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Seattle Parks and Recreation - AI & Robotics Academy: Metal Engineering

Students graduate from plastic bricks to building robust robots using metal parts, nuts, bolts, and real tools.

🔥 Middle School 🕒 1-week Day Camp In-person All skill levels 💰 $272/week

About this camp

Students aged 8-13 engage in real engineering by transitioning from plastic bricks to constructing robust robots using metal parts, nuts, bolts, and authentic tools. This hands-on academy provides a comprehensive introduction to robotics and artificial intelligence. Participants will gain practical experience in mechanical assembly as they build their machines from the ground up. A core component of the program involves integrating advanced sensors, allowing robots to perceive and interact with their environment. Students will then explore fundamental AI concepts, learning how to apply these principles for effective machine control and autonomous operation. Through a series of engaging challenges and projects, the camp is designed to cultivate critical thinking, foster effective teamwork, and enhance problem-solving abilities. Participants will develop valuable skills in mechanical engineering, sensor technology, and basic artificial intelligence programming, preparing them for future STEM endeavors and encouraging innovative thinking. The curriculum emphasizes iterative design and troubleshooting, ensuring a deep understanding of the engineering process.

What a typical day looks like

Students spend their afternoon building robots with metal parts, integrating sensors, and exploring AI concepts for machine control.

Best suited for

This camp is ideal for middle school students aged 8-13 who are eager to move beyond basic building kits and explore real-world robotics and artificial intelligence through hands-on engineering.

What you'll learn

Robot construction with metal parts Use of real tools (nuts bolts) Advanced sensor integration AI concepts for machine control Critical thinking Teamwork Problem-solving skills

Location

Bitter Lake CC Family Center, Seattle, WA

Sponsored by Research Ignited

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