Student Workshops

This workshop offers students a unique opportunity to explore exemplars of emerging technologies, encompassing 3D Printing (Metal & Plastic), CNC Machining, and Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing. Additionally, attendees will observe the operation of a live 3D Printer in action.

Furthermore, participants will be treated to a succinct presentation on Allentronics, detailing its mission and Jack's narrative. Within this presentation, attendees will be encouraged to engage in a comprehensive dialogue encompassing the featured technologies, potential engineering career pathways, and entrepreneurial pursuits.

The primary objective of these workshops is to ignite curiosity and cultivate awareness surrounding these nascent technologies, concurrently delivering an immersive and practical initiation into the realm of manufacturing.

Educational institutions presently offering coursework in 3D Printing, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), or other STEM disciplines will notably benefit from these sessions. Real-time, interactive design critiques will be furnished to students, illustrated through real-world instances. Examples include hinge design and articulated components, press-fit assemblies, and other design concepts. Moreover, educational organsiations lacking access to in-house 3D printing facilities stand to gain from our specialised 3D Printing services tailored for schools, thereby furnishing students with a tangible comprehension of the fabrication process.  

Our electrical engineering workshops provide in-depth and interactive introductions to all aspects of electronics. From basic components and timers circuits to computer programming and microcontrollers, students will be exposed to the though process used by engineers. 

Currently we offer MicroBit workshops where students can build a range of projects using simple block code using the microcontrolers range of in-built sensors including, temperature, accelerometer, tilt and more. Additionally, the boards have bluetooth and radio transmitters allowing for communication between microcontrollers. 

The Arduino workshop offers students a hands-on experience in electronics and programming. Students explore the versatile Arduino platform, learning the basics of circuitry, coding in languages like C++, and controlling components such as LEDs and sensors. Emphasising creativity and problem-solving, the workshop encourages collaboration on team projects. By the end, students not only gain a basic understanding of Arduino but also complete a project, fostering a passion for technology and innovation.

This workshop is an example of a highly interactive and hands-on opportunity for students to experiment with electronics. The content covered within this workshop is enough to spark a strong and impactful passion for electronics for students of all abilities.