Ballarat Tech School 2023 Learning Programs Overview

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About Us

Ballarat Tech School is designed to engage, inspire and prepare students for lifelong learning in a changing, highly STEM focused world. Through partnerships and collaboration our programs equip students with transferable skills for STEM pathways, and build capability and confidence in teachers, linking both to emerging and future industry partners.

Our programs are free to attend onsite (including transportation) for partner schools and many of them can be accessed by other schools through hybrid models, virtual delivery or completed online through our learning portal.

Our state of the art facilities are also available for hire to community groups and industry.

To make an inquiry or to book a program, contact us via phone, email or use the book now button on our website.

We look forward to providing more amazing experiences for our community in 2023.

- Damon Minotti, Associate Director

USING THIS PROGRAM GUIDE Our 2023 program guide has been structured to reflect the types of programs we offer and their increasing complexity by year level, and also to showcase other specialist STEM learning opportunities that are available to both students and teachers outside normal program delivery.

Our goal is to help schools embed experiences at the Tech School into their everyday learning so students can associate program experiences with future learning and work opportunities. We can do this by tailoring our programs to individual school or class needs, modifying programs to be delivered in hybrid onsite/at school models, breaking them down into smaller repeat visits or providing pre and post classroom materials to get the most out of each program.

Please contact us to discuss any variations in program structure that might help you deliver the best experience possible to your students. We encourage teachers to consider their choice of program(s) and learning opportunities, not only in the context of their own classroom curriculum, but also what may be possible for their students in the future with well developed STEM related skills.

Each program lists relevant Curriculum, Capabilities and Industry Iinks along with key Tech Knowledge and “21st Century Skills” (which are taken from the World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report 2020 and its accompanying O*NET Skills analysis) and “Jobs of the Future” (taken from 100jobsofthfuture.com a project by Ford Australia, Deakin University & Griffith University).

We have included these to provoke some thought and discussion about how Tech School programs might help to prepare students for work that is emerging and not necessarily addressed by current day curriculum.

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS

CORE PROGRAMS

Our programs are colour coded to make navigation easier.

These are integrated, cross curricular programs that relate to multiple subject areas of the Victorian Curriculum, address one or more of the key Capabilities and/or provide specific upskilling that can be applied in other programs.

Beside some programs listed on the next page you will see symbols that denote where the delivery model is more flexible.

We encourage you to discuss with us any program where you feel an alternative delivery option or time frame will suit best to assist embedding the learning into your classroom.

Students are challenged to apply STEM design thinking and technology skills to develop solutions to real life scenarios, and teachers are supported to facilitate pre and post learning activities.

VCE MASTERCLASSES

ONLINE PROGRAMS

Carefully designed to give VCE students subject specific hands-on skills using industry standard or above equipment and technology.

These are integrated multi modular programs that students can access individually from home, teachers can deliver to their students in class or they can be facilitated by Tech School STEM Educators through a series of online interactions.

VCE Masterclasses can be customised to partner schools and School Assessed Curriculum (SAC) as required.

They are limited to 2-3 hours in duration to minimise impact on student timetables and can be arranged for a double period.

SPECIALIST STEM OPPORTUNITIES

PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

The Tech School facilitates an array of STEM focused and industry supported competitions, challenges and events, specifically designed for a wide range of student interests and abilities.

Available for teachers across a variety of content, pedagogy and technology areas, professional learning sessions will be regularly available each term and promoted through our eNews. Sessions can also be undertaken within onsite core program delivery and teachers are encouraged to reach out to codesign programs to address their specific skill or knowledge needs.

Some of these combine students from multiple schools to form interschool collaborative groups, encouraging networking and broadening the experience of all involved.

Students have access to local, cutting-edge industry experts and mentors to inspire them.

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The learning content of online programs is a mixture of informative text, short videos, website links, coding instruction and hands-on activities. There is capability within the online learning platform for teachers to monitor individual student access to the materials and to see achievement levels

PROGRAM OFFERINGS 2023 PAGE

PROGRAM

DURATION

YEAR LEVEL

6-7

STEM in Action

Full Day

7

8

8-9

The Art of Science - Applied Scientific Method

Half Day

7

8

9

10 - 11

Prototyping Skills with Cardboard

Half Day

8

9

12 - 13

Automation - Robotic Solutions

Full Day

8

9

10

14 - 15

NAO - Humanoid Robots

2 Days^

8

9

10

16 - 17

Disaster Relief Housing

Full Day

9

10

18 - 19

Virtual Reality in Twin Motion

Half or Full Day

9

10

20 - 21

Vex IQ & Drones

Full Day

9

10

22 - 23

Designing for Laser Cutting

Full Day

9

10

VCE

24 - 25

Game Maker in Unreal Engine

Full Day*

9

10

VCE

26 - 27

Soil Science

Full Day*

9

10

VCE

28 - 29

Digital Design - 3D Modelling in Blender

Full Day*

9

10

VCE

30 - 31

Bushfood Chocolate

Full Day*

9

10

VCE

32 - 33

Game of Drones - Build, Code, Fly

Full Day*

10

VCE

34 - 35

The Bypass Builder - Road Construction, VR & Big Data

Full Day

10

VCE

36 - 37

VCE Psychology - Unit 1 Virtual Brain

Half Day

10

VCE

38 - 39

VCE Psychology - Unit 4 Augmented Consciousness

Half Day

40 - 41

VCE Biology Unit 2/3/4 - Molecular Genetics Of Disease

Half Day

42 - 43

VCE Biology Unit 3/4 - Photosynthesis, Respiration

Half Day

VCE

44 - 45

VCE Biology Unit 3/4 - Transformation & Gene Expression

Half or Full Day

VCE

46 - 47

Online Programs

1 - 16 Hours

7

8

9

10

48 - 49

Peter Doherty Science Award Competition

10+ Hours

7

8

9

10

50 - 51

Girls in STEM

2 Days per Term

8

9

52

Mars Wrigley STEM Industry Design Challenge

2 Day

53

Specialist STEM Opportunities - Challenges & Events

Variable

54 - 55

Teacher Professional Learning

Variable

TEACHERS

56-57

EarthEd - Specialist Science Centre

Variable

PRIMARY

VCE 10

7

8

9

10

9

10

VCE

VCE

VCE

NOTE: Most Tech School programs can be tailored to Applied Learning requirements including VCE Vocational Major – please call to discuss. ^ Can be modified to 1 day and/or adapted for Languages Other Than English (LOTE) classes. * Suitable for modified delivery in shorter multi-session visits or through a hybrid delivery model.

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CORE PROGRAM

STEM in Action

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STEM in Action Year 7, 8 25 – 75 Students (1 – 3 Classes) 1 Day Onsite 9:30am – 2:30pm Online N/A

Ideal for year 7s or classes visiting BTS for the first time, students rotate through three integrated hands-on STEM based workshops.

They are introduced to different technologies and STEM skills, while encouraged to think about how these are contributing to the world they live in and the future we are all moving toward.

There are a number of workshops that can make up the three rotations depending on other program bookings, staff and equipment availability.

All are designed to inspire students to develop STEM skills and a desire to return to other Tech School programs.

9:30am 10:00am 11:00am 11:30am 12:30pm 1:00pm 2:00pm 2:30pm

Arrival & Introduction to STEM Session 1: First activity rotation Break Session 2: Second activity rotation Lunch Session 3: Third activity rotation STEM collective learnings Depart

Example rotations include Future Foods, Virtual Reality, Robotics, Escape Boxes.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • • • •

Science Design & Technologies Humanities Mathematics

CAPABILITIES • Critical & Creative Thinking • Personal & Social • Ethical

TECH KNOWLEDGE • • • •

Augmented & Virtual Reality Programming & Coding Sustainable Farming Artificial Intelligence

INDUSTRY FOCUS • • • •

SUCCESS CRITERIA • Students understand how STEM knowledge and skills can connect technology and industry.

