Design and Applied Technology (DAT) Project Learning – Teacher Training Workshop
Designed to support Hong Kong DSE Design and Applied Technology (DAT) project learning, this workshop trains teachers to use a smart sanitary ware / smart health appliance kit and develop their skills in project-based learning, 3D modelling, prototyping and basic programming.
Level
Teacher
Course Topics
Engineering Design, Product Prototyping, 3D Printing, 3D Design, Project-based Learning, Course Support
Course Length
3 sessions, 2 hours per session
Learning Objectives
• Understand the principles of 3D printing and 3D modelling.
• Use the kit to create simple product prototypes quickly.
• Receive 3D modelling training and use feature-based modelling in Autodesk Fusion to build components.
• Receive intensive training in using microcontroller development boards (Micro:bit / Arduino) and use the kit for simple, rapid programming.
Course Outline
Using smart sanitary ware / smart health appliances as the project theme, the workshop helps teachers turn a design assignment into a project-based learning activity that can be taught, built and assessed.
1. Designing and Defining Specifications
• Goal-oriented component design.
• Simplifying design details.
2. Specialised 3D Modelling
• Feature-based modelling in Autodesk Fusion, including technical drawings, renderings, and exporting files for various 3D printing and laser-cutting applications.
• Mechanical-part modelling for 3D models.
• Modifying 3D model components.
3. Basic Programming
• Rapid programming.
• Electronic component assembly.
Course Requirements
• Specially designed for STEAM / DAT teachers and newly appointed teachers.
• Deepen understanding of project-based learning through training, strengthen 3D modelling and programming application skills, and enhance teaching professionalism.
• Course content can be adjusted to meet participants’ needs.
• Each participant receives one kit, one set of editable code, and one 3D parts printing service (up to 50 g).