At Life Science Education Trust, we believe in providing a holistic educational experience that goes beyond traditional classroom learning. In addition to our core curriculum in animal care and management, we offer a diverse range of workshops spread across 30,000 sq. ft aimed at fostering creativity, technical skills, and innovation among our students. These workshops cover a wide array of subjects, including carpentry, metalwork, fiberglass, terracotta, robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), and animal technology. Here's a detailed overview of each workshop:
- · In our carpentry workshop, students learn the fundamentals of woodworking, including tool usage, material selection, joinery techniques, and project design.
- · Through hands-on projects, students develop practical skills in carpentry, such as measuring, cutting, shaping, and assembling wood components.
- · Students have the opportunity to create custom structures, furniture pieces, and enrichment devices for animals, applying their carpentry skills to meet specific needs in animal care facilities.
- · Our metalwork workshop introduces students to the principles of metal fabrication, welding, forging, and finishing techniques.
- · Students learn how to work with various metals, such as steel, aluminium, and copper, to create functional and decorative objects.
- · Through guided projects, students explore the application of metalwork in animal enclosure construction, equipment fabrication, and structural enhancements.
- · The fiberglass workshop provides students with hands-on experience in working with fiberglass materials for moulding, casting, and laminating applications.
- · Students learn the basics of fiberglass composite fabrication, including pattern making, mould preparation, resin application, and finishing.
- · This workshop equips students with the skills to create lightweight, durable, and weather-resistant structures, enclosures, and fixtures for animal habitats and exhibits.
- · In our terracotta workshop, students explore the art of pottery and ceramic sculpture using clay as a medium.
- · Students learn techniques such as hand-building, wheel throwing, glazing, and firing to create pottery vessels, animal feeding vessels, sculptures, and decorative elements to further accentuate the animal enclosures.
- · The workshop emphasizes creativity, craftsmanship, and cultural appreciation, with projects inspired by animal motifs, functional natural forms, and environmental themes.
- · Our robotics and AI workshop introduces students to the principles of robotics engineering, programming, and machine learning.
- · Students learn to design, build, and program robotic systems capable of performing tasks related to animal care, monitoring, and enrichment.
- · Through hands-on projects and experimentation, students explore the potential applications of robotics and AI in automating routine tasks, collecting data, and enhancing animal welfare.
- · The animal technology workshop focuses on the development and use of technology-based solutions for animal care, management, and research.
- · Students learn about emerging technologies such as RFID tagging, GPS tracking, sensor monitoring, and digital imaging for animal identification, nutrition tracking, and health monitoring.
- · The workshop encourages innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration, empowering students to leverage technology to address challenges and improve practices in animal care and conservation.
