(Rock Island, IL) A unique feature of the Lights ON program at the high school is the 'Racing Tech' automotive program. In this program, students are able to take advantage of the state of the art facilities UTHS offers in the fields of Auto Mechanics and Auto Body to gain experience beyond what is provided in those credit bearing courses. Math, Science and technical reading skills are all enhanced through this one-of-a kind program taught by instructors Scott Kave and Jamie King.
The media are invited to watch the students work on the Lights ON dragster this Tuesday, May 8th at 3:30 pm at the high school (address here). On hand for interviews with be the students, teachers and administrators.
According to instructor, Jamie King, a mathematical connection is at the heart of the program. "The students are learning the science of combustion engines and the performance of their project car. While students are very comfortable making modifications to this vehicle, they are learning how to maximize results with each alteration. They are in a constant search of correlations between equipment, installation techniques and power boosts. The Dyno (complex system measuring engine power) and the drag strip will be the assessment tools for their hard work".
WHO: UT Auto Car Club
WHAT: Building a Lights ON drag car
WHEN: Media preview Tuesdy, May 8, 2012 3:30 pm
WHERE: United Township High School Rock Island (check in at office)
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The media are invited to watch the students work on the Lights ON dragster this Tuesday, May 8th at 3:30 pm at the high school (address here). On hand for interviews with be the students, teachers and administrators.
According to instructor, Jamie King, a mathematical connection is at the heart of the program. "The students are learning the science of combustion engines and the performance of their project car. While students are very comfortable making modifications to this vehicle, they are learning how to maximize results with each alteration. They are in a constant search of correlations between equipment, installation techniques and power boosts. The Dyno (complex system measuring engine power) and the drag strip will be the assessment tools for their hard work".
WHO: UT Auto Car Club
WHAT: Building a Lights ON drag car
WHEN: Media preview Tuesdy, May 8, 2012 3:30 pm
WHERE: United Township High School Rock Island (check in at office)
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