Discovery Series
Skill Tasters

Program Overview

A snapshot of applied learning focussed on rapid skill development in specific STEAM disciplines

Year Level

Year 7-12

Prework

None

Duration

2x 120min Sessions 3x 90min Sessions

Days

1 Day

Capacity

Up to 100

More Information:
If you would like more information about this program, drop us a line at:

banyulenillumbikts@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au
9269 1057

Industry Focus

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Assorted

Drone Flight Control

Students learn about drone applications and flight safety, how to fly a drone and how to program a flight path in preparation for data collection.

Automation and Robotics 

Students learn to program Do-Bot robot arms to simulate autonomous surgery, whilst developing skills in procedure-based algorithm design and spatial perception for robot navigation.

App Design

Students learn the basics of how to design an app and how to publish to a phone.

3D Computer-Aided Design

Students learn how to use 3D Modelling tools to create a digital design of a product.

Digital Design – Adobe Illustrator

Students learn to use Adobe Illustrator with focus on techniques such as collage, gradient and tracing for artistic applications.

Coding Beginner – micro:bit

Students learn how to use the Micro:Bit block coding platform with a range of external components and sensors to build simple electronic systems.

Coding Intermediate – Arduino

Students learn how to program an Arduino with a range of external components and sensors and send a set of instructions to the microcontroller.

Coding Advanced – Python

Using a Raspberry Pi minicomputer and the power of Python programming, students will learn the basics of external device control.

e-Textiles – Wearable Tech

Students learn to create basic garments that integrate sewing with programming microcontrollers and electronic circuits.

Game Design – MakeCode Arcade

Students create an arcade-style game through MakeCode using block programming.