LOCAL

GLOBAL

PERSONAL

CREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING

THE DATTA VIC ANNUAL CONFERENCE

FRIDAY 18 MAY 2018

HARVESTER TECHNICAL COLLEGE

Welcome

Discovery is seeing what everybody else has seen, and thinking what nobody else has thought.

Dr. Albert Szent-Gyorgyi DATTA Vic welcomes you to our annual mid-year Conference, PERSONAL LOCAL GLOBAL Creative

Problem Solving, and to Harvester Technical College. This event for primary and secondary teachers will

focus on creativity as key to developing solutions to today’s global issues, and explore sustainable, ethical

and user-centred design. The program will also provide an exciting opportunity for delegates to experience

best practice in new technologies and fresh approaches to teaching and learning in Applied STEaM.

We’ll also be celebrating excellence in Design & Technologies education as we award prizes to our 2017

Technologies Educators of the Year.

Make sure you catch the live finals of our student competition, So You Think You Can Design - Textiles.

Finalists from different schools will compete in a range of design challenges at the conference, so delegates

can watch the participants as they work. SYTYCD highlights new techniques and possibilities within Product

Design and Technologies, as well providing both participants and spectators with entertainment and

inspiration! We’re delighted to welcome Bernina and Wool4School back on board as project sponsors once

again.

This conference will also feature a diverse trade exhibition, with suppliers demonstrating the latest resources

and equipment for schools. You’ll find a list of all the businesses represented towards the back of this

program. Make sure you enter our raffle for the chance to win a range of amazing door prizes!

And as always, this event offers fantastic opportunities to network and share ideas and issues with colleagues

from across Victoria and beyond.

Program 8.00am – 9.00am Registration, Trade Exhibition, tea & coffee 9.00am – 9.30am Welcome from Joanne Heide, DATTA Vic President

Presentation of the 2017 Technologies Educators of the Year awards 9.30am – 10.30am Session 1 workshops 10.30am – 11.00am Morning tea 11.00am – 1.00pm Session 2 & 3 workshops 1.00pm – 2.00pm Lunch, door prizes and So You Think You Can Design - Textiles awards 2.00pm – 4.00pm Session 4 & 5 workshops

Wood, Metal & Plastics

Textiles Electronics/SYS ENG ALL ⓟ Suitable for Primary

Session 1 9.30am – 10.30am

WORKSHOP 1 Literacy, Numeracy and Metal by Tamara Zerafa, Kami Gillick-Lewis and Janeden River

Rooms S5 & S6

WORKSHOP 2 Learn to Screen Print with Home-Work Studio by Lara Davies & Jess Wright

ⓟ Room E1

WORKSHOP 3 The Benefits of Lasers in Education by Trotec Lasers

ⓟ Room W2

WORKSHOP 4 Using Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) in D&T Education by Brenden Davidson

Room S1

WORKSHOP 5 Improving Students’ Design Language by Liz Grech

WORKSHOP 6 Solving Personal, Local and Global Problems in

WORKSHOP 7 Modular Robot System by Pakronics

ⓟ Room S2

WORKSHOP 8 Trans- disciplinary STEAM by Andrew Nicholls

Room W3 VCE PD&T by Rohan Bevan

Room W4

Room S3

10.30am – 11am – Morning Tea

Session 2 11am – 12noon

WORKSHOP 9 YouTube Instructional Videos for your Classroom by Aaron Powter

ⓟ Room W6

WORKSHOP 10

The NGV PET Lamp workshop by Ingrid Wood

ⓟ Room E1

WORKSHOP 11

25 LED Light Bar Controlled by a Micro- Controller by Pat McMahon

ⓟ Room T1

WORKSHOP 12

Developing Practical D&T Sessions for Primary by Ben McKenzie

ⓟ Room W2

WORKSHOP 13

Creative Digital Solutions to Real World Engineering Problems by Seven Vinton

ⓟ Room S1

WORKSHOP 14

Unpicking Initiative – STEM in Textiles by Alice Nelson

Room S3

WORKSHOP 15

Creative Lamination and Steam Bending by Rucio Sosnowski

Room T7

WORKSHOP 16

Introduction to 3D Printing & Tinkercad by Michael Essex

ⓟ Room S2

Session 3 12 noon to 1pm

WORKSHOP 17

IncorporatingNumeracy in 3D Printing & Design by Tamara Zerafa

Room W6

WORKSHOP 18 Hands on Metalcraft by Greg Cowie

ⓟ Main Hall

WORKSHOP 19 Eco-printing our Way to a More Sustainable Future by Dr Mazher Mohammed

