Brian Caffrey with his Hexacopter invention .

Technology Education Exhibit Showcases Innovative Student Designs

Monday, 30th April 2012 Tags: Technology education, Seamus Gordon, University of Limerick, UL, Senior lecturer, Department of Design and Manufacturing Technology,

The exhibit showcased the work of over 130 Technology and Education students, displaying their completed Final Year Projects.

Ranging from the development of novel aircraft to the crafting of high quality ornaments and furniture, the projects all had an emphasis on contributing to the professional development of Technology Teachers.

Seamus Gordon, Senior Lecturer, Department of Design and Manufacturing Technology said “UL is the main provider in the state for teachers of technology subjects and their project work reflects the diversity of the subjects they teach in the classroom.”

Patrick Doyle from Cappamore, Co. limerick presents his Podium Project to Ul President professor Don Barry. Patrick chose to donate the podium to UL.

 

Pictured (from left): Patrick Doyle presents his hand-crafted podium to UL President Professor Don Barry , Donal Canty, Lecturer , Department of Design and Manufacturing Technology.