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Graphics Technology
- General Sites & Portals for Graphics Technology :
- All Graphic Design
‘All Graphic Design Resources Directory is a Portal of Graphics Software Resources, Desktop Publishing [DTP] Tools, Graphics & Graphic Design Resources & Links to Tutorials for Image Editing …’ and that is just for starters ! The site is quite huge in its scope. - Australian Graphic Design Association
Articles, news, links, educational information, weekly bulletin, jobs and Links. - Computer Animation Tutorials
‘Here you will find step-by-step guidelines on how to create simple computer animations. These tutorials are broken down into 2D and 3D animation, and range in levels from Beginner through Intermediate and Advanced.’ - Design - Drawing
A design e-zine. News items, articles, book and software, CAD program reviews and hints relating to programs. - Graphics
Links to aspects of the K-10 NSW Graphics Technology area. - Graphics.com
‘The shared resource for creative design.’ Includes news, tips, forums [including Graphic Design], blogs, downloads, gallery of samples, resources, newsletters and links. Covers various aspects of graphics and graphics programs. - How Web Animation Works
Includes introductory information, the evolution of web animation, information about animated GIFs, Flash Shockwave, dynamic HTML and examples. - Trop Jr.
‘Trop Jr is a short filmmaking competition open to kids aged 15 years and younger. So if you are a budding young filmmaker - or just want to have some fun with your friends - grab a camera and start shooting your masterpiece !’ - Graphical Communication :
- Graphic Comm Central
‘The portal for graphic communication education and training.’ Has activities, articles, news, curriculum materials and ways to implement these. US based but still eminently usable. A huge range of Virtual Tutorials are available. Senior secondary and tertiary oriented but material also applies to lower levels. - Virtual Tutorials
‘The Virtual Tutorials contains hundreds of useful online instructional tutorial.’ Select from the listed programs. - Graphics Standards & Conventions :
- Formal Drawing
Techniques
‘The main ones are isometric projection, planometric projection, perspective drawing, and - for working drawings - orthographic projection, section drawings and assembly drawings.’ - Technical Drawing [Manual]
Pre-CAD methodology, but still usable, and being used. - Technical Drawing
A brief summary, with embedded links from Wikipedia. - Technical
Drawing - Engineering Drawing
Linked from the About site. Links for a range of technical drawing topics. - TEFA Links
Technology links. Browse to find those applying to Technical Drawing. - Specific Areas of Study :
- Architect Studio 3D
‘On this Web site, you can design a house, walk through it in 3D, and then share it with the world. You can also learn more about architecture, past and present, and explore Frank Lloyd Wright’s life and work.’ - Design Handbook : Engineering Drawing and Sketching
‘The purpose of this guide is to give you the basics of engineering sketching and drawing.’ See Resources section og main menu. From MIT. - Making Maps Easy to Read
‘This research on cartographic communication is divided into six sections’ including typography, symbols, eye movement and more. - Techniques & Technology :
- 3D Model Builder
[3D e-Learning Program for Individuals and Educators]
‘This site is dedicated to teaching the fundamentals of 3D Graphics, the core technology that drives all 3D systems including PlayStation, XBox and your home PC. There are 2 courses on offer. The first course, 3D Graphics 101, teaches core concepts and develops core skills. The follow on course, 3D Graphics 102, introduces advanced concepts and methods used in 3D graphics. Anyone can take the course and all resources are Freely available online. All you need is a Windows PC and the Internet.’ Australian. - Animator v. Animation
A Flash presentation of both technique and tools. Quite a good introduction to the process. - AutoCAD
Tutorial Home Page
‘This [sic] tutorials contains helpful information for getting started with AutoCAD software. They are designed to be part of an introductory course in technical graphics.’ 6 Tutorials. - Design Tutorials
‘Graphic Design and Web Design Tutorials’. Tutorials for a range of programs and specific techniques. - Drawing In One-Point Perspective
‘Step-by-step instructions for basic one-point are presented on this site. The first section presents key concepts.’ - Flash Kit
An extensive collection of links to all aspects of Flash design and development. Browse for exactly what you want to use. - Tech Training
From KidzOnline. A range of streaming video tutorials on areas such as animation, audio, video, imaging, webpage creation. There are also a range of ‘channels’ relating to aspects of technology skill development. - Woodweb Woodworking Software
A range of Freeware, shareware, demo software for all aspects of woodworking. Also has links to Business & Productivity and CAD software.