ⓟ Room W2

1pm – 2pm – Lunch

Session 4 2pm – 3pm

WORKSHOP 20

Effective Approaches to VCE PD&T by Joanne Heide & Zowie Moselen

Room W4

WORKSHOP 21

Balloon Jousting – Rapid Prototyping Robotics in the Classroom By Tim Clark

Rooms S5

WORKSHOP 22

The Model Solar Vehicle Challenge & STEM by Wayne Young & Jay Critchley

WORKSHOP 23

Introduction to Welding by Peter Michelini

Room T3

WORKSHOP 24

Teaching Coding, Electronics & Wearable Tech by Pakronics

ⓟ

WORKSHOP 25

Leading STEM by Peter Murphy

Room W3

WORKSHOP 26

Plastic Fusing & Recycling of Plastic Bags by Rose Bengasino

Room E1

WORKSHOP 27

Hands-on Discovery of the Internet of Things by Paul Szymkowiak

Room S1

ⓟ Room S2

& S6 Rooms T1

Session 5 3pm – 4pm

& W1 WORKSHOP 28 Hands-on Introduction to CAD with SOLIDWORKS by Central Innovation

Room W6

Workshop Overview

Workshops

Workshop 1

Literacy, Numeracy & Metal – Building Subject Connections & Student Context through Integrated Learning

by Janeden River, Tamara Zerafa & Kami Gillick-Lewis Subject Area: Wood, Metal & Plastics, Suitable for: Secondary

9.30am – 10.30am (Session 1) Rooms S5 & S6

Participants will take a look under the bonnet of a live integrated project for Year 10 students. It focuses on the processes students use to plan, construct and document the construction of a metal product in a way that satisfies VCAL Literacy and Numeracy outcomes. It uses videos, digital photography, Excel, Gantt Charts and workshop tools and processes.

Tamara, Kami and Janeden currently teach at Harvester Technical College. Tamara is the numeracy leader, Kami is the Literacy leader and Janeden is the Teaching & Learning Manager. Together with their teams they have created integrated learning opportunities that challenge traditionally held student ideas about school and its relevance to the workplace.

Workshop 2

Learn to Screen Print with Lara & Jess from Home-Work Studio by Lara Davies & and Jess Wright ⓟ Subject Area: Textiles, Suitable for: Secondary, Primary

9.30am – 10.30am (Session 1) Room E1

Lara and Jess from Home-Work Studio will teach the basics of Screen Printing – from the design process to the finished print. All their techniques can be easily transferred to the classroom. Participants will design and print their own tea towel to take home.

Jess and Lara are Home-Work – two textile designers and screen printers from Melbourne. The creative duo have worked together for the past 9 years teaching screen printing and design, as well as bringing their own colourful textile designs to life.

Workshop 3

The Benefits of Lasers in Education by Michael Williamson ⓟ Subject Area: All; Suitable for: Secondary, Primary

9.30am – 10.30am (Session 1) Room W2

This session will address how to introduce laser technology into the school curriculum. Trotec’s range of laser cutting and engraving applications can provide the optimal solution for lesson plan integration. Their lasers are suitable for a range of processes and work with a number of materials, including wood, metal, plastics, leather, paper and stone.

Michael Williamson works with Trotec Laser and has been involved with this industry for over 16 years. Based in Queensland, he has installed lasers in schools, TAFE Colleges and Universities, and has a passion for engaging education.

