Metal Fabrication in the Classroom: How Port Aransas High School Uses a $33,000 Plasma Table to Enhance Student Learning

PAHS students utilize advanced technology in their projects.

Ryan Piwetz, a teacher at Port Aransas High School, is guiding students through hands-on experience with a plasma table in the Marlin Innovation Lab. This cutting-edge equipment combines computer technology with a machine that cuts sheets of metal and costs $33,000.

The Port Aransas High School students have access to this high-tech gear, which could prove beneficial for them in the future if they choose to pursue careers in metal fabrication. Through the guidance of Ryan Piwetz, students are able to develop valuable skills and gain a deeper understanding of metal fabrication techniques.

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