WHAT’S ON Traralgon Junior School

MARCH

18 March  Year 4 Excursion to Healesville
20 March  District Athletics Day (selected students)
22 March  Year 1 Excursion, Old Gippstown
26 March  Possum and Koala Groups ELC Photos
27 March  Parent Student Teacher Interviews, 3:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Joey and Wombat Groups ELC Photos
28 March Parent Student Teacher Interviews, 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm

 

APRIL

4 April  Year 6 Camp at the wetlands
5 April  Easter Service and FOSP Easter Egg Hunt
End of Term 1, 2:30 pm FINISH

 

MAY

1 May  Traralgon Campus Secondary School Tours
Year 7 2020 Information Evening

WHAT’S ON Traralgon Secondary School

MARCH 20 March  Whole School Athletics Carnival, Joe Carmody Athletics Track, Newborough 21 March  SEISA Summer Sport, Intermediate/Senior, Round 5 22 March  St James Church …

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WHAT’S ON Traralgon Secondary School

MARCH

20 March  Whole School Athletics Carnival, Joe Carmody Athletics Track, Newborough
21 March  SEISA Summer Sport, Intermediate/Senior, Round 5
22 March  St James Church Community Lunch Excursion (Selected Year 8 students)
26 March  Parent Student Teacher Interviews, 4:00 pm to 7:30 pm

 

APRIL

1 April  Parent Student Teacher Interviews, 4:00 pm to 7:30 pm
4 April  SEISA Music Festival Excursion
DAV Debating Excursion
5 April  FOSP Easter Egg Hunt
End of Term 1, 2:30 pm FINISH
23 April
  Term 2 Commences
24 April  ANZAC Day Service
25 April  ANZAC Day Public Holiday
26 April  St James Church Community Lunch Excursion

 

MAY

1 May  Year 10 Immunisations
Traralgon Campus Secondary School Tours
Year 7 2020 Information Evening
2 May  SEISA Athletics Carnival

WHAT’S ON Warragul Junior School

MARCH 19 March  Year 2 Excursion Year 6E Community Service session 5 20 March  Years 3 to 6 Athletics Carnival 22 March  Hot Cross Bun …

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WHAT’S ON Warragul Junior School

MARCH

19 March  Year 2 Excursion
Year 6E Community Service session 5
20 March  Years 3 to 6 Athletics Carnival
22 March  Hot Cross Bun Order Forms Due
Warragul Kids’ Farmers Market, Warragul Primary School, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
26 March  Year 6E Community Service session 6
27 March  Year 7 2020 Information Evening, Tours at 6:00 pm, Information Session 7:00 pm
29 March  Final Payment Due – Canberra Tour
30 March St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School, Warragul Campus, Open Day, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

 

APRIL

1 April  Parent Prayer Group
3 April 
Parent Teacher Interviews
4 April  Parent Teacher Interviews
5 April  Easter Service
End of Term 1, 2:20 pm FINISH

WHAT’S ON Warragul Secondary School

MARCH 19 March  VET Sport and Recreation Rock Climbing Day, Nunawading Girls only Presentation Ball Training, 3:30 pm to 5:20 pm Studio Concert, 7:00 pm …

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WHAT’S ON Warragul Secondary School

MARCH

19 March  VET Sport and Recreation Rock Climbing Day, Nunawading
Girls only
Presentation Ball Training, 3:30 pm to 5:20 pm
Studio Concert, 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm
20 March  House Athletics Carnival, Joe Carmody Athletics Track, Newborough
21 March  SEISA Summer Sport, Intermediate/Senior, Round 5
25 March  Parent Student Teacher Interviews, Evening 1, 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm
26 March  Presentation Ball Training, 3:30 pm to 5:20 pm
27 March  Year 9 Faiths in our Community Excursion, 9:00 am to 3:20 pm
VET First Aid Course
Year 7 2020 Information Evening, Tours at 6:00 pm, Information Session at 7:00 pm
28 March  SEISA Summer Sport, Intermediate/Senior, Finals
30 March St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School Open Day, Warragul Campus, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
31 March  SEISA Surfing Trials, Inverloch Surf Beach, 8:00 am to 11:30 am

