Material Science and Sustainability · Engineering & Design

Designing Sustainable Solutions

Using knowledge of material properties to create products that minimize waste.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can we design packaging that does not harm the environment?
  2. 2What are the benefits of using biodegradable materials?
  3. 3How can we repurpose everyday waste into useful tools?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9S3H02AC9S3I06
Year: Year 3
Subject: Science
Unit: Material Science and Sustainability
Period: Engineering & Design

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