Program Overview

Program Overview

The Design and Manufacturing PD Workshop is a professional development course that provides an introduction to the F1 in Schools Challenge. This workshop equips participants with the skills and experience to deliver interdisciplinary Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths (STEM) projects, with a particular emphasis on Computer-Aided Design (CAD), computational fluid dynamics, and computer numerical controlled machining.

Course Structure

• Duration: The professional development workshop is 24 hours.
• Study mode: Mixed Mode
• Course code: PDC86979
• Fee: $750 (Full)

Course Learning Outcomes

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

1. The theory of manufacturing in the context of school-based learning
2. Requirements to complete typical projects made by students in years 7 to 10, with demonstrations of appropriate teaching and assessment techniques
3. Practical classroom management strategies
4. Hand skills
5. Reading plans, writing work procedures
6. Workshop planning and maintenance
7. Workplace Health and Safety in the classroom

Assessment

• Practical Course Work
• Practical Test
• Design Assessment

Requirements

• Entry requirements: Teachers working in Queensland who need to upskill in the discipline. The workshop is limited to 4 students only.
• Students will need access to:
  • Onshape Education
  • F1 in Schools Rules and regulations (2015 Technical Regulations)
  • Car Aerodynamics Basics and How-To Design Tips

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, students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours Certificate of Completion.