STEM Engineering Projects: Innovate, Design, and Build

Schedule
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
costs
$655
per week
STEM Engineering Projects: Innovate, Design, and Build
Grades
5th - 8th
Location
Mesa College
capacity
24 students

Why This Course is Transformative:

Guided by a curriculum focused on mechanics, electronics, and programming, students gain practical skills in real-world engineering applications. This program is suitable for beginners exploring STEM and intermediate learners advancing their knowledge Career Pathways and Salary Range.

Career Pathways and Salary Ranges

This course prepares students for careers in

  • Mechanical Engineer ($75,000–$120,000): Design and develop machines and mechanical systems.
  • Aerospace Engineer ($85,000–$150,000): Innovate and test aircraft and spacecraft designs.
  • Robotics Engineer ($80,000–$140,000): Create intelligent, programmable systems.
  • Electrical Engineer ($70,000–$130,000): Develop and test electrical systems, including renewable energy solutions.
  • Game Developer (Embedded Systems) ($75,000–$120,000): Design and code games on microcontroller platforms like Arduino.
What You'll Learn:
  • Week 1: Formula Tech– Solar-Powered Cars and Energy Exploration Students will dive into the world of remote-controlled vehicles and renewable energy. From designing solar-powered cars to generating electricity with hand-cranked generators, students will explore sustainable energy solutions while understanding how engineers approach energy challenges.
  • Week 2: Aerospace Engineering Take flight by designing and constructing high-flying vehicles. Students will learn the principles of aerodynamics, propulsion, and stability, gaining hands-on experience in aerospace engineering while building lightweight and efficient flying machines.
  • Week 3: Mechanical Engineering – Boats with Raspberry Pi and 3D Printing Students will construct programmable, sea-worthy boats using Raspberry Pi microcontrollers and custom-designed 3D-printed components. This project combines mechanical engineering, coding, and electronics to create functional watercraft.
  • Week 4: Laser-Cut Arduino Snake Game Students will design and program their own arcade-style Snake Game using Arduino microcontrollers. This project combines programming, electronics, and laser cutting to teach the fundamentals of game design while fostering technical creativity.
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