Lego camps for children offered at UTM Posted: Wednesday, June 5, 2013 6:00 pm The Messenger 06.05.13 Lego camps for children will be offered June 24-28 at the University of Tennessee at Martin main campus. “Early Simple Machines” is geared for children ages 5-7 and will run from 9-11 a.m. daily. Students will build fun and simple models like a seesaw, rolling vehicles, spinning tops and more. “Simple and Powered Machines” is geared for children ages 8-12 and will run from 1-3 p.m. daily. Students will build and explore machines and mechanisms, investigate motorized machines, calibrate and capture wind and more. “Advanced Simple and Powered Machines” is geared for children ages 8-12 and will run from 2:30-4:30 p.m. daily. Using the simple and motorized mechanism kits, children will be given a more in-depth understanding of simple machines, mechanisms and structure. The course is recommended for students who have completed “Simple and Powered Machines.” The cost for each camp is $140 and includes a shirt. Advance registration is required. To register, visit http://www.utm.edu/departments/ecce/nondegree/children.php. , |