New Transport Engineering Technology Centre for Wetherill park TAFE

New Transport Engineering Technology Centre forWetherill Park TAFE

New Transport and Engineering Technology Centre for Wetherill Park TAFE

The 19th June 2013, the state government announced the approval for funding which would allow the construction of the Transport and Engineering Technology Centre at Wetherill Park TAFE

“The project will shift in delivery to simulation, technology based training and industry projects. Simulation technology will be implemented across the areas of engines and transmissions, fuel systems, electronics, fluid power and driving simulation for heavy vehicles. Expansion of E-learning and the roll out of the National Broadband Network will allow SWSI to facilitate direct learning in the work place. This will allow the student to learn on the job via remote technology. It will also provide an industry training hub for the sector to advance the industry on a global front.”Extract from media release,Adrian Piccoli MP, 19/6/2013

The following slides outline the recent proposals for the Transport Engineering Technology Centre at Wetherill Park TAFE.

Plans and diagrams displayed were discussed at PCG9 (Project Control Group meeting #9) held at Wetherill Park TAFE, 19/5/14.These slides, do not represent the final design, and the images used are for illustrating ideas and concepts.

Feedback is to be channelled back to the Project officer,[email protected]


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Wetherill Park TAFE was officially opened on the 9th September 1981 by Minister for Education,the Hon. Paul Landa LL.B. M.L.C.

Today, Automotive Programs are delivered in the following locations at Wetherill Park College:

• Light Vehicle Programs delivered in CP BLOCK• Heavy Vehicle and Plant Programs delivered in:

• DP BLOCK (electrical & diesel)• H BLOCK (engines , gear boxes, and final drives)• F BLOCK (brakes, frames, hydraulics and

commercial classes)• M BLOCK (stage 1 apprentice classes)

• Auto Electrical Programs delivered in CT, CP, DP & F Blocks.

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F

M

DP

H

CT

• Staff accommodation (staff rooms and offices for head teachers, teachers and clerical support staff) for automotive programs at Wetherill Park are located on the ground and second floor of J Block, and in CT Block.

• J block also presents access issues for disabled persons wishing to visit staff accommodated on the second floor, as there are no ramps or lifts for wheel chair access.

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J

Current location of staff accommodation for automotive programs at Wetherill Park TAFE

Capital Works Overview

Construction of Transport Engineering and Technology Centre (Blocks CP & F) will include:• 9 multi purpose automotive labs,

average size 79sqm each.• Covered workshop area to be

increased from 2500sqm to over 4000sqm.

• Wi-Fi connectivity throughout workshop with charge stations for student’s e-learning devices.

• Student amenity area of approx. 80sqm with Wi-Fi access and meal preparation areas.


The capital works project also includes the refurbishment of A Block.

The refurbishment will provide new staff accommodation for Automotive Teaching staff.

Design includes:• Open plan office design• 5 offices for 10 head teachers• Workstations for 36 teachers• Formal reception for industry guests• Provisions for outdoor breakaway

area for teaching staff


The capital works project also includes the removal of the following structures .

• Y Block which will create more open space for students outside class time.

• K Block (old spray booth) and MS (storage shed) for improved street appearance

Western Elevation

This drawing is the artist’s impression of how the new centre will appear once the roof is constructed above CP & F Blocks as viewed from the service road entering from the lights at The Horsley Drive. Click here from the existing building appearance.

Western Entrance

Eastern Elevation

This drawing is the artist’s impression of how the new centre will appear once the roof is constructed above CP & F Blocks, creating a Covered Open Learning Area(COLA), as viewed from DP Block.Click here from the existing building appearance.

Western Elevation A, CP and F Blocks

This drawing is the artist’s impression of how the new centre will appear once the roof is constructed above CP and F Blocks, along with the refurbished staff accommodation in A Block as viewed from the service road entering from the lights at The Horsley Drive.

C Block Viewed from A Block

Transport Engineering Technology Centre

Utilisation of floor space in work shop is for illustrative purposes and needs to be worked through with head teachers, after a review of resources and teaching programs.

New roof, creating a Covered Outdoor Learning Space

Transport Engineering Technology Centre

A student amenities area will be created.Students will have access to:• Comfortable indoor

and outdoor areas for lunch and after class activities

• High speed Wi-Fi access for pre/post class study groups

• Kitchen facilities

3D Visual Impression from insideCP Block looking East

Existing roof materials between CP and F block to be removed with a single roof to extend over CP and F blocks creating a large flexible learning space

Over 12metres high

3D Visual Impression from insideCP Block looking East

Labs to have glass walls both on exterior walls and walls facing the workshop for lighting and security/management improvements

3D Visual Impression from insideF Block looking East

For improved lighting and energy efficiencies, roof and some exterior walls to be constructed using translucent materials. Workshop floor to be treated with a reflective finish for added improvements.

Transport Engineering Technology CentreConsiderations for the labs in CP Block include:

• New comfortable and flexible seating designs


• New comfortable and flexible seating designs• Use of glass for internal and external walls for

improved security and lighting efficiencies


• New comfortable and flexible seating designs• Use of glass for internal and external wall for

improved security and lighting efficiencies• Large, easy to view, high definition,

interactive display devices




interactive display devices• High-speed Wi-Fi connectivity for students,

with on-site server ensuring stable delivery of lessons.





with on-site server ensuring stable delivery of lessons. (“drop-outs”)

• Climate controlled class rooms for improved student comfort





with on-site server ensuring stable delivery of lessons. (“drop-outs”)

• Climate controlled class rooms for improved student comfort

• Storage cabinets that can be easily moved to suit the lessons being delivered

Accommodation for Automotive Staff

A Block will be completely refurbished, creating an open plan office for the automotive teaching staff.Main design features include:• Formal reception for

industry visitors• Work spaces for up to 36

teachers• 5 private offices for up to

10 head teachers• Staff amenities room to

accommodate 18 staff• Provisions for out door

break away area

CP BLOCK F BLOCK

Existing Workshops View from Front Service road off The Horsley Drive

NEW ROOF SPAN

CP BLOCK

Existing Workshops Viewed from the front of DP BLOCK

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