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Material Testing in Engineering 
Face-to-Face Workshop
In this workshop we will consider material testing as an experiment-based topic which helps students make connections between theoretical content, knowledge and Engineering practice.
The effective use of digital technologies, Cornell Note taking and other teaching, learning and assessment strategies will be explored throughout the evening.
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Wednesday 30th March 2022 |
07:00 p.m. — 9:30 p.m. |
Athlone Education Centre |
Tuesday 5th April 2022 |
07:00 p.m. — 9:30 p.m. |
Dublin West Education Centre |
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Construction Studies - Professional Development March/April 2022
Face to Face Workshop — Principles of nZEB: Ventilation.
At this workshop we will explore:
- The importance of ventilation in the home.
- Considerations when selecting a ventilation System.
- Building Regulations surrounding Ventilation.
- The nZEB Principles approach to teaching Construction Studies.
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Saturday 26th March 2022 |
10:00 a.m. — 3:30 p.m. |
Carrick-on-Shannon Education Centre |
Saturday 2nd April 2022 |
10:00 a.m. — 3:30 p.m. |
Limerick Education Centre |
Saturday 2nd April 2022 |
10:00 a.m. — 3:30 p.m. |
Dublin West Education Centre |
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DCG - Teacher Professional Development March 2022
An Integrated Approach to Problem Solving in DCG using Key Geometric Principles.
- How students’ understanding of DCG may be enhanced by the use of the ‘Key Geometric Principles Approach’.
- The use of SolidWorks as a visualisation tool in reaching solutions to problems.
One day (5 hour) face-to-face workshop.
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Saturday12th March 2022 |
10:00 a.m. — 3:30 p.m. |
Cork Education Centre |
Saturday 26th March 2022 |
10:00 a.m. — 3:30 p.m. |
Portlaoise Education Centre |
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T4/DCG/CAD Computers for Post-Primary Schools
A new framework for the procurement of T4/DCG/CAD Laptops has been finalised and there is now an approved CAD spec laptop available for post primary schools.
Both Laptops and PC Mini Towers can now be ordered from Datapac.
Modifying the Serial Numbers of the Pre-Installed SolidWorks Software.
The computers have SOLIDWORKS Software Pre-Installed, but the installation will need to be modified to use the schools’ serial number. The computers come preloaded with SOLIDWORKS, and with a temporary serial number. If this number is not updated SOLIDWORKS will stop working after a few days.
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Advanced SolidWorks Tutorial Videos
Identifying Geometry to Support Design in SolidWorks
Modeling the Solar Wall Light in SolidWorks
The Webinar's were held in October/November 2021, and January 2022 to show how sketches can be used to support creating objects in SolidWorks.
Instructional mp4 video showing the project development using SolidWorks software.
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Intermediate SolidWorks Tutorial Video
PDST Webinar - April 2021
Instructional video showing the drawing of the highlighter pen & cap using SolidWorks software.
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Advanced SolidWorks Tutorial Videos
Multi-body Approach in SolidWorks
These videos include content covered in PDST Webinars in October/November 2020 which focused on analysing the geometry of an object and deriving an economical approach to creating a artifact in SolidWorks. The advantage of a Multi-body Approach will become evident through an examination of the creative thought process.
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A Guide to the Student Assignment
The new booklet offers guidance to teachers and students on possible approaches to successfully completing the DCG Student Assignment.
An updated copy of the booklet is now available to view online or to download.
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SolidWorks - Introductory & Advanced Workshop Resources
The advanced workshop aimed to up skill and develop teachers understanding of advanced modeling techniques in SolidWorks 2018. The workshop further interrogated ‘Surface Modeling’ techniques for teachers of Design and Communication Graphics while also examining features such as Flex, Split Line, Rib, Combine, Lip & Groove, Vent, and advanced Mechanical Mates.
The introductory workshop was aimed at teachers with little or no prior knowledge of SolidWorks, or those who were looking for a refresher course in SolidWorks. It's aims were to guide the participants through the basic sketching and features commands of SolidWorks. There was an emphasis on economy of design when creating each part of the USB key, looking at parts, assemblies and the application of a decal to a part.
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Distance Learning
To support teaching and learning through these difficult times we are providing content to promote distance learning (Click on Menu link at top).
As always the PDST t4 team are available and happy to assist teachers of the t4 subjects. You may contact us via the following emails:
andrewdoherty@pdst.ie
brendanohalloran@pdst.ie
eoghandunbar@pdst.ie
Our colleagues in the PDST digtech team have already published a number of useful tutorials and resources that support distance learning. |
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Corona-virus - (Covid-19 Pandemic)
As always the PDST t4 team are available and happy to assist teachers of the t4 subjects. You may contact us via the following emails:
andrewdoherty@pdst.ie
brendanohalloran@pdst.ie
eoghandunbar@pdst.ie
Stay safe and If at all concerned about your health, contact your GP or the HSE helpline on 1850 24 1850. |
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PDST School Based Support for T4 Subjects
The PDST-T4 team are available to provide school-based support to teachers of Construction Studies, DCG, Engineering and Technology throughout 2019-2020. This support focuses on developing teaching, learning and assessment practices in the T4 subjects. Our advisors can support your school through a single, half-day school visit or through PDST’s new sustained support model. It is advised to book early as in the case where we are oversubscribed, allocation will be on a first-come-first-served basis.
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Construction Studies - Exploring Teaching, Learning & Assessment
Students of Construction Studies enjoy a rich & varied learning environment through the various activities that they engage with over a two year course of study. This booklet looks at the three parts of the syllabus and the three examination components.
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Completing the Engineering Project
These booklets offer guidance to both teachers & students on possible approaches to successfully completing the Engineering - Technology Project / Manufacture/Design.
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Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA)
Teachers and students can now complete the Certified SolidWorks Associate examinations for free in schools. Schools must initially register as test providers at http://www.solidworks.com/cswa to commence the process. There is a huge library of resource available on www.mysolidworks.com which will guide you through the CSWA.
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