Day 3: Computer Science and Information Technology: Multiple concurrent workshops
Program
| TIme | Activity Stream A | Location | Activity Stream B | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:45am – 9:00am | Arrival + registration | Liveris Forecourt | Arrival + registration | Liveris Forecourt |
| 9:00am – 10:30am | Study fresh | 47A-249 | Tech the lead + campus tour | 49-316/316A Advanced Engineering Building |
| 10:30am – 11:00am | Morning tea | Natural Amphitheature + UQ Life | Morning tea | Natural Amphitheature + UQ Life |
| 11:00am – 12:30am | Binary coding + campus tour | 49-313A Advanced Engineering Building | Study fresh | 47A-249 Sir James Foots |
| 12:30am – 1:30pm | Lunch | Natural Amphitheature + UQ Life | Lunch | Natural Amphitheature + UQ Life |
| 1:30pm – 2:30pm | Tech the lead | 49-316/316A Advanced Engineering Building | Binary coding | 49-313A Advanced Engineering Building |
| 2:45pm | Depart UQ | Liveris Forecourt | Depart UQ | Liveris Forecourt |
Workshop details
Study fresh
Have you ever walked into a room and thought wow, this room is stuffy, even though the air conditioner is on?
Did you know that improving indoor air quality can have a positive impact on cognitive and academic performance? This all has to do with the indoor air quality (IAQ) of the room. We can measure IAQ by measuring the level of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the air.
Students will become computing professionals and create an indoor air quality detection device to test the air quality of their classroom by programming Raspberry Pi’s. In this session, students will discover:
- The importance of indoor air quality
- How to program a Raspberry Pi using Python
Binary coding
Computer languages are often referred to as Python, C#, Cobol and more, the computer’s original language is very basic and binary, 1’s and 0’s.
In this workshop students will learn the basic of binary coding and how to create their own code. From there, they will design their own personalised wristband using the code.
Tech the lead
An interactive workshop where students explore how AI and Data Science are transforming sport.
Students learn the basics of Machine Learning and build their own image recognition model using Google Teachable Machine™, learning how data is used to solve problems, make decisions, and power technologies used in sport and everyday life.
About Engineering, Design and Computing School Holiday Program
The School Holiday Program introduces Year 9 and 10 students to Engineering, Design and Computing.
Students will learn to think like engineers, architects, designers, urban planners and computing professionals through hands-on workshops and presentations led by our lecturers and Student Ambassador team. They will also have the chance to explore the campus and discover everything UQ has to offer.
Here’s what you’ll get into:
- Hands-on workshops: Work on real university projects, experiment, solve problems and challenge your brain.
- Connect with experts: Meet UQ students and academics who are pros in their fields, ready to share insights and answer your questions.
- Check out the UQ St Lucia campus and our amazing facilities: Learn in the same labs and spaces where our own UQ students work and bring ideas to life every day.
Date and time
- June 30 - July 3, 2026
- 8:45am - 3pm
Cost
$35 (+GST) per day.
Registration
Registrations are now open. Register here.
Important information
- Please note each workshop has a max capacity, and registrations will close once this number is reached.
- Students do not need to prepare anything before attending our workshops.
- Students can bring their own lunch or buy lunch from one of the food outlets on campus.
- Attendees are expected to stay with the group for the entire day.
- Images and videos may be taken for the use of marketing purposes, please advise event staff via email should you not want your or your childs photo taken.
Event enquiries
Please get in touch with the Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology Outreach and Engagement team at outreach@eait.uq.edu.au