Industrial Technology
- Design & Designing
Includes communication of ideas and processes. - Core 77
‘Industrial Design supersite.’ Articles, blogs, photo galleries, software & technology, materials and more. A vast collection of information. - Core 77 Links page
This is quite extensive and encompassing. - General Sites & Portals for Industrial Technology :
- Ceramics Today
Everything about ceramics from antiques to virtual ceramics and everything in between. The History & Archaeology section is particularly interesting. - How Everyday Things Are Made
‘If you’ve ever wondered how things are made - products like candy, cars, airplanes, or bottles - or if you’ve been interested in manufacturing processes, like forging, casting, or injection molding, then you’ve come to the right place. AIM has developed an introductory website for kids and adults showing how various items are made. It covers over 40 different products and manufacturing processes, and includes almost 4 hours of manufacturing video.’ - Industrial Technology [Studentnet]
A collection of annotated links from Studentnet, the Independent Schools resource web. - INTAD
[Industrial Technology and Design Teachers’ Association, Queensland]
‘Browse INTAD Web Resources Database.’ Access the alphabetical groupings of annotated links covering all aspects of both Industrial and Design Technology. - National Institute of Standards and Technology
While US, there is a range of information of interest particularly in the areas of standards and measurements. News section keeps people up to date with the latest discoveries and events. - Properties & Applications of Materials :
- Timber :
- Australian Wood Review
Pages from the magazine, books, tools, coming shows, competitions. - Australian Woodworker Magazine
Magazine, project plans, resources, bookshop and wood & timber information. - Fine Wood Working
Includes skills & techniques, tool guide, materials, projects & designs and a gallery [by type, style, form, periods, regions and Inspired By] , workshop, magazine and store. - Timber.net.au
‘Information pertaining to timber, its properties and applications. You will find a lot of information to download in the Downloadable Documents Section, listed under Technical information.’ Technical and practical information, timber species information, industry news, suppliers, other information. - Woodlink
Victorian Woodworker’s Association. Links to timbers, suppliers, related arts, Australian Timbers & Forests, links, health and safety and introduces Australian woodworkers. - Woodworking Australia
Links to woodwork in Australia. - Geoff’s Woodwork
For students who are doing woodwork. Ideas and helps develop skills. UK based. - Wood Online
Linked to Wood magazine. Free and Fee-based plans. - Woodworking
WannaLearn tutorial. Covers books, links, Free instructional sites. - Woodweb
Resources including software/directory/Wood Doctor/… , Project Galleries, Vast Knowledge Base, multiples forums with topic focus, product directory, and virtually everything else you could want to know about wood and woodworking. - Metals :
- Metal Spinners Association
Covering ‘Spinning, Hydroforming, Expanding, Forming, Stamping, Roll-forming, Welding, Machining, Turning, 3D Laser Machining and Sheet Metal Fabrications.’ - Welding Industries of Australia
Includes a range of products, technical support, news, involvement in motor sports and more. - Australian Mines & Metals Association
Covers news, about the AMMA and its services, training, publications, Work Choices and links to other sources. - Metal Minutes
‘Metal Minutes® Online is published monthly to provide news, information and case studies for heat treating equipment and non-ferrous melting topics.’ - Polymers :
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Plastics.org
This website contains a wide range of information on the scientific and industrial aspects of plastics technology. Includes databases, tutorials, resources and information on applications - PlasticsEurope
‘PlasticsEurope represents the plastics manufacturers in Europe. The association has more than 60 member companies.’ Directories include Discover Plastics, Plastics & the Environment, Plastics & Sustainable Development. There is also an extensive education section that includes an education pack covering 8 sections related to plastics and plastics usage. - Polymers
Well annotated links to a range of sites providing tutorials and resources about polymers [including plastics]. Now called a ‘Subject Pack’. From Intute [previously SOSIG] - Plastics & Chemicals Industry Association of Australia
