TEAM - A Hands On Experience

Event is FULL - Currently not accepting registrations

FULL - Half Day AM Sessions

Session Descriptions

Wood Finishing Products and Techniques

A well-crafted woodworking project can be ruined by poor finishing products and techniques. A poorly crafted project can look like a beautiful heirloom piece if the right products and techniques are applied. This theory based session will look at different types of wood finishing products and different ways to apply them. This session will not be looking at artistic styles and techniques. Information about the composition of various types of finishes will be looked at and the pros and cons of different types of products for different types of applications will be covered. Topics covered will include: water-based vs oil-based. Urethane, varnish, lacquer, sanding sealers, epoxy, pre-catalyzed lacquers, and shellac. Linseed oil vs Tung oil vs Danish Oil. Pigment vs Dye vs Gel stains. Wipe-on vs brush on vs spray on products. Pre-finishing, sanding, cleanup products and HVLP spray guns will also be covered.

Presenter: Jerrod Kusyk
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Thinking about Getting a Laser Cutter? (Intro to Laser Cutting)

In this presentation we will be discussing why you should get a laser cutter for your classroom and the capabilities that they have. We will compare different brands, models, and software; look at potential projects; and explain the details of purchasing a laser. We will end the workshop with a demonstration that shows how easy and fun it is to use a laser cutter in the classroom.

Presenter: TBA
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Printer Cutter

This will be an introductory session on the basic uses and implementation of a printer cutter within a graphics lab. We will discuss Versaworks software to print, Adobe Illustrator for creating a CutContour, as well as different media types and uses.

Presenter: Kevin Kriss
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Vex Robotics

In this session we will be building and driving a base bot using the VEX IQ product. We will explore VEXcode and create some simple block code programs for the base bot to run. We will review and explore several of the VEX STEM LABS and various other VEX resources.

Presenter: Jeremy Campbell

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Outdoor Cooking Experience

Outdoor cooking experience are great for year end and wellness activities with classes. Many students fabricate wood burning smokers every year in our Metals lab. Come discuss the process of building smokers and well as sharing recipes. We will be discussing smoke pork shoulders and smoked pizzas. Tasting included.

Presenters: JL Suszko and Gino Masi

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Just 3D Print It!

Learn all about 3D printers,CAD design, how to maintain your 3D printers, the differences between 3D printing materials and a quick demonstration of a 3D scanners.

Presenter: Edward Van Zyl

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An Infusion of Actua STEM Education and Industrial Arts

In this session, participants will explore a variety of technovation stations, which are stations that leverage technology tools and engage students in innovation. These stations will allow participants to immerse themselves in fun and engaging STEM learning activities aligned with Manitoba's Grades 6-12 curriculum, such as block coding and tech-assisted design challenges. Participants can expect to leave this session having been introduced to Actua, Canada’s leading STEM education outreach organization; having gained a better understanding of the various tech tools available to teachers; and knowing how these can be used to create locally relevant STEM activities for a variety of learning environments.

Presenters: Joel Serrano and Reese Braden

FULL - FULL DAY - Leather Wallet Session

Participants will learn about ordering materials through local suppliers, tools required for starting leather in their shop as well as the process of cutting, stitching and finishing leather. This will be an all day session, all tools will be provided by the session coordinators.

Presenters: Justin Willems

Location: Windsor Park Collegiate, 1015 Cottonwood Road, Winnipeg, MB

Time: 9:30 am - 2:30 pm

Suitable for: All Educators

FULL - FULL DAY- Beading and Making of Metis Octopus Bag

Participants will be able to make a felt octopus bag as well as learn how to do bead work on their projects. Coordinators will speak about how to start incorporating indigenous and Metis projects in your classroom, where to buy supplies and help get teachers started in bringing in more hands-on projects into their classrooms.

Presenters: Joshua Pruden, Charla Hum, Ried Bouvier

Location: Windsor Park Collegiate, 1015 Cottonwood Road, Winnipeg, MB

Time: 9:30 am - 2:30 pm

Suitable for: All Educators

FULL - Half Day PM Sessions

Session Descriptions

Middle Years Sheet Metal Project Share

Several project ideas for a middle years metals class will be shared, including templates and tips to complete projects with middle years. Feel free to bring in any sample projects or pictures of projects you wish to share with others!

Presenter: Jerrod Kusyk
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Guitar Jam

Music is a way to destress after a day of teaching. Come meet other teachers with a similar passion. Pick up a guitar play and connect with others.

Presenter: Jeff Hunter
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I Got a Laser Cutter...Now What?

Is your laser cutter staring at you, asking you to play with it? But are all the buttons and flashing lights are too intimidating? This PD is designed for you! This workshop will dive into setting up, maintenance, and safety involved with the use of laser cutters/engravers. Participants will then observe several possible materials that can or cannot be used in the laser machines. In addition to the demonstrations, we will connect the usable materials to class specific and cross curricular applications in schools.

Presenters: Joel Serrano and Reese Braden

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Fusion 360 in the Classroom

Initial setup and use of fusion 360 in the classroom. We will explore the one stop all aspects program covering topics that include modeling for use with CNC router or Plasma cutting, 3d printing, PCB circuit boards and more. Fusion 360 is a program that is accessible to all educators.

Presenter: David Bean

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Vex Robotics

In this session we will be building and driving a base bot using the VEX IQ product. We will explore VEXcode and create some simple block code programs for the base bot to run. We will review and explore several of the VEX STEM LABS and various other VEX resources. Those who took the morning Vex session will have the option to continue exploring with robots.

Presenter: Jeremy Campbell

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Modernizing Safety Signage and Safety Tests for Industrial Art Teachers

RRC Industrial Arts Teacher ed has been developing a set of safety documents. The goal is to create a modernized and standardized set of tool signage and safety tests that will be distributed to industrial arts teacher to use in their classes. A modern prototype of a safety sign template has been created that follows current safety standards (ANSI, CSA), directly references SWPs, and meet the recommendations of Safe Work MB. In this session the safety sign prototype and safety test template will be shared with the opportunity for feedback and discussion aimed at improving the design.

Presenters: Rene Perrin and Matt Patrician