Nexgen Incursions
“Education is the most powerful weapon that we can use to change the world”
~ Nelson Mandela ~
“Extremely helpful instructors and gave really valued guidance, making the experience very much so enjoyable and can’t wait to continue doing more of Nexgen.”
“Awesome! I would definitely recommend this program to other schools.”
“A fantastic incursion, I wish it was something we could do more often.”
3D Modelling & 3D Printing
Commercial 3D Printing has been with us for about 35 years and yet it is still brand new to the overwhelming majority. We believe it is the singlemost creative process that we have ever come across, that every student should have access to a 3D printer & should be taught how to use it.
Our 3D modelling incursion gives students both a fascinating, fun and practical introduction to the subject. Students are inducted into the use of 3D modelling software and then design their own “bobble-head”, complete with spring and base - all 3D printed. The bobble-head is a work of art & engineering and your students will love it! Models may be printed by you or by Nexgen.
Students are also given a tour of a working 3D printer, shown how additive manufacturing works and are invited to ask questions about careers in the industry.
In addition, we could potentially organised a trip for your students to see large commercial 3D printers in action!
If you are interested in running this incursion at your school, click the button below. You can also download further details by clicking the ‘Download Brochure’ button.
Rover Robotics
If you want to teach STEM in a fun and engaging way, robotics is an excellent choice that provides you with many opportunities to integrate technology into the wider curriculum. Any robot will do, but one built with STEM education in mind and preferably not an off-the-shelf ‘black box’.
Our brand new robotics incursion features the all new Nexgen Rover (v4). Designed for ALL students (not just students studying technology), it is a great way to generate interest in robotics and coding, but also an excellent platform for strengthening STEM skills such as design, critical thinking and problem solving. In this incursion, students investigate all aspects of the robot. Tasks are differentiated from basic to advanced and are completed through a series of coding challenges in the Arduino environment.
In addition, we could potentially organised a trip for your students to see industrial robots in action!
If you are interested in running this incursion at your school, click the button below. You can also download further details by clicking the ‘Download Brochure’ button.