• Use of communication, collaboration, creativity and critical thinking skills to achieve team outcomes.

• Recongnise the increasing importance of the ability to utilise, program and/or apply technology.

VCDSTC046, VCSSU090, VCMNA254, VCSSU093

Food & Fibre Advanced Manufacturing Information Technology Digital Innovation & Connectivity

21ST CENTURY SKILLS • • • •

Operation & Control Programming Critical Thinking Active Learning

JOBS OF THE FUTURE PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• Bushfood Chocolate • Virtual Reality in Twin Motion • Automation – Robotic Solutions • NAO – Humanoid Robots

• Horticulture • Engineering • Information Technology • Science

• Digital or Gamification Designer • Innovation Manager • Cricket Farmer • Assistance Robot Programmer

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CORE PROGRAM

The Art of Science

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The Art of Science Years 7, 8, 9 25 Students 2 Hours Onsite 9:30 – 11:45am or 12:15 – 2:30pm Online N/A

Students are introduced to the scientific method by applying it in a hands-on trial and error experiment and then identifying and implementing changes to their method to improve the outcomes.

The program supports students to participate in the Peter Doherty Science Award, equipping them with the tools and inspiration to pursue their own scientific investigations. The workshop deliberately uses everyday materials that can be found in supermarkets, demonstrating to students that the application of science is accessible to everyone.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Science

CAPABILITIES • Critical & Creative Thinking

Part 1: Given a model biological problem, students formulate a testable hypothesis and apply the scientific method to rapidly test the effectiveness of a range of solutions to control the growth of baker’s yeast.

TECH KNOWLEDGE

Part 2: The focus is on identifying the independent, dependent and controlled variables in relation to the execution of a fair test, and repeatable trials to support the validity of results.

• Scientific Laboratory Skills • Scientific Methodology • Scientific Communication

Past 3: Students repeat their experiment, implementing the improvements identified in part 2. Results and a scientific method poster template are taken back to school for discussion and completion.

INDUSTRY FOCUS • Academic Research • Research and Development • Education & Training

Perfect Pathway: Peter Doherty Science Award (page 46 - 47) 21ST CENTURY SKILLS

SUCCESS CRITERIA • • • •

Apply the scientific method to carry out a scientific investigation.

Identify independent, dependent and controlled variables in a fair test.

Implement changes to improve the experiment as a fair test.

Formulate questions about everyday occurrences into scientific investigations.

VCSSU089, VCSSU090, VCSIS134, VCSIS136, VCSIS137, VCSIS138, VCSIS140

• • • •

Active Learning Critical Thinking Quality Control Analysis Science Skills

JOBS OF THE FUTURE • Data-based Medical Diagnostician • Forensic Data Analyst • Terraforming Microbiologist • Water Management Specialist

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• Peter Doherty Science Award • Soil Science • VCE Biology – Molecular Genetics of Disease

• Science • Agriculture & Horticulture • Education

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CORE PROGRAM

Prototyping Skills

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Prototyping Skills with Cardboard Year 8, 9, 10 25 - 50 Students 2 Hours Onsite or at School 9:30 - 11:30am or 12:30 - 2:30pm Online or Virtual Delivery

Working in pairs or groups, students assemble a prototype model, learning multiple different cardboard joining techniques in the process. BTS staff step through what prototyping is, where it is useful and some different kinds of prototyping. Students are then given agency to create their own prototype design based on a Commonwealth Games challenge.

CURRICULUM FOCUS

The program can be facilitated onsite at the Tech School or you can request prototyping packs and instructional material, including in program video content to be sent out to your school.

CAPABILITIES

Prototyping is an essential step in the product development process which allows the quick testing of ideas that can be rapidly improved upon through multiple iterations. It is an integral skill embedded in Design Thinking and this program can be scaled up to involve students in Design Thinking challenges.

Rapid prototyping is utilised in a number of other Tech School programs and this short session is the perfect introduction to get the most out of future program participation.

• Design & Technologies • The Humanities

• Critical & Creative Thinking • Personal & Social

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Prototyping Styles • Structural & Joining Techniques • Design Thinking

INDUSTRY FOCUS

Perfect Pathway: Disaster Relief Housing (page 16 - 17)

SUCCESS CRITERIA • Successful construction of the prototype model.

• Application of cardboard joining techniques.

• Develop an understanding of the value of the prototyping process.

VCDSCD061, VCDSCD051, VCEBN027, VCDSCD049

• • • •

Advanced Manufacturing Building & Construction Education & Training Research & Development

21ST CENTURY SKILLS • • • •

Active Learning & Listening Equipment Selection Quality Control Analysis Complex Problem Solving

JOBS OF THE FUTURE • Autonomous Vehicle Profile Designer • Aesthetician • Massive 3D Printed Building Designer • Haptic Technology Designer

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• Digital Design - 3D Modelling in Blender • Disaster Relief Housing • Designing for Laser Cutting • Design Challenges

• Engineering & Manufacturing • Building & Construction • Automotive

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CORE PROGRAM

Automation – Robotic Solutions

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Automation – Robotic Solutions Year 8, 9, 10 25 Students 1 Day Onsite 9:30am – 2:30pm or Multi-Session Online N/A

Automation is the creation and application of technology to monitor and control the production and delivery of products and services. It has changed how we do business, the type of manufacturing skills required and the jobs available in industry.

Economists have identified that automation increases our need to problem solve, communicate and collaborate so students are challenged to develop a robotic solution in response to an industry problem or scenario.

Session 1: Students develop basic block coding skills and then work in groups to assemble and program machines that use sensors and moving parts to sort objects.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Science • Digital Technologies • Mathematics

CAPABILITIES • Critical & Creative Thinking • Personal & Social • Ethical

Session 2: Increasingly complex programming is introduced to students as they try to achieve greater process efficiencies.

Session 3: Students progress to programming to perform precision operations such as picking up and placing objects in a targeted pattern that replicates production processes in industry. Students combine ideas discussed in earlier sessions to model real industry automation practices, either in a factory building simulation or in a precision programming task.

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Advanced Manufacturing Automation • Programming & Coding • Sustainability practices

INDUSTRY FOCUS • • • •

Advanced Manufacturing Engineering & Design Information Technology Food & Fibre

SUCCESS CRITERIA • Gain experience in different robotic applications and software.

• Develop an understanding of different end effectors and applications.

• Apply basic maths, electronic and programming skills to automate processes.

VCSSU104, VCDST045, VCDTCD043, VCMNA276

21ST CENTURY SKILLS • Operations & Control • Machine Analysis – Trouble Shooting • Advanced Technology – Programming & Design • Systems Evaluation

JOBS OF THE FUTURE PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• NAO – Humanoid Assistant Robots • Design Challenges • Game of Drones - Build, Code, Fly

• Information Technology • Engineering • Automotive

• Additive Manufacturing Engineer • Automation Anomaly Analyst • Mechatronics Engineer

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CORE PROGRAM

NAO – Humanoid Assistant Robots

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NAO – Humanoid Assistant Robots Year 8, 9, 10 24 Students 2 Days Onsite 9:30am – 2:30pm Online N/A

The healthcare industry is one of the top five sectors where robot intervention is predicted to change how we work with and care for people in our communities. Robots have the potential to relieve the pressure on front line health care workers and support an ageing population to stay in their own homes longer.

This program is a highly engaging way of introducing or enhancing students programming knowledge using visual node-based programming skills while considering personal, social, ethical questions about the future as they design robotic responses to real service industry and care assistance scenarios.

Day 1 – Students meet NAO (now) Robots and are introduced to Choregraph software, completing a number of introductory and increasingly complex workshops to program NAO for conversation and human interactions.

Day 2 – Students apply their knowledge and skills from day 1 participating in a Design Thinking sprint to create a robotic program for the benefit of a sick, elderly, injured person or person with a disability.

