JCU LEaST Workshop (Townsville)

Greg Millican

Event Phone: 07 3102 7394

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  • JCU Tvl LEaST
     02/06/2016
     8:30 am - 3:30 pm

This will be the fourth workshop in Townsville, and is proudly hosted by James Cook University.

Objectives:

Our objectives for a LEaST Professional Development Workshop are to:

  • Demonstrate context-based teaching and learning to secondary science, engineering studies and mathematics (STEM) teachers.
  • Offer a range of real experiences in the engineering world, from which to draw contexts for teaching.
  • Provide potential contacts of local engineers and scientists, who could provide further contextual experiences and advice in the future.
  • Extrapolate these experiences and models into the classroom.

Teachers learn about the roles of engineers and scientists in society and how their problem solving approaches can be applied to teaching in context. We also supply resource materials for current or developing contexts in Physics, Chemistry, Technology and Applied Studies and Mathematics, gathered from workshops held in three states. The program gives teachers direct experience with science and engineering so that they can motivate and engage their students in maths and science-based study.

You can download a flyer about this project by clicking here.

Engineers from the local community, in partnership with the local group of Engineers Australia, meet and work with local teachers.

Each workshop is facilitated by an experienced teacher, utilising the engineer’s experience and expertise to bring STEM to life.

Teachers who specialise in Junior Science and Mathematics will also gain valuable insights and resources.

 

Venue:  

Venue Phone: 07 4781 4435

Venue Website:

Address:
1 James Cook Drive, Townsville, Queensland, 4811, Australia

Description:

Engineers combine mathematics and science with communication skills, critical thinking and management skills to design and develop products and solutions for real world problems. From designing computer chips to constructing dams – engineers work ultimately to advance society.

Engineering at JCU commences with a common first year, than offers a choice of engineering specialisations to students in their second year. The degree requires twelve weeks of paid, industry-based placements providing students with valuable industry experience and contacts. Engineering design, project management, team work and effective communication are incorporated throughout the program.

The capstone to student learning is the final year engineering thesis project, which gives candidates the opportunity to carry out a significant research or design task, under the leadership of a supervising member of academic staff. JCU graduates are highly sought after by employers, with most of our students finding employment in their final year of study