Camps are available for both boys and girls, grades 6-8 and 9-12.

STEPS Camp for grades 6-8 is a one-week introduction to the world of technology and engineering.Campers participate in hands-on activities that give them an understanding of what engineers do.

Students will explore science and engineering topics such as:

Materials/metallurgy
CAD/CAM
Clean manufacturing
Computer integrated manufacturing
Chemical engineering
Team building

STEPS Camp for grades 9-12, is a one-week introduction to the world of technology and engineering. Campers participate in hands-on activities that give them an understanding of what engineers do.

Students will explore science and engineering topics such as:

Robotics
Mechanical design
Programming languages
Bridge building
Making biofuels
Multi-disciplinary projects
And more!

Of course there is time for fun! The camp also includes a number of activities that may include swimming, pizza parties, a field trip, etc. Participants will experience dorm life, cafeteria food and learn what it is like to be on a college campus.

This is an overnight residential camp. A room will be provided in a residence hall on the School of Mines campus for the entire week. There will be 2-4 campers per room. The camp will provide all meals.

Scholarships may be available for academic performance or financial need!