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• Traditional Skills Immersion for Teachers at the Rare Trades Centre(PL2619)

  • When
    12 Jun 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    Centre for Rare Arts & Forgotten Trades, Ballarat

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  When: 9am - 4.30pm, 12th June 2026

  Where: Centre for Rare Arts & Forgotten Trades, Ballarat

  Presenter: Tammy Gilson & Sam Bloomfield

  Only 10 spots available
  

  Cost:

  • $599 for members
  • $699 for non-members

  Includes morning tea, lunch and all materials

  

  DATTA Vic are delighted to announce a new partnership project with the Centre for Rare Arts & Forgotten Trades.

  The Rare Trades Centre was established in 2022 as a place dedicated to the preservation and perpetuation of traditional skills, knowledge and practice to ensure the language of ‘making’ in Australia is not lost to history and remains alive and accessible for future generations.  

  For the first time, we have put together a unique professional learning opportunity for DATTA Vic members.

  As well as a behind the scenes tour, participants will get the chance to work with two of Australia's leading makers and learn to work with traditional tools, materials and processes.

  

  Sam Bloomfield is a skilled armourer, blacksmith and metal sculptor. He has a passion for metal sculpting combining traditional and modern techniques.

  “In childhood, I started tinkering with tools and materials in my dad’s workshop and the passion never left me. The interest led me to a qualification in Arts and Creativity while informally I did an apprenticeship with a mentor who created the armoury for the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Over the last 20 years I’ve worked various TV and film productions. I always make things on a feeling and try to make something as original as possible.”

  In the first part of this workshop, you'll learn from Sam to work with metal to create a piece of jewellery with materials and processes little changed from the time of the Vikings, which you will take home with you.

  Tammy Gilson is a proud Wadawurrung woman and award-winning weaver. Her work carries on the traditional techniques of both her Wadawurrung and English ancestors while using locally sourced materials with an emphasis on sustainability.

  “I love drawing upon my cultural knowledge and looking at our cultural landscape and using the resources from country that I feel really connected to. It means I’m revitalising and really showcasing our culture.”

  In the second part of our workshop, participants will learn to wrap, coil and stitch sisal fibre to make unique jewellery with Tammy. This meditative process will offers insight into the cultural knowledge of the Wadawurrung people. At the end of the workshop, you will take home the pieces you made.

  
  

  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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• Coding with Python for Beginners (PL2617)

  • When
    16 Jun 2026
  •  
    9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Yarra Ranges Tech School
  • Spaces left
    22

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  When: Tuesday 16 June, 9:30am - 3:30pm

  Where: Yarra Ranges Tech School

  Presenter: Sally Stepniewski & Matt Pattison

  Cost:

  • $229 for members
  • $329 for non-members 
  • $129 for university students/Pre-service teachers

  NB: If you are a partner school with Yarra RangesTech School, please contact pl@datta.vic.edu.au about registering and further information. 

  Morning tea and lunch will be provided.

  Photo by Tai Bui on Unsplash
  

  

  Python is a versatile programming language known for its simple, English-like syntax and emphasis on code readability. Ideal for beginners and experts, it is widely used for web development, AI, and automation. 

  Discover how easy and engaging Python coding can be for your students in this hands‑on professional learning session aligned with the VC 2.0 Technologies 7–10 curriculum.

  This workshop introduces foundational programming concepts through simple, practical activities you can take straight into the classroom. Whether you're brand new to coding or looking to build confidence, you'll leave with clarity, resources, and classroom‑ready ideas to help your students thrive in the world of design and digital technologies.

  NB: If you are a partner school with Yarra Ranges Tech School please contact pl@datta.vic.edu.au about registering and further information. 

  

  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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• Creative Futures Annual Design Workshop 2026 - INNOVATION - PAST, PRESENT, FUTURE (PL2629)

  • When
    29 Jun 2026
  •  
    9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    Melbourne Museum

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  Free professional learning on using museum collections and design thinking practices to enrich schools based design education.

  When: Monday 29th June,  9.30am - 4.30pm

  Where: Melbourne Museum

  Cost: FREE

  *Note places are free but strictly limited. Book early to guarantee your spot

  Image credit: Bradley Weber' licensed as CC BY 2.0.

  

  This one day, free intensive for years 7-10 Design & Technologies teachers nurtures excellence in design education in Victoria. Supported by Creative Futures Ltd, it is free for educators and jointly facilitated by Museums Victoria Education and DATTA Vic. 

  This workshop is a hands-on experience, where participants collaborate to identify new and engaging ways to deliver the Design & Technologies curriculum in the classroom.

  
  

  The day will start with a visit to Rome: Empire, Power, People to explore the ground-breaking inventions that were developed over 2000 years ago. Then through a series of design sprints, you'll consider what innovations we will need for a sustainable tomorrow while learning from yesterday's innovations . You'll gain confidence in getting your students to use the design process and speculative thinking to create designed solutions for future communities.
  

  

  To discover the activities and resources from previous Annual Design Workshops, click HERE.