Each day is divided into 3 sessions with a morning tea break (20 mins) and a lunch break (30 mins) included both days.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Digital Technologies • Economics & Business • Health & Physical Education

CAPABILITIES • Critical & Creative Thinking • Personal & Social • Ethical

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Humanoid Robotics • Text, Image & Voice Processing • Artificial Intelligence • Choregraph & Python Software

INDUSTRY FOCUS

Program Modification: Can be adapted to LOTE classes in French, German or Japanese.

• Information Technology • Health Sciences & Social Assistance • Education & Training

SUCCESS CRITERIA • Demonstration of basic NAO robot programming.

• Application of advanced programming in a care assistance scenario.

• Develop an understanding of how individuals can provide care and personal support services for the mental and physical well-being of others and the role of technologies.

VCDTCD050, VCDTCD051, VCEBW025, VCHPEM154

21ST CENTURY SKILLS • • • •

Programming Service Orientation Communication Complex Problem Solving

JOBS OF THE FUTURE • Health Shaper • Virtual Assistant Personality Designer • AI Educator

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• Automation - Robotic Solutions • VCE Psychology • Game of Drones - Build, Code, Fly

• Information Technology • Nursing, Midwifery, Paramedicine & Health • Community Services

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CORE PROGRAM

Disaster Relief Housing

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Disaster Relief Housing Year 9, 10, VCE 25 - 50 Students 1 Day Onsite or Multi-Session 9:30am – 2:30pm Online N/A

This is a real-world STEM program applying the Human Centred Design Thinking Process of Engage – Define – Skills – Ideate – Prototype – Present to guide students through the day.

Using local materials from Bartlett Industrial Textile Product Manufacturing, students work in teams to redesign and prototype model canvas shelters to respond to a local humanitarian disaster caused by bushfire.

Session 1: Students engage through topic introduction to humanitarian disasters, empathise by completing a practical tent construction challenge in teams and then define the best way to approach their design brief.

Session 2: Students join organised workshops and ideate using interactive collaboration tools to research environments, assess new materials and their properties and then prototype actual scale model disaster shelter solutions.

Session 3: Students finalise their prototypes and then present their scenarios and model designs to the class for evaluation and feedback.

Recommended Prior Learning: Prototyping Skills with Cardboard (page 10 -11)

CURRICULUM FOCUS • • • •

Digital & Design Technologies Humanities Mathematics The Arts

CAPABILITIES • Critical & Creative Thinking • Personal & Social • Ethical

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Collaboration Tools • Prototyping • Design Thinking

INDUSTRY FOCUS

SUCCESS CRITERIA

• Research & Development • Engineering & Design • Health Sciences & Social Assistance • Advanced Manufacturing

• Collaboration to find a suitable design solution.

• Application of the design thinking process to inform the design solution.

• Participation in team pitching of the design solution.

21ST CENTURY SKILLS

VCDST055, VCDSCD061, VCGGK154, VCMMG31-4, VCAVAV042

• Analytical Thinking & Innovation • Emotional Intelligence • Leadership & Social Influence • Reasoning, Problem Solving & Ideation

JOBS OF THE FUTURE

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• Prototyping Skills with Cardboard • Girls in STEM • Design Challenges • Bushfood Chocolate

• Community Services • Nursing • Engineering

• Community Support Worker • Cross Cultural Facilitator • Displaced Persons Re-Integrator • New Materials Designer

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CORE PROGRAM

Virtual Reality in Twin Motion

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Virtual Reality in Twin Motion Year 9, 10 24 Students 2 Hours or 1 Day Onsite 9:30 - 11:30am or 9:30 - 2:30pm Online N/A

With the potential of Virtual reality combined with powerful yet simple software called Twin Motion, students will be able to create high quality visualisations which they can then explore using our Virtual Reality headsets.

Twin Motion is used by many architectural and design professionals to create detailed high-quality environments that allow them to visualise their creations in high resolution 3D renders. These environments can then be explored further by utilising virtual reality headsets to provide a life-like experience.

When students come to the Tech School, they will create an environment that links with their studies at school. Twin Motion has a huge library of assets which allows students to create a large range of environments from cityscapes to rural properties. Examples of creations are bee friendly environments, school courtyard makeovers, functional townships and garden landscapes.

Once students have created their environments, they will utilise our virtual reality headsets to explore their creations from a life-like perspective. This allows students to understand size and scale and to experience what it might feel like to be in their environment.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • • • •

Science The Humanities The Arts Technologies

CAPABILITIES • Critical & Creative Thinking

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Virtual Reality • Twin Motion Software • CAD

INDUSTRY FOCUS • Information Technology • Tourism & Visitor Economy • Architecture

SUCCESS CRITERIA • Identify key components required to create a functional space which meets the design brief.

• Create a 3D environment in Twin Motion.

• Create a flyover video which showcases their custom designed environment.

• Understand the environmental impacts of their design.

21ST CENTURY SKILLS • Active Learning • Technology Operation & Control • Creativity, Originality & Initiative

VCGGK111, VCSSU100 JOBS OF THE FUTURE • • • •

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• Game Maker in Unreal Engine • The Bypass Builder - Roads, VR & Big Data • Digital Design - 3D Modelling in Blender

• Engineering • Science • Information Technology • Visual Arts

Agroecological Farmer Digital Apiarist Off-world Habitat Designer Biomimicry Innovator

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CORE PROGRAM

Robot Missions: Build, Test, Perform

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Robot Missions: Build, Test, Perform Year 9 - 10 (Year 8 Extension) 25 Students 1 Day Onsite 9:30am – 2:30pm Online N/A

During this one-day program, students will learn to pilot a Tello drone to trigger a VEX IQ robot to perform a rescue operation.

Search and retrieval operations are one of the many industry applications of ground and aerial robotics.

In this one day program, students will learn to build, configure and code a VEX IQ robot which will incorporate the use of lights, proximity sensors and bump triggers. Students will work in pairs throughout the day to develop a search and retrieval solution which they will showcase in a whole class challenge at the end of the day.

Session 1: Students work in pairs to assemble their VEX IQ robot and explore how to use bump sensors and proximity sensors to replicate current real world examples such as a robot vacuum or lawn mower.

Break

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Design & Technologies • Digital Technologies • Mathematics

CAPABILITIES • Critical & Creative Thinking • Ethical

TECH KNOWLEDGE

Session 2: Increasingly complex programming is introduced to students, and they start to investigate how to design a solution for a search and retrieval challenge. Students will also design a custom-built ad on to their VEX IQ which will enable a drone to trigger an event on their robot.

• Automation • Programming & Coding • Machine Learning

Lunch Session 3: Students will learn how to fly a Tello drone and hone their piloting skills. They will then combine their flying skills, combining these with their VEX IQ builds to simulate a search and retrieval scenario.

INDUSTRY FOCUS • Engineering & Design • Search and Rescue

21ST CENTURY SKILLS

SUCCESS CRITERIA • Follow instructions to construct a basic VEX IQ robot using a how to build guide.

• Construct and code attachments including LED lights, bumper and proximity sensors.

• Gain experience in different robotic applications and software.

• Develop a successful retrieval scenario which links the Tello Drones with the VEX IQ. VCDST045, VCDTCD043

• Operation & Control • Advanced Technology – Programming & Design • Systems Evaluation

JOBS OF THE FUTURE • • • •

Autonomous vehicle engineer Drones Operator Robot Mechanic Machine analysis – Trouble Shooting

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• Automation • NAO – Humanoid Robots • Game of Drones

• Information Technology • Engineering • Automotive

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CORE PROGRAM

Designing for Laser Cutting

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Designing for Laser Cutting Year 9, 10, VCE 25 Students 1 Day Onsite 9:30am – 2:30pm or Multi-Session Online N/A

Designing for Laser Cutting promotes rapid upskilling in product design and use of CAD (Computer Aided Design) software to design, prototype and create products from different materials.

