Must-See Museums in Perth
Dr Steve Mackay26 April, 2018
With the weather cooling down as winter approaches Perth, it’s time to find some good indoor activities. Why not visit some of our museums? With subjects ranging from vintage video games and cricket, to trains and submarines, there’s something for everyone. The Nostalgia Box Video Game MuseumThis museum showcases over...Read More
A brief glimpse into Engineering AI
Dr Steve Mackay20 April, 2018
It was once the stuff of science fiction novels and films, but artificial intelligence and robot sentience are here and developing fast. A range of experts are responsible, including engineers. This burgeoning reality is presenting the world with advantages that cannot be understated, but we also need to remain vigilant....Read More
Grammar 101 – A presentation packed with grammar hints and tips
Dr Steve Mackay18 April, 2018
The staff at EIT in Perth, Western Australia recently participated in a grammar workshop presented by Danielle Techera our Project and Resources Officer.If you are looking for some hints and tips on how to improve your English grammar please watch this informative PowerPoint presentation. This is an embedded Microsoft Office...Read More
Perth’s Best Markets
Dr Steve Mackay16 April, 2018
If you’re looking for something to do in Perth, why not check out one of our marketplaces? From souvenirs and artisan handcrafts, to fresh produce, food trucks and live entertainment, there’s something happening in every corner of the metropolitan area. Fremantle Markets The Fremantle Markets have been running for over...Read More
Engineering students invent answer to winter biking
Dr Steve Mackay16 April, 2018
As the northern hemisphere looks forward to a much deserved summer, innovators in engineering and technology are looking to make subsequent winters a little less hazardous for some. Source: Pixabay.com The engineering students at the University of Calgary in Canada are devising ways to keep cyclists and their bicycles safer...Read More
Sixteen Engineering Blunders
Dr Steve Mackay13 April, 2018
The Vasa Source: Vasa Museet This Swedish ship was constructed between 1626 and 1628 and intended to be part of the Royal Swedish Navy. However, it only got 1300 metres into its maiden voyage before it capsized and sank. King Gustavus Adolphus oversaw the project and put tight time constraints...Read More
“What a man can do, so can a woman”
Dr Steve Mackay13 April, 2018
Mulweli Yolanda Mafukata went from a high school nestled away on a farm, to studying towards a career in engineering in a big city. On the 8th of January 2018, she tweeted an image of herself on-site, wearing a hard hat, high visibility vest, and a pair of robust boots....Read More
Celebrate Youth Week WA this Weekend at the KickStART Festival
Dr Steve Mackay10 April, 2018
A free week-long festival to celebrate young Perth artists kicks off this weekend. Presented by Propel Youth Arts, the Youth Week WA KickstART Festival will feature an extensive range of workshops, performances and exhibitions. These include a sketchbook exhibition, photography, comedy and exploratory music workshops, and poetry slams. Source: Propel...Read More
Opportunities for Talented EIT Students & Graduates
Dr Steve Mackay5 April, 2018
Do you need work as a Control and Instrument Technician, Maintenance Electrician or Mechanical Technician? Z-Tech Control Systems is a UK company that provides engineering solutions for Water Utilities, Power, and Rail. They know first-hand the high quality of EIT’s students and graduates and are currently looking for talented individuals...Read More
Global Day of the Engineer: Why Our World Would End if Engineering Disappeared
Dr Steve Mackay4 April, 2018
In support of Global Day of the Engineer , we are celebrating the positive impact engineers have had on our world as we know it. Engineers aren’t just responsible for building giant skyscrapers or inventing cutting-edge technology – without engineering there would be no civilisations or infrastructure, agriculture, vehicles, tools...Read More