Reported by:
Chloe Soh Ke Er Sr1ScH
Photography by:
Kuen Cheng Photography Club
On the 10th of August 2024, Kuen Cheng High School Physics Department organised a deepwater oil rig model designing competition for science stream students of Senior Middle One. After a short briefing, students gathered at the lobby of the new hostel to start with their model designs.
Students working together to make their model come to life
Students teamed up with 1-2 teammates, prepared a proposal beforehand, including a rough drawing and model. The model must be able to withstand at least 5kg of weight before adding up to 8kg. The marks will be given based on the weight their model is able to withstand.
While making sure their models were sturdy enough, students also used their powerful imagination to decorate their models. There were cartoon based models, heart-shaped models, models with the national flag, and even a model designed as a whole basketball court.
It was time for the fun part, the presentation and the competition. Each class had to choose a model to represent their class. This time, the model not only has to bear 7.5kg of weight, but also has to withstand waves created by the teachers. If one of the model’s weights falls off, the opposing team wins. During the finals, with the cheering of their respective classes, Sr1ScB tied up with Sr1ScE, which leaves Madam Chua Lee Lee, our Principal with a hard decision to make, deciding which team gets the 1st prize. Madam Chua ended up giving both teams the win, making it a happy ending for this event.
The final battle between Sr1ScB and Sr1ScE
Representatives of Sr1ScB receiving their prize
Representatives of Sr1ScE receiving their prize