How to CREATE the next generation of engineers

The world needs engineers more than ever.

As we face multiple global challenges like climate change, making water cleaner, food security, cybersecurity threats and more, we need problem solvers.

So, for a university that believes in the power of creative thinking and our ability to teach it, the CREATE program is a great way to start.

The School of Engineering launched this STEM program in February 2020.

And, because universities love their acronyms, CREATE means Creating Real Engineering and Technology Experiences.

Extending young minds

CREATE is a series of challenges that support the teaching and learning of STEM subjects for Secondary School students.

All activities have been designed by School of Engineering staff with the goals and objectives of the Western Australian Year 11 and 12 curricula in mind.

And it's free!

The program targets high achieving students in Years 9 to 12.

Kids who need to be challenged and extended with concepts that are largely outside the scope of their general science and mathematics courses.

Building a bridge to university study: Collaboration is key to a successful activity at ECU's CREATE workshops.

Engineering a future career

Engineering is a vast field and ECU offers around 20 different engineering disciplines for undergraduates to specialise in.

CREATE activities give students a taste of key engineering disciplines, including Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Automation and Control, Instrumentation, Robotics, Data Processing and more.

Activities are delivered by knowledgeable staff with the support of undergraduate and postgraduate students who can also share their ECU experiences.

CREATE's challenging exercises are constantly reviewed, with new activities being added as new ideas are suggested by our industry and school partners.

How to get involved

To enquire about our CREATE program, please email the ECU School of Engineering.