Students gain foundational engineering and programming skills by developing a VEX IQ robot to simulate a NASA Mars Rover Mission.
The Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics program at Virginia Tech offers middle school students a dynamic, 40-hour educational experience focused on immersing them in the world of robotics and artificial intelligence. Participants will develop a VEX IQ robot to simulate a NASA Mars Rover Mission, gaining foundational skills in engineering and programming, including simulation programming of a rover. The program emphasizes hands-on learning and collaborative projects, allowing students to explore various STEM career paths. Through interactive sessions, students will engage with cutting-edge technology and enhance their understanding of STEM fields.
A typical day involves hands-on activities in robotics and AI, focusing on developing and programming a VEX IQ robot, with breaks and opportunities for collaborative projects.
This camp is ideal for middle school students interested in exploring robotics, artificial intelligence, and engineering through hands-on projects and real-world simulations.
Virginia Tech Academic Building One, 3625 Potomac Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305
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