Computer Aided Design (CAD) Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
Student will use a CAD program to design their own projects and then send the design to a Laser Cutter CNC Router or 3D Printer to have the machine cut and shape their designs. Students learn a range of valuable mechanical skills, visualisation of ideas, CAD, design validation, and data management skills as they create parts, assemblies and drawings. You will also have an opportunity to build and operate the CNC mill shown in the photo.
This would help prepare students for subjects such as VCE Systems Design and Technology, Systems engineering, or ICT.
This is a relatively new technology, and there is a high demand for skilled CAD programmers and CNC operators, which would give students a solid pathway into a industrial design, engineering, medical manufacturing careers.
Personal enrichment: skills in design and manufacturing.
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