The centre will include open working areas for senior school robotics, car mechanics, metalwork and timberwork classes.
The Trades Centre will incorporate cutting-edge equipment that is best practice, such as laser cutters, welders, KUKA robotics, CNC machines, drones, a water jet cutter, a 3D printer and a car hoist.
Much of the machinery will require students to learn coding to operate, therefore adding another skill that the students can use in their post-schooling life.
The new centre will also be equipped with classrooms for theory work.
CAGS principal Keith Willett believes the new Trades Centre will benefit the school's students and the local community.
“Having a trades facility of this quality on our school site will undoubtedly broaden career choices for students in our region,” he said.
“Having skilled tradespeople is critical in a rural region such as ours, so we are naturally delighted to be able to provide a facility where young people will have the opportunity to develop these important skills, hopefully leading to a career in something they feel passionately about."
CAGS careers co-ordinator Jade Drew believes the Trades Centre will be an excellent resource for the school’s growing pathways program.
“As the careers co-ordinator at CAGS, I’m thrilled about the development of our Trades Centre,” Ms Drew said.
“It’s not just about creating opportunities; it’s about empowering our students with the practical skills and experiences they need to thrive in the workforce."
Construction of the new facility will begin this year with plans for it to be up and running by 2025.
27°C