SPRING BREAK CLASSES -- March 23 - March 27.

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[My son] LOVED his Lego class. He thought the instructors were great! As a parent I really enjoyed seeing the spark in his eye after class and all the things he wanted to build and show me! - Trinity E

Programming  &   the  Mindstorms^®  EV3 

EXPERIENCE: Experienced: Build Complex Kits w/o Assistance; "Free Build" w/o Instructions

PRE-REQUISITE: "Engineering with Technics" or equivalent

DURATION: 5 sessions, 1½ hours each session

PRICE: $225 / student CLASS MAX: 10

SYNOPSIS: This is it! The EV3 is the latest programmable robotics system from LEGO^®. Each student is individually provided (i.e. no "sharing" or "buddy system") a 15" Dell Laptop and a LEGO^® Mindstorms^® EV3 robotics kit supplemented with plenty of additional motors, sensors, and cables for the
ultimate learning experience. Students are taught the fundamentals of computer programming using real-time hardware / software for instant recognition and retention. Upon completion, students are actively familiar with all the core components of the system and writing their own programs.

OBJECTIVE: Acquire and retain fundamental programming skills while constructing a complex robot and gaining a strong working knowledge of the LabView^® / Mindstorms^® programming interface.

APPROACH: Using visual aids, examples, and the provided laptop computer and EV3 robotics kit / programming interface, students learn programming fundamentals and engineering principles through the direct interaction and manipulation of the Mindstorms Robotics Invention system including unique parts, technologies (motors, sensors, communication devices) and LabView UI.

SKILLS ACQUIRED / EDUCATIONAL BENEFIT:
1. Science: robotics and human interactions
2. Technology: programming, fine motor skills, parameters, attributes
3. Engineering: complex machine construction, gearing, spatial relations
4. Math: logic, sequencing, arithmetic, inputs/outputs

LEGO^® TECHNIQUE: LEGO Mindstorms sensors and motors capabilities and attributes, LEGO Mindstorms programming, Mindstorms / Technic integration, advanced Technic design and construction, basic and advanced machines, Studs Not on TOP (SNoT) construction.

 

 

Please email or call 939-LEGO (5346) with questions or Click here for suggestions and further assistance

This class was a good chance to express what was in my mind by using Lego pieces to make anything I wanted. I was glad that we got to build whatever we wanted to.... Mr. Barry was nice, helpful, and if we needed to find a piece he would find it for us. He also gave us lots of tips, including substituting pieces if we ran out. Can't wait until my next class. - AB

My son's favorite store, hands down! He has taken several classes throughout the summer and loved every one of them from the space camp and a technic class to a full week of mindstorm. Dean is always so helpful and positive with the kids and you can tell he loves it just as much as the kids. I was pleasantly surprised to find not only an excellent selection of LEGO sets but the prices are very competitive. - Kris

[My son] really enjoyed the programming and robotics. I would love to see a continuation of that class that he could pursue, building on what he learned with you in the last class. This to me would be an incredible way to keep applying the knowledge learned while building even more knowledge. Then when he does have his own Mindstorms he can truly utilize it. Thanks for all you do Dean!! - Naomie

[My son] really enjoyed his first class on 6/12. It has opened his imagination to the possibilities of creation from simple sets, not only the bigger sets. He looks forward to his next class in July! - Ame_T

[My son] LOVED his Lego class. He thought the instructors were great! As a parent I really enjoyed seeing the spark in his eye after class and all the things he wanted to build and show me! - Trinity E

Awesome store for kids of all ages that love Lego. Unique and creative approach to using Lego not just for building things. The classes offered are great - engaging and thought provoking for the age taught. - John_F

My son and his friends had a great time.... We plan to sign him up for another class soon. - Becca B