Workshop 4

Using Virtual Reality (VR) & Augmented Reality (AR) in Design & Technologies Education by Brenden Davidson Subject Area: All; Suitable for: Secondary

9.30am – 10.30am (Session 1) Room S1

Technology-based subjects continually evolve as new technologies emerge, such as Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR). Research shows that the use of VR and AR can increase student motivation, enhance visual and spatial awareness, accelerate the design process, foster creativity and allow students to communicate their ideas in new and improved ways. This workshop will provide hands-on demonstrations of VR and AR in Design & Technologies – as an aid in the design process and a tool to display and interact with designs.

Brenden worked in the design industry for a number of years before completing a Masters of Education. He has extensive experience in the teaching of Immersive technologies and continues to explore the opportunities that emerging tech offers in the teaching of Design & Technologies.

Workshop 5 Improving Students’ Design Language by Liz Grech

Subject Area: Wood, Metal & Plastics, Textiles; Suitable for: Secondary

9.30am – 10.30am (Session 1) Room W3

A range of methods will be presented to help students express themselves in Product Design, including moving language along the register continuum from every day to formal and technical, modelling and constructing text, using Quizlet to learn design terms and some single lesson activities on the product design factors and process.

After working for 25 years at a country High School, Liz now teaches PD&T at Hume Central Secondary College, where she continues to develop new ways to present and teach Product Design. She knows that all students want to learn, and that providing them with confidence to succeed is paramount.

Workshops

Workshop 6

Solving Personal, Local & Global Problems in VCE PD&T by Rohan Bevan Subject Area: Wood, Metal & Plastics, Textiles; Suitable for: Secondary

9.30am – 10.30am (Session 1) Room W4

Design can be a powerful tool for social change. The new study design encourages students to use it to tackle problems beyond their front door step, but what does that look like in practice? This workshop will present a range of student project ideas and discuss some of the practical aspects of examining big issues in the classroom.

Rohan is a trained Industrial Designer, who worked with architects, sculptors, interior designers and engineers to create designed solutions, now VCAL Coordinator and PD&T teacher at Northcote High School, his focus is on empowering students through project-based learning. Rohan sits on the DATTA Vic committee and maintains an interest in Digital Learning, making & research.

Workshop 7

Constructible, Modular Robot System by Pakronics Education ⓟ Subject Area: Electronics, Systems Engineering, Suitable for: Secondary, Primary

9.30am – 10.30am (Session 1) Room S2

Makeblock Robotics System is an eco-system of modular constructible robots for the classroom, which doesn’t require any soldering or complex wiring. The platform is suitable for a range of learners, from beginner to expert, along with graphical and Arduino programming language to teach robotics, coding and electronics.

Pakronics Education is a one-stop shop for the educator, offering hands-on experience, curriculum mapping and various Technologies activities for the classroom. For more information visit Pakronics.com.au.

Workshop 8 Transdisciplinary STEAM by Andrew Nicholls

Subject Area: Electronics Systems Engineering, Textiles, Wood, Metal & Plastics; Suitable for: Secondary

9.30am – 10.30am (Session 1) Room S3

This session will focus on revolutionising the educational paradigm by immersing students in inquiry-based STEAM. In an open discussion about the future of education for 21st century learners, participants will explore how we can reverse the industrial mode of education, develop inquisitive youth with a stronger foundation in literacy, numeracy and rigor.

Andrew is a qualified Industrial Designer, Educator and OHS specialist. After completing his Bachelor Degree in Industrial Design in 2001, he worked in industry before returning to university to complete a PGDip in Education. Andrew is currently completing a Master of Education and Master of Occupational Health, Safety & Environmental Management.

Workshop 9

YouTube Instructional Videos for your Classroom or Workshop by Aaron Powter ⓟ Subject Area: All; Suitable for: Secondary, Primary

11am – 12 noon (Session 2) Room W6

At the end of this session, participants will have gained a deeper understanding on how to record video, capture audio, screen capture, edit and upload their own instructional videos to YouTube. Participants should bring their own smart phone or laptop.

