E4: Mission: Engineering

Unlock the secrets of the engineering world.
Price
$2,000
Format
In-person
Sessions
Jul 13 - Jul 17
Contact
Anna Fairs
inspire.northern@virginia.edu
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About the program

Many students don’t fully understand what they’re signing up for when they enroll in engineering programs. Mission: Engineering is designed to help rising 10-12th graders better understand the field of engineering and what being a conscientious engineer means in the modern day and age.

Students will be assigned teams and complete several challenges over the course of the week, including the digital modeling of a team emblem, design tasks, and some basic programming. Around these activities, guided discussions will introduce foundational engineering concepts like the design process and ethical responsibility. Students will have the opportunity to explore the field of engineering and better grasp where their own passions lie. 

This class is part of E4 Exploring Exciting Engineering Essentials. The UVA School of Engineering and Applied Science has created a series of classes that can be taken individually or together to help aspiring engineers learn more about the foundations of engineering and what is possible when you apply the same framework to different topics.

Important Note: The prices listed reflect early-bird pricing and will change on Sunday, March 1.

This is an in-person course that meets daily Monday-Friday in Fairfax, 9AM – 4PM ET. Tuition covers materials, meals (lunch/snacks), and transportation to any off-site excursions.

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Faculty

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Skills you will learn

  • Describe the field of engineering.
  • Identify which areas of engineering are most appealing to them by the end of the program.
  • Basic 3D modeling and programming skills, sufficient for independent exploration and development beyond the duration of the program.
  • Effectively navigate team environments comfortably.

Out of the classroom

  • Each Friday Field trip is specific to the class and aimed at bringing the learning alive.
  • Past visits have included a trip to the International Spy Museum.

Please note: All information is subject to change at the discretion of UVA Northern Virginia.