Questacon Technology Learning Centre
Inspiring people to consider technology engineering careers is essential for the long term future of our nation.
Questacon — The National Science and Technology Centre strives to promote greater understanding and awareness of science and technology within the community with a commitment to making that experience fun, interactive, and relevant. The new Questacon Technology Learning Centre (QTLC) will stimulate an interest and awareness of the way things are made, show how components fit together and demonstrate how innovation can solve everyday problems—from simple devices to higher end technology.
The QTLC will help develop skills and an understanding of manufacturing processes by immersing secondary school students in ideas, tools and creativity. Young people will be encouraged to have a go at making things and be inspired to pursue careers in technology and engineering. Programs will also be offered in metropolitan and regional communities through creative, innovative events and activities based on design and create workshops, national challenges and teacher training. Videoconference and web technologies will extend the new Centre's activities to students and special interest groups across Australia.
The QTLC will have a small public exhibition space that unpacks the narrative of the innovation and manufacturing process from concept to production and showcase items made in Australia. As a new facility for technology learning, QTLC will act as a hub for national educational activities in partnership with many different organisations.
The QTLC will open to the public in early 2013.
Location
Questacon Technology Learning Centre
60 Denison Street, Deakin ACT 2600
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