Aaron is a trained technology teacher, author and VCAA assessor. He is employed by the DET and is the Trades and Technology manager at Harvester Technical College. A passionate user of advanced manufacturing software and processes, he also highlights his endeavours on his YouTube channel DCTteacher1.

Workshop 10

The NGV PET Lamp Workshop by Ingrid Wood ⓟ Subject Area: Textiles, Wood, Metal & Plastics; Suitable for: Secondary, Primary

11am – 1pm (Sessions 2 & 3) Room E1

The PET Lamp Project began in 2011, when industrial designer Alvaro Catalan de Ocón took part in a project focused on the reuse of PET (polyethylene terephthalate) plastic bottles as a way to address the issue of plastic waste affecting the Colombian Amazon. This workshop is inspired by the PET Lamp Project. Using PET bottles as a basic loom, participants will explore weaving techniques to transform plastic waste into something new.

Ingrid has worked extensively in art and education in Australia and the UK and as an educator at the National Gallery of Victoria since October 2009. She has curated Top Arts, the annual VCE Art and Studio Arts exhibition at the NGV from 2015-2017.

Workshops

Workshop 11

25 LED Light Bar Controlled from a Microcontroller by Pat McMahon ⓟ Subject Area: Wood, Metal & Plastics, Systems Engineering, Electronics; Suitable for: Secondary, Primary

11am – 1pm (Sessions 2 & 3) Room T1

Participants will build a 25 LED Light Bar and Microcontroller. They will receive ‘How to Build’ and “How to Code’ handouts on the model they will take home. This is an excellent project for students to learn coding and develop their own visual designs.

In the last 15 years, Pat has had over 3000 Year 7-10 students building a Picaxe Microcontroller and controlling some great, award-winning models. He has run PD workshops for over 700 teachers. Pat has been fortunate to have shown his students’ work overseas and has received 7 Excellence in Education awards at State, National and International levels. Workshop 12

Developing Practical D&T Sessions in Primary Schools by Ben McKenzie ⓟ Subject Area: Wood, Metal & Plastics; Suitable for: Primary

11am – 12 noon (Session 2) Room W2

This session will be an interactive discussion on the practicalities of delivering basic construction activities and how to run Design & Technologies classes in a primary setting. Participants will explore simple models, basic equipment, and planning, and receive advice on how to deliver hands-on projects to little people!

Ben is the Design & Technology Coordinator at Emmanuel Collee in Warrnambool. He has a background in Prosthetics and Orthotics, along with dairy farming. Ben returned to teaching design in the last couple of years. Check out his work at www.facebook.com/DesCreTec/.

Workshop 13

Creative Digital Design Solutions to Real World Engineering Problems by Seven Vintonⓟ Subject Area: Electronics Systems Engineering; Suitable for: Secondary, Primary

11am – 1pm (Sessions 2 & 3) Room S1

This session will provide a hands-on insight into how digital microcontrollers can be used to find creative solutions to real world problems, such as sorting recycling materials, logging environmental data and autonomous robots. A range of technologies and approaches will be discussed, including scaffolding solutions for Years 5-10. Pathways into Engineering and Programming will also feature, along with curriculum links and applying the stages of computational thinking. Participants will see a range of kits, resources and models, and will explore approaches to organising community/environmental links.

Co-inventor of the ARD2-INNOV8 shield for Arduino, Seven has dedicated the past 5 years to providing support for students and teachers with Technologies, and creating solutions which make coding easier. He presents annually at the DATTA Vic and DLTV conferences, co-authored the Nelson Cengage Digital Technologies text book and is currently designing work units for the new Geelong Tech School. Workshop 14

Unpicking Initiative – STEM in Textiles by Alice Nelson Subject Area: Textiles; Suitable for: Secondary

11am – 1pm (Sessions 2 & 3) Room S3

This interactive and practical workshop aims to offer pathways for student engagement through ICT and explores the production of innovative and sustainable products fit for our future world. It challenges the current nature of Textiles education. Alice will discuss her classroom pedagogy through the examination of physical, psychological and global borders – bringing to light the importance of creating makerspaces and engaging students and teachers with active learning strategies and creative problem solving. Participants will receive classroom resources, including quick and easy hands-on activities with presentations and worksheets included.

