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Design and Technology Association Hosts Webinar by Blueprint 1000 Member Autodesk, The Design and Technology Association hosted an educational webinar delivered by our Blueprint 1000 member, Autodesk. The event focused on unveiling the potential of Fusion 360, Autodesk's cutting-edge design and engineering software, and its transformative impact on educational settings. This exclusive webinar brought together educators, from high schools to universities to explore the dynamic capabilities of Fusion 360. Fusion 360 The session kicked off with an insightful overview of Fusion 360's comprehensive features, delivered by Autodesk's expert presenter Oliver Briggs. Oliver delved into...
Why is Lobbying Essential?, Lobbying is essential as it can be all too easy for other subjects to take priority and precedence in schools. Lobbying can also help raise awareness of the importance of design and technology across all design, engineering, and manufacturing sectors. We have developed our Blueprint 1000 initiative to bridge the gap between education and industry by bringing ‘real world’ context to learning, providing ‘in-subject’ careers information and guidance, engineering clubs and our ‘Teachers in Residence’ initiative, which places teachers on short industry placements, informing them of current practice and allowing these teachers to replicate current...
D&T Practice 1-2014 PDF copy, D&T Practice is an A4 magazine publication offering practical ideas and solutions to classroom teaching in D&T. Covering all focus areas it includes case studies of classroom projects, product and resource reviews and profiles of companies in the field, as well as news about the D&T Association and events and activities taking place in design and technology. D&T Practice is published three times a year and is available to D&T Association Secondary members and to other membership categories. It is also available by subscription. D&T Practice 1-2014 Contents Editorial A...
Teachers In Residence , The Association are offering our members the opportunity to take part in a three to five day internship with a UK-based design, engineering, manufacturing or construction business, to get an in-depth understanding of modern industry and the knowledge, skills and personal attributes sought by employers. This internship will help you to develop a deeper understanding of modern industry and the technical skills and attributes required by employers which will give you to have a clearer view of the career pathways. You will be able to forge industry links and identify opportunities available for...
Skills for Industry launches with Severn Trent, On Tuesday 28th March 2017, nine apprentices from Severn Trent Water, together with The Design and Technology Association, launched a Skills for Industry programme, supporting five local secondary schools in the Coventry area. Over one hundred, year 8 pupils, at The Westwood Academy, Sidney Stringer Academy, Cardinal Wiseman School, Finham Park School and Ernesford Grange Community Academy will take part in a Skills for Industry Programme designed to bring employment skills into their classrooms. Through the Skills for Industry programme, teachers and pupils get a real opportunity to meet with industry...
Primary Engineer Competition, Are you looking for an exciting way to introduce the world of engineering to your students? The "If You Were an Engineer, What Would You Do?" competition, organised by Primary Engineer, offers an engaging and immersive STEM program that encourages students to envision themselves as engineers and tackle real-world problems. This flagship competition invites pupils of all ages, from primary to secondary schools, to unleash their creativity, problem-solving skills, and writing abilities. By interviewing engineering professionals and creating annotated illustrations of their innovative solutions, students embark on a journey of discovery and learning. Essence...
Skills for Industry launches in Warwickshire, On Tuesday 4th April 2017, representatives from Underground Professional Services Limited (UnPS), together with The Design and Technology Association, launched a Skills for Industry programme, supporting five local secondary schools in the Rugby area. Over one hundred, year 7 and 8 pupils, at Harris C of E Academy, Kineton High School, Southam College, Avon Valley and Rugby Free Secondary School will take part in a Skills for Industry Programme designed to bring employment skills into their classrooms. Through the Skills for Industry programme, teachers and pupils get a real opportunity to meet...
EEF National Apprenticeship Week 2018 - Essential Facts and Figures, National Apprenticeship Week takes place this week (5th – 9th March) with a focus on how apprenticeships work for employers, individuals, the community and the economy. On top of this, it’s also the Year of Engineering. EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation, has provided 10 key facts about manufacturing and engineering apprenticeships and why they are so important for the sector. 72% of manufacturers say raising awareness of apprenticeships will get more young people into engineering[1] 79% of manufacturers were committed to recruiting engineering apprentices in...
Teacher Industry Placements available now across the Country, Would you like the opportunity to work with a UK-based design, manufacturing, engineering or construction business? Five Industry placements have just come available in the Midlands and the Skipton area. Please contact Lata Patel lata.patel@data.org.uk for further information. Places will be allocated on a first come first serve basis. for half term: 17-21 February 2020 Coventry The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) MTC provide integrated manufacturing system solutions across diverse sectors such as automotive, aerospace, rail, food & drink construction Nuneaton JJ Churchill Ltd...
School-Centred Initial Teacher Training Programme, We are delighted to be offering a Design and Technology focused School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) programme which kicks off on the 5th of September, 2022 and concludes on the 3rd of July, 2023 for The Pioneers Partnership. Trainees at The Pioneers Partnership gain QTS on completion of the one-year school-centred programme.. Despite the focus being on secondary education, trainees will be looking at primary and post-16 education to give them a holistic view of the D&T landscape. There will be an in-depth breakdown of the subject within the National...
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