STEAM
Course Descriptions
STEM Explorations
Build contraptions using motors and simple machines to explore design and engineering.
Learn 3D design to create objects on our 3D printer. Code using a variety of platforms.
Explore the basics of circuits and design your own video game controller.
Work in groups on design challenges such as mini-zip lines, lunar landers and more.
Build a superhero or supervillain lair, complete with hidden features and rooms.
Create a table-top pinball game with lights and moving parts.
Build, program, and control VEX IQ robots to navigate mazes and perform tasks using sensors.
Learn about renewable energy sources and apply knowledge to the design of a “green” house.
STEM Explorations is for you if...
You have very little or no experience with coding
You do not have a lot of experience with the LEGO EV3 system
You are interested in engineering and tinkering, but haven't had much opportunity to do so yet!
Advanced STEM (Repeatable Course*)
Delve deeper into programming with VEX EXP robots. Design a robot that can deliver a golf ball to a hole on a mini-golf course, compete in robot soccer and other competitions.
Build and design creations with Micro:bit processors- wearable computers? Robots? Motion detectors? You plan and create the project.
Learn the basics of pneumatic systems and create your own air powered organism.
Work in small teams to solve a number of challenges using wood, circuits, paper, 3D printing, cardboard and of course, plenty of duct tape.
Find your own path- work on projects that are student driven, from concept to completion. Use the materials in the STEM classroom to pursue your interests.
Advanced STEM is for you if…
You have experience with microcomputers (Arduino, Micro:bit) or programming and have the confidence to problem-solve and work independently.
You are ready to challenge yourself with building and programming VEX robots
*An extension of Advanced STEM may be available to provide opportunities to students who complete Advanced STEM as 7th graders and wish to continue in the program. Please contact me at amy.olson followed by @sduhsd.net for more information.