Alice Nelson has taught for over 10 years, specialising in Textiles. She has taught in both Queensland and Victoria, and as a result has a working knowledge of the Australian and Victorian Curricula. She is currently the Curriculum Coach of Technology at Lavalla Catholic College, Traralgon, and lectures in Textiles Technology at CQ University. Creativity is core to her teaching philosophies, as is the importance of catering learning experiences to the millennial generation.

Workshop 15

Creative Lamination & Steam Bending by Rucio Sosnowski Subject Area: Wood, Metal & Plastics; Suitable for: Secondary

11am – 1pm (Sessions 2 & 3) Room T7

This workshop will explore using off-cuts and scraps, CAD, laser printing, hand-cutting, CNC and steam bending to inspire, enhance and broaden your students’ designs and experiences.

Rucio became a teacher ten years ago after many years in the building industry. He has taught junior Wood & Metal Technologies, VCE PD&T, VET Building and Construction (Carpentry) and led a variety of VCAL Personal Development Skills projects. Rucio now continually looks for ways to inspire his students by using well developed techniques together with emerging materials and technologies.

Workshop 16

Introduction to 3D Printing & Tinkercad by Michael Essex ⓟ Subject Area: Wood, Metal & Plastics, Suitable for: Secondary, Primary

11am – 12 noon (Session 2) Room S2

Join Michael in this hands-on workshop exploring 3D Printing & Tinkercad, which is based on a Technology Engagement Program run by Lalor North Secondary College for Years 5 & 6 students from their local feeder primary schools.

Michael started his working life as a furniture maker in 1992. After completing an Arts Degree and Diploma of Education, he moved to Auckland and taught a range of Technology subjects from trade-based furniture units to electronics and more general Materials Technology. Since returning to Australia he has been teaching Product Design at all levels with a wood focus and junior

Systems at Lalor North Secondary College. Michael is a member of the DATTA Vic committee.

Workshop 17 Incorporating Numeracy in 3D Printing & Design by Tamara Zerafa

Subject Area: All; Suitable for: Secondary

12 noon – 1pm (Session 3) Room W6

With the current push for STEM and integrated learning, this workshop will focus on how numeracy can be taught within an integrated environment using current technology and numerical problem solving through design.

Tamara completed her undergraduate qualifications in Business and Health Science at QUT, then worked for the QLD Government in Finance and HR. She then undertook further study in Education & Mathematics at USQ. In 2016, Tamara moved to Melbourne where she now works as a Numeracy Teacher and Digital Marketing Coordinator at Harvester Technical College.

Workshop 18

Hands-on Metalcraft by Greg Cowie ⓟ Subject Area: Wood, Metal & Plastics; Suitable for: Secondary, Primary

12 noon – 1pm (Session 3) Main Hall

This hands-on session focuses on the Metalcraft range of tools, and their use in crafting metal for a variety of D&T and engineering projects. There is no need to heat the metal and some jobs can be weld-free. Participants will take home their project.

Chevington Tools have been supplying Metalcraft tools and other hard to source items for Australian schools for over 20 years.

Workshop 19

Ecoprinting our Way to a More Sustainable Future by Dr Mazher Mohammed ⓟ Subject Area: All; Suitable for: Secondary, Primary

12 noon – 1pm (Session 3) Room W2

Ecoprinting aims for a zero carbon footprint means of generating electricity to recycle waste plastics into 3D printer filaments. Mazher will demonstrate the principles behind this technology – from collection of waste materials, granulation, extrusion and the final 3D printing. Participants will discover concepts behind how this technology can be used as a grass roots strategy to mitigate our negative effects on the environment, and examine a case study where Ecoprinting was used in a humanitarian aid context to assist vulnerable communities on the Solomon Islands.

