Spark Your Future: Electrical Engineering Module
Get ready to unleash your inner engineer with our electrical engineering module. Electricity powers our world, from the smartphones in our hands to the lights that illuminate our cities. The electrical engineering module of our summer program provides an opportunity to understand exactly how those lights and phones work, and shows students how they can help shape the future of our world. You'll take part in hands-on projects, such as building circuits and radios, while learning the fundamentals of electricity and electronics.
Under the guidance of our instructors, you'll gain valuable skills and knowledge, meet inspiring guest speakers who are professionals in the field, and explore various disciplines of engineering. Join us for a fun and engaging summer experience where you can ignite your passion for engineering and build a strong foundation for your future.
Through engaging hands-on challenges, you'll witness firsthand the power of electrical engineering in the real world. From renewable energy solutions to cutting-edge robotics, you'll explore how these technologies are shaping our future. Our engineering camp sparks students' interest in STEM fields, equipping them with valuable skills and knowledge to pursue successful careers in engineering and beyond.
While electrical engineering is the primary focus of this module, our summer program explores four different disciplines of engineering. Whether your passion lies in the design of intricate machines with mechanical engineering, the construction of towering skyscrapers through civil engineering, or the exploration of outer space with aerospace engineering, we have a module that is sure to spark your interest.
Our Electrical Engineering Projects:
Get ready to dive deep into the world of electrical engineering with three exciting hands-on projects! The electrical engineering module of our summer program prioritizes practical learning; allows students to apply theoretical concepts to real-world challenges. You'll tackle the AM Radio Challenge, where you'll learn soldering techniques while constructing a functioning radio. In the Drone Challenge, you'll dive into the fascinating world of flight by building and programming a drone. Finally, in the Smart Car Sensor Challenge, you'll design and build a smart car equipped with sensors to navigate obstacles and complete tasks. These engaging electrical engineering projects will not only enhance student's understanding of electrical engineering principles but also encourage creativity, problem-solving skills, and a passion for innovation.
AM Radio Challenge
A classic electrical engineering summer camp activity, build a fully functional AM radio from a kit! Although AM radio may not be the most popular technology today, this quintessential project offers valuable learning experiences. It's an excellent hands-on activity for high school students to grasp fundamental electrical engineering concepts and develop soldering skills. As a beginner-friendly project, it is a fantastic starting point for aspiring electrical engineers.
Learning Objectives:
- Interest in Engineering: Experiencing the satisfaction of building a working electronic device and gain a deeper understanding of the role of electronics in everyday life.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills through the process of troubleshooting and debugging the radio circuit.
- Soldering Skills: Learn the skills to safely and accurately solder electronic components to a printed circuit board.
- Radio Principles: Understand the principles of electromagnetic waves and how they are used for radio communication, including the role of different components in the radio's circuits.
Flying Drone Challenge
Design and build a fully operational drone capable of carrying a payload to a designated target. This challenging project encourages students to continuously improve their drone's performance through iterative design and testing. Students will work collaboratively to optimize their drones for maximum performance. Through friendly competition, teams will push each other to innovate and explore creative solutions. All of this will improve their understanding of aerodynamic principles, flight control systems, and other key concepts in electrical engineering.
Learning Objectives:
- Electrical Engineering Applications: Students will learn how electrical engineering principles are applied in the design and operation of drones.
- Engineering Design Process: Students will experience the iterative design process, including planning, prototyping, testing, analysis, and refinement, to improve the performance and functionality of their drones.
- Flight Dynamics & Aerodynamics: Students will develop an understanding of fundamental flight principles and they interact to enable flight.
- Teamwork & Communication: Students will collaborate effectively within teams, communicate ideas clearly, and develop essential teamwork skills such as active listening, conflict resolution, and shared decision-making.
Smart Car Sensor Challenge
In this exciting electrical engineering challenge, students will design and build a fully functional smart car from the ground up. Working collaboratively in teams students will learn to control their creations through Arduino coding. They will modify pre-written code to command the car's movements to navigate through an obstacle course. To bring their designs to life, students will also gain hands-on experience with basic circuitry and breadboarding.
Learning Objectives:
- Electrical Engineering Fundamentals: Apply fundamental electrical engineering concepts, including circuitry, breadboarding, and basic electronics, to assemble and wire the car's components.
- Mechanical Engineering Principles: Understand basic mechanical engineering principles, such as gear ratios, steering mechanisms, and vehicle dynamics, by designing and building a functional car chassis.
- Coding and Programming: Learn basic programming concepts using Arduino and develop code to control the car's movements, integrate sensors, and implement autonomous navigation.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: Effectively collaborate within a team to design, build, and program the smart car, fostering teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA
Session 1
June 29th - July 8th
Session 2
July 11th - July 20th
Tuition Pricing
$3,995
University of San Diego San Diego, CA
Session 1
June 12th - June 20th
Session 2
June 24th - July 3rd
Tuition Pricing
$3,995
Rice University
Houston, TX
Session 1
June 29th - July 8th
Session 2
July 11th - July 20th
Tuition Pricing
$3,995
Columbia University
New York, NY
Session 1
July 12th - July 20th
Session 2
July 24th - August 2nd
Tuition Pricing
$4,195
With nonstop sunshine and the beaches, strands, shopping and more just a stone’s throw from campus, our USD TESI students will really have a wonderful summer. With such beautiful surroundings, we get the chance to explore and maybe even find the legendary fish taco truck!
The University of Pennsylvania is a fabulous, safe urban campus located in the heart of Philadelphia. This allows us easy access to many of the local sights, sounds and flavors available to us!
The entrance is staffed by Penn Security 24/7. Inside is our air-conditioned wonderland, packed with the same fabulous amenities the Penn students enjoy. We also have our own outdoor area, inside the secure walls, where we have patio seating, tables, a grassy area, and more. It is quite lovely.