The program allows for individual and partner work, developing student capabilities along with their technical skills. As well as product creation, students need to consider how it will be marketed using visual design tools.

Key Learnings: • Introduction to the CAD program Adobe Illustrator • Use of laser cutters in the prototyping process • How technology can be integrated with craft and trade skills Session 1: Students are given a design brief and work in pairs as designers and end users to plan and design a simple acrylic product, learning CAD skills through Adobe Illustrator.

Session 2: Then they revisit the process, this time designing and prototyping a product.

Session 3: Leather product designs are laser cut and student use hand craft and stitching skills to complete their products, mixing traditional leather work skills with new technologies.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Digital Technologies • Design & Technologies • The Arts

CAPABILITIES • Critical & Creative Thinking • Personal & Social

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Adobe Illustrator Software • Laser Cutting Processes • Graphic Design Production

INDUSTRY FOCUS • Advanced Manufacturing • Information Technology • Tourism & Visitor Economy

SUCCESS CRITERIA

21ST CENTURY SKILLS

• Application of design thinking to produce prototypes.

• Capacity to produce a usable design in Adobe Illustrator.

• Develop an understanding of how laser cutters can improve efficiency in industry.

• Technology Design • Operation & Control • Creativity, Originality & Initiative

VCDSCD049, VCDSCD051 VCDSCD060, VCDSCD062 JOBS OF THE FUTURE • Digital Implant Designer • Robot Mechanic • New Materials Engineer

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• Bushfood Chocolate • Automation – Robotic Solutions • Prototyping Skills with Cardboard • Disaster Relief Housing

• Engineering • Automotive • Visual Arts • Information Technology

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CORE PROGRAM

Game Maker in Unreal Engine

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Game Maker in Unreal Engine Year 9, 10, VCE 24 Students 1 Day Onsite or Multi-Session 9:30am – 2:30pm Online Accessible

Unreal Engine is a game development platform developed by Epic Games which is freely available and is an excellent tool to learn the basics of 3D game development.

This course lends itself to all ages and abilities, with students in younger year levels taking a slower and simpler approach to the content, while more advanced students can learn the full suite of core concepts and/or the visual scripting language of Blueprints.

Session 1: Students work individually to complete a number of challenges laid out in a gamified manner, guiding them through basics of the software including the manipulation of the game objects, default settings like physics and materials, and interfacing with scripted objects such as enemies and Non-Playable Character (NPCs).

Session 2: Once basics have been established, students can choose one or more specialised areas to learn more about and work in pairs to complete a storyboard of an idea that they will bring to life in the Unreal Engine.

Session 3: Students can learn more advanced techniques, such as modifying elements like gravity, player’s jumping ability and even modifying scripted objects in the visual scripting language of ‘Blueprints’.

Students present their storyboard progress to their classmates.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Design & Technologies • The Arts • Mathematics

CAPABILITIES • Critical & Creative Thinking • Personal & Social

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Virtual Reality Hardware • Unreal Engine Software • Gamification

INDUSTRY FOCUS

Perfect Pathway: Digital Design - 3D Modelling in Blender (page 26 - 27)

• Gaming • Information Technology

21ST CENTURY SKILLS

SUCCESS CRITERIA • Complete basic movement and manipulation tasks.

• Attempt more complex and interactive challenges.

• Produce a prototype of a gamified storyboard.

VCDSCD061, VCMNA305, VCPSCO050, VCAVCDP009

• Technology Design & Programming • Systems Operation & Control • Troubleshooting & User Experience • Creativity, Originality & Initiative

JOBS OF THE FUTURE • • • •

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• Digital Design - 3D Modelling in Blender • Virtual Reality in Twin Motion • The Bypass Builder - Roads, VR & Big Data • Game Design Online

• Information Technology • Visual Arts • Education • Business

Gamification Designer Ethical Hacker Shadowtech Manager Multisensory Experience Designer

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CORE PROGRAM

Soil Science

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Soil Science Year 9, 10, VCE 25 Students 1 Day Onsite or Multi-Session (+2 hours Prework) 9:30am – 2:30pm Online Accessible

Soil Science integrates multiple scientific disciplines and mathematics to evaluate the capabilities and limitations of different soil types. By examining biological activity and assessing the availability of water and nutrients within soil we can establish a healthy balanced and agriculturally productive soil.

Students develop an understanding of soil health by collecting and analysing their own soil samples (or BTS can provide samples from hypothetical industry customers) utilising different laboratory tests and technology. They interpret their results to develop soil and land management recommendations that can optimise growing conditions and crop yields.

Session 1: Students prepare soil samples for analysis, evaluate soil sedimentation tests and assess for biological activity.

Session 2: Carry out laboratory water retention tests, perform pH and nutrient chemical tests and analyse collected results.

Session 3: Present recommendations to improve soils health and experiment with corrective soil additives.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Science • Mathematics • The Humanities

CAPABILITIES • Critical & Creative Thinking • Personal & Social

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Scientific Laboratory Skills • Microscope Skills • Data Analysis

INDUSTRY FOCUS • Food & Fibre • Health Sciences • Tourism & Visitor Economy

SUCCESS CRITERIA

21ST CENTURY SKILLS

• Follow BTS soil sample collections procedure to collect quality soil samples.

• Application of laboratory soil testing procedure and collection of results.

• Connection of soil test results with corrective action soil management recommendations.

• • • •

VCGGK135, VCSIS111, VCMMG321, VCGGK137

Complex problem Solving Managing Material Resources Systems Evaluation Science & Maths

JOBS OF THE FUTURE • Agroecological Farmer • Nutri-gutome Consultant • Integrated Ecology Restoration Worker • Terraforming Microbiologist

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• Bushfood Chocolate • The Art of Science • VCE Biology

• Agriculture & Horticulture • Science • Food Science & Technology

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CORE PROGRAM

Digital Design – 3D Modelling in Blender

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Digital Design – 3D Modelling in Blender Year 9, 10, VCE 24 Students 1 Day Onsite or Multi-Session 9:30am – 2:30pm Online Available

3D Modelling involves the use of computer-generated graphics to produce a 3-dimensional representation of an object or surface.

By manipulating “vertices” (points in virtual space) to form a “mesh” (collection of vertices) you can then manipulate the “mesh” to form a realistic object, displaying characteristics you would expect to see in real life.

CURRICULUM FOCUS

3D Modelling is becoming an integral part of many careers, from Engineering and Architecture to Game Design and Special Effects and will have increasing application in jobs of the future. In this program students will learn the basics using freely available software, including important shortcuts to help them become more efficient designers.

CAPABILITIES

Session 1: Students are introduced to Blender software and the concept of “Hotkeys” and begin the process of creating a simple 3D model of an object within a virtual environment.

Session 2: As students develop more confidence and skill, additional 3D modelling techniques are included, as are material / light sciences to create a photorealistic scene.

Session 3: Students share ideas & progress, collaborating to ensure that they can produce a finished product. Extension steps are added for those who master the skills quickly & students present their object to the class.

• Design & Technologies • The Arts

• Critical & Creative Thinking

TECH KNOWLEDGE • • • •

Blender (3D ModellingSoftware) Hotkey Skills 3D Mesh Editing Gamification

INDUSTRY FOCUS

Perfect Pathway: Game Maker in Unreal Engine (page 22 - 23)

• Information Technology • Infrastructure Design & Development • Advanced Manufacturing

SUCCESS CRITERIA

21ST CENTURY SKILLS

• Develop an understanding of object manipulation.

• Use Hotkeys to demonstrate increased efficiency when using software.

• Create and present a realistic looking object model that incorporates techniques shown during the day.

