The Centre of Excellence for STEM - Technology was established to provide students with the skills required to succeed in the 21st Century. It is said that a large percentage of jobs that will exist in 2035 have not yet been invented. This program aims to foster, enhance and progress many of the characteristics required for students to be successful in their future. Throughout the course, students will be investigating aspects of both Digital technology and Design technology.
Unique program elements of STEM - Technology
The STEM - Technology program delivers a hands-on, future-focused learning experience where students explore advanced tools, digital fabrication, electronics, coding and real-world problem-solving. Students work through authentic and exciting projects that integrate design thinking with emerging technologies used across modern industries.
Core technologies students use:
- Laser cutters for precision manufacturing and rapid prototyping
- 3D printers to design and fabricate complex 3D models
- Vinyl cutters for product branding, signage and custom graphics
- Arduino microcontrollers for electronics, robotics and automation projects
- Tinkercad and Autodesk Inventor for 3D modelling, CAD and virtual prototyping
- Adobe Illustrator for professional digital graphics and vector design
- Python programming for automation, data handling, logic and computing concepts
Signature STEM Projects
Edge-Lit Acrylic Sign Project
Students create a professional illuminated display sign by integrating:
- Adobe Illustrator vector design
- Laser-cut acrylic fabrication
- Custom LED electronics and circuitry
- Branded graphic elements using vinyl and laser etching
Mechatronics/Autonomous RoboticsStudents design, build and code robots using:
- Arduino sensor systems
- Motors, servos and control logic
- Tinker CAD circuit simulation
- Autonomous behaviour programming (line following, obstacle detection, etc.)