The camp offers a unique opportunity for middle school students to simulate a NASA Mars Rover Mission using VEX IQ robots, providing a tangible and exciting application of AI and robotics.
The Virginia Tech AI and Robotics Summer Camp immerses middle school students in hands-on experiences with robotics and artificial intelligence. Participants will develop a VEX IQ robot to simulate a NASA Mars Rover Mission, gaining foundational skills in engineering, programming, and artificial intelligence. The program emphasizes project-based learning, allowing students to investigate ideas, build technical skills, and apply their knowledge to solve real-world problems. Activities are designed to spark curiosity and build foundational STEM skills in a supportive, supervised environment. Students will learn to design, build, and program their own functional robots, transforming imaginative concepts into working prototypes. The camp also focuses on developing critical thinking, rapid problem-solving, and teamwork through collaborative challenges.
A typical day blends hands-on learning with campus exploration. Students spend approximately five hours per day on the computer, taking breaks for recreational activities like sports, gaming tournaments, and outdoor activities.
This camp is ideal for middle school students interested in exploring emerging technologies and gaining practical experience in robotics, programming, and artificial intelligence through hands-on projects.
Virginia Tech Academic Building One, 3625 Potomac Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305
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