Kade Molyneux, Natasha Burstein and Connor McKay with Steve Adcock.
Camera IconKade Molyneux, Natasha Burstein and Connor McKay with Steve Adcock. Credit: Supplied/Supplied

Kinross College learning has new dimension

Tyler BrownJoondalup Times

KINROSS College is experimenting with the latest trends in technology.

The school recently added a 3D printer to its technologies department, which is used as part of the Year 9 and 10 Computer Assisted Design courses.

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“Students can design a 3D model on the computer and are then able to print a 3D scale model of their design,” head of cross-curricular learning area Steve Adcock said. “This course gives students the opportunity to explore any interest they may have in the world of three-dimensional design and great experience for when they are making choices for further study.”

Year 8 student Connor McKay had the honour of creating and printing the first successful 3D model: a phone case.