Mazher Mohammed is a Senior Research Fellow of Advanced Design at Deakin University’s School of Engineering, is a principal member of the newly-formed Deakin Digitally Driven Engineering Centre (3DEC) and the Deakin branch of the Australian Research Council-funded Bioadditive Manufacturing Training Hub. His research interests see him working closely with industry, NGOs and international academic institutions, and he currently leads several projects which encompass 3D medical technologies and sustainable engineering solutions. He has also successfully translated several of his current research projects into working commercial products, demonstrating the clinical use of 3D printing technologies for facial prosthetics, development of a world first maxilla/dental implantable device and recycling of waste plastics for use in commercial and humanitarian applications.

Workshops

Workshops

Workshop 20

Effective Approaches to VCE PD&T by Joanne Heide & Zowie Moselen Subject Area: Wood, Metal & Plastics, Textiles; Suitable for: Secondary

2pm – 4pm (Sessions 4 & 5) Room W4

This workshop will guide teachers through effective ways of teaching the stages and steps of the product design process using activities from the Cambridge Units 1-4 VCE Product Design & Technology workbook. A particular focus will be given to non-resistant materials (textiles).

Joanne has taught PD&T to years 7-10 students for the past 20 years. She has taught in both Australia and England, and has recently co-authored the Cambridge VCE Units 1-4 PD&T textbook and workbook. Joanne was part of the 2017 selection panel for Top Designs and is the president of DATTA Vic. Zowie is the Creative Coordinator for Lincraft, helping produce creative craft, knitting and sewing projects for all skill levels. Prior to this position, she taught VCE PD&T (Textiles) for 8 years in various schools. She co-authored the Cambridge VCE Units 1-4 PD&T textbook and workbook, and is a member of the DATTA Vic committee. Workshop 21

Balloon Jousting – Rapid Prototyping Robotics in the Classroom by Tim Clark Subject Area: Wood, Metal & Plastics, Systems Engineering, Electronics; Suitable for: Secondary

2pm – 4pm (Sessions 4 & 5) Rooms S5 & S6

Using a relatively simple and inexpensive robotics prototyping platform, students can gain and apply an understanding of mechanical, electronic and software systems to create their own solutions. They work with the platform to add their own 3D printed and laser cut attachments to best enable their robot to battle to the death in the Balloon Jousting arena!

Tim moved to teaching from hardware/software integration at Nortel Networks in 2001. He has taught Technologies, Science, Maths and Specialist Computing in NSW and VIC. He loves the developing potential that rapid prototyping brings to the Classroom.

Workshop 22

The Model Solar Vehicle Challenge and STEM by Jay Critchley and Wayne Young ⓟ Subject Area: Wood, Metal & Plastics, Systems Engineering, Electronics; Suitable for: Secondary, Primary

2pm – 4pm (Sessions 4 & 5) Rooms T1 & W1

In this practical workshop, participants will design and build a model solar boat. The session has practical ideas for teaching the subject, including resources, skills and curriculum material.

Jay is a teacher of Maths, Science, Art and the Model Solar Vehicle Challenge at Overnewton Anglican Community College. This popular authentic learning elective has been running for 5 years, and students have built cars and boats that have raced at State and National levels. Jay is also a member of the Victorian Model Solar Vehicle Challenge Committee. Wayne teaches Science and Technologies at Billanook College. He has taught for more than 30 years, and is a regular presenter at DATTA Vic conferences. Wayne has sat on both the State, National and International Model Solar Vehicle Competition committees for more than 2 decades.

Workshop 23

Introduction to Welding by Peter Michelini Subject Area: Wood, Metal & Plastics, Systems Engineering, Electronics; Suitable for: Secondary

2pm – 4pm (Sessions 4 & 5) Room T3

Learn to safely fuse metals together using a range of welding technologies. Learn the fundamental factors that affect welded joints and how to maintain and solve common problems with machines. Participants should wear heavy duty, full cover work pants.

