Campers Explore Photonics and Robotics at IRSC - August 3, 2017
FORT PIERCE -- Making the most of their summer, 13 Treasure Coast middle and high school students discovered the world of computer coding and laser technology.
During the one-week Coding with Arduino Bootcamp at Indian River State College, the teens automated and brought opto-electrical gadgets to life.
They engineered light traffic systems, infrared remote controls, and sensors that measure moisture level in house plant soil. Hands-on experiences were enhanced by fun drone flying competitions and virtual reality playoffs.
“Engaging students at the middle school and high school levels builds excitement and interest in the latest technologies and careers,” said Natalia Chekhovskaya, Program Manager of LASER-TEC. “Combining technology and play, the campers learned how to automate from robots to light systems.”
Participating students are:
Michael Carley, Lincoln Park Academy Niko Gavoni, Lincoln Park Academy Connor Gillard, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Academy David Jackson, West Gate K-8 School John Klingensmith, Clark Advanced Learning Center Kate Mancini, Lincoln Park Academy Caleb Dawkins, Jes Memorial School Davin Bradley, Lincoln Park Academy Vraj Parikh, Lincoln Park Academy Robert Betancourt, Port St. Lucie High School Wyatt McDaniel, Lincoln Park Academy Audrey Anderson, South Fort High School Joshua Arnell, The Academy Charter School The Arduino Bootcamp is coordinated by LASER-TEC, based at IRSC, a National Science Foundation ATE Regional Center for Laser and Fiber Optics Education. The bootcamp is one of 15 summer camps in technology, sports and the arts offered by Indian River State College during the summer.
During the one-week Coding with Arduino Bootcamp at Indian River State College, the teens automated and brought opto-electrical gadgets to life.
They engineered light traffic systems, infrared remote controls, and sensors that measure moisture level in house plant soil. Hands-on experiences were enhanced by fun drone flying competitions and virtual reality playoffs.
“Engaging students at the middle school and high school levels builds excitement and interest in the latest technologies and careers,” said Natalia Chekhovskaya, Program Manager of LASER-TEC. “Combining technology and play, the campers learned how to automate from robots to light systems.”
Participating students are:
Michael Carley, Lincoln Park Academy Niko Gavoni, Lincoln Park Academy Connor Gillard, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Academy David Jackson, West Gate K-8 School John Klingensmith, Clark Advanced Learning Center Kate Mancini, Lincoln Park Academy Caleb Dawkins, Jes Memorial School Davin Bradley, Lincoln Park Academy Vraj Parikh, Lincoln Park Academy Robert Betancourt, Port St. Lucie High School Wyatt McDaniel, Lincoln Park Academy Audrey Anderson, South Fort High School Joshua Arnell, The Academy Charter School The Arduino Bootcamp is coordinated by LASER-TEC, based at IRSC, a National Science Foundation ATE Regional Center for Laser and Fiber Optics Education. The bootcamp is one of 15 summer camps in technology, sports and the arts offered by Indian River State College during the summer.
