Get started with an introduction to the thrilling world of electronics. Come and solidify your STEM foundation – one kit at a time. No skills in technology needed. This workshop involve basics of handling of electronic tools and components, assembly of cool techno- projects, and testing and troubleshooting.
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YRTS Speaker Series: Women in STEAM – Jessie Sanbrook
Join Yarra Ranges Tech School for the first of our ONLINE YRTS Speaker Series: Women in STEAM with the talented Jessie Sanbrook. Jessie is an Australian Graphic Designer and Illustrator. She is currently the Berlin city host for @thedesignkids, where she organizes events, projects and collaborations with the Berlin design community. Come along and hear…
Coffee in the Studio
We have a very exciting line-up of some of Australia’s most interesting artists and scientists who will be hosted by artist / scientist Steven Durbach (aka Sid Sledge) live –for online conversations as part of National Science Week. We have recognized that with this year’s unprecedented bushfires and the ongoing COVID crisis that people –…
BOMWebinar – Australian tsunami hazard and warnings
Tsunamis are recorded in Australia about once every two years; most are small and present little threat of land inundation to our coastal communities. How do you know if you’re at risk? In this webinar, the Bureau of Meteorology experts will discuss what causes a tsunami, how we monitor possible tsunamis, and what warning information…
Meet the UNSW Women in Maths and Science Champions
What’s it like to be a woman in science? Hear from five UNSW Sydney women scientists who are breaking gender stereotypes and encouraging girls to consider science as a career. The speakers and their area of research are: Dr Lisa Nivison-Smith, Optometry Dr Poppy Watson, Psychology Dr Laura McKemmish, Chemistry Dr Zhi Yi Ong, Behavioural…
FameLab Academy Online Live
We are inviting Western Australian schools to tune in LIVE for a very special National Science Week event for the pilot of FameLab Academy in Australia. Your students will be part of the virtual audience at Cecil Andrews College, as thirteen Western Australian students take to the stage to deliver short and sharp explanations on their chosen topic from…
Astro in the Home
Explore the universe at home. You can measure the speed of light in your own kitchen. You can explore the colours of galaxies using cleaning supplies. Find out how in the new Youtube series coming from ASTRO 3D – Astro in the Home. To launch the series we will be posting one video every day…
Beer & Algae: Brewing a Greener Future
Science In Focus – UTS and Young Henrys present: Beer & Algae: Brewing A Greener Future Thursday 20 August, from 5.30pm. Register online. Algae & beer. Sounds like a match made in heaven. Independent brewery Young Henrys were on a mission to tackle their carbon emissions, when they came across the Climate Change Cluster (C3)…
STEM Design Challenge for Regional Students
This National Science Week, the University of Technology Sydney, Engineers Without Borders and Tech Girls Movement Foundation invite regional students to create for your community in a two-day design challenge. On Thursday 20 & Friday 21 August, classes from Stage 3 and 4 can join our virtual classroom to design, create and build solutions to…
Science and Sustainability of the Sea – Professor Tim Flannery in conversation with ABC Gold Coast’s Nicole Dyer
Join Professor Tim Flannery as he discusses the impact of climate change on our oceans and marine life, with ABC Gold Coast’s Nicole Dyer. Renowned for its beach and surf culture, this is a highly recommended event for local Gold Coast residents. Professor Tim Flannery will share insights from his years of conservation work and…