 

APRIL

1 April  New Building Opening Ceremony, 11:00 am to 12:30 pm
2 April
SEISA Trials (Years 7 and 8), Traralgon Campus, 12:15 pm to 4:00 pm
Presentation Ball Training, 3:30 pm to 5:20 pm
3 April  Parent Student Teacher Interviews, Evening 2, 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm
4 April  Easter Service, 10:20 am
SEISA Music Festival
DAV Debating, St Margaret’s School, Berwick, 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm
5 April  End of Term 1, 2:30 pm FINISH
6 to 22 April  School Holidays
23 April  Term 2 Commences

 

CAREERS NEWS

The world of work.  What is it exactly for our students and this generation? It is changing rapidly as we know!  What we explore today …

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The world of work.  What is it exactly for our students and this generation? It is changing rapidly as we know!  What we explore today may not exist tomorrow BUT we do know that there will be something different in it is place.  An exciting time – oh to be young!

As part of this exploration, Work Experience can help students in their knowledge, curiosity, real world expectations and so much more.  St Paul’s first opportunity to undertake a Work Experience placement is fast approaching in the upcoming end of Term 1 holiday break.

A reminder that green application forms must be returned to the Careers office by Friday 22 March to allow time to process legal forms and for students to complete OH&S and Child Safe modules before they enter the workplace.

Forms submitted after this date will not be able to be processed in time to allow the placement in the Term 1 holidays and will have to be undertaken in either the mid-year or September school holidays instead.

Mrs Deb Cumming
Head of Careers

 

APPRENTICESHIPS, TRAINEESHIPS, TAFE

RMIT Trades Tours
Students interested in finding out more about how to start a career in the trades are invited to come along on a free tour of RMIT‘s trades spaces with one of their expert guides.
Tours are a great opportunity to:
•  Explore mock construction sites
•  Learn about the different study options and pathways
•  Experience specialised facilities including refrigeration CO² labs and plumbing pits

Tours are run every Thursday between 10:00 am and 11:30 am by appointment at the City Campus.  For information and to register your place go to, http://bit.ly/2FaH5jE

Victoria Polytechnic Trades Tours
Every Wednesday the Sunshine Campus host an information session and tour of the trades facilities.  You will learn how to launch your career in carpentry, plumbing, bricklaying, electrotechnology and more trades.
This is a great opportunity to ask questions about the trades courses on offer and meet future teachers.  For information and to secure your place on the next tour go to, https://bit.ly/2GV0XaJ

RMIT Apprenticeships and Traineeships on Facebook
Keep up to date with industry news, trade careers, and pre-apprenticeship courses at RMIT by joining their Facebook page, https://bit.ly/2tObITF

Interested in being a flight attendant?
Did you know that you can apply for the Air Force Cabin Crew position as part of the Australian Defence Force Gap Year Program?  If successful, you will “provide safety, comfort, and in-flight service to passengers and crew on board specialised aircraft, whilst enjoying a fulfilling twelve month taste of life in the Air Force”.  Applications are now open.  For information and to register your interest go to, https://bit.ly/2uW1hzI

Flight Attendant – William Angliss
If you do not want to join the Air Force for  twelve months, you could consider studying the Certificate III in Flight Operations (Cabin Crew) at William Angliss, Melbourne Campus, https://bit.ly/2Hasrso
It is advisable to check the job entry requirements for different airlines as you may need to meet requirements such as height, fitness and level of education.  Having a background in a customer service job is highly desirable (for example retail or hospitality), as well as being able to speak a second language.

