HS303 Wood & Metal Technology Learning Hub - (Small)
The Wood & Metal Technology Unit contains specialised spaces equipped for the learning and teaching of wood and metal subjects. The integrated layout enables a flow between the general learning spaces and the workshop for the processes of designing, making and appraising. The large shared workshop maximises the use of specialist equipment.
Standard Hub Layout
Wood & Metal Technology Learning Hubs
Secondary School (Small/Stream 6)
- Outdoor workshop has a direct relationship with internal workshops, material/project stores and loading dock.
- Direct access between Outdoor Covered Workshop and internal workshops via roller shutter doors is required.
- Separate material and project store rooms preferred for each workshop with external access to the outdoor covered workshop via a roller door. Roller door access allows storage of large project and bulk materials.
- Loading dock access to be designed to enable 10m rigid truck movement with entry and exit in a forward direction.
- Supervision, visibility and connectivity (direct access) between GLS and Workshops is mandatory. Internal glazing recommended.
- Direct access between GLSs is desirable.
- Distributed staff room to be located in proximity to the workshops for supervision purposes. WHS conditions of tools/equipment operation to be considered.
- Welding bay to be located inside the metal workshop for functionality and supervision purposes.
- LPG storage to be external and in proximity to metal workshop/welding bay.
- High level windows desirable to avoid distraction while using machine tools.
- Laser and 3D printer room required for digital technology subjects. This room has a direct functional relationship with GLS that includes computer equipment.
- Acoustic design input required for floors, walls, windows, outdoor workshop and dust extraction.
- Dust extraction system away from GLS areas to minimise acoustic impact, and open to outside to enable waste pick up without disruptions to class.
- Placement of large tables and machinery within workshops to ensure functionality of the space.
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The Wood and Metal General Learning Space is an adaptable learning space that accommodates a teacher’s desk and sufficient student large tables and chairs to enable a class group to be seated. There is an independent work area for individuals and pairs.
The Wood & Metal Workshop is a hands-on teaching and learning space for wood and metal uses. There is a mix of wood and metal work benches for a class group and a Machine Zone and Finishing Area are provided. There is also a height adjustable fixed bench. Internal glazing provides good visual supervision to the Wood and Metal General Learning Spaces.
The Welding/Hot Metals Area is an exhaust ducted area used for the welding of hot metals projects. Heat Treatment/Welding Benches should be provided. A Welding Curtain should be used to partition the Hot Metals from surrounding areas. This room is predominantly for teacher use or students under supervision.
The Wood & Metal Materials Store Room is dedicated to the storage of metal, wood and finishing materials used in the Wood & Metal Workshop.
The Wood & Metal Project Store Room is dedicated to the storage of student projects completed in the Wood & Metal Workshop. A variety of deep shelving units should be provided.
The Gas Store Room is a well ventilated space dedicated to the storage of gas bottles and related equipment.
A fit for purpose space to house Laser and 3D printers.
The Outdoor Covered Workshop is a well-ventilated undercover space directly accessed from the wood and metal workshops.
A separate Dust Extraction space adjacent to Materials Workshop.
The Wood & Metal Project Store Room is dedicated to the storage of student projects completed in the Wood & Metal Workshop. A variety of deep shelving units should be provided.
The Staff Study is a place for staff to prepare class activities and to assess work. Adequate workstations should be provided to accommodate all staff. Storage for shared resources should be provided for all staff to access.