Educational information, sustainability, responsible care, recycling, other links, chemicals and more can be found here. - National Plastics Centre, The
A large education section includes distance learning programs, special program and discussion forum. The Community section is a must visit area. - Safety Practices for Work Environments :
- Advice
for Technology Teachers
From the NSW Department of Education. Downloadable materials as well as on site information. You should also check the Learning to Work Safely : Student Activities page for appropriate material for Years 7 to 12. There are also links to suitable resources. - Occupational
Health & Safety
Fact sheets on a variety of topics relating to work place management. - Onguard Safety Training & OzTutor Folio Resources
This site has programs covering safety training [including OH & S], folio assistance [design, technology & visual arts] and hazards related to the technology curriculum and appropriate avoidance training. Programs are Fee-based but well within the scope of schools. - National Safety Magazine
Featured topics, news and more. - Workcover [NSW]
One state scheme promoting health and safety at work and providing a compensation scheme in the event of injury. Each state/territory would have a similar scheme. - Australian Safety and Compensation Council
Includes Health & Safety Topics, Workers’ Compensation, News & Events and more. - Materials Safety :
- CCOHS
Replaces the previous Cornell site. In addition to the MSDS, there are is information on chemicals, reference materials and other data collections. - Environmental Health & Safety
‘Following is a list of Freeware that provides information on material safety data sheets [MSDSs]. To learn more about a particular item, click on the item name. To download a software product or visit an interactive web site, click on “download” or “view”, respectively.’ - MSDS Search 2006
Search through a huge range of information that includes databases, a variety of tools, software sources and more. - Where to Find MSDS on the Internet
An extensive collection of link directories for information of various kinds about MSDSs. - Studies in Specific Areas :
- Automotive :
- Australian Automotive
Links
A series of links created by TAFE New South Wales. - Car Design News
‘The leading online resource for automotive design.’ Information on designers, careers, forums, processes, general news, … - Building & Construction :
- Advanced Buildings : Technologies & Practices
‘90 technologies and practices that improve the energy and resource efficiency of commercial and multi-unit residential buildings’. Case studies and information sources. - Building & Utilities
‘Standards Australia’s Building & Utilities division is the largest area of standardization. It develops a range of fundamental engineering Standards, which underpin the modern construction industry and add to the safety, efficiency and cost-effectiveness of engineering in Australia.’ - K-12 Built Environment Education
‘Built Environment Education [BEE] is a project of the RAIA that delivers information for primary and secondary schools on the human-made environment and it can include town plans, roads, buildings, sculpture, and even parks etc.’ A glossary and bibliography can be downloaded in .pdf format. - Photography
For information about all aspects of photography, resources, tutorials, etc., go to the Photography page on this website. - Techniques & Technology :
- Artifice
Creators of design software. Download a Free light version of their Design Workshop that lets you do wonderful design activities. - Ceramic Art Technique Guide
Techniques from Hand Building through to Tool Making. - Ceramic Forming Techniques
Information regarding techniques, with a particular emphasis on slip casting. From wikipedia. - Kelvin
A US based supplier of resources for practical work in many areas of technology including several specifically in the industrial technology area. The range has to be seen to be believed. Worth at least looking at and drawing inspiration from, if not purchasing. - This to That
What glue to stick any two things together. - Tools, Machinery & Processes :
- Building & Construction
Toolbox
Listing of skills associated with the building industry. Information and resources. - International Internet Leathercrafter’s Guild
Access the Leather Knowledge Base, use the links listing, news, other information. - Tutorials & Lessons
From Needlepoint. A selection of tutorials and links to a vast range of other timber activities including use of tools. - Welding Technology Institute of Australia
Has Free technical guidance notes, news, downloadable documents, a range of useful publications [Fee-based] and Useful Links.