Webinar – Steps to an Australian apprenticeship
This webinar will walk you through each of the steps to an Australian apprenticeship and how to find resources to help you find an apprenticeship or traineeship.  Date: 21 March 2019, 2:00 pm, online.  Register at this link, https://bit.ly/2SnbYmn

Have you considered a career in construction (not just carpentry!)
There are many occupations within the construction industry.  Everything from drain laying to floor finishing to cartography (mapping) to surveying.  Look outside the square from electrical, plumbing and carpentry to ensure you are assessing all of your options.  To explore occupations, watch videos, read profiles of people working in construction and learn about initiatives go to, https://bit.ly/1zCKBUG

Australian Apprenticeships and Traineeships Information Service
Join this Facebook page to read about the stories and achievements of young Australians who have found career success through their traineeship or apprenticeship, https://bit.ly/2HfAmFB

 

 

VOCATIONAL AND HIGHER EDUCATION NEWS

Australian National University (ANU) – applications now open
Current Year 12 students planning to study at ANU in 2020 are now able to complete their application for courses, scholarships and accommodation.  Applications close 31 May 2019.  For information on the admissions process and key dates go to, https://bit.ly/2TrDGD9

Interested in business, events, advertising or digital media?   How about journalism, public relations or sports business?  Not sure where a career in these study areas can take you?  Macleay College is a private institute in Melbourne offering vocational and higher education courses in the above areas.
You can book a one on one appointment with a course adviser from the following faculties:
•  Advertising and Media
•  Journalism
•  Business and Marketing
For information and to book your ‘coffee and chat’ appointment go to, https://bit.ly/2UyutGG

Interested in event management, tourism, travel, hospitality, or cookery?  How about flight operations, patisserie, baking, meat processing, food studies, culinary management or hotel management?  Not sure where a career in these study areas can take you?  William Angliss is a specialist institute in Melbourne offering vocational and higher education courses.  You can book a one on one appointment with a course adviser by filling out an online form at this link, https://bit.ly/2TBnlvZ

 

National Youth Science Forum (NYSF): Are you in Year 11 and have a passion for all things science?  You should consider applying for the NYSF.  This is a two week residential program where students are immersed in hands-on science activities, lab experiments, field trips and meet researchers who are leaders in their field.  Online applications are due by 31 May and your application must be endorsed by your local Rotary club.  The two week program will be held during January 2020.  For more information go to, http://bit.ly/2tItZV9

Are you interested in learning about universities from around the world?  Crimson Education has developed a YouTube channel that profiles global universities.  You can access the channel at, https://bit.ly/2qcWRiX

Victorian College of the Arts (VCA) Visual Art Folio Workshop: The VCA’s Visual Art Winter School Folio Preparation is an intensive short course in contemporary visual art practice.  The program will suit students embarking on Visual Arts in Years 11 and 12 and also students who may need a folio for entry into a tertiary course in the future.  The school will run between Monday 8 to Friday 12 July.  For information and to book your place go to, https://bit.ly/2HgGKfT

 

CEAV Career Counselling Australia (CCCA) is delivering a series of workshops for young people with a disability and parents and carers, as part of Building Ability Through Career Management program (BACM).  These workshops are aimed at exploring career opportunities for young people who have left school and to build capacity in managing their careers so that they can lead meaningful and successful lives.  Sessions will be held at several locations across Victoria.
For information and to register for the Young People with a Disability Workshop go to, https://bit.ly/2CeQq6s
To register for the Parent and Carers Workshop go to, https://bit.ly/2F4Rlbj

Have you considered studying in the UK or USA after school?  Crimson Education is running a series of information sessions called ‘Study on the world stage: your path to the Ivy Leagues and beyond.’
The following topics will be covered:
•  How to manage your application in Years 11 or 12
•  How to develop your profile from Years 9 and 10
•  The academic benchmarks – how to apply with your ATAR or IB score
•  The student experience – developing global networks, independence and soft skills
•  Overseas study from a parents’ perspective – safety, costs and communication
•  How to effectively research overseas universities
•  Employment prospects with a top US or UK university degree
•  Case studies – Australians studying overseas

For information on dates, locations and to register your place go to, https://bit.ly/2SWJFeV

 

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Considering studying a Bachelor of Science in the future?  The Bachelor of Science is an excellent choice of degree for students and one of the most popular choices in the country.
The following are three Bachelor of Science programs to consider:

1) Swinburne University, Bachelor of Science (Professional):  This course offers six majors and nine minors.  Students are guaranteed one year of paid industry experience as part of the degree, extending the time it takes to complete the course by one-year.  Applicants will need to achieve an ATAR of approximately eighty to be considered for admission and this could rise for the 2020 intake, http://bit.ly/2oGSaOO

