Australia’s Naval Shipbuilding College officially opened this week, and will provide a coordinated approach to workforce development and training across the industry.
Located at Obsborne in South Australia,
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New medical technologies research centre set up in Victoria
The Federal Government is providing $4.1 million to support a new research training centre in Victoria to develop artificial intelligence (AI) applications for medical technologies and expert training.
The
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RMIT using Altair simulation software
RMIT University is working with Altair Engineering to enable students and staff to use the company’s high-end engineering simulation design software.
The technology is used by companies including Boeing,
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New digital platform to encourage female students into STEM
The federal government will launch a digital educational toolkit to encourage Australian girls to study and pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).
The Girls in STEM Toolkit
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STEM grants open for school students
Australian school students will be able to apply for funding to participate in STEM events, following the release of the latest round of the Federal government’s sponsorship grants.
The new program offers
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Vic tech schools to deliver programs with CSIRO
Students attending Victoria’s 10 Tech Schools will have access to better learning programs thanks to a new partnership with the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO).
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Naval Shipbuilding College to train thousands of Australian students
Minister for Defence Industry, Christopher Pyne, has announced the release of a Request for Proposal for the Naval Shipbuilding College.
The Naval Shipbuilding College is a key initiative in the Naval
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AISC welcomes federal funds for shipbuilding
John Pollaers, the chairman of the Australian Industry and Skills Committee (AISC), has welcomed federal investment into “key infrastructure projects” including Australia’s $90 billion shipbuilding
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New apprenticeship trial aims to prepare for advanced manufacturing future
The federal government and business have collaborated to develop new apprenticeship models, including one aimed at preparing participants for digitised manufacturing.
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Chief scientist wants better maths skills among engineering students
Australia education system faces big challenges due to reasons including changing workforce needs.
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Training partnership to boost Australian steel industry
The Welding Technology Institute of Australia aims to develop a stronger skills base for the Australian steel industry through a partnership with TAFE NSW.
Welding Technology Institute of Australia (WTIA)
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Digitisation, desktops and developing new businesses
The way things are designed and made is being shaken up by things such as new materials and greater connectivity. Better, cheaper tools are enabling more people can start their own businesses. Brent Balinski spoke to Dassault Systemes SolidWorks CEO Gian Paolo Bassi about all this and more.
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Hacking a path forward with 3D printing classes
A 3D printing start-up wants to “educate and inspire” manufacturers and potential Makers. Brent Balinski spoke to Protoworks’ founder Hans Chang about 3D printing in businesses and schools.
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SA public schools to get 3D printing
A pilot program at 28 South Australian public schools involving 3D printing and starting first semester 2016 aims to increase student’s interest in STEM disciplines.
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UNSW opens new Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering precinct
The University of NSW officially opened its new Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Precinct last week
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Australian manufacturing set for huge shake-up, says report
A new CEDA report has raised questions about how ready Australia’s workforce is for an era of self-driving cars, hyper-connectivity and artificial intelligence. Brent Balinski spoke to the group’s CEO, Professor Stephen Martin, about what the future will hold.
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Cut tax on small business by 5pc: Bill Shorten
Labor would cut the tax on small business to 25 per cent and place a greater emphasis on science and technology, says Opposition Leader Bill Shorten.
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More STEM education won’t protect our jobs from robots
With automation and robotics implementation gaining pace, what does it mean for the human workforce?
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STEM skills crucial for workforce: research
STEM skills are highly valued by industry but there is a mismatch between the skills employers want and those of job applicants, according to new research.
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“STEM professionals are vital to our future prosperity”: BHP boss
BHP Billiton has launched a $22 million partnership with the Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute.
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