Engineering & Simple Machines (Age 8-10)
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Learning Outcomes:

  • Introduction to complex machines
  • Unit measurements and exercises using solar panels, levers, cams, gears and pulleys
  • Simulating real-life machines

Calling all aspiring scientists, engineers, and designers! This camp is designed for students interested in science, engineering, and design. Participants will learn about solar, wind, and DC motors and discover the role machines play in everyday life. Using tools such as levers, cams, gears, and pulleys, students will build multiple models that simulate real-world machines like sweeping devices, windmills, and racing cars. They will also have the opportunity to create their own imaginative designs. Projects include solar cars, alien walkers, dog-bots, and more. By the end of the week, students will not only understand how these machines work but will also invent creative solutions of their own. Co-sponsored with Future Technology Education.

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

Class Sections For Engineering & Simple Machines (Age 8-10) (YESCI 181)

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

This is an in-person camp. This engineering class is for those who design and build. Programming concepts are not covered. More details will be emailed the week before camp starts. No prior experience necessary.

Date(s) Day Time Location
06/08/26 - 06/12/26 MTWThF 1:00 pm -4:00 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: 06/16/2026

No Camp Monday, June 15th. This is an in-person camp. This engineering class is for those who design and build. Programming concepts are not covered. More details will be emailed the week before camp starts. No prior experience necessary.

Date(s) Day Time Location
06/16/26 - 06/19/26 TWThF 8:45 am -12:30 pm UUCE 148
Tuition: $250.00 + Special Fee: $90.00 = $340.00      

Instructor: Staff

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

Summer 2026 Section 3, Starting on: 07/20/2026

No Camp Friday, July 24th. This is an in-person camp. This engineering class is for those who design and build. Programming concepts are not covered. More details will be emailed the week before camp starts. No prior experience necessary.

Date(s) Day Time Location
07/20/26 - 07/23/26 MTWTh 1:00 pm -4:45 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 4, Starting on: 07/27/2026

This is an in-person camp. This engineering class is for those who design and build. Programming concepts are not covered. More details will be emailed the week before camp starts. No prior experience necessary.

Date(s) Day Time Location
07/27/26 - 07/31/26 MTWThF 1:00 pm -4:00 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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