ROBOTICS & ENGINEERING ACADEMY

This course provides an introduction to the world of robotics and electrical engineering! We’ll move students from basic programming and electronic circuit concepts to building the robot and exploring each sensor/actuator’s capabilities by programming the RedBot Arduino platform.

The second week builds on knowledge of basic programming and circuitry to teach students to build their own unique projects using the Raspberry Pi and a variety of sensors. Students will learn the basics of Python, physical computing with the Pi, and how to use the Pi’s internet connectivity to communicate with it remotely. Students will get to take their course materials home with them!

Our Robotics + Engineering courses teach kids the basics of electrical engineering and programming as they design and build robots and gadgets. The Robotics & Engineering Academy immerses students in the fundamentals of mechanical and electrical engineering as they design, build, test, and program their robot to complete various challenges. Students will also harness the power of the internet as they create electrical gadgets that respond to internet data! Not only will students take home Arduino kits to experiment with, but the various projects that students complete can also be used in portfolios for college applications and internships long after camp ends.

The Teen Experience: Since 2002, Digital Media Academy has been encouraging and inspiring teens to become the next generation of developers, animators, filmmakers, photographers, designers, and engineers. In addition to developing teens’ interests and passions for the latest in new tech, our camps foster personal growth, confidence, and independence; preparing students for life beyond high school and college.