squeeze casting: the future - International Specialised Skills Institute

Knowledge Transfer:Applying the OutcomesPrimarily, what comes to mind is the continuing problem of ‘technology transfer’ or the ‘resistance tochange’ challenge.The challenge will be to establish, develop and implement a model of training that will be best practiceand produce world standard graduates who will be both experts and leaders in using squeeze castingtechnology.• Development for manufacturing courses at TAFE/VET institutes and promote and deliverprofessional development training for practitioners in industry. Cooperation may be needed withthe relevant Industry Skills Councils.• Lobby for the development of a research practicum laboratory to further investigate and developbest practice for squeeze casting.• Participate in national forums exploring squeeze casting technology for the die casting industries.• Provide short courses tailored to the die casting industries.Distribution of this ReportThe report will be sent to Manufacturing Skills Australia (MSA), Manufacturing and Industry skills advisoryboard (MESAB), Australian Die Casting Association (ADCA), CAST CRC, die casting industries andother government, industry and education stakeholders. Dr Iyer will be available to further discussionthe issues highlighted in this report. This report will also be available through both ISS Institute andRMIT, which will facilitate the sharing of information with a broad audience.Workshops and ConferencesThere will be presentation at future ADCA meetings. Dr Iyer will also be organising a presentation forRMIT TAFE teaching staff. As RMIT is opening an Advance Manufacturing centre in the near future, thispresentation will timely.TeachingThe entire Fellowship experience has greatly influenced Dr Iyer and she is planning to share the skillsand knowledge gained with students studying in the Manufacturing Technology area. These TAFEstudents will be taught squeeze casting processes in detail within the appropriate Manufacturingsubjects, increasing their employability.Dr Iyer is actively seeking speaking engagements with industry associations and educator networks inorder to promote the development of squeeze casting in Australia.4243