CIC-ZCP STEAM Lab

The Construction Industry Council (“CIC”) has been at the forefront of fostering future construction talents. As part of its continued initiatives to promote STEAM education and emphasis its importance to future scientific and technological developments, CIC-Zero Carbon Park (CIC-ZCP) has been launching its new “STEAM Lab” exhibition aiming to inspire and support the next generation.

CIC-ZCP STEAM Lab will serve as an educational platform for exploring innovative construction techniques and industry knowledge as well as cultivating future talents in construction innovation to pursue carbon neutrality.

Booking a experience

P4-P6 primary and S1-S3 secondary students and educators are welcomed. The  guided tours take about 1 hour, tours open from Monday to Sunday, at 10am, 2:30pm and 4pm.

Gear Zone

The construction industry covers various professions, including surveyors, architects, engineers and others. Each profession requires the use of different equipment and tools to accomplish their designated responsibilities. In the Gear Zone, participants will act as industry professionals, engaging in small groups by interactive games to complete assigned role tasks together. They can experience the daily work of different professions, deepen their understanding of these professions, and learn about the application on the equipment and tools.

DIY Zone

Construction projects require high-end technology to increase safety and accuracy, so as to improve efficiency. Technological advancements have led to the development of innovative building materials to meet different demands and ultimately achieving "carbon neutrality". In the DIY Zone, docents will lead participants to explore new environmental-friendly building materials, including 3D printed concrete, eggshell decorative bricks, bamboo and apple leather which is a bio-based material made using the leftover pomace and peel. In addition, the DIY Zone also features two 3D scanners that use Point Cloud and Mesh scanning technology, allowing participants to scan objects and download files, and experience the scanning process used in conservation treatment.

Interactive Zone

Currently, the construction industry utilizes various digital technologies to improve productivity, including Digital Twin and Building Information Modelling (BIM) technology. BIM uses innovative technology to assist in project management, regulate construction processes, facilitate cross-disciplinary collaboration, communicate with external parties, provide decision-making support, and manage risks. It provides and manages building information throughout the entire lifecycle of the building or asset, from design to construction and beyond. In the Interactive Zone, participants can witness the effectiveness of BIM applications and learn about the zero-carbon design concept of the Zero Carbon World. The council will continue to invite other green building professionals to share their BIM models and raise public awareness of construction digitisation.

Robotics Zone

The Robotics Zone will be transformed into a miniature construction site, allowing participants to enhance their knowledge in the three major areas of physics, engineering, and mathematics through experiential learning. Participants will work in teams to control various construction vehicles and complete games, learning about the functions of different vehicles. They will also use the latest mechanical arm devices in the exhibition area and vacuum pump technology to handle related tasks, immersing themselves in a simulated mechanical experience that combines learning with entertainment.