HAMLET – Richmond Community College is once again hosting the RCC G.R.E.A.T. Summer Camps, which focus on science, technology, engineering and math, better known as STEM camps.
These summer camps for grades 3 through 12 make engineering and technology fun and interactive and will keep young minds stimulated and hands busy with technology, drones, robotics and 3D printing.
Each four-day camp is $20 and includes a T-shirt and lunch. Camps begin at the end of June and continue through July. Camps run 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
To register, contact Alicia Butler at (910) 410-1706 or email ambutler979@richmondcc.edu. You can also visit www.richmondcc.edu/stem for more information.
Below is a list of the camps being offered on the College’s main campus in Hamlet in the Forte Building and at the Honeycutt Center in Laurinburg.
RICHMOND COUNTY
Geospatial Math
Grades: 3 – 12
Dates: June 25 – 28
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (lunch provided)
Description: Integrating 3D scanning, visualization, printing and simulations, we create an immersive and fun learning environment in which students can acquire and practice higher level thinking skills. Students will be exposed to the engineering process and have the opportunity to design and print objects in 3D.
Cracking the Code
Grades: 5 – 12
Dates: July 9 – 12
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (lunch provided)
Description: Students will be exposed to coding and video game design as a way to enhance their math, logical thinking, problem solving and analysis skills. These skills are essential for reading comprehension and understanding math concepts in the classroom. Students will use their newfound skills in games that involve strategic thinking such as chess, and they will have opportunities for artistic expression through fun hands-on activities.
Architectural Design
Pre-requisite: Geospatial Math
Dates: July 9 – 12
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (lunch provided)
Description: Do you think you want to be an architect? This is an exciting chance for middle and high school students to explore the world of design and architecture. Students will explore basic design principles and techniques to create hands-on building and model-making activities.
Robotics
Pre-requisite: Saturday Academy
Dates: July 16 – 19
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (lunch provided)
Description: This camp is designed for middle and high school students who have an interest in robotics, programmable controllers and/or engineering. To enroll, students must have completed the RCC G.R.E.A.T. Saturday Academy. Students will experience state-of-the-art robotics technology and learn the basic principles of industrial robots with an emphasis on programming skills, problem-solving skills and troubleshooting.
Advanced 3D Modeling
Pre-requisite: Geospatial Math
Dates: July 16 – 19
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (lunch provided)
Description: This camp is designed for students who have completed the Geospatial Math camp. It continues an examination of 3D technologies and includes more emphasis on industry-focused design concepts and 3D printing.
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Grades: 6 – 12
Dates: July 23 – 26
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (lunch provided)
Description: This camp will introduce participants to Geographic Information Systems (GIS), a science technology used in industry, government and business to manage and analyze data. Students will take part in activities that will help them understand how GIS works and how GIS impacts our everyday lives.
SCOTLAND COUNTY
Cracking the Code
Grades: 5 – 12
Dates: July 23 – 26
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (lunch provided)
Description: Students will be exposed to coding and video game design as a way to enhance their math, logical thinking, problem solving and analysis skills. These skills are essential for reading comprehension and understanding math concepts in the classroom. Students will use their newfound skills in games that involve strategic thinking such as chess, and they will have opportunities for artistic expression through fun hands-on activities.
Geospatial Math
Grades: 3 – 12
Dates: July 30 – Aug. 2
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (lunch provided)
Description: Integrating 3D scanning, visualization, printing and simulations, we create an immersive and fun learning environment in which students can acquire and practice higher level thinking skills. Students will be exposed to the engineering process and have the opportunity to design and print objects in 3D.
PHOTO CUTLINE: Richmond Community College is once again hosting the RCC G.R.E.A.T. Summer Camps, which focus on science, technology, engineering and math, better known as STEM camps. To learn more, visit www.richmondcc.edu/stem.