• Technology Design & Programming • Analytical Thinking & Innovation • Troubleshooting & User Experience • Reasoning, Problem Solving & Ideation

VCDSTC059, VCAVCDV008, VCAVAV042

JOBS OF THE FUTURE PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• Game Maker in Unreal Engine • Designing for Laser Cutting • Prototyping Skills with Cardboard • Get Into Games

• Information Technology • Engineering • Building & Construction • Visual Arts

• • • •

Bioprinting Engineer 3D Printed Building Designer Net Positive Architect Off-World Habitat Designer

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CORE PROGRAM

Bushfood Chocolate

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Bushfood Chocolate Year 9, 10, VCE 24 Students 1 Day Onsite or Multi-Session 9:30am – 2:30pm Online N/A

This program takes students on a food design journey based on chocolate while introducing them to indigenous Australian bushfood flavours. The program focuses on innovation in food, food products and our food culture.

Students develop collaboration and teamwork skills in a guided design experience that allows them to choose specialist roles within the team.

Each team member plays a critical role developing specific elements to create and pitch their concept to their peers.

Session 1: Students explore the way food is associated with culture and identity. They are taken on a sensory discovery experience to smell and taste different Australian bushfood products and flavours.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Science • Digital Technologies • Health & Physical Education

CAPABILITIES • Critical & Creative Thinking • Personal & Social

Session 2: Students take on the challenge to create a new Australian bushfood chocolate bar using a Thermomix to make chocolate from raw ingredients. They prepare a promotional pitch for their new product.

TECH KNOWLEDGE

Session 3: Students participate in a new product taste testing survey to evaluate the newly made products. They then participate in a pitch relay to present their new product to the class for feedback.

• CAD Software • Thermomix Operation • Workplace Secialisation

INDUSTRY FOCUS • Food & Fibre • Tourism – Visitor Economy

21ST CENTURY SKILLS

SUCCESS CRITERIA • Connection of sensory awareness to design of new products.

• Recognition of the importance of food in different cultures and innovations in the use of indigenous Australian foods and flavours.

• Use of creative techniques to market new products.

VCDSTC057-9, VCDSCD062, VCEBE028, VCAVCDV008

• Creativity, Originality & Initiative • Analytical Thinking & Innovation • Persuasion • Quality Control Analysis

JOBS OF THE FUTURE • Food Knowledge Communicator • Cross Cultural Facilitator • Nutri-gutome Consultant

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• Designing for Laser Cutting • Soil Science • Twin Motion Virtual Reality • Disaster Relief Housing

• Information Technology • Engineering & Manufacturing • Science • Agriculture & Horticulture

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CORE PROGRAM

Game of Drones - Build, Code, Fly

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Game of Drones - Build, Code, Fly Year 10, VCE Systems Engineering/Electronics 1 Day Onsite or Multi-Session 9:30am – 2:30pm Online N/A

When you play the Game of Drones, you win when you fly!

Drones are currently used in a large variety of industries as well as for recreational purposes. From inspecting wind turbines or agricultural crops to Defence Force racing teams, there are many careers on offer for drone pilots.

Game of Drones gives students hands on experience learning to code, test and fly drones whilst discussing what the future of drones may look like. It lends itself to students currently studying subjects such as systems engineering or electronics. A basic understanding of electrical circuits will ensure students get the most out of the program.

Session 1 - Introduction to drone components and function. Students build a model drone before wiring up an Arduino to our custom-made drone test rig, coding to control all 4 motors using a joystick to determine the power supplied to each motor.

Session 2 – Students trial their setup on our BTS drone test rig to see if they can balance the quad to sit level and are challenged to consider how they might change their code to reflect more accurately what a flight control does to keep a drone flying level.

Session 3 – After lunch, students will have the opportunity to earn their “wings” in our “Top Gun” pilots challenge. Flying our Tello drones, they receive a mission brief which they will need to practice flying manually, before moving onto coding the drones to complete the mission using the interactive mission control pads.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Systems Engineering • Electronics • Digi Tech

CAPABILITIES • Critical & Creative Thinking • Ethical

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Programming & Coding • Automation • Machine Learning

INDUSTRY FOCUS • • • •

SUCCESS CRITERIA • Understand the components of a drone.

• Develop an understanding of a basic electronic circuit and how it functions to control electric motors.

• Create a successful drone prototype test rig.

• Successfully fly a drone using manual controls.

• Automate a drone flight to complete a set mission.

VCSSU132, VCSSU133, VCE Systems Engineering 1, 2, 3 & 4

Mapping Automation Search & Rescue Turbine maintenance

21ST CENTURY SKILLS • Operation & Control • Advanced Technology Programming & Design • Systems Evaluation • Machine Analysis - Trouble Shooting

JOBS OF THE FUTURE PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• Automation - Robotic Solutions • The Bypass Builder - Roads, VR & Big Data • Bespoke Systems Engineering Sessions • NAO – Humanoid Assistant Robots

• Wind Turbine Technician • Engineering • Automotive

• • • •

Autonomous Vehicle Engineer Drones Operator Wind Turbine Technician Drone Experience Designer

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CORE PROGRAM

The Bypass Builder - Road Construction, VR & Big Data

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The Bypass Builder - Road Construction, VR & Big Data

Year 9, 10, VCE 25 Students 1 Day Onsite 9:30am – 2:30pm Online

This program provides access to real-life road user data, providing the opportunity for students to analyse and interpret big data and then use it to help them determine community outcomes.

Specifically, the data will show traffic flow through a regional Victorian town and then be used by students to determine if a bypass road is warranted, the best route for that bypass, and the potential positive and negative impacts the redirection of traffic might have on the town. They will collect and analyse data using a range of tools Session 1: Students begin the day with a hands-on practical activity that introduces the concepts of traffic flow and planning, before using a range of tools to examine the data that will inform their future decision making.

Session 2: CivilCAD program will enable students to calculate the construction costs and potential travel time savings for the proposed bypass. They will also research the impacts of bypasses on regional communities.

Session 3: Working in teams students complete their bypass proposal and then present it to the class, considering not just the economic impacts for road users, but also social impacts on local residents.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • • • •

Technologies Mathematics The Humanities The Arts

CAPABILITIES • Critical & Creative Thinking • Personal & Social • Ethical

TECH KNOWLEDGE • • • •

CivilCAD Software Microsoft Excel Big Data Analytics Unreal Engine Software

INDUSTRY FOCUS

SUCCESS CRITERIA

• • • •

• Learn to analyse and visualise data in different ways.

• Develop software manipulation skills in CivilCad. • Work successfully in teams when assigned differing roles.

21ST CENTURY SKILLS

VCDTDI048, VCPSCSO041, VCAVCDE007, VCGGK135

• • • •

Civil Engineering Information Technology Building & Construction Project Management

Complex Problem Solving Judgement & Decision Making Technology Design Management of Material Resources

JOBS OF THE FUTURE PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• Game Maker in Unreal Engine • Digital Design - 3D Modelling in Blender • Disaster Relief Housing

• Engineering • Information Technology • Building & Construction • Business

• Regional Community Growth Coordinator • Behaviour Prediction Analyst • Automated Transit System Trouble-shooter • Flood Control Engineer

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VCE STEM MASTERCLASSES

VCE Psychology - Virtual Brain

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VCE Psychology - Virtual Brain VCE Psychology Unit 1 26 Students 3 Hours or Double Period Onsite Timing Negotiable Online Pre/Post Only

The Virtual Brain program is broken into two parts and delivery can be organised to fit into a double period if required or extended to 3 hours for a more in depth experience.

Part 1: Exploration of the human brain using an annotated 3D model on the Inside Explorer tables. Students undertake a fight, flight, freeze experiment using heart rate monitors and virtual reality software allowing them to conduct the experiments safely and control more of the variables.