2) Deakin University, Bachelor of Science (Global Science and Technology Program):  The Bachelor of Science offers a choice of thirteen majors.  Student who achieve an ATAR of eighty and over are eligible to apply for the Global Science and Technology Program.  This program enables students to experience science outside of the classroom by undertaking global study options, http://bit.ly/2olVI6S

3) Monash University, Bachelor of Science:  This course offers a choice of twenty-seven extended majors, majors and minors.  Students can build their graduate employability skills through the following options:
•  Science Schools Project – students are placed in teams in a school environment where they teach science to school students.  This immersive experience develops highly transferable skills including communication, project and time management and teamwork.
•  Science Industry Placement Unit – this credit unit enables students to undertake a science-based industry placement of at least eighty hours.  Students have the opportunity to put into practice the knowledge and skills developed in their course.
•  Career Skills for Scientists – this unit uses work-related activities to enhance transferable skills including commercial awareness, leadership, teamwork and communication.  Through scenarios and creative problem-solving activities, students learn about the business environment.

Course information, http://bit.ly/2FcKR84

 

MUSCULOSKELETAL OCCUPATIONS

Do you love health and science and would like to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal issues?  You may consider exploring the following occupations (the following are courses in Victoria):
Osteopathy – Study osteopathy at:
RMIT, http://bit.ly/2an8mBb
Victoria University, http://bit.ly/2anuNQp

Chiropractic – Study chiropractic at:
RMIT, http://bit.ly/2aegMEX

Myotherapy – Study myotherapy at:
Southern School of Natural Therapies, http://bit.ly/2lQzHfm
Endeavour College of Natural Health, http://bit.ly/2mtKmjM

Physiotherapy – Study physiotherapy at:
La Trobe University, http://bit.ly/1KYy9XY
Australian Catholic University, http://bit.ly/23UACtx
Charles Sturt University, http://bit.ly/1MNIxVs
Monash University, http://bit.ly/2fkjoFM
University of Melbourne, https://bit.ly/2Tr3GhV
Australian Catholic University, https://bit.ly/2HdYV58

Podiatry – Study podiatry at:
La Trobe University, http://bit.ly/1P8ko9J
Charles Sturt University, http://bit.ly/1KRKr4i

Massage, Remedial Massage and Myotherapy – Undertake vocational courses at most TAFE institutes.

You may also like to explore Prosthetics and Orthotics as a career.

You can study the Bachelor of Applied Science/Master of Clinical Prosthetics and Orthotics at La Trobe University, Bundoora, http://bit.ly/2mtHtPM

 

TAFE to University pathways
Did you know many TAFE institutes have partnerships with universities?  This enables students to complete eligible TAFE courses and be accepted into eligible university courses – in some cases with credit.  As an example, Kangan Institute has partnerships with Charles Sturt University, La Trobe University, Victoria University and Federation University, https://bit.ly/2gWD5qe

Contact your local TAFE institute to find out more, https://bit.ly/2yG6vzc

Get a head start on searching for university scholarships
If you are considering studying at university in the future, it is advisable to search for scholarships and apply for any you believe you are eligible for.  The Good Universities Guide has a dedicated scholarship page on their website and a search function.  The scholarships have not been updated for the 2020 intake, but you can start familiarising yourself with the site and recording scholarships you can check on later in the year, https://bit.ly/2upv1oW

The International Studies major at Monash University offers an interdisciplinary focus on globalisation with four new thematic streams.  Once completing the core units, students can focus on one stream or take a mixture of units to complete their Arts major (eight units), https://bit.ly/2GUUdtq or Global Studies Specialisation (twelve units including an overseas component), https://bit.ly/2IQWkQK

•  Global Health and Disease Environment
•  Cities and Sustainability Crisis
•  Conflict and Disaster Commerce
•  Technology and Consumption

Many overseas study opportunities are also available.

