Empowering Young Minds - Cytron Transformative Impact on STEM Education via ViTrox Makerspace

By Tyler, Vitrox Academy

Cytron's Transformative Impact on STEM Education Through ViTrox Makerspace

Cytron's partnership with ViTrox Academy has made a substantial contribution to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)education by integrating cutting-edge technologies and innovative learning methods

As the world is rapidly advancing, the importance of nurturing interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) has been on the rise, especially for the young generation. Science, Technology, and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang told The Straits Times how Malaysia needed to increase its current engineers from around 187,900 registered nationwide by the end of 2022. This translates to an engineer-to-population ratio of one to 170. In 2021, the government expressed its desire to raise the percentage of students in STEM to 60% in order to ensure a robust talent pool in STEM fields. However, the country faces several challenges in achieving its goal of doubling the number of engineers by 2030.

Recognizing the significance of STEM education,  ViTrox Academy has embarked on a mission to inspire the younger generation through its STEM initiatives. With a key partnership with Cytron,  they have been able to leverage innovative gadgets such as Cytron's 3D pens and 3D printers towards STEM initiatives. This story will explore the impact of Cytron’s contribution to ViTrox Makerspace and how it influenced the STEM education landscape, particularly among young minds.

Unveiling ViTrox Makerspace

ViTrox Makerspace stands as a testament to the commitment of ViTrox Academy toward STEM development in the Seberang Perai region.  Acting as an innovation playground, it serves as a community hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and skill-building through cohesive hands-on learning. The place offers an inspiring environment where students or working adults can explore their creativity and transform their ideas into tangible creations. This is all made possible due to Cytron, as most of ViTrox Makerspace equipment is powered and supplied by Cytron. Among the equipment, the most promising tools are 3D pens and 3D printers that not only entertain but bridge the gap between their creativity, imagination, and education. 

Cytron’s Most Promising Tools for ViTrox

Amongst the many Cytron equipment in ViTrox Makerspace, the two that stand out the most are the makeRex 3D Pen and 3D printers (Artillery Hornet 3D Printer and Snapmaker 2.0 3 in 1 Printer). Cytron's provision of the makeRex 3D Pen has opened up a world of possibilities for young minds to shape their creations in the ViTrox Makerspace. These handheld devices allow students to sketch, design, and bring their ideas to life in three-dimensional form. The precise control, ease of use, and versatility through seamless filament flow in the 3D pens make them a perfect tool for both novice and experienced users. Cytron's commitment to delivering high-quality products has ensured that students have access to reliable tools that refine and foster a holistic learning experience.

Cytron makeRex 3D Pen helps students to develop fine-motor skills and a better understanding of the fundamental of three-dimensional designs through sculpture modeling

Cytron MakerEX 3D pen, a cutting-edge tool in the realm of three-dimensional creation, allows users to draw and sculpt objects in real time. It provides a hands-on experience that combines artistic expression with technology, fostering a unique learning environment for the students.

In addition to the 3D Pens, Cytron's contribution to 3D printers has been instrumental in nurturing students' creativity and problem-solving skills. By transforming mere digital designs into physical objects, students gradually develop a deeper understanding of the designing process and the practical applications of STEM principles. With Cytron's sound and efficient 3D printers, notably the Artillery Hornet 3D Printer and Snapmaker 2.0 3 in 1 Printer, the ViTrox Makerspace has become a hub of innovation, encouraging students to unleash their imagination and turn their ideas into reality with outstanding precision and ease.

Cytron's efficient 3D printer the Artillery Hornet 3D Printer transforms mere digital designs into physical objects

The Ripple Effect: Cytron's Contributions to STEM Education

Cytron's partnership with ViTrox Academy has helped extend the reach of STEM education to broader audiences. By constantly supplying the latest equipment to ViTrox Makerspace, Cytron has gone beyond being just an equipment supplier, but part of the STEM education supporters. Amongst the many STEM initiatives conducted by ViTrox Academy, one of the most conducted workshops are the 3D pen workshops and 3D printer workshops. As of 2022, there were a total of 1959 secondary school students participating in the 3D pen workshops and 3D printer workshops.

This showed that 3D pen workshops and 3D printer workshops are the most popular workshops among students and children. The impact of these workshops extended beyond the immediate learning outcomes. Inspired by the feasibility of 3D pens and printers, many will continue to explore and experiment with these technologies independently and voluntarily. Some even showed a heightened interest in STEM subjects and a readiness to extend their learning outside of the classroom by starting student organizations or undertaking projects focused on 3D printing.

ViTrox College's 3D pen workshops using Cytron makeRex 3D Pen gain most popularity among students

Furthermore, the ripple effect of Cytron's contribution to STEM education can even be seen in a larger scope. As students gained exposure to 3D pens and printers through these workshops, they eventually became ambassadors of these technologies by actively sharing their experiences and inspiring their peers to be involved in STEM. This has led to increased interest and participation in STEM-related activities, driving a culture of innovation and curiosity within the young community.

Conclusion

Cytron's partnership with ViTrox Academy has significantly contributed to the realm of STEM education through the integration of the latest technologies and innovative learning methodologies. Through the provision of reliable and user-friendly 3D pens and 3D printers, Cytron has empowered students to unbridle their creativity and imagination, explore innovative ideas, and cultivate essential skills for the future. By enabling ViTrox Academy's STEM initiatives and extending its reach to the wider community, Cytron has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to nurturing young minds and paving the way for a brighter, more technologically-advanced future. Their indirect contributions to STEM education are an inspiration that should be deemed as a pioneering example for other organizations to follow suit in order to foster a generation of innovative thinkers and problem solvers.

Cytron makeRex 3D Pen provides seamless three-dimensional sculpturing experiences, elevating students' interest in STEM learning