SA Water Brainwave Program 2012

Years 8-10Wastewater InquiryWastewater is part of our everyday lives. Whenwe flush the toilet, have a shower or pull out thesink plug we are contributing to more than 250megalitres of wastewater that arrives at oneof Adelaide’s treatment plants every day.Wastewater is 99.9% water, with a small amount ofdissolved or suspended solid matter. At our treatmentplants, wastewater undergoes a multi-stage treatmentprocess to clean it before discharge or reuse.In this program students investigate the science ofwastewater treatment and discover new and innovativewastewater recycling schemes that make maximumproductive use of this wastewater includingopportunities for the use of biosolids.The workshop is an engaging hands-on experienceenabling students to answer questions about the scienceof wastewater. With the help of the engaging tour guidesfrom That Science Gang, the tour of Bolivar wastewatertreatment plant reinforces the process and concepts inan unforgettable way.Workshops and tours have been scheduled to allowclass groups to decide on a full day of activities or toselect their preference of workshop or tour only.Teacher resources provided.Venue & DatesWorkshopsSA Water Learning CentreLevel 1, 250 Victoria Square, AdelaideTerm 2, Weeks 8 & 9Wednesday 13 June – Tuesday 19 JuneWorkshop times10am – 11.30am12.30pm - 2pmToursBolivar Wastewater Treatment PlantHodgson Rd, BolivarTerm 2, Weeks 8 & 9Wednesday 13 June – Tuesday 19 JuneTour times10am - 11am1pm - 2pmDurationWorkshop and tour: 4 hours(total including travel time between venues)Workshop only: 1.5 hoursTour only: 1 hourCostFree. School groups will need to organisetheir own travel for the day. SA Waterwill offer travel reimbursements todisadvantaged schools.BookingsSA Water: phone (08) 7424 1440Australian Curriculum»»Science understanding:biological and chemical sciences»»Science inquiry skills»»Science as a human endeavour18