Engineering Summer Program

This summer engineering course introduces high school students to the fundamentals of digital electronics and physical computing through hands-on use of the Arduino Microcontroller . Students learn how digital systems work by exploring binary logic, inputs and outputs, and microcontroller-based control. Through guided labs, they gain experience programming the Arduino, wiring electronic components safely, and using digital and analog signals to read sensors and control outputs such as LEDs, buzzers, and displays. No prior programming or electronics experience is required, making the course accessible while still technically rigorous.

As the week progresses, students apply these fundamentals to real-world engineering challenges involving motors, driver boards, and sensors. They learn how to safely control DC motors and servo motors using motor driver circuits, implement decision-making logic in code, and integrate multiple components into a single system. The course culminates in a student-designed final project such as a smart device, automated mechanism, or sensor-based system that reinforces problem-solving, teamwork, and engineering design principles. By the end of the program, students leave with practical skills, confidence in working with electronics, and a clear understanding of how software and hardware work together in modern technology.