 

DEFENCE FORCE GAP YEAR PROGRAM

Applications are now open: Current Year 12 students can apply for a twelve month position in the Air Force, Army or the Navy to begin in 2020.  To explore the positions available and to apply go to, https://bit.ly/2uW1hzI

The following roles are on offer and some close soon:
Navy
•  Electronics Engineer
•  Electronics Engineer Submariner
•  Helicopter Pilot
•  Marine Engineer
•  Marine Engineer Submariner
•  Maritime Aviation Warfare Officer
•  Maritime Logistics Officer
•  Maritime Warfare Officer
•  Maritime Warfare Officer Submariner
•  Training and Development Coordinator
•  Sailor

Army
• 
Air Defence Operator
•  Artillery Operator
•  Combat Engineer
•  Warehouse Assistant
•  Administration Assistant
•  Officer
•  Driver
•  Infantry Soldier

Air Force
•  Airbase Protection and Security
•  Administration Assistant
•  Airfield Defence Guard
•  Aviation Support Technician
•  Cabin Crew (Flight Attendant)
•  Warehouse Store person

 

UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS – HIGH ACHIEVERS

The University of Melbourne – George Hansen Scholarship:  If you are planning to study at The University of Melbourne in 2020, you should consider applying for the prestigious George Hansen Scholarship.  Stage 1 applications are now open and close on 21 March, https://bit.ly/2IB4IDC

Australian National University (ANU) – Tuckwell Scholarship: If you are planning to study at ANU in 2020, you should consider applying for the prestigious Tuckwell Scholarship.  Stage 1 applications are now open and close on 28 March, https://bit.ly/2Sja5r7

 

FOCUS ON ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Careers in Entrepreneurship (Articles from The Footnotes website):
•  How to make money from Instagram: a career as an influencer
•  Is blogging an actual career?
•  Will you invent the next big thing?
•  Boost Juice founder Janine Allis shares her advice
•  Lessons from creatives – six lessons for finding success in the creative world told by six of the best
•  The story of Mon Purse – how they went from $10,000 in sales a month to $20,000,000
•  Nine things you need to know if you are thinking of starting your own business
•  How stylerunner got off the ground
•  Advice from Gen who founded OneShift at age twenty-one
•  How it all began for the founder of leather label MAID

To read the articles go to, http://bit.ly/2HsyDsw

 

WORK EXPERIENCE

Work Experience at the Australian Defence Force:  The Defence Force provides work experience opportunities across Australia.  To search for upcoming work experience placements and to bookmark the page go to, http://bit.ly/1MGymwI  You can learn about jobs in the Army, Navy and Air Force via the Defence Jobs YouTube Channel, http://bit.ly/1QoBraH

Work Experience Directory: This is a website that enables you to search for work experience opportunities in NSW and Victoria and is for secondary school students, http://bit.ly/2BoMb8A

 

INTERESTING CAREER ARTICLES

Career articles from Careers With STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths)
•  A-Z of STEM Careers: Everything from Astrophysicist to Zoologist, https://bit.ly/2HcvmRl
•  Australia’s top ten STEM employers for graduates – as ranked by graduates themselves.  See the list here, https://bit.ly/2GV0qFN
•  Biosecurity crusader: Emma went from ecology student to Project Officer at Biosecurity Queensland.  Find out how she helps preserve plant biosecurity and her work on other important policy initiatives, https://bit.ly/2XIrqO6
•  Edu-tech guru: Evolutionary biologist Michael Kasumovic juggles research and teaching at UNSW with heading his start-up Arludo, an app which uses augmented reality to immerse students in the world of evolution, https://bit.ly/2GV4lSZ
•  Chemist to consultant: Emma Gin switched from organic chemistry researcher to technology consultant and has not looked back, https://bit.ly/2SDg2z9
•  Seven paths to computer science careers: From horse paddocks to high-rise apartments, there are many ways to plug into coding, https://bit.ly/2TuJ7kM
•  Be a front runner in your favourite sports with sports science jobs: Athletes and sports teams know it is good to have Maths and computer science in their corner, https://bit.ly/2tN2Opq

The article was written by Nathan Chanesman, My Career Match, https://bit.ly/2ThNujR

Where are all the STEM jobs… it is not where you think: The (manufacturing) industry continues to employ a significant number of Australians with jobs created in new technology, environment, food and health, composite materials and defence, all requiring STEM skills.

