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UW Youth & Teen Programs

Engineering Challenges! 

Immerse yourself in hands-on engineering design and problem-solving activities. You'll use a variety of materials to build things that move and withstand forces, and investigate principles of science and engineering. Possible projects include rubber band powered–airplanes, electric boats, solar cars, cell phone amplifying devices, catapults, a hover/skimmer racer and walkalong gliders.

Who Should Register

This course is for incoming sixth to eighth graders.

Instructors

Steve Howard and John Parker

More Information

This in-person course is taught on the UW Seattle campus.

Students who want a full-day experience can register for two courses — one in the morning and one in the afternoon — which will include a supervised lunch break between courses. Students should bring a lunch. 

See the Policies page for details about registration policies, COVID-19 vaccination requirements and more. 

Details

Jul 17–Jul 28, 2023

A-1
Day
Mon–Fri
Time
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Location
UW Seattle
Cost
$725
Refund Deadline
Jun 5, 2023
Status
Closed

Jul 17–Jul 28, 2023

A-2
Day
Mon–Fri
Time
1 p.m.–4 p.m.
Location
UW Seattle
Cost
$725
Refund Deadline
Jun 5, 2023
Status
Closed