Wood turningNS705

This course aims to develop your knowledge and understanding of the functions, machining operations and safe use of wood turning machines. This course will allow teaching and support staff to successfully and safely implement lathe turning projects into the curriculum and/or deliver SQA based coursework.This two day...

Stem challenges for first and second levelNS015

This course covers a progression of STEM Challenges, suitable for Primary and ASN staff working with learners at First and Second Level.  Through experiential learning, staff will consider how to integrate STEM Challenges across the curriculum in their own settings and provide support for colleagues.The course...

Engineering bench skillsNS220

Engineering Bench Skills is the first part of modular course programme which focuses on developing key practical skills. Teachers and technicians will find these skills useful for the successful delivery of metalworking craft activities and aspects of the SQA practical metalworking course.The 2 day course will involve...

Fabrication skillsNS222

Fabrication Skills is the second part of a modular course focusing on developing practical skills. These skills are required by teachers and technicians for the successful delivery of metalworking craft activities and aspects of the SQA practical metalworking course.The course will allow technicians and teachers to...

Technology makerspaceNS224

Our Technology makerspace course has been developed specifically for technology teachers and technicians who wish to learn and develop skills in the following areas; laser cutting, 3D printing, sublimation printing and vinyl cutting. These skills are essential for anyone wishing to introduce some of these newer...

Hot and cold metal formingNS225

Hot and cold metal forming is the fifth part of a modular course focusing on developing practical skills. These skills are required by teachers and technicians for the successful delivery of metalworking craft activities and aspects of the SQA practical metalworking course.This two day course will involve learning how...

Super science and terrific technologyNS006

Through hands-on practical activities we will explore STEM concepts in the context of Curriculum for Excellence. Participants will have the opportunity to develop and encourage STEM skills with learners from early to second level. Participants will be asked to report back on what they have taken from the course and...

Welding skillsNS701

Welding skills is the fourth part of a modular course focusing on developing practical skills. These skills are required by teachers and technicians for the successful delivery of metalworking craft activities and aspects of the SQA practical metalworking course.This two day course will involve learning how to safely...

Designing a healthier and brighter future with wearable technologyRP392

As devices get smaller and integrate better with mobile technology, the wearable technology market is growing at an astonishing rate. The opportunities for innovation and problem solving are plentiful, with varied career paths open to young people. Growing evidence reports that female students involved in making and...

CLEAPSS preparation room management and health and safety for senior techniciansRP630

This one-day discussion-based course explores and shares ideas for good preparation room management. It is intended for senior technicians and those aspiring to become senior technicians.Participants are encouraged to bring along pictures of their own preparation rooms to share with the group. These could include...

Early Career secondary science network meetingRP357

The Early Career secondary science network meetings are designed to cover aspects of teaching that new teachers to the profession find most challenging. All of the network meetings support aspects of the Early Career Framework. The meetings will provide contexts of the topics being covered, underpinned by the latest...

Developing self-regulated learning and resilience in Triple Science studentsRX040

STEM Careers : Ideas, activities and supportRP384

Developing STEM in the Primary CurriculumRP020

This course will give you the chance to discover how to develop and integrate the teaching and learning of STEM within and across the primary curriculum.

Developing Learner’s Resilience and Independent Learning Skills in Post 16 ScienceRX025

Explore different methods to help learners manage the transition from level 2 (KS4) to level 3 (KS5), cope with the challenges of independent learning and develop the resilience to endure a full post-16 programme. Develop strategies to ensure that the culture of the classroom is right and that learners develop the...