This Nov / Dec holidays, we are offering two different camp programmes, “Underwater Robotics” and “micro:bit in Space”.
Nov 23-26 (9am to 3pm)* + 27 Nov (Field Trip)
Program Overview
In this camp, participants will build, wire, code, and test their own underwater robot. In the process, they will learn to…
- Program and use the Arduino microcontroller with motors and sensors
- Prepare electronic parts for underwater use
- Design and print parts using a 3D printer
- Construct an underwater robot using PVC pipes and their own 3D printed parts
- Learn about buoyancy, drag, and thrust, and perform tests on their robot
- Participate in a mini-competition within a swimming pool
The last day (27 Nov) is an optional field trip to the reservoir (…if weather permits). There are no additional charges for the field trip.
Participants will get to keep the underwater robot they constructed (Including all electronics, but excluding batteries for safety reasons).
Fishes at Bedok Reservoir
Pool test of underwater robot
Activities
Price : $ 500
* Early drop-off and late pick-ups available for the busy parents at no extra cost. Just let us know in advance what time you’ll like to drop-off and pick-up your kids. Lunch is provided.
Dec 7-11 (9am to 3pm)*
Program Overview
Participants will learn how to code for the popular BBC micro:bit, and use it to conduct experiments relating to living and travelling in space. Experiments includes:
- Building a solar energy collector with automatic sun tracking
- Water extraction from lunar mineral rocks
- Replenishment of oxygen and fuel production in space
- Design and construct tools using a 3D printer, and learn about the role of 3D printing in space
- Rocket tail design and testing
- Physics of a rocket launch
- Logging of a rocket flight profile
Water Rockets with micro:bits
Activities
Price : $ 500
* Early drop-off and late pick-ups available for the busy parents at no extra cost. Just let us know in advance what time you’ll like to drop-off and pick-up your kids. Lunch is provided.
FAQ
Are campers allowed to bring home their projects?
For the Underwater Robotics programme, whatever they build is theirs to keep. We do not restrict the type or quantity of parts and materials used; as long as it’s available in our center, they can build it into their project and keep it. For programs utilizing micro:bits, we limit the campers to one each; this helps us to keep costs low for you.
What tools will they use?
For the Underwater Robotics programme, tools that we may use depends on the individual camper’s design, and includes:
- Computers and tablets
- 3D printer
- Scissors
- Pen knife
- Screw drivers
- Hammer
- Hand saw
- Sandpaper
- Hand file
- Glue gun
- Soldering iron
- Cordless drills
- Jigsaw
For the micro:bit in Space programme, the campers are expected to utilize:
- Computers and tablets
- 3D printer
- Scissors
- Pen knife
- Screw drivers
- Glue gun
- Soldering iron
Jigsaws and soldering irons! Is it safe?
Kids need to be exposed to some amount of danger, so that they can learn to assess risks on their own. Our instructor-mentors closely supervise all work with dangerous equipment to ensure that no serious injuries occur, but minor cuts, splinters and burns should be expected when performing woodwork and soldering. If either parents or child is uncomfortable with a particular tool, we will let the child plan the task, but have the instructor-mentor perform it for them. We will also stop a child from operating a tool if we feel that the child is unable to do so safely.
Are lunch and snacks provided?
Yes. We’ll provide lunch, as well as snacks and drinks for the kids during break time. Do let us know if your child has any dietary restrictions.