This institute offers a unique blend of hands-on projects, real-world applications, and exposure to various engineering disciplines, providing an immersive preview of college life and a strong foundation in aerospace innovation.
The TryEngineering Summer Institute's Aerospace Engineering Module offers high school students an immersive, hands-on experience in aviation and space design. Participants will delve into core aerospace concepts such as aerodynamics, propulsion, lift, drag, and center of gravity through practical projects. A central activity involves designing, building, and testing gliders, applying physics and math to optimize designs through data-driven iteration. The program also introduces the fundamentals of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) through drone operation and control dynamics in an obstacle course challenge. Students will gain experience in engineering teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking while exploring various aerospace disciplines like structures, propulsion, and flight mechanics. Collaborative engineering simulations and guided projects help students understand how engineering principles are applied to real-world aerospace technologies. The curriculum includes building rockets, designing wind turbines, and exploring payload delivery systems, providing a comprehensive introduction to aerospace innovation.
A typical day involves engaging in hands-on engineering design challenges, participating in collaborative team projects, and learning from guest speakers who are experts in the aerospace field.
This program is ideal for rising 9th to 12th graders (ages 13-17) who demonstrate academic excellence and leadership ability and are eager to explore a future career in aerospace engineering through practical, real-world applications.
Philadelphia, PA
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