Part 2: Using the real brain scans in the virtual model, students can rotate, zoom in and slice through the different areas of the brain to review the function, location and interrelationship of each part. The content is tailored specifically to the VCE curriculum and is presented in a completely unique way through cutting edge technology.

Program Variation Year 10: Focus can be on the Nervous System for virtual reality and Insider Explorer tables with greater levels of guidance and instruction.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Science – Psychology • Year 10 Introduction to Psychology • VCE Unit 1: Area of Study 1: Outcome 1: Role of the brain in mental processes & behaviour

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Virtual Reality • Software Manipulation • Data Collection & Analysis

INDUSTRY FOCUS • Health Sciences • Digital Innovation • Research & Development

21ST CENTURY SKILLS

SUCCESS CRITERIA • • • •

Develop an understanding of brain function.

Successful virtual exploration of the brain and nervous system.

Completion of diagrams explaining brain structures and functions.

Analysis of experimental data.

• Active Learning & Learning Strategies • Scientific Investigation • Technology Design • Written Communication

JOBS OF THE FUTURE • Data-based Medical Diagnostician • Memory Optimiser • Aged Health Carer of the Future • Virtual & Augmented Reality Experience Creator

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• VCE Psychology – Augmented Reality • VCE Psychology Unit 3 & 4 Revision

• Psychology • Science • Information Technology

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VCE STEM MASTERCLASSES

VCE Psychology - Unit 4 Augmented Consciousness

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VCE Psychology - Unit 4 Augmented Consciousness

VCE Psychology Unit 4 26 Students 3 Hours or Double Period Onsite Timing Negotiable Online Pre/Post Only

The Augmented Consciousness program is broken into three parts, exploring consciousness as a continuum and changes to a person’s psychological state as an indicator as of their level of consciousness.

Part 1: Students use “beer goggles” to simulate different levels of blood alcohol concentration and complete tasks to measure self-control and perceptual distortion.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • VCE Psychology Units 3 & 4 • VCE Unit 4 Psychology Area of Study 1: Outcome 1: Augmented Consciousness

Part 2: Students use “fatal vision” glasses to simulate sleep deprivation and explore how it can affect speed and accuracy.

TECH KNOWLEDGE

Part 3: Students use the 0.25 BAC “beer goggles” and “fatal vision” glasses to complete an interactive activity measuring their speed and accuracy.

• Computer Skills • Data Analysis • Virtual Reality

Students collect data throughout to use post visit, applying key science skills to a practical task.

Prior to attending, teachers will be provided with activity ideas designed to spark discussion around awareness, how features of consciousness change in different states and comparing sleep deprived states to alcohol induced states.

INDUSTRY FOCUS • Health Sciences • Psychology

21ST CENTURY SKILLS • Communication • Data Collection • Investigation

SUCCESS CRITERIA • Consciousness as a continuum.

• The changes to a person’s psychological state as an indicator of their level of consciousness.

• The effects of partial sleep deprivation.

• The effects on consciousness of one full nights sleep deprivation as a comparison with the effects of legal blood alcohol concentration.

JOBS OF THE FUTURE • Memory Optimiser • Nanomedical Engineer • Behaviour Prediction Analyst

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• VCE Psychology Unit 3 & 4 Revision

• Psychology • Science • Information Technology

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VCE STEM MASTERCLASSES

VCE Biology – Molecular Genetics Of Disease

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VCE Biology – Molecular Genetics Of Disease

Year 10, VCE Biology Units 2, 3 & 4 25 Students 2 Hours Timing is Negotiable Online Pre / Post Only

Students will apply genetic techniques used in medical research and testing environments. They will gain experience in the use of gel electrophoresis and blood specimen microscopic examination, both of which are typically carried out in wet laboratories.

Part 1: Students will separate patient DNA by gel electrophoresis.

Part 2: Students will examine blood specimens from patients with and without sickle cell anaemia.

Part 3: Students will visualise the patients DNA sample profile and use a molecular weight standard curve to diagnose each patient.

Program Variation

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Science – Biological Sciences • VCE Unit 2 (AOS1): How is inheritance explained?

• VCE Unit 3 (AOS1): What is the role of nucleic acids and proteins in maintaining life?

• VCE Unit 4 (AOS3): Student Designed Scientific Investigation and Scientific Poster

Year 10: 3 hr program during which students complete only the onsite activities VCE Biology: Students complete the onsite activities as well as the pre and post program activities on the Ballarat Tech School website portal.

Students will use numerous computer-based tools to process and analyse electrophoresis data as well as online tools to access the scientific literature and perform bioinformatics procedures.

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Scientific Methodology • Biotechnology Techniques • Data processing & Analysis

INDUSTRY FOCUS • Health Sciences & Social Assistance • Research & Development • Education & Training

SUCCESS CRITERIA • • • • •

Applying an understanding of genetics to a real-life scenario.

Analysis of the outcome of genetic testing.

Utilisation of lab technology.

Review of the scientific literature.

Use of bioinformatic tools to identify and compare protein sequences.

21ST CENTURY SKILLS • • • •

Active Learning & Listening Scientific Methodologies Judgement & Critical Thinking Written Communication

JOBS OF THE FUTURE

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• VCE Biology – Photosynthesis & Respiration • VCE Biology – Transformation & Gene Regulation

• Science • Nursing, Midwifery, Paramedicine & Health

• De-extinction & Conservation Geneticist • Biometric Security Solutions Engineer • Bio-jacker • Genetics Coach

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VCE STEM MASTERCLASSES

VCE Biology – Photosynthesis & Respiration

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VCE Biology – Photosynthesis & Respiration VCE Biology Units 3 & 4 25 Students 2 - 5 Hours Timing is Negotiable Online Accessible

Students get hands-on experience as they investigate the processes of photosynthesis and respiration in response to a range of environmental conditions.

To do this, students will employ an experimental apparatus consisting of algal cells immobilised in an algal gel that enables CO2 consumption to be measured to process and analyse their data. The data is plotted on electronic whiteboard and the students take the collated data back to school to use in their SAC.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Unit 3 (AOS2): How are biochemical pathways regulated?

• Unit 4 (AOS3): Student Designed Scientific Investigation and Scientific Poster

Program variations: 2 Hour Program: Students work in teams to perform a respiration measurement experiment and discuss how this could be used as a model for a SAC.

TECH KNOWLEDGE

3 Hour Program: Students work in teams to perform a respiration measurement experiment and then independently attempt a photosynthesis experiment.

• • • •

5 Hour Program: Students prepare their own alginate balls for use in two experiments. They work in teams to perform a respiration measurement experiment and then independently attempt a photosynthesis experiment.

INDUSTRY FOCUS • • • •

Scientific Apparatus Microsoft Excel Data Analysis Molecular Genetic Techniques

Food & Fibre New Energies Health Science Research & Development

21ST CENTURY SKILLS

SUCCESS CRITERIA • Undertake laboratory work in a small team to measure cellular processes.

• Apply an understanding of the biochemical processes of photosynthesis and respiration.

• Meaningful analysis of experiment results.

• Safe use of lab technology.

• • • •

Learning Strategies Scientific Methodologies Judgement & Critical Thinking Time Management

JOBS OF THE FUTURE • • • •

Entomicrobiotech Cleaners Biomimicry Innovator Terraforming Microbiologist Climate Solutions Consultant

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• VCE Biology – Transformation & Gene Expression • VCE Biology – Molecular Genetics of Disease

• Science • Agriculture & Horticulture • Education

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VCE STEM MASTERCLASSES

VCE Biology – Transformation & Gene Regulation

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VCE Biology – Transformation & Gene Regulation

VCE Biology Unit 3 25 Students 3 Hours Timing is Negotiable Online Pre / Post Only

Students will get hands-on experience in modern molecular biology techniques.

They will work with a plasmid containing the heterologous gene encoding green fluorescent protein (GFP) under the control of the arabinose operon.

