Transport Networks and Global Connections
Pupils study the engineering behind modern airports, seaports, and motorways. They consider how these networks keep Ireland connected to the global economy.
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Pupils study the engineering behind modern airports, seaports, and motorways. They consider how these networks keep Ireland connected to the global economy.
Key Questions
- How are modern motorways constructed?
- What engineering is required for a major airport?
- How do seaports handle international trade?
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