Program Overview
Year Level
Prework
Duration
Days
Capacity
More Information:
If you would like more information about this program, drop us a line at:
banyulenillumbikts@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au
9269 1057
Industry Focus

Industry Partner
These designs will have the potential to make growing food at home more efficient, unlocking hours of free time previously spent in maintaining the system, helping transform homes into automated food producing ecosystems.
Success Criteria
- Students are able to communicate the key advantages of automated farming systems
- Students can collaborate effectively to create solutions to identified problems
- Students can consider a range of tools, technologies and specialist equipment
Curriculum Area
Curriculum Area
Year 7-8
Year 9-10
Two Day Program Schedule
Prework
Day One
Day Two
Post Visit
Prework
Day One
Day Two
Post Visit
Technology Skill Ups Available

Microcontrollers
Microcontrollers are widely used to power small form factor devices. This skill up will introduce students to microcontrollers and how to program them to suit their functional requirements.

Computer Aided Design
3D Modelling using industry current software to design virtual prototypes prior to physical production using 3D Printers or Computer Numeric Control machines

Sensor Technology
From automatic doors to step counters, sensor technology is widely used across society. The sensor technology skill up will provide the skills required to create fixed or wearable sensor devices to meet the determined design requirements.

Mobile App Development
Introduction to mobile app design fundamentals including planning for an app, creating layouts, considering the user experience and prototyping functionality