04-24-2012, 03:15 AM
"Industrial Arts" today is about new technology. Computer design, Laser cutters, 3-D printers, and CNC milling machines. There are currently two schools on the island spearheading this new concept. Connections Public Charter School in Hilo has a full time industrial arts program that teaches the new "STEM"(science, technology, engineering, math) technology to High school and middle school students. HAAS has a part time program that should expand as they get more room. Both programs are under the umbrella of UH-Manoa's School of education's "Archimedes project" and were turned down by the DOE's conventional schools.
The Lasers and 3D printers are no louder than an inkjet printer. The noise of the milling machines and dust collection systems are no louder or dirtier than a vacuum cleaner and are easily mitigated.
This technology is part of the new "Maker"(look it up) movement. It will be the cornerstone of our country's manufacturing Renaissance, and an important ingredient in bringing new industry, skilled jobs, and opportunity to Hawaii County.
Good for Graham and SPACE for showing an interest in the economic future of rural Hawaii.
The Lasers and 3D printers are no louder than an inkjet printer. The noise of the milling machines and dust collection systems are no louder or dirtier than a vacuum cleaner and are easily mitigated.
This technology is part of the new "Maker"(look it up) movement. It will be the cornerstone of our country's manufacturing Renaissance, and an important ingredient in bringing new industry, skilled jobs, and opportunity to Hawaii County.
Good for Graham and SPACE for showing an interest in the economic future of rural Hawaii.