University of Massachusetts Amherst

Robotics & Engineering Lab with LEGO & Micro:bit

For Grades 6 - 8

Unleash your creativity in the Robotics & Engineering Lab with LEGO & Micro:bit!

Campers will explore the cutting-edge world of robotics, using Micro:bit to program interactive gadgets and sensors and LEGO to engineer functional robots. Along the way, they'll tackle unique engineering challenges as they create robotic arms, smart vehicles, and automated contraptions. Competitions inspire creativity while fostering teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Each week’s unique theme keeps learning fresh, allowing campers to find creative solutions to a host of new engineering challenges.

Add big camp games and new friendships, and you have a recipe for a summer packed with excitement, discovery, and fun. It all culminates in a showcase where creativity and engineering skills shine brightly!

Friday Family Showcase: 2PM-3PM

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Camp Hours: 9AM-3PM
After Camp, M-TH: 3PM -6PM*

*Location Dependent. This option will appear after selecting a camp week if this location has it available.

$595.00

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Select Camp Week June 23 - 27 (5 days) July 14 - 18 (5 days)

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About Robotics & Engineering Lab with LEGO & Micro:bit
This camp combines robotics, coding, and engineering to teach problem-solving and innovation. Campers will learn to program with Micro:bit and build complex machines with LEGO, developing skills in sensors, motors, and circuitry. Weekly themes bring fresh challenges, encouraging campers to return for new experiences. By week’s end, they’ll have mastered robotics concepts and built confidence in their engineering abilities.
Topics Covered
- Programming and Sensor Integration with Micro:bit
- Robotics Design and Functionality with LEGO
- Building and Testing Complex Machines
- Collaboration and Engineering Problem-Solving

Learning Outcomes

Master the Basics of Robotics and Programming
Campers will learn fundamental concepts of robotics, including how to build and program machines using LEGO and Micro:bit. Through hands-on projects, they’ll explore how coding, sensors, and circuits work together to create interactive and functional robots.
Develop Engineering and Problem-Solving Skills
Participants will tackle dynamic challenges like designing robotic arms or vehicles, emphasizing critical thinking and iterative design. By testing and improving their creations, they’ll strengthen their ability to analyze problems and develop innovative solutions.
Foster Teamwork and Collaborative Innovation
Campers will work in teams to design and execute large-scale robotics projects, blending individual creativity with group problem-solving. This collaboration will teach the importance of shared ideas and cooperation in achieving ambitious goals.

Sample Schedule

Here’s a sample of what a week in this camp could look like. Keep in mind, our experienced instructors will build the camp that is right for your student, and this outline demonstrates some of the key materials and the overall camp experience.

Monday: Robotics Basics

Get ready to meet the robots! Campers will kick off the week by learning the fundamentals of programming and engineering. Using LEGO and Micro:bit, they’ll build their first simple machines and see how coding brings their creations to life. From programming movements to testing basic tasks, it’s a hands-on introduction that sets the stage for an epic robotics adventure!

Tuesday: Gadget Innovations

Time to level up! Campers will dive into the world of sensors and circuits, experimenting with tools that can detect motion, light, or even touch. They’ll use this knowledge to create smart devices that perform cool, interactive functions. Think robots that light up, react to movement, or follow a path—it’s a day packed with discovery and creativity!

Wednesday: Engineering Explorers

Brace yourself for dynamic design challenges! Campers will push their engineering skills to new heights as they build and test exciting projects like robotic arms, vehicles, or other moving contraptions. With every iteration, they’ll refine their creations, transforming raw ideas into functional, innovative robots ready to tackle any obstacle!

Thursday: Team Robotics Challenges

Teamwork makes the dream work! Campers will collaborate in groups to take on large-scale robotics challenges. From coding intricate sequences to constructing complex systems, this day is all about sharing ideas, solving problems together, and creating something truly extraordinary as a team. The results? Bigger, better, and smarter machines!

Friday: Innovation Showcase

It’s showtime! Campers will present their robotic creations to an audience of family and friends, explaining how they were designed, coded, and built. Whether it’s demonstrating a gadget in action or walking through a robot’s unique features, the showcase is a proud celebration of creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. Get ready to be amazed by what these young engineers have accomplished!

Course Format

This course is part of a weeklong summer camp running Monday through Friday. Your child will learn in a small group setting on an inspiring university campus from an experienced instructor. An exciting daily schedule balances learning and exploration of this topic with a variety of outdoor and recreational activities within the larger camp setting. Lunch and aftercare options are available based on location.

Our Instructors Are Our Top Asset

At BAM!, our vision for innovative K-8 education extends beyond just curriculum; it encompasses the educators who bring that curriculum to life. Selecting & training our educators is a continuous and meticulous process, ensuring they are not just equipped with subject matter expertise but also the skills to inspire and connect with students on a personal level.

100% adult educators recruited from prestigious universities ( No CITs at BAM!)
Highly refined interview and background check process
Extensive training that goes well beyond curriculum & classroom management
Ongoing year-round opportunities to teach in our summer camp. After-school, and structured recess programs.

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