ICTS Techfest returns bigger, better, and ready to inspire

21 Aug 2024
Techfest 2024
21 Aug 2024
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ICTS Techfest - Day 1
09:00 - 15:30 
ICTS Techfest - Day 2
09:00 - 15:30

Join us 17th and 18th September 2024 for the ICTS Technology Festival (Techfest) where cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking innovations will be on showcase at Molly Blackburn Hall on upper campus. 

This exciting two-day event is open to all UCT staff and students at no cost. You will have a unique chance to experience the latest products and advancements from UCT’s IT vendors. 

Techfest provides an excellent opportunity to spark creativity and develop new skills through interactive demonstrations and information sessions. You can engage with a variety of technologies and gain valuable insights to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving tech landscape. 

Test your tech skills and stand a chance of winning amazing prizes. There will also be lucky draws generously sponsored by our vendors. While you’re there, enjoy complimentary popcorn and fully immerse yourself in the vibrant tech atmosphere.  

You will need to register at the door to participate in the festivities, so remember to bring your student or staff card. 

Please see more details about the prizes and the full programme below.  

This celebration of technology promises to inspire and inform all who attend.

Info sessions

Tuesday, 17 September

Time

Session

Venue

10:00
-

10:45

Cyber threats faced by students
(KnowBe4)

Richard Luyt room, Otto Beit bldg.
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11:00
-
11:45

iOS 18 - new features
(Digicape)

Richard Luyt room, Otto Beit bldg.
Join the meeting online

12:00
-
 12:45 

Interactive meeting boards
(Avicom)

Richard Luyt room, Otto Beit bldg.
join the meeting online

13:40

14:10

Using digital resources and extended reality (XR) to overcome traditional barriers in Health Science Education for staff and students. 
(Learning Curve)

Richard Luyt room, Otto Beit bldg.
Join the meeting online

14:30

15:00

Dell client overview 
(First Technology)

Richard Luyt room, Otto Beit bldg.
Join the meeting online

Wednesday, 18 September 

Time

Session 

Venue 

10:00
-
10:30

iPad OS 18 - new features 
(Digicape)

Richard Luyt room, Otto Beit bldg.
Join the meeting online
 

10:40
-
11:10

Using digital resources and extended reality (XR) to overcome traditional barriers in Health Science Education for staff and students. 
(Learning Curve)

Richard Luyt room, Otto Beit bldg.
Join the meeting online

11:20
-
12:20

Shure Education audio

MXW neXt 2 - Wireless microphone system - Dect 
(Avicom)

Richard Luyt room, Otto Beit bldg.
Join the meeting online

12:30 
-
13:00

Cyber threats faced by students
(KnowBe4)

Richard Luyt room, Otto Beit bldg.
Join the meeting online

14:15
-
14:45

Dell enterprise portfolio
(First Technology) 

Richard Luyt room, Otto Beit bldg.
Join the meeting online

Detailed programme here

Competition prizes

iPad (9th gen)
iPad 9, 64GB (WiFi only)
bag
Canberra laptop backpack
LG Monitor
LG 26WQ500 monitor

Terms and conditions of the Techfest competition and lucky draws. 

Our sponsors 

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