The students will investigate the process of bacterial transformation as they introduce the GFP containing plasmid into E.coli and select for its presence using an antibiotic.

They will also investigate gene regulation in bacteria as they induce expression of GFP by way of the inclusion of arabinose in the growth medium and fluorescence by excitation under UV light.

Students will set up and run a controlled scientific experiment that clearly demonstrates the relationship between independent and dependent variables.

Students will also learn how to process and analyse their data. The students take their samples back to school and analyse them after an incubation period.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Unit 3 (AOS1): What is the role of nucleic acids and proteins in maintaining life?

• Unit 4 (AOS3): How is scientific inquiry used to investigate cellular processes and/or biological change?

TECH KNOWLEDGE • • • •

Scientific apparatus Microsoft Excel Data analysis Molecular genetic techniques

INDUSTRY FOCUS • • • •

SUCCESS CRITERIA • Undertaking laboratory work in a small team to perform a bacterial transformation.

• Applying an understanding of the gene regulation to control expression of a fluorescent protein.

• Analysis and interpretation of experimental results.

• Safe use of lab technology.

Food & Fibre New Energies Health Science Research & Development

21ST CENTURY SKILLS • • • •

Learning Strategies Scientific Methodologies Judgement & Critical Thinking Service Orientation

JOBS OF THE FUTURE

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• VCE Biology – Photosynthesis & Respiration • VCE Biology – Molecular Genetics of Disease

• Science • Agriculture & Horticulture • Nursing, Midwifery, Paramedicine & Health

• De-extinction & Conservation Geneticist • Biometric Security Solutions Engineer • Bio-jacker • Genetics Coach

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M O O D L E P O RTA L

Online Programs

Game Design Online Year 9, 10, VCE 8 – 16 Hours Students work through a series of guided tasks to create a playable 2D game in Unreal Engine learning about simple animations, health & damage, jumping, collisions, platforming, and more.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Digital Technologies • Design & Technologies • The Humanities

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Advanced Computer Skills • Game Engine Software • AR / VR Hardware

VCE Psychology - Unit 3 Online Revision VCE 1 - 4 Hours VCE Unit 3 topics covered in this online revision are: Area of Study 1: How does the nervous system enable psychological functioning?

Area of Study 2: How do people learn and remember?

The program includes videos to engage students with each concept and complimentary explanations, followed by practice questions and application tasks.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • VCE Psychology Unit 3

VCE Psychology - Unit 4 Online Revision VCE 1 - 4 Hours VCE Unit 4 topics covered in this online revision are: Area of Study 1: How do levels of consciousness affect mental processes and behaviour?

Area of Study 2: What influences mental wellbeing?

The program includes videos to engage students with each concept and complimentary explanations, followed by practice questions and application tasks.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • VCE Psychology Unit 4 46

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Online Learning • VCE Psychology Curriculum

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Online Learning • VCE Psychology Curriculum

M O O D L E P O RTA L

Online Programs

Bushfood Bites Online Year 7, 8, 9, 10 3 – 5 Hours Bushfood Bites are bite-size sessions introducing students to Australian native Bushfoods as a growing revolution in the Australian food industry. It explores the science and innovation behind popular foodie products.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • The Humanities

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Self-paced Online Learning • Instructional Cooking

Soil Science Online Year 7, 8, 9, VCE 5 – 6 Hours The program integrates the scientific disciplines of physics, biology, chemistry and mathematics. Evaluating the capabilities and limitations of different soil types, examining soil biological activity and assessing the availability of water and nutrients within soil is essential to establishing a healthy balanced and agriculturally productive soil.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Science • Mathematics • The Humanities

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Application of Science at Home • Computer Skills

Chocolate by Design Online Year 8, 9, 10 4 – 8 Hours Chocolate By Design explores the design process of a new promotional chocolate product with a significant focus on the sustainability of packaging and the ethical supply of raw materials.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Science • Engineering • Mathematics

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SPECIALIST STEM OPPORTUNITIES

Peter Doherty Science Award

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Peter Doherty Science Award Year 7, 8, 9, 10 Unlimited Students Timing Negotiable At School, Online, Onsite

The Peter Doherty Science Award was established in 2009 as a joint initiative of the Committee for Ballarat and Australian Nobel Prize laureate Professor Peter Doherty. Open to students in Year 7 to Year 10 in the Ballarat Region, the annual award encourages: • Scientific thought and activity, inspiring students to investigate everyday issues by undertaking experimental research using the scientific method.

• Scientific communication requiring students to present their findings in scientific poster format and for finalists, in verbal presentation.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Science • Humanities

CAPABILITIES • Critical & Creative Thinking

Online Portal Enrolments Open – Term 2 Submission Close – Friday 10th November 2023

TECH KNOWLEDGE

Finalist Judging and Presentation Event – Thursday 23rd November 2023

• Scientific Method • Scientific Communication • Graphic Design Skills

Recommended Prior Learning: The Art of Science (page 8 - 9) INDUSTRY FOCUS The Art of Science program is designed as an introductory workshop to the award, demonstrating the Applied Scientific Method.

We recommend booking this program if you wish to enter your class or year level.

• Science • Research & Development • New Energies

21ST CENTURY SKILLS The Award is a competition in which students can participate as part of their school curriculum or independently. It is awarded to the team of students judged to have produced the best evidence based investigative science project.

• Judgement & Critical Thinking • Written Communication • Science & Maths Problem Solving

AWARD PRIZES Overall Award – $1000 ($600 Students, $400 School).

Communication Award – TBC (STEM Prize pack or Cash).

Highly Commended Award – TBC (Prize, Voucher or Cash).

JOBS OF THE FUTURE • Forensic Data Analyst • Nanomedical Engineer • Terraforming Microbiologist

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• The Art of Science • VCE Biology • VCE Psychology

• Science • Education

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SPECIALIST STEM OPPORTUNITIES

Girls in STEM

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Girls in STEM Years 8, 9 50 Students 8 Days (2 Days x 4 Terms) 2 Consecutive Days each Term Onsite, Excursions & Online * Selected students from different schools take part.

The Girls in STEM program is centred around “you can’t be what you can’t see” and aims to provide young women with access to mentors, experiences and skill development in a focused and supported environment. Students are encouraged to explore STEM and are presented with possibilities for STEM career choices.

CURRICULUM FOCUS

Utililising the design thinking model, the program is linked to local industry and presents students with opportunities to engage with:

CAPABILITIES

• • • •

STEM Industry (site visits): knowledge, skills and processes.

Skill Development (Industry led): lab work, technology and process.

Problem Solving - real world: application, problem and issue.

Pathways: female role models, industry options, Federation University and TAFE pathways.

The learning that occurs, career pathways mapped and the networks made across schools over the 8 days is supported by industry mentors.

Schools can nominate girls in Year 8 & 9 with an interest in STEM based subjects who would benefit from further exploration of future pathways and STEM subject options.

• • • •

Science Technology Arts Mathematics

• Critical & Creative Thinking • Entrepreneurial • Personal & Social

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Each term will have a different tech & skill focus while developing personal capabilites

INDUSTRY FOCUS • Varies from year to year but can include: Advanced Manufacturing, Food & Fibre, Research & Development, Information Technology, Digital Innovation & Connectivity, Health Sciences & Social Assistance, New Energies

SUCCESS CRITERIA

21ST CENTURY SKILLS

• Increased awareness of women working in STEM related fields.

• Increased capabilities in STEM technical skills.

• Willingness to try new opportunities and develop positive networks.

