Uni engineers a fun day of learning for youngsters
TRINITY St David University’s Construction Wales Innovation Centre (Cwic) welcomed 70 pupils from local schools for a day of civil engineering fun, learning, and a bridgebuilding challenge.
The event, part of the Institution of Civil Engineers (Ice) Wales Cymru Engineering Team Challenge, was one of a number being held across the country, and helped to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Ice in Wales.
The event included talks by Professor Michael Fernando, dean of the Faculty of Architecture, Computing and Engineering at Trinity St David, and Ioan Jenkins, development director at Swansea’s Tidal Lagoon.
Luke Cook, event organiser said: “I was delighted to help facilitate an event that demonstrates the commitment of the construction industry in Wales to developing and nurturing those young people who will shape the industry for years to come.
“It was also especially heartening to see the significant number of girls who participated in the day, suggesting that old preconceptions are being challenged by both the industry and educational institutions.”
The year 9 students from Bishop Gore, Bishop Vaughan, Morriston, Llangatwg and Dwr-y-felin comprehensives, Ysgol Gyfun Ystalyfera and Ysgol Gyfun Hirwaun also had some hands-on experience during a tour of the Faculty of Architecture, Computing and Engineering in the university’s new IQ building.
Cwic director Gerald Naylor said: “Cwic was delighted to host this exciting event for the first time at the new Cwic Hub, and it was clear the school pupils not only enjoyed the experience, but they also learned a lot about the civil engineering industry and the range of job roles.”