Information & Software Technology
- Artificial Intelligence
Includes simulation, modelling, … . - AI depot
Multiple tutorials on various aspects of AI. Created by a range of authors. There are also links from the page to other aspects of AI. - AI on the Web
‘This page links to 868 pages around the web with information on Artificial Intelligence. Some of the links will pop up additional information when you move the mouse over them.’ Done in 15 major directories, each with multiple sub-directories. - AI Toolkit
Software package [Free]. Has comprehensible training modules, interactive graphical interfaces and provides hands-on examples of applying AI techniques to research problems. - AI Topics, Welcome to
‘A dynamic library of introductory information about Artificial Intelligence.’ From ‘agents’ via philosophy and history to the ‘Turing Test’. - Artificial Intelligence [1]
Gives information on AI and the effects/possible effects on humans. There are also links to news and other AI sites. - Artificial Intelligence [2]
A text presentation with embedded links to people, research, discoveries, etc.. - Artificial Intelligence [3]
A good introduction from Wikipedia. Both embedded and external links provide further information. - Artificial Intelligence FAQs
Done at Stanford University. Starts right at the beginning with ‘What is Artificial Intelligence ?’. - Artificial Intelligence : History Highlights and Outlook
‘Until 2000 or so, most AI systems were limited and based on heuristics. In the new millennium a new type of universal AI has gained momentum. It is mathematically sound, combining theoretical computer science and probability theory to derive optimal behavior for robots and other systems embedded in a physical environment.’ Extensive coverage of both areas. - Branches of AI
Done at Stanford University. ‘Some of these may be regarded as concepts or topics rather than full branches.’ - new !International Society of Artificial Life
A wide range of links including areas such as competitions, software and pods, and a range of general links. - KurzweilAI
News, articles, links to related areas, spotlight on a topic, visions of the future, nanotechnology and further sections to check. - PC AI
‘Provides the latest information on intelligent applications and artificial intelligence. Online issues include tutorials, new product announcements, buyer’s guides, as well as examples of successful uses of these technologies to solve real world problems.’ - Theory of Universal Learning Machines …
[& Universal AI]
A good, basic coverage of this area with further links to related aspects. - Career Opportunities :
- Careers Online
Advice and tools for helping you with career exploration and more. - Work Effectively …
[In an Information Technology Environment]
‘On completion of this unit, learners should be competent in assimilating into an information technology environment. This is fundamental for working in an organization.’ Covers everything from careers to getting on with people. - General Sites & Portals :
- Australian Computer Society
- Betts Computers
‘A Free technology learning resource’. Covers senior secondary courses [New South Wales based, but applicable in other states and territories], incorporating all course aspects. Some pages require registration but all resources are Free. - CBHS Computing Information
Australian. Information covering curriculum with links in topics. Very worthwhile. - Computer Ethics, Welcome to
A Thinkquest site. Literally everywhere, but are we using them in an appropriate and positive way ? Looks at this question and covers copyright to privacy. - Computer Studies Resources
A listing of annotated links from the Association of Independent Schools StudentNet. Covers from glossaries and ethics to history. - Computing Studies
Notes, information and links developed by Muirfield HS in New South Wales. - devx
‘The know-how behind application development.’ A wealth of information, essentially only for senior students. - HSC [NSW] In formation Processes & Technology Site
Has a range of topics and resources from information system databases to multimedia systems. Well worth visiting. - HSC [NSW] Software Design & Technology Site
Has a range of topics and resources including the development & impact of software solutions. Well worth visiting. - Software Engineering Resources
A vast listing of annotated links grouped under a range of headings. Includes software, articles, information and more.
Highly recommended. - Solid State Technology Association [JEDEC]
‘The leading developer of standards for the solid-state industry … publications and standards that they generate are accepted throughout the world. All JEDEC standards are available online, at no charge.’ - TEFA Links
Technology links. Browse to find those applying to Computing and Technology. - Internet & Website Development :
- Cascading Style Sheets
Has annotated links to a vast array of information from an introduction through to further resources. Also links to other development programs. - HTMLementary
‘HTMLementary is a tutorial and guide to learning HTML and writing Web pages. Sample Web pages display beside your browser’s output. All HTML tags are linked to brief descriptions. Includes Free HTML editor and colour calculator.’ - JavaScript for the Total Non-Programmer
‘This tutorial will take you step by step through the fundamentals of Javascript. You will learn how to write functions, use data from text boxes, create IF-THEN conditionals, program loops, and generally make your web page smarter.’ - Thinkquest
