Come to Missouri University of Science and Technology campus ready to learn the basic principles of robotics at this hands-on program including electronics, sensors, motor and servo control, programming and control techniques as well as robotics applications in today’s society.

Using the LEGO® Mindstorms™ Robotics Invention System, teams of participants will have the opportunity to invent, design, build, and program robots while learning the basic structure of computer programming. By integrating motors and sensors with the NXT microcomputer, students will program their robots to respond to their environment, reacting to light, avoiding obstacles, and doing amazing things.  This hands-on program provides students with the opportunity for exploration and practical application of math, science, programming, and engineering concepts, while working in small, collaborative teams with a teacher who will guide their exploration and discovery. No robotics experience is required to participate. All materials will be furnished.

Eligibility

Participants must be ages 11-14 as of January 1, 2008. We must adhere strictly to these age limits.

Dates, Locations, & Accommodations

Rolla, MO
Session One - June 12-14, 2008
Session Two - July 29-31, 2008
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Residential College

Fees & Registration

$385 - Resident Fee
$335 - Commuter Fee

Resident fee includes two nights stay in the dorms, all meals (from lunch on the first day until lunch on the last day), activities, and a camp T-shirt.

Commuter fee includes three lunches and two dinners, activities, and a camp T-shirt.

REGISTER ONLINE

Registration deadline is June 2, 2008, for the first session and July 21, 2008, for the second session.

Cancellation Policy
The university reserves the right to cancel its programs in the event of insufficient registrations, instructor illness, severe weather, or natural disaster. In the event of cancellation, registrants will be notified immediately and all fees will be returned in full. Persons wishing to cancel their registrations must do so by close of business on June 5, 2008 for the first session and July 22, for the second session. Refunds will not be made after these dates.