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2010 Summer of STEM Camps

Will you be a sophomore, junior, or senior in high school this fall? Do you like hands-on experiments and problem solving? Are you interested in having fun while studying science, technology, engineering, or math? If you answered "yes," then Harrisburg University of Science and Technology’s 2010 Summer STEM Camps are waiting for you! While camps vary in length, daily schedule, location, cost, and grade levels, they all have the same purpose--allow you to have fun and learn about fields that interest you. Plus some of the camps allow you to earn college credits. Apply now!

High School Gaming Academy

Learn game programming, 3D modeling and professional techniques for designing and producing video games this summer during the Harrisburg University of Science and Technology High School Gaming Academy. The intensive three-week summer commuter program is open to students entering 10th, 11th or 12th grade with a passion for video games and exposes students to career opportunities in the entertainment industry. Led by Charles Palmer, Executive Director of the Center for Advanced Entertainment and Learning Technologies, the Academy offers two three-week intensive sessions. Class size is limited to 12 for each session. Each session is an immersive educational journey into the dynamic world of video game development, including 3D modeling, game programming, audio production and level design.

• High School Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors
• Session 1: June 21 through July 9 | Session 2: July 12 - July 30
• $900/session
• For information on the Gaming Academy or to apply, call Charles Palmer at 717.901.5127 or email CPalmer@HarrisburgU.edu
• Scholarship information for the Academy is available at http://caelt1.harrisburgu.edu/theacademy/about.html.
• Additional information on the camp is at http://www.HarrisburgU.edu/theAcademy.

LEGO® Robotics Programming (CISC 100)

LEGO® robotics is a hands-on building kit for learning computer programming at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology. Dr. Luis Paris teaches the HU LEGO® Robotics Programming class (CISC 100) where students learn to create proof-of-concept applications using sensors, motors, and lots of creativity: the pathfinder, featuring a robot that follows a track in any direction; the explorer, walks and senses a room through an obstacle avoidance algorithm; the roboalien, attempts to mimic human moods like happiness, fear, and surprise; and the robodancers, capable of performing dance moves without any loss of synchronization.

• High School Juniors or Seniors (high school Algebra required)
• A 3-week course starting July 19 and ending August 6
• Fee is $223 per-credit-hour. This is a 3-credit, college-level course. To receive college credits, attendees must complete a dual enrollment application to Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.
• For information on camp tuition or the application, call 717.901.5101 or email Admissions@HarrisburgU.edu

Nanobiotechnology Summer Camp

This summer camp is for rising high school juniors and seniors seeking opportunities to learn more about nanobiotechnology. Faculty from Harrisburg University of Science and Technology lead the classes. Each day has a theme that is dedicated to a specific field of nanobiotechnology. You’ll take field trips to biotechnology-based companies like Hanson Technologies and Aptagen, LLC, as well as a nanofabrication facility at Penn State University. Additionally, there are lecture components, lab experiments, and class discussions.

• High School Juniors or Seniors (Students interested in enrolling in the camp should have completed two of the following classes: high school biology, chemistry, and algebra.)
• Scheduled for June 21 – July 2
• The Dual Enrollment rate for the camp is $446. Space is limited! (This is a 2-credit, college-level course: To receive college credits, attendees must complete an admissions application to Harrisburg University of Science and Technology.)
• A limited number of scholarships are available for qualified students. Students interested in applying for scholarships to the camp must submit an application and a letter of recommendation from an educator prior to May 15.
• For information on the Nanobiotechnology Camp, call Dr. Leena Pattarkine at 717.901.5168 or email LPattarkine@HarrisburgU.edu
• For information on the application or scholarships, call 717.901.5101 or email Admissions@HarrisburgU.edu

For more information or to schedule a visit, contact the Admissions Office at Admissions@HarrisburgU.edu or 717.901.5101