Colorado STEM Camps are the perfect way for 5th to 7th grade students to engage with real world learning experiences over the summer. Small classes and highly experienced instructors allow for a fun and friendly environment that is packed with excitement.
Each day will feature a new learning topic that is always hands-on and challenging, from designing in CAD to laser cutting to coding for robots, students will learn skills to propel them forward in science and engineering. All while having a blast!
Intro to CAD and Laser Cutting
June 9-13, 2025
What could be more rewarding than seeing your ideas come to life in real time! Each day in the CAD and Laser Cutting course students will work on creative designs that start out basic and add complexity as the week progresses. We will use Tinkercad as our software program. While quite basic and intuitive, Tinkercad is an excellent starting place for CAD design as many of the techniques can translate to more powerful CAD programs such as Fusion 360.
Our laser cutter is a Glowforge Pro with a powerful laser and a large platform. We will work with a variety of materials such as cardboard, MDF, plywood and acrylic. Laser cutting is a quick way to prototype ideas as most cuts take only minutes to complete. Students will learn how to adjust settings to create their desired cuts.
This course is aimed for complete beginners to computer design, though basic computer skills will be necessary such as navigating a web-based program, using login IDs and passwords, and understanding how to control-click. Campers will need to bring their own computer.
All supplies are included, and students will bring home their creations to share with their family.
Robotics with Lego
June 2-6, 2025
IThis camp is fun and fast-paced with plenty of opportunity to explore and innovate. From the basics of block-based programming to beating other teams in head to head competitions, this camp is perfect for young innovators. We will start the week with the basics of block coding and simple robots. As the week progresses, new challenges will be revealed that will require innovative ideas and new robots.
Students can look forward to designing robots that can navigate mazes, perform unique movements, and interact with their environment using sensors and motors. They'll learn valuable STEM concepts such as coding, teamwork, and design thinking, all while having a blast. By the end of the week, students will not only have a fully functional robot they created themselves, but also the confidence and excitement to continue exploring the world of technology. Whether they're new to robotics or looking to take their skills to the next level, this camp is the perfect opportunity to discover the thrill of innovation!
Location: Watershed School, North Boulder. Please DO NOT contact the school for information. While we have a great relationship with Watershed, Colorado STEM Camps is a separate organization.
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