Advanced Summer Academy I - Students Grades 7-8
AM and PM Sessions start July 14

 

For graduates of the 2007 program, and new students entering 7th and 8th grade.

Only new students require recommendation of science or math teacher.

 


Introduction to Engineering College Laboratory and involves Signature Analysis, RFID, Robotics Technology

 

Experienced engineers and technologists will provide course instruction, with support from industry professionals, and college faculty and students.  Problem solving techniques and hands-on laboratory projects will be taught concurrently to reinforce students’ understanding and learning. Students will be taught engineering, technology and science practices through participation in the solution of technical problems — from concept to design, development and testing.

 

The purpose of the Advanced Tech Academy I is to further expand student participation in math and science, to improve their understanding of and the need for increased achievement as they may seek a career in engineering, technology and science.

 

Each session will be three weeks in length, three hours a day, starting at either 9 AM or 1 PM, Monday through Friday. The class, limited to 25 students, will be held at the College of Engineering, San Jose State University.