If you have a learner who likes building things and figuring out how things work, they will love this class. Join us as we explore, investigate & solve problems while we learn about the building blocks of mechanical engineering. This exciting hands-on engineering class combines LEGO® Education & LEGO® Technic™ materials to explore motorized and self powered action machines by building realistic models.  Students will enjoy hand-on activities with using LEGO® materials that include levers, gears, wheels, axles & pulleys that incorporate math, science & creativity.  
 
Fun action packed motorized models may include: cars, go karts, merry-go-rounds, pulleys, drawbridges, roller conveyor, crane, and more.  Possible challenges and contest include: designing a custom chair, creating a drumming mechanism, building the car that goes the fastest or furthest, designing a land yacht, designing a better hand mixer and more. The high emphasis on building techniques will develop a strong understanding of mechanical principles. Concepts explored: rigid vs. movable, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd class levers, force, effect, gear ratios, gearing up & down, drive-trains, friction, roller & ball bearings, pulley ratio, fixed vs. movable pulley and other motorized topics. Students will also be challenged to solve problems, encouraged to apply what they learn and come up with creative solutions. 

Summer 2011 Camp Schedule
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