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PAST CAMP INFORMATION:

Summer 2021

Camps will be from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM on Monday - Thursday. Friday will end at 1:30 PM. We encourage parents and families to come spend a little time with us on the last day to let students show/demonstrate some of their activities for the week.

All camps are taught and supervised by Eanes ISD teacher and with Westlake and Eanes ISD robotics students as counselors/mentors.

Python Programming

Computer Programming – Python
Incoming 6th - 9th grades
Learn how to program with Python, which is the fastest growing programming language. We will be learning how to use an online coding environment to develop programs. We will learn how to use variables, data types, expressions, input, output, boolean logic, if elif statements, for loops and while loops, arrays (lists), built in functions, and write functions. Many real world examples will be utilized.

Python Programming

Computer Programming – Python
Incoming 6th - 10th grades
Location: Westlake High School Robotics Building
Learn how to program with Python, which is the fastest growing programming language. Learn how to use an online coding environment to develop programs. Students will learn how to use variables, data types, expressions, input, output, Boolean logic, if/else statements, for loops and while loops, arrays (lists), built in functions, and write functions. Real-world examples will be utilized. Program a robotic car during the week as well.

FIRST LEGO League (FLL) in a week

Incoming 3rd - 6th grades
Location: Westlake High School Robotics Building
A fun, interactive, hands-on camp for kids who are interested in LEGO robotics. Students will learn how to build and program an EV3 LEGO robot to compete in an FLL Challenge scrimmage at the end of the week. They will learn the basics of building a sturdy and reliable robot, as well as techniques for strategizing and scoring points. This camp is the perfect introduction to FLL Challenge, but will provide plenty of challenges for students who already have a year or two of FLL under their belt.
If the student has a Spike Prime LEGO robot kit at home they would like to build with, they are welcome to bring it. A limited number of Spike Prime kits will be available to build with.

Go from ZERO to WOW with the new VEX Go Robotics

New VEX Go Platform Robotics Kit
Incoming 3rd - 6th grades
Location: Westlake High School Robotics Building
The new VEX GO platform is designed for students in Grades 3rd -6th. It is similar to the VEX IQ platform but the pins are easier to insert and remove, the pieces are color coded for easy reference and it uses VEX Code to program the robot. VEX Code is used across all VEX platforms. If interested, you can purchase the VEX GO Robot kit for your child to continue their STEM activities. Costs of the kit from camp will be $125.00 and can be added at registration. The camp provides instruction on the building, programming and problem solving tasks. The programming software is free.

We are pleased to offer this new VEX Robotics platform for students in Grades 3 - 6. After completing this class they can compete in the VEX GO classroom challenge "Level Up". Information on how to participate is provide during the course.

Learn to Program in JAVA

Computer programming in JAVA
incoming 6th-10th grades
Location: Westlake High School
Learn how to program with Java, one of the top programming languages in the world.
You will learn how to use an online coding environment to develop programs. Learn how to use variables, data types, expressions, input, output, Boolean logic, if/else statements, for loops and while loops, arrays (lists), built in functions, and write functions. Students will be programming a drone! The class will also help prepare you for the FTC Robotics camp! Many real-world examples will be utilized.

3D Printing with SolidWorks 3D Design software

3D Printing, Computer assisting drawing with SolidWorks software
Incoming 6th-10th grades
Location: Westlake High School Robotics Building
3D Design with Computer Assisted Drafting - Come and enjoy an Engineering and CAD Camp! Campers will learn to use SoildWorks, an industry-standard 3-D CAD System, to create three dimensional models. Campers will print multiple designs on We will create on a 3D printer. Camp will focus on design to final product with some take home items such as fidget spinners, mini cars, etc.
All campers will receive a copy of 2020 SolidWorks to install at home. This software requires Windows to run.

Java Programming for FTC Contest Robotics

Computer programming in JAVA for FTC Robotics
Grades incoming 6th - 10th grades
Location: Westlake High School
FIRST Tech Challenge from FIRST Robotics utilizes JAVA programming. Learn to program in JAVA for an FTC contest. Program a pre-constructed FTC Robot to operate. Paired phones along with robots utilzing JAVA Programming. Write Autonomous programs using sensors such as limit switches, encoders, light sensors, etc. Taking the Java Camp would be very helpful but is not required. Campers will receive help installing Android Studio and the FTC Code Kit from Qualcomm on day 1.
We will help you install Android Studio and the FTC Code Kit from Qualcomm on day 1.

SolidWorks and Laser Cutting/Engraving

Laser cutting/engraving SolidWorks designs
Incoming 6th-10th grades
Location: Westlake High School Robotics Building
Learn to design and laser cut for FTC and other robotics contest. Focus will be on SolidWorks including 3D assemblies, parts and modeling along with making parts on the Laser Cutter. Campers will make fidget spinners, phone holders, etc to take home. Students will work in teams to build FTC compatible sub-system.
All campers will receive a copy of 2020 SolidWorks to install at home. This software requires Windows to run.

Westlake Robotics Summer Camps

Karlin Etter