Future Engineers
Grades 7-8 | Ages 12-14
Great time to deepen design thinking, coding logic, and introduce advanced machinery
Activities
6 Projects
Total Hours
26+ hrs
Week
Week 1
Course Description
Unlock your child's engineering potential with our "Future Engineers" workshop tailored specifically for intellectually curious 7th and 8th graders! This immersive program goes beyond basic concepts to deepen design thinking skills, introduce coding logic, and provide hands-on experience with advanced machinery.
Watch your young innovator thrive as they master 3D printing technology, build and operate cutting-edge 3D scanners, and engineer sophisticated Mars rover prototypes.
Key Info
Course Type
In-Person at our Oshawa facility
Class Size
Maximum 12 students
Instructor Ratio
1:6 instructor to student ratio
Session Duration
2 hours per session
Program Length
8 weeks total
Program Fee
$250 + HST
Late start fees are prorated
What Your Child Will Do
Hands-on projects and activities designed to build skills, spark creativity, and have fun
Captivation & Icebreakers
Use a slicer and 3D print a model
Assembly and Operation of a 3D Scanner
Space / Mars Rovers
Auto Transmission
as a build & demo project
Build a hydraulic arm or robotic claw
Our Learning Framework
Every course is designed around three core pillars that ensure holistic development
Learning Outcomes
- Build confidence through hands-on success
- Practice critical thinking skills
- Develop natural curiosity
- Creative problem-solving abilities
- Social and collaboration skills
- Scientific method fundamentals
Tools and Skills
- Introduction to robotics
- Introduction to 3D printing
- Building and designing
- Experimenting safely
- Basic coding concepts
- Engineering principles
Maker Mindset
- Problem-solving approach
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patience and persistence
- Resilience through iteration
- Growth mindset development
- Critical thinking skills
