At Engineering For Kids we focus on STEM (Science Technology Engineering Math) education by offering fun, hands-on learning for children. We believe that children are natural born engineers who have unlimited imaginations and we try to harness that curiosity through a curriculum aimed at sparking a lifelong passion for learning.
Hardware Engineering: Digital and Physical Interface
9 am – 12 pm
Imagine designing a piano using celery or creating a custom digital training program. Now, envision playing video games using just your body, a bit of wire and your own imagination. In our hardware engineering program, students engineer their own customized video game controllers using a Makey Makey device and materials that can be found in just about any kitchen. Through application of circuitry, acoustical engineering and video game design, students discover new ways to interact with technology, all while creating unique designs in a fun collaborative environment.
$160 R / $165 NR
Electronic Game Design: Platform Games
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
During the Electronic Game Design:Platform classes, students will create their own video game. A platform game is a side-scrolling, Mario-type game where students program characters and a two-dimensional obstacle course. They attempt to avoid or overcome enemies and reach an end goal on multiple levels. At the end of the class, students take home a copy of the game they create.
$160 R / $165 NR
If registering for both sessions, campers will eat lunch from 12pm-12:30pm. CAMPERS MUST PACK A LUNCH IF ATTENDING BOTH SESSIONS!