Peter is a trade qualified Heavy Fabricator. He specialised as a Tested Welder and spent 6 years as a Welding Team leader in the Williamstown shipyard, where he was responsible for many critical welds on the Air Warfare Destroyer and Landing Helicopter Dock projects. I became a teacher in 2016 and is currently teaching Engineering at Harvester Technical College.

Workshop 24

Teaching Coding, Electronics and Wearable Technologies by Pakronicsⓟ Subject Area: Systems Engineering, Electronics, Textiles; Suitable for: Secondary, Primary

2pm – 4pm (Sessions 4 & 5) Room S2

Microbit is one of the fastest growing microcontrollers in the classroom. It is a scalable, powerful and cost-effective tool, offering on board sensors and wireless connectivity. It offers Microsoft block coding, Java Script and Python on one platform. The online coding tool and hardware simulator makes it interesting to develop a range of applications.

For Pakronics biography, see Workshop 7.

Workshops

Workshop 25

Leading STEM by Peter Murphy ⓟ Subject Area: All, Suitable for: Secondary

2pm – 3pm (Session 4) Room W3

This workshop offers the opportunity to join STEM leaders to discuss different STEM strategies in schools and the new Government Tech Schools.

Peter is the President of DATTA Australia, STEM Leading Teacher at Northcote High School and a member of the Tech Schools Advisory Panel. He is also a member of the DATTA Vic committee. Peter was part of the 2011 & 2016 PD&T VCE Review panels, has published teacher support materials and is the creator of the So You Think You Can Design competition. In 2016 he helped to develop Victoria’s Design & Technology Week, which is now a National program.

Workshop 26 Plastic Fusing & Recycling of Plastic Bags by Rose Bengasino

Subject Area: Textiles; Suitable for: Secondary

2pm – 4pm (Sessions 4 & 5) Room E1

Participants will review the fusing of plastic bags, as well as discuss the environmental impact of plastic bags in use today. Rose will teach the fusion of plastic bags and then create materials that can be used for textiles projects in the classroom. Participants will make a small product from the recycled plastic bags, and review other project ideas with this material. Participants should bring their own sewing machines with black and white thread. 4 plastic bags and fabric scissors are also required.

Rose’s background is in fashion, having completed the RMIT Fashion Design Qualification at RMIT in 1976. She has been teaching since 1994, and her methods are Product Design – Fashion and Food Technology. She has always had an interest in creating new products and using various materials. Workshop 27

Hands-on Discovery of the Internet of Things (IoT) – Build a Simple IoT Device by Paul Szymkowiak Subject Area: All; Suitable for: Secondary

2pm – 4pm (Sessions 4 & 5) Room S1

This workshop will enable participants to practically experience creating their own IoT device that they can interact with over the internet. It introduces a fun and engaging platform for students, with lots of potential for different project applications. No previous experience is necessary other than basic computer skills, an open mind and an interest in learning!

Paul has been making things since he was old enough to hold a toy hammer. From early dabbling with microcomputers in school, he found his way into a 30+ year career working with business and technology teams, helping them build better products and services. For the past 4 years, he has been teaching primary and secondary students how to make things using collaborative prototyping tools and techniques. Paul led the organisation of the first Australasian Maker Faire in 2012, ran the first Maker event as part of Melbourne Knowledge Week, co-ran an outer space maker research program, among other exciting projects. Workshop 28

A Hands-on Introduction to CAD using SOLIDWORKS by Central Innovation Subject Area: All; Suitable for: Secondary

3pm – 4pm (Session 5) Room W6

Explore the latest advancements in CAD/CAE with SOLIDWORKS, the world’s leading 3D parametric design platform. Learn how SOLIDWORKS can enable you to adopt a drawing-less manufacturing approach with model based definition. Participants should bring their own laptop. All attendees will get access to a 60 day free trial, and the offer of a half Day Hands-On Test Drive.

Since 1990, Central Innovation have offered the very best design technology to the architectural, engineering, construction and manufacturing industries. And as a specialist education provider, they run a wide range of courses in 3D design technology, engineering drafting and project management.

