UWA PLUS
BBMLab Camp I
Environmental Science and Technologies for teachers through design and innovative biomaterials making - ARCTM585
This course is designed for primary and secondary school science and technology teachers, as well as educators interested in innovative teaching methods. It introduces circular economy principles and includes hands-on activities with biomaterials to promote environmental sustainability in the classroom. Participants will learn how to create engaging and practical lessons using biomaterials such as bamboo and hemp, while promoting sustainable consumption, production, and living practices. The course also examines Australia's resource use and depletion through a systems thinking approach. You can take this course independently or as part of the BBMLAB Camp Series. Courses I, II, and III together provide new ways for teachers and students to
Upon successful completion, you'll receive:
- Two (2) PD Points
- A Certificate of Achievement
- A UWA Plus Professional Development Transcript, listing all successfully completed micro-credentials
- Delivery mode Hybrid. This micro-credential will consist of online lectures and two half-day face-to-face workshops.
- Course dates
- 07 September 2026 -1 7 October 2026
- Registrations close:
- 31 August 2026
- Duration
- 5 weeks
- Effort
- 50 hours
- Cost
- $792 inc. GST
- Academic leads
- Dr Rosangela Tenorio
- Critical information summary
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What you'll learn
Critically analyse BBM [Bio-Based Materials] design and making processes
Employ BBM techniques to demonstrate its integrated environmental challenges and benefits
Why study this course?
At the BBMLab , we believe that sustainability in design can be achieved by integrating traditional knowledge, biomaterials research, and emerging construction and fabrication technologies. Our mission is to create better living environments for people and to regenerate the planet through design. The BBMLab Camps I, II, and III embody this mission. They offer a unique pedagogical approach by blending product design, architecture, and environmental sciences in a practical and engaging way. These courses are tailored for science and technology teachers who aspire to become environmental champions in their fields. Participants will acquire new knowledge and skills through valuable tools and case studies from around the world, along with innovative biomaterials, design and making exercises, and critical analysis of concepts, all designed to enrich their classroom activities.
Who should study this course?
This micro-credential is intended for primary and secondary school teachers, mature students, or those contemplating a career switch from other professions into architecture.
Recommended prior study
Bachelor degree
What's next after this course?
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After completing BBMLab Camp I, students can move on to BBMLab Camps II and III, scheduled for July and September 2026. The three micro-credentials offer a comprehensive set of strategies and skills for teachers and students to engage with climate action, specifically in architecture and product design, aligning with environmental science and technologies curricula. Completing all three micro-credentials allows students to earn 6 points (BBMUnit - ARCT585) that can be credited towards the Masters of Architecture at UWA.