Kids: Adventures in Robotics

Great for kids who love to build things and want to learn more about robots

Learn basic programming and engineering concepts using LEGO’s NXT software

This robotics camp is designed for aspiring robot builders – both boys and girls

Hands-on experience with the robotics design and building process

Learn to Design, Build and Program Robots

Learn to design, build and program robots at the world’s best robot summer camp! A hands-on summer camp experience that gives kids the rewards and excitement of learning and using robotics. Campers work both individually and in small teams, learning about gear ratios, locomotion and energy as they construct robots using the acclaimed LEGO® MINDSTORMS® NXT robotics kit.

Learn how to control your robots while putting them through a series of real-world challenges. At the end of the week, take the ultimate challenge and compete in DMA’s Robot Games!

Each student uses a dedicated robotics kit (1 kit per student) that’s equipped with every part imaginable!

What You’ll Learn: Adventures in Robotics

Course Content Software Used
• Hands-on experience with the robotics design & building process
• Creative problem solving
• Basic mechanical engineering concepts
• Basic programming concepts
• Communication & teamwork
• LEGO® MINDSTORMS® Education NXT Base Set
• LEGO® MINDSTORMS® Education NXT Software

Course may vary slightly based on student expertise & class interest. All students work on their own personal project.

Who Should Attend: Adventures in Robotics
Ages 8-12 | Beginning to Advanced | No Programming Experience Required

This robotics camp is designed for aspiring robot builders. The experience is also great for kids who love to build things and want to learn more about programming and mechanical concepts. This course will challenge young minds to think critically and work together with others to solve problems.

New to robots, programming and robotics? No problem! This robotics summer camp will increase your knowledge of robotics and programming while enjoying the adventure with other kids with similar interests.

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Questions about a course or additional weeks at DMA? Ready to register? Please call 866.656.3342 for more information and to speak with a Guest Experience Representative.

Fees & Additional Options: Adventures in Robotics

Options Price Duration Meals
Tuition (base price includes $70 Lab Fee) $895 1 Week, Mon-Fri Lunch not included
Lunch Plan (for non-residential students) add $65 1 Week, Mon-Fri 5 lunches
Residential Program – Dorm (Not Available at Harvard) add $495 1 Week, Sun-Fri 3 meals/day
Residential Program (UCLA only) add $795 1 Week, Sun-Fri 3 meals/day
Extended Day-Student Program (7:30am-7:00pm) add $195 1 Week, Mon-Fri 3 meals/day

*To view all options, including weekend stays, visit our Options & Fees page.    

1 Week   |   Ages 8-12   |   Beg-Adv

“I liked everything about DMA but I liked programming the robots best!”
- Harry, DMA Robotics Student

Dates by Location 2012

  • Vancouver, BC

  • not offered at this location

  • Stanford, CA

  • Jun 11-15 | Jun 25-29 | Jul 9-13 | Jul 16-20 | Jul 30-Aug 3 | Aug 6-10
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