Apprentice and Engineering Camps

Take your learning experience of computer technology to a deeper level. A series of sessions designed to take the student on a journey through the world of technology. The journey starts at the basics and progresses to more advanced technologies. The student has the option to build a new computer that they keep. Students learn to code and understand the history, current and future trends in technology.

Associates and Seniors are returning students who go deeper into coding, robotics, and circuitry. Students who take the Engineering sessions are also eligible to take the Explorer sessions.

Below are the dates and times of all the sessions. You can register using the Sign Up link here or from the Register menu item. Registration ends May 27, 2022.

Summer

Parent and Student Orientation Options - April 1 (6pm) or May 2 (6pm)

*To build a computer a student goes through the "Build Camp". It is a 4 week course and consists of the Apprentice Class (Computer Hardware and Coding) and 3 Engineering Classes (Computer Hardware, Computer Build and Python Coding). If all are completed successfully the student keeps the computer.

*Apprentice - Computer Hardware and Coding (ages 12 & up) (pre-req for Build Camp) - 6/6/22 - 6/10/22

(Is a part of the Build Camp however it can be taken independently. Recommended for students who want a taste of the Build Camp before making a full commitment.)

*Engineering - Computer Hardware (ages 12 & up) - 6/13/22 - 6/17/22

*Engineering - Computer Build and Setup (ages 12 & up) - 6/20/22 - 6/24/22

*Engineering - Python Coding (ages 12 & up) - 6/27/22 - 7/1/22

Engineering - Intro to Circuitry (ages 12 & up) - 7/5/22 - 7/8/22

Engineering - Intro to Robotics (ages 12 & up) - 7/11/22 - 7/15/22

Engineering - Next Level Robotics (ages 12 & up) - 7/11/22 - 7/15/22

Engineering - Next Level Python Coding (ages 12 & up) - 7/11/22 - 7/15/22

Engineering - C++ Coding (ages 12 & up) - 7/18/22 - 7/22/22

Engineering - Next Level Circuitry (ages 12 & up) - 7/18/22 - 7/22/22

Engineering - Multimedia (ages 9 & up) - 7/25/22 - 7/29/22

End of Summer Hackathon - week of July 7/25/22

(a competition amongst peers - no cost and the length is to be determined)

Graduation July 30, 2022

Registration ends May 27, 2022.

Classes are Monday - Friday - 9am to 5pm in the summer.

Classes are Saturdays - 10am to 2pm in the fall and winter.

Intro to C++ and Logic Thinking

This session focuses on learning the basics of Java, C++ and logic thinking. Students will learn how technical problems are broken down logically to develop coding solutions. It gives students opportunities to practice coding on a variety of subjects learning both the command structures and the logic.

Students can bring their knowledge of Python to help transition to other languages. Students who haven't coded before will learn the basics of coding.

Ages 12-17

Java and C++ Coding Basics
Logic Thinking
Keyboarding

Cost: $275. Qualify for a 20% discount by registering for 2 or more sessions or referring another student.
Scholarships may be available.

Dates and Times:

Engineering 2-Java and C++ with Logic Thinking - July 18 - July 22, 2022

Monday - Friday - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Multimedia (Graphics, Web and 3D Design/Printing) - Online

This session focuses on a variety of application topics. Students will be exposed to several technologies: graphics, web design, animation and 3D design and printing. Students will experience a taste allowing them to decide if they want more. Some topics require coding, other topics use other methods. Students will get hands on doing projects in these areas.

Ages 12-17

Web Development
Graphic Design
3D Design and Printing

Cost: $275. Qualify for a 20% discount by registering for 2 or more sessions or referring another student.

Scholarships may be available.

Dates and Times:

Engineering 2-Applications Galore! - June 22 - June 26, 2022
Monday - Friday - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

The Signup Form is at the Bottom of this Page

Intro to Computer Hardware

This session focuses on the science of computer hardware. Students will learn the components of computers and how they work together. Students will learn the history, current state and future plans for computers. Once the session is complete they will be ready to learn to build a computer.

