2605, 2016

‘Design-Engineer- Construct’: The Engineering Challenge for Schools now SCQF credit rated

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May 26, 2016
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Design Engineer Construct!® has now been formally recognised in Scotland thanks to the key support of the Chartered Institute of Building, and is already piloting in Drummond High School in Edinburgh, Garnock Academy in Kilbirnie, and St Joseph’s Academy in Kilmarnock where student take up and attitude has been impressive. Comprising an introductory and intermediate programme of study, DEC! has been credit rated onto the SCQF by SQA’s Credit Rating

2005, 2016

Inspiring young Scottish women to choose careers in engineering

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May 20, 2016
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Female secondary school pupils are being encouraged to build careers in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) sectors thanks to a Skills Development Scotland (SDS) project. Pupils from Calderside Academy and Cathkin High School in South Lanarkshire were the latest to get hands-on industry experience with visits to employers. The visits are aimed at encouraging female pupils to widen their career options and to consider Modern Apprenticeships. Engineering firms Rolls-Royce in

2005, 2016

BBC News: Career talks ‘boost future earnings’ – research

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May 20, 2016
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Career education given to pupils in secondary school can be linked to higher earnings in adult life, according to the latest research highlighted in a BBC News report. A study published in the Journal of Education and Work suggests that better-informed teenagers are likely to make more advantageous career choices. It measures the earnings benefit as an extra £2,000 per year for every six careers sessions when aged 14 to

1005, 2016

Research digest for teachers of craft, design, engineering and graphics

Peter Murray
May 10, 2016
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This research digest has been developed to provide you with a sample of recent international literature and research related to Technologies: Craft, Design, Engineering and Graphics. www.educationscotland.gov.uk/resources/r/genericresource_tcm4875926.asp

2104, 2016

Govan High’s unique school/employer partnership programme

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April 21, 2016
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Pupils at Govan High School are given a unique opportunity to develop vital employability skills through a pre-apprenticeship training programme inspired by Peter Crawford, volunteer ‘Skills for Life’ development officer at Morris & Spottiswood. Peter’s initiative to tackle the issue of youth unemployment led to the establishment of a highly dynamic partnership programme with the local company providing expertise, equipment and hands on experience for young people considering an apprenticeship as a career pathway. The successful programme now

1804, 2016

Consultation – new “Skills for Work in the Textiles Industry” Qualification

Peter Murray
April 18, 2016
Secondary, Senior Phase, Skills, Technologies
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New textiles qualification – we need your views! Skills for Work in the Textiles Industry Working with colleagues in industry, colleges and schools, the Scottish Textiles Skills Partnership has identified an opportunity to develop a new qualification – Skills for Work in the Textiles Industry. This new award will:- introduce learners to a range of job roles within the textile manufacturing industry develop their knowledge of the journey taken by textile

2403, 2016

Agile Software Development opportunity with Industry

Peter Murray
March 24, 2016
CfE, Creativity, Digital Learning, Expressive Arts, Primary, Secondary, Skills, Technologies
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XP2016 in association with Skills Development Scotland Digital World are offering school students, P5 – P7 and S1 – S3, the exciting opportunity to take part in a free software development workshop at the International Conference on Agile Software Development in Edinburgh 24-27th May. This is the first time the digital industry has given school students the chance to take part in an industry conference. Invitation – Software Development

0203, 2016

BBC Build It Scotland

Peter Murray
March 2, 2016
Broad General Education, CfE, Creativity, Digital Learning, Primary, Secondary, Skills, Technologies
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The BBC Build It Scotland project is up and running and is a wonderful opportunity for Primary and Secondary schools to get involved with Technology and explore the Built envirnonment around them. The project is part of the Year of Innovation, Architecture and Design and the Festival of Architecture. To find out more about the Project go to www.bbc.co.uk/builditscotland where you can sign up and browse through the resource area. They

0103, 2016

Careers in Construction

Peter Murray
March 1, 2016
Attainment, Secondary, Senior Phase, Skills, Technologies
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Too often Construction is seen in terms of building, joinery, plumbing……In fact Construction affects every single person’s lives from the construction of hospitals at birth, schools through early life, homes to live in, places of work and places of worship. This then encompasses a vast range of disciplines from planning and design, architecture, restoration, project management, surveying, engineering and environmental studies. Please join us to hear from Construction Professionals about

2302, 2016

Women in Engineering event: 10 March @ City of Glasgow College

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February 23, 2016
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This one day event is aimed at ge S2 – S6 girls interested in a STEM career and combines presentations from inspirational female engineers with practical sessions in the Colleges new state-of-the-art engineering campus. Participants will be able to: Practice electronics on our award winning city bytes circuit boards Experience Mechanical and Electrical Engineering training Visit our industry standard Nautical Ship Simulator and Ships Control and Engine Room Speak to professionals and