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• VCE PD&T Exam Prep for Teachers (PL2625)

  • When
    11 Aug 2026
  •  
    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

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  When: Tuesday 11 August, 4pm - 6pm 

  Where: Online - Teams link will be sent one business day prior to event. 

  Presenter: Jacinta O'Leary

  Cost:

  • $85 for members
  • $125 for non-members
  • $55 for university students/pre-service teachers

  

  This webinar is for teachers who want to prepare their students for the end of year VCE Product Design & Technologies exam.

  It will be led by experienced educator and writer Jacinta O'Leary, who will discuss essential skills and knowledge, explore common errors, offer hints and tips for exam success and share a range of student activities.

  The session will focus on: 

  • refreshment of Unit 3 and 4 outcomes 
  • strategies to assist your students 
  • activities that are suitable for students 
  • sharing ideas and tips to gain the best results. 

  You'll also receive a set of resources to use with your class.

  

  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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• VCE Systems Engineering Exam Prep for Teachers (PL2624)

  • When
    25 Aug 2026
  •  
    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

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  When: Tuesday 25th August, 4pm - 6pm 

  Where: Online - Teams link will be sent one business day prior to event. 

  Presenter: Colin Chapman

  Cost:

  • $85 for members
  • $125 for non-members 
  • $55 for students/pre-service teachers

  

  This webinar is for teachers who want to prepare their VCE class for the end of year exam.

  It will be led by experienced educator and curriculum writer Colin Chapman, who will discuss essential knowledge, explore common errors, offer hints and tips for exam success and share a range of helpful student resources.

  The session will focus on: 

  • refreshment of Unit 3 and 4 outcomes 
  • unpacking of previous exam questions
  • strategies to assist your students 
  • activities that are suitable for students 
  • sharing ideas and tips to gain the best results. 

  

  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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• VCE PD&T Online Exam Prep for Students (PL2627)

  • When
    19 Sep 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Online

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  When: Saturday 19th September, 10am - 12:30pm

  Where: Online - via Microsoft Teams

  Presenter: Jill Livett

  Cost:

  • $35 per student (Free for accompanying teacher)*
  • $85 per member teacher participating without any students
  • $125 per non-member teacher participating without any students
  • $55 for University students/Preservice teachers without any students

  *Form must be completed by a teacher on behalf of all students.

  Teachers attend free if coming with group of students. To book, chose the "Teacher with Students" ticket and enter the number of students under 

  'guests' at the bottom of the form

  

  This workshop, led by expert teacher and writer Jill Livett, will help prepare students for the end of the year VCE PD&T exam. It will focus on:

  • a refreshment of Unit 3 & 4 outcomes
  • relevant information from the examiner's reports and previous exams
  • a range of helpful student activities
  • sharing hints and tips to gain the best results
  • lots of exam revision resources to keep

  Students should ensure they have drawing materials for the activities.

  Click HERE to access DATTA Vic's Child Protection Policy, Procedures and insurance documentation.

  

  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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• 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
    14

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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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• VCE Systems Engineering Online Exam Prep for Students (PL2626)

  • When
    10 Oct 2026
  •  
    9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    Online

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  When: Saturday 10th October, 9.30am - 11.30am

  Where: Online - via webinar - details provided on receipt of payment.

  Presenter: TBC

  Cost:

  • $35 per student (Free for accompanying teacher)*
  • $85 per member teacher participating without any students
  • $125 per non-member teacher participating without any students
  • $55 for University students/Preservice teachers without any students

  *Form must be completed by a teacher on behalf of all students. 

  Teachers attends free if coming with group of students. To book, chose the "Teacher with Students" ticket and enter the number of students  under 

  'guests' at the bottom of the form

  

  This workshop will help prepare students for the end of the year VCE Systems Engineering exam. It will focus on:

  • a refreshment of Unit 3 & 4 outcomes
  • relevant information from the examiner's reports and previous exams
  • a range of helpful student activities
  • sharing hints and tips to gain the best results
  • lots of exam revision resources to keep

  *Please note: the session link will be sent out to the email on the registration form a couple of days prior to the event. 

  Click HERE to access DATTA Vic's Child Protection Policy, Procedures and insurance documentation.

  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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• CREATE - THE DATTA VIC 2026 CONFERENCE

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

  
  

  SAVE THE DATE!

  When: December 4, 2026

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

  Now seeking workshop proposals.

  SUBMIT HERE

  

  The 2026 DATTA Vic Conference CREATE is taking place on the 4th December in Melbourne, and we are inviting our members and partners to submit ideas for workshops that they would like to present.

  We're looking for a mix of practical, hands-on workshops and seminar-style sessions.  Our delegates teach both primary and secondary, and we cover all areas of P-10 Design & Technologies, STEAM, VCE Product Design & Technologies and VCE Systems Engineering. It's a great experience to run a workshop - you get to develop your own leadership skills, and as a presenter, you get to attend the rest of the conference for free! If you want to discuss your idea for a workshop before submitting, contact Laura at pl@datta.vic.edu.au.

  
  

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