David

Olijnyk

About Me

I’m an aspiring electronics/robotics engineer, currently studying a Bachelor of Engineer (Robotics) (Honours), Masters of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) at Flinders University. I design and build projects with a focus on electronics design, and always find myself eager to learn more. When I’m not working on a new project I love photographing landscapes and nature. 

 

Since 2016, I’ve been working with Techspace Learning Inc., a not-for-profit organisation which provides programming and microcontroller workshops from beginners to advanced levels in South Australia. My role includes, web-management, web-design and web-development, as well as graphic design and photography. My initial connection with Techspace Learning Inc. was through a local robotics and electronics club, where like-minded people get together and collaborate to design and build projects.

Part of my Year 12 study at the Australian Science and Mathematics School included two engineering topics at Flinders University. Engineering Design, where I went on to win the Group Engineering Design Challenge 2020, our final project. And Engineering Electronics, where I was able to apply my pre-existing knowledge and passion for electronics.

 

Achievement Timeline

2021
Australian Science and Mathematics School Graduation Ceremony
        –  Australian Defence Force Future Innovators Award
        –  Caltex Best All Rounder Award
        –  ASMS Merit in Physics and Chemistry
Commenced Bachelor of Engineer (Robotics) (Honours), Masters of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) at Flinders University
2020
Graduated Year 12 at The Australian Science and Mathematics School
Flinders University Electronics Engineering Topic (Flinders Year 12 Extension Studies)
Flinders University Engineering Design Topic (Flinders Year 12 Extension Studies)
Winner of Flinders University Group Engineering Design Challenge
2019
Accepted Into The Flinders University Extension Studies Year 12 Program
Received 2 Central Studies Awards at The Australian Science and Mathematics School
Completed Stage 2 SACE Mathematical Methods in Year 11 as a part of a pilot program
2018
Received 3 Central Studies Awards at The Australian Science and Mathematics School
Completed Stage 2 SACE Research Project in Year 10
Won Highly Commended at The Royal South Australian Society of Arts, Photography   Nankeen Kestrel
Started Year 10 at The Australian Science and Mathematics School (for Years 10-12 students)
2017
Woodcroft College Year 8 Academic Achievement Award
2016
Participated in FIRST Lego League robotics tournament
ABC Behind The News Story –   Sea Perch Competition
Team Tied to 6th Place in the US International Sea Perch Challenge
Team Winner of Australian National Sea Perch Challenge
2015
ABC Behind The News Story –   Underwater Robots
Presented in TEDxFlindersUniversity Future Technologies Presentation
2014
Woodcroft College Year 6 Academic Achievement Award
2012
SASTA/Sir Mark Oliphant Science Awards – Highly Commended, Solar Potential Energy Saver, Models/Inventions category
2010
SASTA/Sir Mark Oliphant Science Awards – 1st Prize, Method for Removing Crude Oil from Ocean Oil Spills (Clean-C), Models/Inventions category

        Tall Poppy Campaign Award – For the best entries with investigation and research
2009
SASTA/Sir Mark Oliphant Science Awards – 1st Prize, Bottle Recycling and Sorting Robot, Models/Inventions category
2008
SASTA/Sir Mark Oliphant Science Awards – Highly Commended, Potential Energy Storage Device, Models/Inventions category
Started at Woodcroft College (R-12 school)