‘ThinkQuest inspires students to think, connect, create, and share. Students work in teams to build innovative and educational websites to share with the world. Along the way, they learn research, writing, teamwork, and technology skills and compete for exciting prizes.’ Both Junior and regular levels. Some of their products have been included on this site. - Weballey
‘Web Publishing Made Easy’. Multiple HTML tutorials, web design articles, links to resources, web tools and more. - Web Pages that Suck
‘Examples of Bad Web design Technique’. The Daily Sucker, archives, information. ‘The goal is to help you design effective and aesthetically pleasing web pages. My method is to show you bad design techniques so you’ll realize what they are and not use them.’ - Working with the Web
‘Working with the Web provides a guide, recommendations and resources to support development of school policy and practices surrounding cyber safe and ethical use of the internet, management and use of the internet across the school including the school website, online legalities including digital copyright and online privacy and curriculum planning and the internet.’ - XML Files
Everything from the basics through examples, XML DTD and XML DOM, to links to related sites. - Multimedia Development :
- Australian Centre for the Moving Image
Their ‘Learn’ section has educational resources, study guides and information regarding education events as well as student and teacher programs. - Flash Kit : A Flash Developer Resource Site
Of particular value may be the tutorials [1 000+] found by scrolling down the menus on the right hand side. - Media College
‘A Free resource website providing educational and reference material in the field of electronic media. Topics covered include video & television production, audio work, still imagery & graphics, website design and more.’ Has Quick Guides, Tutorials, charts, illustrations, utilities, references. - Tutorials
While done for tertiary level, these may also be suitable for senior secondary students. Covers multiple areas including Dreamweaver, Flash and Windows Movie Maker among others. - Robotics & Automated Systems :
- Australian Photonic CRC : The Light Guide
This is the archived site, as the site ceased to exist as of June 2006. It may still prove worthwhile. - new !GoRobotics.net
‘My goal for this site was to create the ultimate resource for amateur robotics, with a focus on getting beginners started.’ A wide range of articles and searchable archives by month or categories. - Learn About Robots
‘This is a place where you can learn about robots and robotics engineering. In most cases I give just a small description of each individual robot or application. I encourage you to conduct your own research on any robots you find interesting.’ - new !Links to Other Sites
A compilation of links by the University of Sydney for both research and academic sites linked to robotics. - Robocup Junior
A nationwide robotics initiative, information about robotics in Australia including applications and generic modelling, extensive links to robotic information and sites in Australia and overseas. - Robot Directory, The
‘This Web site is devoted to showcasing robots from hobbyists and professionals alike.’ Directories include sport, Lego™, Beam, Research. - Robot Hall of Fame, The
‘The Robot Hall of Fame recognizes excellence in robotics technology worldwide and honours fictional and real robots that have inspired scientific accomplishments.’ - Robotics in Australia
‘A collection of groups and projects.’ Includes name and place of groups, major topics, researchers and some of their projects. - Robotics Online
Primarily concerned with industrial robotics. Newsletters, Ask the Experts, Beginner’s Guide, Industry trends, safety training, links to other sources. - Robotics : Sensing, Thinking, Acting
The history and working of robots, Timeline, Robot art, Robotics and Ethics in the 21st Century, Control your own remotely operated vehicle [requires Shockwave]. - Robot Information Central
Just check the range of information on this site ! It is quite breathtaking. Start with the Robot FAQs, find the chronology of robots, robot competitions, even find robot toys and the sections simply go on and on.
Excellent ! - Robots.net - Robot News
‘The place to read the lastest news on robots, robot competitions, cognitive science, and other cool stuff.’
Highly Recommended ! - Software Development & Programming :
- KidBASIC
‘An easy to use version of BASIC designed to teach young children the basics of computer programming. It’s a strictly line-oriented language, which helps kids easily see how program flow-control works. It has a built-in graphics mode which lets them draw pictures on screen in minutes, and a set of detailed, easy-to-follow tutorials that introduce programming concepts through fun exercises.’ - Software Design & Development
Extensive range of quality links covering this and grouped under headings such as Interface Design, Dataflow Diagrams, etc..
Highly recommended. - The Language Guide
Looks at 40 different programming languages from Ada to XML. Each looks at its history, significant features, areas of application, samples, links and references. - WebReference.com
Newsletters [Free], information on specific programming languages, reference sources, coding tools, articles and more.
Well worth visiting. - Tutorials :
- Good Tutorials
[21 487 tutorials listed at time of inclusion]
Covers a range of IT areas from CSS and HTML through to Photoshop and Ruby. - Total Tutorial
This is the Categories page and lists areas as diverse as specific programs like Dreamweaver through to general areas such as CSS/HTML, ASP, MySQL and more. - Tutorialized
[Where Everything is a Tutorial]
Covers 2D/3D graphics, web development, video editing, operating systems, databases and much more.