Arduino Robotics (Age 11-14)
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Learning Outcomes:

  • Teamwork, strategy and problem solving 
  • Arduino circuit boards, wiring and software
  • Introduction to microcontrollers, stepper motors, LED and sensors
  • Robot building exercises

This camp is designed for students ready to move beyond LEGO and explore the fundamentals of robotics and programming. Using beginner-friendly Arduino circuit boards and software, students will learn how to design and program autonomous robots. Throughout the week, they will experiment with sensors, wiring, and coding to create interactive circuits that respond to their environment. Projects include building alarms, creating light and sound effects, and designing a customized robotic vehicle equipped with motors, LEDs, and sensors. This hands-on experience introduces students to essential STEM concepts while fostering creativity and problem-solving skills. Co-sponsored with Future Technology Education.

Questions? Call Youth Education at 801-581-6984 or use our online form.

Class Sections For Arduino Robotics (Age 11-14) (YESCI 537)

Summer 2026 Section 1, Starting on: 06/08/2026

This is an in-person camp. More details will be emailed the week before camp starts. Previous knowledge of programming languages is a plus, but not required. We’ll be using Arduino IDE 1.8.19 or Arduino IDE 2.3.6 software, and if you’d like to bring your own laptop, you can practice at home each day. Don’t worry if you don’t have one—we’ll also have laptops ready for you to use in class.

Date(s) Day Time Location
06/08/26 - 06/12/26 MTWThF 9:00 am -12:00 pm UUCE 146
Tuition: $250.00 + Special Fee: $90.00 = $340.00      

Instructor: Staff

Registration starts 02-09-2026 at 9:00 a.m.

Summer 2026 Section 2, Starting on: 07/27/2026

This is an in-person camp. More details will be emailed the week before camp starts. Previous knowledge of programming languages is a plus, but not required. We’ll be using Arduino IDE 1.8.19 or Arduino IDE 2.3.6 software, and if you’d like to bring your own laptop, you can practice at home each day. Don’t worry if you don’t have one—we’ll also have laptops ready for you to use in class.

Date(s) Day Time Location
07/27/26 - 07/31/26 MTWThF 9:00 am -12:00 pm CAMPUS
Tuition: $250.00 + Special Fee: $90.00 = $340.00      

Instructor: Staff

Registration starts 02-09-2026 at 9:00 a.m.

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