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• Success with Systems Engineering Masterclass (PL2628)

  • Start
    21 Sep 2026
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • End
    24 Sep 2026
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    Banyule Nillumbik Tech School
  • Spaces left
    9

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  FOR OUT OF FIELD EDUCATORS TEACHING SYSTEMS ENGINEERING

  

  When: 9.30am - 4.30pm, Monday 21st to Thursday 24th September 2026

  Banyule Nillumbik Tech School

  Presenter:  Colin Chapman & Anthony Gasson

  Cost:

  Members: $990

  Non-members: $1200

  *If you work at a Banyule Nillumbik Tech School partner school and wish to attend this program, please contact Laura at pl@datta.vic.edu.au

  

  DATTA Vic is delighted to once again delighted to deliver our Success with Systems Engineering Masterclass program during the September school break.

  Systems Engineering offers a great way to deliver STEM learning opportunities that equip young people with the skills they'll need for a global, technology-driven and flexible future.

  However, Victorian schools are facing barriers to successful delivery, including dropping numbers of student enrolments at VCE and a lack of qualified teachers in the Design & Technologies learning area.

  Our Success with Systems Engineering program has four aims:

  • To upskill teachers from other STEM areas (Design & Technologies, Physics, etc) to deliver engaging and relevant Systems Engineering programs

  • To support schools who are struggling to recruit Systems Engineering teachers
    

  • To explore ways to attract and retain a more diverse cohort of students in Systems Engineering
  • To offer support to schools to set up VCE Systems Engineering as a senior subject

  We'll also be taking a look at the new 2026 study design, to ensure our participants are ready to implement it in its first year.

  Registrations are open now to participate in this teacher masterclass, which will run in the term break from 21-24 September

  Numbers are strictly limited, so register early to ensure your place.

  Morning tea and lunch each day are served, and all resources are provided.

  Feedback from participants of our previous Success with Systems workshops:

  • The masterclass covered all the requirements to be able to know how to begin teaching VCE Systems.
  • A Lot of practical demonstrations and hands-on activities to develop skills for teaching
  • Practical demos tuning us into having a go! The challenges throughout were pitched at the right fundamental level.
  • Great strategies for how to teach complicated topics
  • Was amazing! I learned so much about course content in regards to VCE and I enjoyed learning the components of systems and coding.
  • Very well presented and totally engaging

  
  

  

  Disclaimer

  The approaches outlined in this workshop are those of the author and contributors and do not necessarily reflect the views of DATTA Vic. While all attempts have been made to align the advice and suggestions with VCAA expectations, the support material has not been verified by VCAA. Authors have acted with all available information from VCAA at the time of publication.

  Responsibility for any loss resulting from action or refraining from action in response to the material must be accepted by users. Teachers must refer to the mandatory documents in relation to the study from VCAA, available online and updated every year.

  
  

  
  

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• Upskilling for RMIT Masters of Teaching Practice students (PL2638)

  • Start
    22 Sep 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • End
    20 Oct 2026
  •  
    8:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

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  When: 6pm - 8pm, Tuesdays from September 22 -  October 20

  Where: Simonds Catholic College, North Melbourne

  Presenter: Peter Murphy

  Cost:

  • $35 for university students/pre-service teachers members*

  *It's free to join DATTA Vic as a university student or pre-service teacher.  You must be a member to attend this program. You can join DATTA Vic for free with a university email address HERE. 

  

  This program is intended to build practical Design & Technologies skills in students of the RMIT Masters of Teaching Practice (Secondary Education)

  There will be a focus on developing experience in using hand-tools and some essential woodwork machinery as well as in emerging technologies - all in the context of the Victorian Years 7-10 Design & Technologies curriculum.

  Participants will also have to chance to focus on OH&S issues and classroom management, and will be introduced to relevant Department of Education policies and procedures.

  This will assist students on their placements and help prepare them for their first teaching roles.

  The timetable is as follows, although note there may be changes made to accommodate specific needs;

  • Week 1 : OH&S Risk Assessments 
  • Week 2 : Hand Tools and Materials
  • Week 3 : Power Tools and Student Machines
  • Week 4 : 3D printing and CNC machine 
  • Week 5 : Restricted Machinery tbc

  
  

  

  Disclaimer

  The approaches outlined in this workshop are those of the presenter and contributors and do not necessarily reflect the views of DATTA Vic. While all attempts have been made to align the advice and suggestions with VCAA expectations, the support material has not been verified by VCAA. Authors have acted with all available information from VCAA at the time of publication.

  Responsibility for any loss resulting from action or refraining from action in response to the material must be accepted by users. Teachers must refer to the mandatory documents in relation to the study from VCAA, available online and updated every year.

  
  

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• CREATE - THE DATTA VIC 2026 CONFERENCE

  • When
    4 Dec 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Northern College of the Arts & Technology (NCAT)

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  BOOKINGS NOW OPEN!

  When: December 4, 2026

  Where: Northern College of the Arts & Technology (NCAT), Melbourne

  Cost:

  • Members: $329
  • Non-members: $399
  • University student/pre-service teachers: $99

  PROGRAM

  

  The 2026 DATTA Vic Conference CREATE is taking place on the 4th December in Melbourne. 

  Featuring an amazing keynote, a packed program of upskilling workshops and seminars, a buzzing trade exhibition and our Educators of the Year awards ceremony, it's the most unmissable day in the calendar for teachers of Design & Technologies, STEAM, VCE Product Design & Technologies and Systems Engineering!

  We're delighted to introduce our 2026 keynote:

  Advancing Biomaterials for a Sustainable Future with Compound

  What if the materials we design with could regenerate ecosystems rather than deplete them?
  

  
  

  Compound is a Melbourne-based studio established by industrial designer Vasundhara Gaur and software engineer Simon Beirouti, which develops new materials from kelp. By working at the intersection of biomaterials, systems thinking and circularity, their aim is to create ethical products, healthier environments and a more resilient future for all. In this keynote presentation, Vasundhara and Simon will share their own journeys in design and engineering that led them to create Compound. You’ll learn from them about the science and design potential of biomaterials, and how they employ systems thinking and regenerative design principles to reflect the interconnected relationships between materials, production, people and the environment. There are also 24 hands-on workshops and seminars running throughout the day. From plants for space to catapults & trebuchets, a Batik masterclass to design for disability, and machine maintenance to wooden jewellery, whatever you teach, you'll find the perfect sessions!  You'll find all the details in our PROGRAM. And looking for some end of year bargains, or want to find out about the latest services, tools and technologies for the STEM classroom? Check out who is already confirmed for our industry exhibition; Special thanks to our sponsors: ________________________________________________ Meet the rest of our trade exhibitors:

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