Today 885,000 work in manufacturing making it the sixth largest employer in the country.  Australia’s advanced manufacturers are transformative companies.  They are securing their own futures, creating jobs and helping to underpin a sustainable Australian economy.  Visit www.aamc.org.au/showcase/

Here are just a few Australian businesses who represent amazing creativity, innovation and engineering in Australia’s manufacturing industry.  These and many others like them will provide employment opportunities for STEM graduates.
•  Tradiebot Industries: Using Augmented and Virtual Reality Technologies to Train Automotive Workforce, https://tradiebot.com/
•  Carbon Revolution: Geelong based manufacturer supplies carbon wheel rims to Ferrari, www.carbonrev.com
•  Quickstep: Is at the forefront of advanced composites manufacturing and technology development for the global market, www.quickstep.com.au
•  One Atmosphere: Builds post-crash buoyancy system offering safety and survivability for military and civilian helicopters operating over water, http://oneatmosphere.com.au/
•  BlueZone Group: Supplies quality subsea equipment and services to the Oceanographic, Defence, Offshore Oil and Gas and Renewable Energy sectors, www.bluezonegroup.com.au
•  Codan Limited: Is an Adelaide based manufacturer and supplier of communications, metal detection, and mining technology, https://codan.com.au/

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Parent Information Session, Charles Sturt University (CSU): Staff at the Albury Wodonga Campus will be running a free information session for parents about:
•  The transition from high school to university
•   The university application process
•  Early entry
•  Accommodation and scholarships
Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) representatives will also be there to give advice on the best ways to get into university.  For information on the time, location and to register go to, https://bit.ly/2TyL7Jw

Interested in animation, game art and game programming? The Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE) is a private college in Melbourne.  Students interested in studying game art, animation or programming in the future are invited to participate in the following upcoming events:
•   Information Evening: Prospective students and their families are invited to attend an information on 20 March.  Participants will learn about courses on offer at AIE and be able to talk to course advisers.
•   Industry Experience Day: Students will immerse themselves in 3D Animation, Game Programming, Game Design and Animation and VFX for Film through participating in hands-on workshops.  The event will run on 17  April.
For information on both events and to register your place go to, https://aie.edu.au/

Interested in working with animals in the future? Charles Sturt University is running ‘Explore Day’ at the Wagga Wagga Campus on 15 and 16 (repeat) April.  Students will be able to explore courses and careers in undergraduate:
•   Veterinary science
•   Veterinary technology
•   Animal science
•   Agriculture
•   Equine science
Students will also be able to choose one of two hands-on workshops in animal anatomy or a farm tour.  For information and to register your place go to, https://bit.ly/2T1AFoJ

 

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

MARCH

14 to 27:  Defence Force Career Events, Victoria, https://bit.ly/2NoZZ76

19:  Monash University Information Evening, Mildura, https://bit.ly/2pt8nsT

20:  Information Evening, Academy of Interactive Entertainment, Melbourne, https://aie.edu.au/

21:  Steps to an Australian Apprenticeship, Australian Apprenticeships and Traineeships Information Service, online webinar, https://bit.ly/2SnbYmn

27:  Inside Monash Seminar, Monash University, Clayton, Business, http://bit.ly/2ki2NYw

 

APRIL

3 to 30:  Inside Monash Seminars, Monash University, MD and Biomedical Science (3), Science (4), Criminology (30), Law (30), http://bit.ly/2ki2NYw

12:  Experience Clever Day, La Trobe University, Melbourne Campus, http://bit.ly/2p07y7b

12:  A Day at Melbourne, The University of Melbourne, Parkville.  Information to be released, https://bit.ly/2tqoveP

15, 16:  Explore Day, Charles Sturt University, Veterinary Science, Animal Science, Wagga Wagga, https://bit.ly/2GmQV1b

17:  Industry Experience Day, Academy of Interactive Entertainment, Melbourne, https://aie.edu.au/

18:  Simulated UCAT Day, NIE, Adara Richmond, https://bit.ly/2UY8SHx

27:  Nursing Careers Expo, Australian College of Nursing, Melbourne, https://bit.ly/2Iw332H