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Grades 6 - 8
Please note that most of these courses will run twice throughout the summer. The weeks and dates for these courses are listed at the conclusion of each course description.
Drones in Action: Inventive Engineering and Flight - Drones are no longer a thing of the past! Drones are now being used for a variety of tasks from aerial photography to delivering supplies. In this course, students will explore how drones work and fly. They will gain hands on experience both flying and programming drones as they navigate mazes, courses and more!
Offered During: Week 1 (6/30 - 7/3) & Week 4 (7/21 - 7/25)
Electronic Inventions - "Electronic Inventions" is an inspiring course where young minds transform into inventors. Through hands-on exploration, students delve into the fascinating world of electronics, learning to design and build their innovative electronic creations. From concept to prototype, this course ignites creativity, problem-solving skills, and a passion for invention, preparing participants for a future where they can turn their imaginative ideas into reality.
Offered During: Week 1 (6/30 - 7/3) & Week 4 (7/21 - 7/25)
Graphic Design & Invention - "Graphic Design and Invention" immerses students in the world of visual creativity and technological innovation. Utilizing industry-standard tools such as Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator, participants will learn to harness their artistic skills to design captivating logos and trendy T-shirts. Through hands-on projects, students not only gain proficiency in graphic design software but also cultivate a keen understanding of how to blend artistic expression with inventive thinking, preparing them for a future where creativity and technology converge.
Offered During: Week 2 (7/7 - 7/11) and Week 5 (7/28 - 8/1)
Environmental Inventions: In the "Environmental Inventions" course students will have the opportunity to explore the area of biotechnology. This unique area of technological innovation is where the natural world and the technological world collide. Students will build hydroponic systems and demostrate their problem solving abilities in other environmental engineering design challenges.
Offered During: Week 2 (7/7 - 7/11) and Week 5 (7/28 - 8/1)
Inventive Prototyping & Production - Where does the stuff we buy come from? Who makes it? It's time for you to design and create your own products! Use professional-grade rapid manufacturing machines like 3D printers, laser cutters, or carving mills to make one of a kind products based on your very own design. through this course, you will experience the exciting world of a professional designer!
Offered During: Week 3 (7/14 - 7/18) and Week 6 (8/4 - 8/8)
Contraptions & Inventions - "Contraptions and Inventions" is a dynamic course that challenges students to think like engineers and unleash their problem-solving skills. Throughout the week, participants will engage in hands-on activities, fostering their ability to design and construct innovative solutions to real-world challenges. By combining creativity with engineering principles, students will leave the course equipped with the skills to envision, plan, and bring their contraptions and inventions to life.
Offered During: Week 3 (7/14 - 7/18) and Week 6 (8/4 - 8/8)