Ages 12-17

Computer Hardware Components
Relationship between Components
Binary and Hex
Exposure to Computers Past, Present and Future Trends

Cost: $275 if only takes 1 week, $200 if takes all 3 weeks.
Scholarships may be available.

Dates and Times:

Engineering 1-Intro to Computer Technology - June 13 - July 17, 2022
Monday - Friday - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

The Signup Form is at the Bottom of this Page

Computer Building

The second session in the build process focuses on the process of building a computer. Students will apply what they learned in the Intro to Computer Technology session to put a desktop computer together. The science learned will be reviewed and reinforced. Students will learn about many facets of computer technology, the ways in which technology is used in business.

Ages 12-17

Build a Desktop Computer
The Science of Computer Technology
See Technology in Action
Exposure to Computers Past, Present and Future Trends

Cost: $275. Pre-Requisite - Apprentice Class

Scholarships may be available.

Dates and Times:

A part of the Build Camp

Engineering 1-Computer Building - June 20 - June 24, 2022

Monday - Friday - 9am to 5pm

The Signup Form is at the Bottom of this Page

Computer Setup and Coding

The third session in the computer building series, completing the build process. Students will setup the Windows operating system, learn about Windows, other operating systems, and other software.

Students will learn Python coding and will complete a project. The science of computer technology will be reinforced and students will see their journey over the 3 weeks come to life.

Ages 12-17

Computer Hardware Components
Relationship between Components
Exposure to Computers Past, Present and Future Trends
Windows and other Operating Systems
Python Coding

Cost: $275. Pre-Requisite - Computer Building
Scholarships may be available.

Dates and Times:

Engineering 1-Computer Setup and Coding - June 27 - July 1, 2022
Monday - Friday - 9am to 5pm

The Signup Form is at the Bottom of this Page

Intro to Circuitry

This session focuses on the basics of electronics. Students will learn the science of basic circuits and will create devices using motors.

Students will leave with several circuitry experiences that can be used in our more advanced robotics programs.

Ages 12-17

Basics of Electronics
Understanding of the Types of Circuits
Learn Soldering
Exposure to Computers Past, Present and Future Trends

Cost: $275. Qualify for a 20% discount by registering for 2 or more sessions or referring another student.

Scholarships may be available.

Dates and Times:

Engineering 2-Intro to Circuitry - June 27 - July 1, 2022
Monday - Friday - 9am to 5pm

Intro to Robotics - Engineering

This session focuses on circuitry knowledge from the Intro to Circuitry and expands into more automated robotics. Students will put robots together and see them work. They will leave with an appreciation of basic robots and circuitry.

Ages 12-17

Programming Robots

Cost: $275. Qualify for a 20% discount by registering for 2 or more sessions or referring another student.

Scholarships may be available.

Dates and Times:

Engineering 2-Intro to Robotics - July 11 - July 15, 2022
Monday - Friday - 9am to 5pm

Next Level Circuitry

This session focuses on the more complex electronics. Students will take what they learned in basic circuitry and tackle more challenging projects.

Students will leave with several circuitry experiences that can be used in our more advanced robotics programs.

Ages 12-17

More Complex Electronics
Work with Different Circuits to Complete Projects

Cost: $275. Qualify for a 20% discount by registering for 2 or more sessions or referring another student.
Scholarships may be available.

Dates and Times:

Engineering 2-Next level Circuitry - July 5 - July 8, 2022

Monday - Friday - 9am to 5pm

The Signup Form is at the Bottom of this Page

Next Level Robotics

This session focuses on the more complex robots. Students will take what they learned in basic robotics and tackle more challenging projects.

Students will leave with several circuitry experiences that can be used in our more advanced robotics programs.

Ages 12-17

More Complex Electronics
Work with Different Circuits to Complete Projects

Cost: $275. Qualify for a 20% discount by registering for 2 or more sessions or referring another student.
Scholarships may be available.

Dates and Times:

Engineering 2-Next level Robotics - July 11 - July 15, 2022

Monday - Friday - 9am to 5pm

The Signup Form is at the Bottom of this Page

Office - 513-549-8308
Cell - 513-377-1679