

Mon, Jun 03
|PAST Innovation Lab
Engineering and Design in Minecraft
Program Dates/Times: June 3rd-7th (9am-12pm) Open to rising 5th-8th Graders, ages 11-14.
Time & Location
Jun 03, 2024, 9:00 AM EDT – Jun 07, 2024, 12:00 PM EDT
PAST Innovation Lab, 1003 Kinnear Rd, Columbus, OH 43212, USA
About This Event
Participants will embark on a journey that combines the captivating realm of Minecraft with the principles of manufacturing and design thinking. With hands-on activities, collaborative challenges, and guided projects, students will develop essential skills while having a blast.
Program Highlights:
1. Minecraft Engineering: Participants will explore the virtual landscapes of Minecraft and discover the fundamentals of engineering. From constructing intricate structures to designing ingenious machines, and applying engineering principles in a fun and interactive way.
2. Design Thinking: Learn the art of design thinking by tackling real-world problems within the Minecraft universe. Develop problem-solving skills and create solutions that combine innovation with practicality.
3. Resource Management: Delve into the concept of resource management and sustainable practices in both Minecraft and the real world. Discover how smart decisions and planning can lead to efficient manufacturing and a healthier environment.
4. Team Collaboration: Collaborate with fellow Minecraft enthusiasts on exciting team projects. Build, create, and problem-solve together while honing communication and teamwork abilities.
5. Creative Manufacturing: Turn virtual designs into reality through imaginative manufacturing techniques. Explore crafting, automation, and more as you bring ideas to life within the game.
6. Showcase and Celebration: At the end of the program, celebrate all the participant's achievements with a showcase event displaying all the Minecraft creations and share the design process with friends and family.
Please Note: Students will be using Minecraft Java & Bedrock Edition. Logins will be provided by PAST during programming along with all other components to participate.
You will receive an email a week prior to the start of the program with information regarding location, paperwork, drop off and pick up time, along with the culminating program presentation information.
Program sold out? You can register to be on our waitlist. We will notify you if a spot opens up!
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