Program Overview

Overview of the Professional Development Workshop

The Professional Development Workshop, PDC86982 - Graphics 3D and Computer Aided Design, is designed to provide teachers with the necessary skills and knowledge to teach Graphics and 3D CAD in the discipline of Industrial Technology and Design in the Middle years of schooling (7-10).

Course Details

• Duration: The Professional Development workshop is 24 hours.
• Study Mode: Mixed Mode
• Course Code: PDC86982
• Fee: $750 (Full)
• Dates:
  • Tuesday 8/4/25 Thursday 10/4/25: CQU Week 5, Term 1 Easter holidays, Rockhampton: The Cathedral College 8.00am-5.00pm, Tutor Mike Harald, Building: Industrial Design & Technology building, Graphics room.
  • Saturday 11/4/26 Monday 13/4/26 Brisbane: St Laurences College 8.00am 5.00pm, Tutor: Mark Wockner, Building: Br Spillane ITAD Centre.
  • Saturday 11/4/26 Monday 13/4/26 (if required, depending on student numbers Tuesday 14/4/26 Thursday 16/4/26)

Structure and Availability

Course Structure

The workshop is a Standard Professional Development Course.

Course Learning Outcomes

On completion of the workshop, students will gain an understanding of:

1. Knowledge of graphics courses in typical Queensland secondary schools
2. Skill development of projects made in the graphics and 3D computer-aided designs
3. Knowledge of various programs in Graphics and 3 Dimensional design technologies
4. Criteria marking standards development and profile development
5. How to plan and develop courses to teach
6. Facility maintenance and resource development
7. Workplace Health and Safety in the classroom.

Assessment

• Practical course work (during the Workshop)
• Design Assessment

Requirements

Entry Requirements

The workshop is designed for teachers working in Queensland who need to upskill in the discipline. The workshop is limited to 4 students only.

Career Opportunities

Undertaking this Professional Development Workshop enables students to meet their Continuing Professional Development obligations and industry update requirements in their profession. Upon successful completion of the Professional Development Workshop, students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours Certificate of Completion.