Kids: Adventures in Science & Engineering
Learn about Electronic Circuits and Aerodynamics, Launch Rockets
Explore the world of science in an exciting hands-on experience that will spark your imagination. Learn the basics of simple machines—such as levers, pulleys, and wheel & axle combinations. Experience how electricity works by designing circuits and exploring electrical devices.
Blast rockets into the sky, learn about aerodynamics using simple household objects and even harness the power of the sun to build your own ‘green-powered’ solar car! Have a budding scientist or computer engineer in the family? Then build the foundation for their scientific curiosity or a future career. Course sessions are split between the exploration of science and computer engineering, with kids using Scratch to program 2D video games or create character animation.
What You’ll Learn: Adventures in Science & Engineering
| Course Content | Software Used |
|---|---|
| • Basic computer programming with Scratch© • How simple machines work • How to build simple machines using K’NEX® • Introduction to aerodynamics and aerospace engineering • How to build water rockets • Introduction to solar engineering • How to build solar race cars |
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Course may vary slightly based on student expertise & class interest. All students work on their own personal projects.
Who Should Attend: Adventures in Science & Engineering
Ages 8-12 | Beginner – Advanced | No Programming or Engineering Experience Required
Have a future scientist or engineer in your house? Why not ignite their imagination? This course is designed for aspiring scientists and engineers or kids of any background who are interested in learning more about science and computers.
Related Courses: You May Also Be Interested In…
| Course Title | Brief Description | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Adventures in Architecture and Structural Design | Learn about the history of architecture, build and create | 1 Week |
| Adventures in Robotics | Create Robots and explore robotics programming | 1 Week |
| Adventures in Role Playing Games | Learn how to program your own game | 1 Week |
| Adventures in 2D & 3D Video Game Creation | Create your own game in this hands on experience | 1 Week |
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 Science & Engineering
| Options | Price | Duration | Meals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition (base price includes $35 Lab Fee) | $860 | 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
| “It was awesome that I got to use my hands as much as my brain!” - Tariq, DMA Science & Engineering Student |
Dates by Location 2012
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Vancouver, BC
- Jul 23-27
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Stanford, CA
- Jun 11-15 | Jul 2-6 | Jul 9-13 | Jul 23-27 | Jul 30-Aug 3 | Aug 13-17
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Los Angeles, CA
- Jun 25-29 | Jul 9-13
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San Diego, CA
- Jul 23-27
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Austin, TX
- Jul 2-6 | Jul 16-20
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Washington D.C.
- Jul 9-13 | Jul 30-Aug 3
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Philadelphia, PA
- Jul 16-20
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Swarthmore, PA
- Jul 30-Aug 3
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Cambridge, MA
- Jun 11-15 | Jun 25-29 | Jul 9-13 | Jul 23-27
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Chicago, IL
- Jun 25-29 | Jul 9-13
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New York, NY
- Aug 6-10


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