The event, organised by BSM and the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya – BarcelonaTech (UPC), attracted more than 1,500 students in their fourth year of compulsory secondary education (ESO) and baccalaureate
For the first time at these events, the students were able to experiment with some basic principles of physics with a Municipal Tow Service truck
This morning, Parc del Fòrum hosted a new edition of the STEAM event organised by BSM and the Escola d’Enginyeria de Barcelona Est (EEBE) at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya – BarcelonaTech (UPC). This time, more than 1,500 students in their fourth year of compulsory secondary education (ESO) and baccalaureate from 36 schools in Barcelona and other parts of Catalonia were able to enjoy a morning of science where they were able to learn about young people’s opportunities in STEAM disciplines.
For the first time at this event, the students were able to experiment with basic principles of physics with a Municipal Tow Service truck, while also learning how this service contributes to guaranteeing smooth traffic in the city. Specifically, the students simulated double-parking and saw all the consequences – a traffic jam, safety compromised, pollution, etc. – until the tow truck arrived. The tow truck was also used to give a practical demonstration, with a live show, of the basic principles of physics that enable vehicles to be lifted and taken away. Specifically, when lifting a motorcycle, the students learned more about Newton's third law and how the pneumatic circuits that allow tow trucks to lift very heavy weights work.
In addition to these new activities, throughout the entire morning the Parc del Fòrum also offered other activities, workshops and shows related to subjects such as science, technology, engineering, the arts and maths. The participants in this STEAM event also learned Newton’s laws through the new dance function, found out how to use Ohm’s law in a real circuit, discovered the scope and operation of air-propelled rockets and experienced the effects of alcohol consumption on perception of the environment, among other activities.
Dynamic activities in iconic city venues
The STEAM events, promoted by BSM and the UPC for seven academic years now, offer positive, high-quality educational experiences which encourage technical vocations among students, especially girls.
To continue sharing these disciplines with the younger generations, a total of six STEAM events have been scheduled throughout school year 2024-2025, all of them at iconic city venues such as Zoo de Barcelona, Park Güell, Anella Olímpica and Tibidabo. A total of 7,750 primary and secondary school students are forecast to participate in the initiative, 10% more than last year. The next session will be on 14 March at Parc d’Atraccions Tibidabo.
