Circuit Lab Classes: Hands-On Electronics & App Inventors
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Hands-On Electronics
In a world powered by smart technology and AI, the most innovative engineers understand how software and hardware work together. This course gives young makers that critical edge. We start by exploring the magic of electronics with simple circuits, then begin making customized programmable devices with Arduino. We will gain practice working with LEDs, speakers, a variety of sensors, and several kid-friendly programming interfaces. Each class day is a chance to design, build, and code a new hands-on project while developing a valuable skill set.
App Inventors
Want to know how the apps work on your phone or iPad? Or do you already have the next great app idea, and just need to know how to make it? In this no-experience-required course, we use MIT App Inventor software to make fun, creative apps for Android phones and tablets. We will also explore wireless communication by building custom bluetooth hardware controllers and readouts for our apps. Participants will learn both the programming and design aspects of creating great apps, and have the opportunity to build apps of their own with the support of Circuit Lab instructors.
About Circuit Labs
Circuit Lab is a small Boston-based company, started in 2015, that runs programs to teach children about circuitry (electrical engineering) and programming (computer science) through creative, hands-on projects. Our programs give kids the opportunity to engage with electronics as tools - not toys - and design their own devices by blending technical concepts with hands-on experimentation. It’s a creative and fun way to give kids fluency and confidence in an increasingly necessary skill.
General Information
Location: Hopkinton Middle School Room 240, science lab
Dates: June 29 - July 3
AM Session: 9:00am-12:00pm
PM Session: 12:45-3:45pm
Grades: 4-7
Cost: $294.00 per session or $464.00 for both
Hands-On Electronics and App Inventors may be combined for a discounted full-day program, with lunchtime supervision provided. Save $124 when registering for both!
If a class is full, please join the waitlist. We are actively working to balance registrations between the half day and full day options.
Registration will open February 9