LEGO ROBOTICS
LEGO® Robotics Camp
Robotics Engineering and Programming Camp
Integrate design and engineering with the fun of building and playing with LEGO sets. The Hyper Core Learning Center's robotics summer camp provides your scholar with continued learning, development of design and engineering skills, and mechanical challenges during the summer break.
Description
Robotics is a progressive way to introduce children to mechanical engineering and computer programming. It's a great STEM tool to bridge the gap between computer science, engineering, and fun play with building blocks.
Take part in Hyper Core Learning Center's LEGO robotics camp to have an incredible learning experience in robotics engineering. Campers will design and build robots using the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3, NXT, or BOOST systems, depending on age, and use the easy and intuitive visual programming interface to get an introduction to programming. Campers will learn to incorporate motors, sensors, and the LEGO programmable brick to build and design robots that can walk, talk, think, and do anything imagineable.
Campers will program their robot to navigate multiple challenges to complete tasks, in addition to using sensors to enhance robotics adventures.
Goals
- Develop and enhance problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Exposure to concepts and vocabulary of Engineering, Computer Science, Architecture and Physics
- Provide an opportunity to have a great time with terrific and versatile building systems
Dates and Pricing
Camp dates: July 9 - Aug 3, 2018
Each week: Monday - Friday 9 am to 3 pm
$175/week, lunch and snack included
For each week, this camp is set for the following number of slots by grade level:
- Grades 1-3: 4 slots
- Grades 4-8: 9 slots
Sign up for this camp by week(s). Click a date range below to view order form.
- Week 1 (July 9 - 13) No slots available
- Week 2 (July 16 - 20) No slots available
- Week 3 (July 23 - 27) No slots available
- Week 4 (July 30 - Aug 3) No slots available
Campers enrolled in multiple weeks will extend what they've learned in previous session(s) to pursue more challenging projects.
Space is limited. Register now!
Concepts
- The Engineering design process
- How to design & build structurally sound robots
- LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3, NXT, or BOOST visual programming concepts
- Gearing ratios and other engineering concepts
- Controlling robot responses through sensors and programming
- Writing programs to optimize robot performance
- Decision making structures
- Team building and problem solving strategies
Prerequisites
This camp requires no previous robotics or engineering experience. Experienced or returning campers will be given advanced projects.
Campers must have ability to play well with, and respect others.
Who this is for
Hyper Core Learning Center's LEGO robotics camp is geared for all elementary and junior high aged kids, who have a love of building, the curiosity of how robots work, and the willingness to work with others.
Where
All four weeks of the LEGO robotics camp will be held at the Hyper Core Learning Center.
3870 Rosin Court, Suite 150Sacramento, CA 95834Contact Hyper Core Learning Center on more details of location.
Equipment Used
Campers will use either the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3, NXT, or the LEGO BOOST course set, depending on their age. Each camper will get access to their own dedicated computer to program their robot. Each robot set and expansion kit shall be shared by no more than 2 other campers for the MINDSTORMS, and teams of 2 for the BOOST set. Based on the assigned set, campers will use the associated EV3, NXT, or BOOST visual programming application.
- LEGO BOOST (Grades 1-3)
- LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT (Grades 4-8)
- LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 (Grades 7-8 or advanced users)
LEGO sets will not be taken home. Electronic project programs can be copied into any memory drive camper supplies.
Camp Format
Each day is planned to provide a personalized learning experience and to ensure that each camper meets their individual goals. Our flexible schedule assures time for group instruction, one on one attention, project completion, and teamwork exercises.
After campers are signed in, a short review of the previous session is given, followed by instruction for the day's robotics skill based instruction. Campers are given an engineering project, along with lab time to implement their solution.
Campers will build their machine with their team of no more than 3 total members, using a complete set of LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3, NXT, or LEGO BOOST pieces, all with extension sets. They will then have their own dedicated computer to develop their program using the corresponding visual programming tool, i.e. EV3 software. Time will be shared with team members to load, execute and test their software product on team built robots. An emphasis will be placed on teamwork based on FIRST Core Values.
Instructors circulate and assist campers with their project goals. Additional challenges will be assigned and solved in teams.
Campers will be given 2 short breaks with an additional extended lunch. Lunch will be provided. Campers will have time to move around and have physical activity. At the end of each learning session, campers are expected to dismantle their projects and put away materials. Lastly, campers are expected to have fun!
What to Bring
All equipment and software will be provided. Lunch and snacks will be provided and already included in price. Camper only needs to bring a proper attitude and a willingness for fun and learning.
Camp Photos
Photos will be taken throughout the camp week, and can be copied onto a camper supplied USB memory drive.
Reserve a Slot
Order one or more weeks of LEGO robotics camp below by clicking on the BUY NOW button for a select week. A secure order form window will pop up.
