The curriculum and projects are designed by CIEE faculty, staff, and counselors, with support and mentorship provided by current SMU Lyle Engineering students and DFW college Science & Engineering students.
The SMU Lyle Introduction to Engineering Summer Camp offers rising 7th and 8th-grade students an immersive exploration into various engineering disciplines. Participants engage in hands-on activities and projects that mirror the engineering design process, introducing them to fundamental concepts in electrical, mechanical, civil, environmental, and computer science. The curriculum is developed by faculty and staff from the Caruth Institute for Engineering Education (CIEE), ensuring a robust and authentic learning experience. Students gain practical skills through project-based learning, fostering an understanding of how engineers approach problem-solving. The camp aims to build foundational knowledge and spark interest in STEM fields for those with limited prior exposure to engineering.
A typical day runs from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, filled with carefully designed activities and projects that mirror the engineering design process.
This camp is ideal for rising 7th and 8th-grade students with little to no prior exposure to engineering, designing, or integrated STEM programs.
SMU Lyle School of Engineering, Dallas, TX
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