HILT CRC Coursework development Grant –
Swinburne University of Technology

 

Coursework development project: Development of impact-driven learning materials for net zero in heavy industries

Lead coursework developer: Dr Shanti Krishnan

At Swinburne University of Technology, Dr Shanti Krishnan is leading the development of a new video-based learning series titled Development of impact-driven learning materials for net zero in heavy industries, supported by a HILT CRC Coursework Development Grant.

The series features four 30–40-minute video modules on key decarbonisation themes – green steel, green construction, mineral recycling and digitalisation in net-zero engineering – delivered by leading experts including Professors Geoff Brooks, Akbar Rhamdhani and Jay Sanjayan, as well as Dr Krishnan herself.

“This grant has been essential for producing high-quality professional videos, and bringing together leading academics, researchers and industry experts to develop cutting-edge educational content,” Dr Krishnan said.

 

Designed to engage mechanical and civil engineering students, the videos – produced by Media, Film and TV students from Swinburne – combine expert commentary, storytelling, lab visits and real-world challenges to illustrate sustainable engineering approaches. The content will also be shared with industry audiences to broaden its reach and impact.

“The HILT CRC-Swinburne partnership facilitated access to world-class expertise, advanced facilities and in-house resources, empowering our talented Film and TV HDR students to produce these videos under expert supervision,” Dr Krishnan said.

Set for completion by August–September 2025, the course materials will reach an estimated 300 students per year. By ensuring that the learning experience is highly industry-relevant, the project supports HILT CRC’s mission to develop a future workforce ready to lead the low-carbon transition.