY THEMES: Newton’s Three Laws of Motion, forces, energy and
mathematical analysis.
SUITABLE FOR: Years 7-8
OUTREACH REQUIREMENTS: Indoor Gymnasium
PROGRAM DURATION: 2 hrs
MAX CLASS SIZE: 28
Page 14 Secondary ProgramsTHE WINNING EDGE @ Deakin
This program is designed to give students a hands on introduction
to university and research level anatomy, physiology and
biomechanics. It’s a great introduction to exercise, health and
medical science career pathways.
The Winning Edge is run from the state of the art School of Exercise
and Nutrition Sciences at Deakin University’s Waurn Ponds Campus.
Students will experience cutting edge technologies allowing them to
measure force, gait analysis, predictive VO 2 max and power. They
use anatomical terms and models to further investigate the human
body.
KEY THEMES: Anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, exercise
prescription, assessment of performance, career pathways.
DATES: The program only runs during specific weeks in 2020.
SUITABLE FOR: Year 10; VCE Physical Education
PROGRAM DURATION: 3.5 hours
MAX CLASS SIZE: 28
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Eye in the Sky will expose students to cutting edge GPS athlete
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measuring distance, speed and heart rate.
Students will analyse and generate their very own primary data
sets in areas such as: work to rest ratios, movement and locomotor
patterns, and skill frequencies.
The BioLAB team will then follow up the program by providing
individual student reports and video footage for further analysis.
This is a wonderful way to look at performance and game analysis
in sport and has many applications across Physical Education,
Mathematics and Science.
KEY THEMES: Games and data analysis, movement patterns, work
to rest ratios, sports technology, graphing and scientific
communication.
SUITABLE FOR: Year 10; VCE Physical Education
PROGRAM DURATION: 2 hrs
MAX CLASS SIZE: 28
WEARABLE TECHNOLOGY Outreach
Wearable Technology has made monitoring our health and
wellbeing a part of daily life. But what does all this data mean?
We have class sets of wearable technology devices that allow us
to complete a number of mathematical, scientific and health
investigations with students.
A BioLAB team will visit your school to get your students active
while wearing Fitbit devices to generate comparable data sets. The
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resources to help you analyse the heart rate and distance data.
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The Science of Performance looks at the world of elite athletes and
the way in which they prepare for and recover from an event.
This program provides students with real life science application
experience from the elite sport settings.
Students gain a first-hand insight on athlete training, hydration,
nutrition, recovery and rehabilitation. This program is built around the
career of Madi Browne (netball) and her personal experience using
science as an elite athlete.
The program covers the following areas: nutritional requirements,
hydration analysis, glucose testing, electrolyte balance, recovery and
rehabilitation methods.
KEY THEMES: Nutrition, hydration and recovery.
SUITABLE FOR: Year 10; VCE Physical Education
PROGRAM DURATION: 2 hrs
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Helping to build teacher capacity and confidence in Science and
Mathematics.
At BioLAB we extend beyond our programs to offer teachers and students the
opportunity for further learning. We provide a range of professional learning
workshops, pre and post program teaching and learning resources, as well
as STEM resource kits.
Teacher Professional Learning • STEM Teacher Networks
Each year we host regional STEM network
BioLAB Events and Seminars meetings for primary and secondary
Teachers who book into our programs will educators. Each meeting includes
have exclusive access to the events professional sharing, professional
calendar which includes relevant industry development opportunities and mentoring.
nights, conferences and information
e ve n in gs . Held throughout the year, these
sessions cover a number of key themes.
Teacher Resources
WebEx Seminars and Learning Spaces • BioLAB STEM Boxes
BioLAB has capitalised on the introduction of Our STEM boxes come packed with all the
WebEx into the education sector. We host materials and instructions you will need to
WebEx learning spaces with teachers engage students in STEM. These boxes are
looking to collaborate with resource designed to develop student’s critical
development and knowledge. thinking and scientific inquiry skills, as
wells as extending the student experience
• Professional Learning Workshops beyond a BioLAB program.
BioLAB hosts a number of in house
workshops which focus on increasing Teaching and Learning Resources
confidence and networks amongst VCE Every BioLAB program provides teachers with
teachers in the region. These sessions cover pre and post program teaching and learning
various “hard to teach” topics across the materials to assist students to build further
VCE PE and Biology study designs. understanding in STEM applications. They are
linked to the Victorian Curriculum F – 10 or VCE
outcomes.
PLEASE SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR DATES AND REGISTRATION DETAILS.
“It might only take a spark of inspiration to
ignite a lifetime learning”
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Rotherham Street, Belmont VIC 3216
T. 03 4245 4100 F. 03 4245 4121 E. admin@biolab.vic.edu.au
BIOLAB: The Victorian BioScience Education Centre is
proudly supported by lead partners Deakin University and
is hosted by Belmont High School, in Geelong Victoria
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