• • • • • •

Learning Interpersonal Judgement & Critical Thinking Problem Solving Advanced Technology Communication

JOBS OF THE FUTURE

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• Peter Doherty Science Award • Design Challenges • Online Programs

• Science & Mathematics • Information Technology • Education • Engineering

• Quantum Computer Programmer • Drone Experience Designer • Innovation Manager • Regional Community Growth Coordinator • Algorithm Interpreter • Multisensory Experience Designer

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SPECIALIST STEM OPPORTUNITIES

Mars Wrigley STEM Industry Design Challenge

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Mars Wrigley STEM Industry Design Challenge

Year 9, 10 25 - 50 Students Onsite 2 Days Online N/A * Selected students from different schools take part.

In partnership with Mars Wrigley this program provides students from different schools the opportunity to work together to engage in real world applied STEM with industry experts.

Staff from Mars Wrigley Confectionery’s Ballarat site will discuss their journeys, from STEM studies through to their current careers, and then facilitate two days of learning and fun with chocolate.

Students work in small design teams to manufacture and pitch a new seasonal product package for Mars. Within the design team students take on specialist roles and participate in workshops to provide explicit knowledge and develop the skills crucial to fulfill the design brief in innovative and futuristic ways.

Day 1 • Trends, quality, products.

• Marketing and production.

• Product design and manufacture.

• Production and waste costings.

CURRICULUM FOCUS • Mathematics • Technology • Humanities

TECH KNOWLEDGE • Critical & Creative Thinking • Ethical • Personal & Social

INDUSTRY FOCUS

Day 2 • Package design.

• Marketing justification and plans.

• Product design showcase.

• Reflection on design and lessoned learned.

• Advanced Manufacturing • Food & Fibre • Information Technology

21ST CENTURY SKILLS • • • •

Active Listening Persuasion Quality Control Analysis Complex Problem Solving

SUCCESS CRITERIA • Understand end-to-end product development.

• Apply real world STEM applications replicate factory site processes.

• Learn about balancing competing production demands in industry quality, innovation, creativity, cost & efficiency.

JOBS OF THE FUTURE • Additive Manufacturing Engineering • Innovation Manager • Bioprinting Engineer

PATHWAY POSSIBILITIES @BTS

@FEDERATION TAFE & UNI

• Automation - Robotic Solutions • Bushfood Chocolate • Chocolate Online

• Engineering & Manufacturing • Science & Mathematics • Food

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SPECIALIST STEM OPPORTUNITIES

Challenges & Events

Throughout the year, Ballarat Tech School will run a number of different design challenges or events, some with other Tech Schools and Specialist Science Centres.

To get involved in these, subscribe to our eNews, follow us on Social Media and keep an eye on our website for registration and sign up information.

Regional Rail Revival Challenge: Open to years 4-10 to students from all regional Tech Schools, the challenge is to design an element of future rail travel for 2050. Great prizes to be won for teams that make it to the state final.

This page shows events run previously and planned to run again in 2023, along with other new and exciting initiatives.

Get Into Games:

Science Week:

An onsite Gaming Expo and workshops, supported by the City of Ballarat, showcasing careers and skills in this multi-billion dollar industry.

Specially developed programs based on the annual National Science Week theme and made available to diverse and specialty cohorts.

eSports:

The LAB:

Onsite gaming competitions held during school holiday periods or after school hours and structured for a variety of age groups.

A technology club for young people on the autism spectrum who enjoy working with computers. Hosted onsite every Wednesday during school terms. Contact ballarat@thelab. org.au for information on how to join.

Contact us to find out how to join our eSports gaming community!

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TEACHER PD OPPORTUNITIES

Teacher Professional Learning

Skill Builders 90+ minute workshops offered throughout the year and on request.* • • • •

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Coding Laser Cutting - Illustrator 3D Printing -TinkerCAD Digital 3D Modelling – Blender

* Skill sessions on other technology and software available on request.

STEM Teachers Network A collaborative network of local teachers and STEM Educators that come together to co-design programs and learning opportunities, upskill each other and hear from STEM and Industry experts.

Get in touch to find out more or to become part of a subject or technology specific working group.

Teaching with Tech In program mentoring! Teachers can arrange to either watch, participate or co-facilitate a program delivered at the Tech School to improve their own teaching skills and tech knowledge.

Contact us to discuss options for you or for your colleagues.

D2I - Design 2 Innovate Developed by Tech Schools in partnership with Bastow, Victorian teachers and international design thinking experts, Design2Innovate: introduction to design thinking will support middle leaders and classroom teachers to become more confident in using design thinking in classroom, school curriculum and leadership practice.

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Alongside the network of Victorian Tech Schools, Earth Ed is one of six science and mathematics specialist centres engaging students and teachers across the state in contemporary, authentic science, technology, engineering and mathematics learning experiences.

The Ballarat Tech School and Earth Ed work closely together to ensure that students in our region are exposed to as wide a variety of STEM learning opportunities and future pathways as possible. If you cannot find a program that suitable links to your area of curriculum at either BTS or Earth Ed, please contact us to discuss how we can help.

Earth Ed programs aim to encourage a sense of curiosity and active participation by working together with the goal of teaching and learning science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Our programs are delivered onsite, as outreach and online (rural only) for Victorian students. Our programs aim to engage students in hands-on inquirybased learning across a broad range of curriculum areas.

Earth Ed is proud to offer the VCE Masterclasses supported by the DET Victorian Challenge and Enrichment series. Students from Victorian government schools can access FREE masterclasses across a range of VCE study areas presented by experts. These interactive sessions are presented online and are also available as recordings.

Go to https://earthed.vic.edu.au/vce-masterclass-series/ for more information.

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EEDConnect is our online platform for teachers. Designed to support our programs, EEDConnect offers a range of pre and post learning materials aligned to the Victorian Curriculum. This is a free resource for all DET Victorian (P-12) teachers.

To sign up please visit our website https://earthed.vic.edu.au/eedconnect/.

Remote Learning Programs We understand access to STEM experts and resources can be difficult for our rural schools.

Our online programs are a great opportunity for rural students to engage in STEM learning from their own classroom. These 30-minute interactive sessions offer live teaching, discussion, and engaging challenges for students.

For more information go to https://earthed.vic. edu.au/remote-programs/

Digital Technology Programs Available in 2023, Augmented Reality and Internet of Things are designed to promote student critical and creative thinking using digital technologies. Students are challenged to apply these skills in a real-world context.

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STUDENT

Experiences & Feedback STUDENT AND TEACHER EXPERIENCE FEEDBACK

“It was a lot of fun and it was very interactive while also teaching me quite a lot about the subjects.”

“It was really cool learning how to work robots/electronics and how they will impact our future.”

“It was good to think about how others would approach different tasks and to try working with others I wouldn’t normally work with.”

“The Tech School was very interesting, the activities we did were fun and I was engaged in my work which is hard for me to do!”

“Today was very exciting and its nothing like what I’ve done before, It was a great opportunity to work on problem-solving abilities.”

“Was a very fun and engaging experience that was equally theory based and hands on.”

“The instructors were very skilled and the technology the Tech school used was cutting edge.

Overall, very well run and fun.”

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TEACHER

Experiences & Feedback

“The hands on learning aspect is vital for student learning. It also allows for real world application to be incorporated into school work.”

“Working with students from different backgrounds, the Tech School allows us to access learning and resources that are not available in the students current learning environment.”

“Great promotion of language and cross-curricular programs increase student engagement.”

“Access to exciting technologies, challenging ideas and future problem solving pushes students out of their comfort zones and develops forward thinking mindsets.”

“The Tech School staff have a wealth of experience and knowledge to share, are passionate about what they teach and are able to inspire the same passion in students.”

“Many of my students can be disengagement from their in class work so it was great to see them participating and to see students that don’t normally speak out in class take a more active role in their learning.”

“Student engagement was very high , the hands on aspect is very appealing the learning environment is suitable for diverse learners.”

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Contact Us Level 1, Building K, Federation University SMB Campus 136 Albert St, Ballarat Central VIC 3350 03 5327 8080 ballarattechschool@federation.edu.au www.ballarattechschool.vic.edu.au

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