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Learning Institute : Robotics Camp
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Session 1 - July 6 - 16
Session 2 - July 19 - 30
Session 3 - August 2 - 13



Robotics - Level 1


Campers learn fundamental engineering and technical principles of building and programming robots to move and function autonomously (on their own). Campers work in small teams (2-4 campers), which will require sharing and cooperation to accomplish various tasks. Through the use of sound, light, and touch sensors, campers will be able to program their robots to “see, hear, and perceive” their surroundings. Using these capabilities, campers will put their newly acquired skills to work in exciting challenges such as obstacle courses, races, and contests of moving objects. Campers learn how to use the actions and reactions of the robots to strategically solve problems and puzzles and most importantly, have FUN doing it!



Note:

There is a $40 surcharge per two-week session for additional materials and staff requirements.

Level 1 is open to girls and boys entering grades 4 through 9.

A camper may register for one session only. Limited enrollment per session.

Prerequisites: None (No prior programming or robotics experience necessary.)[Back to Top]



Program Director: Sally B. Rosenberg

M.A., computer graphics, New York Institute of Technology; B.A., fine arts/marketing, SUNY Albany. Ten years’ experience teaching graphic design, Web development, and game art and design to children and adults. Author of Multimedia Projects BASICS: Curriculum-Specific Projects for Adobe and Macromedia, designed to supplement the multimedia curriculum for middle and high school students. Adjunct instructor at Hofstra University, New York Institute of Technology, and Westwood College Online. Experienced instructor for Hofstra University Specialty Camps and Saturday Classes for Young People.

Program Director: Michael Pugliese

B.F.A., computer graphics, New York Institute of Technology; Hofstra University certificate – five-year program – which included Cartooning, Advanced Cartooning, Computer Animation I and II, and Cartoon Sculpture. He has attended the E3 convention in Los Angeles for the past few years to further his knowledge of upcoming gaming software and technology. Since 2002, Mr. Pugliese has been teaching and developing courses in video game design and development. His instruction includes cartooning, computer animation, and video game development, and uses tools such as Photoshop, Flash, The Games Factory, Game Maker, and “old-fashioned” pencil and paper. Experienced as an instructor with Hofstra University Specialty Camps and Saturday Classes for Young People.



Note: Please visit Tuition and Registration for the special tuition rates for the "Learning Institute"



For more information:
Call
(516) 463-CAMP (2267)
or
Email ce-camps@hofstra.edu

Camp Sessions
Camp 2010
Session 1: July 6 - July 16
Session 2: July 19 - July 30
Session 3: Aug 2 - Aug 13
Session 4: Aug 16 - Aug 20