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registration

About Harvester Technical College

Harvester Technical College offers an innovative approach to vocational and technical education in senior secondary schools. Their program is more focused, more effective, and more relevant to the world in which young Australians will shape their futures.

This innovative pathway to a trade career has been made possible by key partnerships across the industry, government and education sectors. They work closely with Australian Industry and the leading tertiary institutes of vocational and technical education.

Their partners are proud to be involved in such an exciting initiative, and have provided expertise and direction. The students can only benefit from their commitment to providing better learning and career opportunities. All recognise the opportunity provided by the Harvester Technical College to establish specialised vocational education as an important and desirable option for senior secondary students.

DATTA Vic wish to thank Daniel Monigatti, Aaron Powter, Hanh H. Huynh, Jason Aquilina and all the staff at Harvester for their help in planning and running this conference.

Venue Details The conference is being held at Harvester technical College, 76 Suffolk Road, Sunshine North, VIC 3020 See www.harvestercollege.vic.edu.au.

Public Transport Travel from Flinders Street Station platforms 4 or 5 on the Sunshine or Watergardens line to Sunshine Station. From Bus Bay 5, take the 408 bus towards St. Albans, and alight at Sussex Street/Northumberland Road.

Parking Parking on-site is reserved for trade exhibitors and presenters. There is plenty of free parking in the streets surrounding the college.

Contact For all conference program enquiries, contact Laura on 03 9349 5809 or pl@datta.vic.edu.au. For all invoicing enquiries, contact Hannah on 03 9349 1538 or admin@datta.vic.edu.au.

Pricing DATTA Vic Member: $250 DATTA Vic Non-member: $350* Associate Member: $200 Associate Non-member: $300* Student: $99

*includes DATTA Vic membership for 2018

Trade Exhibitors All trade exhibitors are located in the main hall, along with the catering, allowing delegates to pursue a range of resources, materials and equipment at their leisure throughout the day. Thanks also to all of the exhibitors who have offered door prizes for our delegates. Don’t miss the raffle at lunchtime!

Conference Catering Our conference is catered by Farleys Home Services. Thanks for the lovely food! Please tell us about any special dietary requirements on the booking form.

Sponsorship DATTA Vic would like to acknowledge the following sponsors of our conference and thank them for their support:

Bernina Australia

Wool4School

Tools for Schools

Pakronics Education

Prytec Solutions

Picokit

Presenters A huge thank you goes to all of our conference presenters, for giving up their time and for sharing their skills and knowledge. We are so grateful for your contribution.

Privacy All DATTA Vic events are photographed. Also, email contacts are passed on to traders, in order to offer our members the latest discounts. If you wish to opt out, please let us know in your registration.

Cancellations DATTA Vic will refund the full fee less an administration cost if you cancel 7 or more working days before a conference and 50% of the fee if you cancel 1 to 6 days prior to the event. If you register but do not attend without cancelling prior to an event you will be charged the full fee unless a medical certificate is provided.

Disclaimer DATTA Vic will not accept liability for damage or loss of any nature sustained by participants, suppliers, agents, contractors, consultants or their accompanying persons, to their personal property as a result of the DATTA Vic conference, Trade Exhibition or any related events. The program is correct at the time of printing and subject to change without notice. Notice of cancelled sessions will be circulated to registered delegates as soon as practical.

Conference Information

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Conference Supporters

3D Printing Systems 03 9099 0225

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Alfex CNC Australia 1300 201 510

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Bernina Australia 1800 237 646

bernina@bernina.com.au bernina.com/en-AU/

Cambridge University Press 03 8671 1400

educationsales@cambridge.edu.au cambridge.edu.au/education

Central Innovation 1300 423 372

info@centralinnovation.com centralinnovation.com

Chevington Tools 03 5435 3902

chev.tools@bigpond.com chevingtonmetaltools.com

Imaginables 0415 119 481

kaewoei@imaginables.com.au imaginables.com.au

Konica Minolta Australia 0437 521 563

amy.curtis@konicaminolta.com.au konicaminolta.cao/an_en/

LAPtek 0419 515 534

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